Hi Linda, the halophile algae that live naturally in the water produce a pink-coloured pigmentation rich in carotenoids. It´s the algae that give the water its strong pink colour at certain times of the year. The shrimp eat the algae and the flamingos eat the shrimp, which turns the originally white birds pink along their wings and their backs. You can buy table salt produced in Torrevieja from the local supermarkets here in Spain, such as Carrefour Planet.

Hello ,

Very interesting read . Thank you
I’m just wondering as it first mentions thst it’s the micro algae that give the water it’s pink colour and then further down the site it’s says it’s the ancient shrimp that produce the salmon like colour . Can you explain . Also why have they not developed an edible salt from lakes ? Thank you

Hi Sandra, and thank you for your enquiry. Yes, the tour is now running all year round, so it will be open on the date you require. If you need further information just let us know.

Hi Sandra, no you don´t have to book, but if you are a larger family or group you might be better advised to do so. You can find the full contact details on our post here (and it does include a visit to the museum) … https://www.lazenia.com/2019/03/12/torrevieja-salt-lakes-summer-tours/