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La Guajira Adventure

A trip to the extreme northern tip of Colombia between the desert, salt marshes, thorny paths, sand dunes, deserted beaches and a stunning sea. But the other Guajira is above all about the discovery of the indigenous Wayuu culture, its traditions, living and gastronomy. Calm, peace and a starry sky are the order of the day...the only thing that rushes is the wind which whistles constantly. La Guajira was of no interest to the Spanish crown due to its climatic conditions, isolation and the courage of the Indians. Alonso de Ojeda was the first to admire the coast of the peninsula and it became a favorite scenario of pirates such as the Englishman Sir Francis Drake.

Day 1 | Bogotá - Riohacha - Cabo de La Vela
Arrival to Riohacha airport and immediate departure for La Guajira. A 60 km trip to visit the salt marshes of Manaure, enormous salt pools whose tonalities change from white to deep purple. The strong sun and wind generate evaporation that leaves long white stretches which, through the manual work of the Wayuu community, turn into shiny white hills. Continuation to Uribia, the capital of the department and a break to visit the artisan center where you can admire the patient weaving of beautiful hammocks and bags. The trip continues on a dirt road that runs parallel to the railway used by the trains that transport coal from the mine to the port of Bolívar where it is exported on cargo ships. Beyond the railway, the road goes into the desert sporadically interrupted by cacti and Wayuu housing. Arrival to Cabo de La Vela and check-in in a simple hostel. Cabo de La Vela is considered by the Wayuu religion as the road where the souls of the dead begin their journey to the unknown. Meals: - / L / D

Day 2 | Cabo de La Vela - Punta Gallinas
Departure to the unknown Guajira, the extreme end, after breakfast. From Cabo de La Vela onwards, one must forget the roads and use the hidden paths that only local inhabitants manage to recognize. You will see inhospitable nature and run into goats owned by herdsmen or find solitary walkers who seem to come out of nowhere. Visit of Bahia Portete, Bahia Honda and the dunes of Taroa which transport us to the Sahara. Arrival to Punta Gallinas and check-in in a simple rancheria for an overnight stay in hammocks. Punta Gallinas, the northernmost area of the peninsula, where the magic of the wind, the solitude and the color of the sea are hypnotic, offers impressive starry nights that keeps us company in our sleep. Meals: B / L / D

Day 3 | Punta Gallinas - Cabo de La Vela
Morning boat excursion to Punta Agujas and time for a refreshing swim. Return to Cabo de La Vela after lunch. Dinner and overnight stay. Meals: B / L / D

Day 4 | Cabo de La Vela - Riohacha
Morning visit to Playa Pilón de Azúcar where the blue sea breaks on wild golden beaches. Visit to the top of the Pilón where you get a 360-degree view: the sea and sand on one side, the salt marshes on the other. After lunch return to Riohacha and hotel check-in. Meals: B / L / -

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Day 5 | Riohacha
Transfer to the airport after breakfast. Meals: B / -