Piscina Pachenda is a natural freshwater area hidden within the tropical forest near Colombia’s Pacific coast, not far from Ladrilleros and Bahía Málaga. Reached partly by water and partly by narrow paths through mangroves and dense vegetation, the area is known for its calm pools, humid jungle atmosphere, and filtered light beneath the trees. The combination of forest, shallow waterways, and quiet surroundings gives the place a secluded character despite its growing popularity with local tours.
We visited Piscina Pachenda during an afternoon tour while staying in Ladrilleros in March 2026. Part of the route was by kayak, and when the water became too shallow we continued on foot through the forest. I stopped often to take photographs as the light passed through the trees and reflected softly on the water around us.
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