Laguna del Diamante in Mendoza, Argentina
Found in the southwest of Mendoza, Laguna del Diamante is set on a
province with great pasture and valets. This place is not well known but
can give you an unforgettable travel experience.
The main source is a lake that flows from San Rafael. It got the name
from the crystal water that resembles that spark of diamond. This place
can only be reached from December to March because the area is prone to
severe weather conditions making it impossible to reach the area and
heavy blizzards are blocking the area for most of the year.
- Laguna del Diamante
You can get to Laguna Del Diamante by
driving through the cordilleras. This said to be a real experience as
well. The place is remote to the point that there is no public transport
that travels in the area. You will need to hire a tour agency that will
offer you the trip. There are day trips where you can enjoy horse
trekking and climbing to the mountains. You might also want to take a
tour from San Rafael which is said to be a close distance to the sight.
As an advice it is best to always bring your passport with you. The
lagoon is found in the bottom of Maipo’s volcano. The area is declared
to be protected since 1995. Be sure to always have a digital camera with
you and you can be able to capture the wildlife. It is best to know
more about Laguna Del Diamante. The whole lagoon is resting on top of
sulfur vents. There are poisonous gases that you should watch out for.
It is said that the lagoon is hyper alkaline so it is several times
saltier than the sea water. Aside from the fact that gas is harmful and
toxic, the place is very high and it is dangerous for any life form in
the lagoon.
The oxygen levels are low and the ultra
violet light from the sun is intense compared to other regions. There
scientists that have been exploring the area for years and they have
found out that the rocks are filled with microbes. There are also
species that are adapting to the condition of the lagoon, making the
whole of the area as extreme as never. It is said that this place is
quite similar to the early earth. It will give scientists an idea on how
life began in this world. It is better to be prepared when planning to
visit this extraordinary place.
