Laguna de la Cocha

The next position on the list of the best lakes to visit in Colombia is Laguna de la Cocha. A 39,000-hectare volcanic crater lake, La Cocha Lagoon is situated in Colombia's Pasto Municipality. After Lake Tota, La Cocha Lagoon is the largest inland body of water in Colombia in terms of surface area.

The tiniest park, Corota Island, a stunning sanctuary for wildlife and plants, is situated in the midst of the lagoon. The Corota Island is the subject of a legend. The lagoon was created when the water vessel overflowed, and the island was a woman who was jealously cursed to be an island. Lanchas, or colorful wooden boats, departing from the village of Puerto El Encano on the shores of La Cocha. Its flower-filled flower boxes and brilliantly painted chalet-style homes give the impression that you are in Switzerland.

Around La Corota Island Flora Sanctuary, which is home to mammals like mountain tapir, northern pudu, and spectacled bears, as well as bird species like grebes, golden peck ducks, snipes, and andean ducks, lies La Cocha Lagoon.

Location: Nariño, Colombia