What to expect?
Embark on an unforgettable experience through the majestic landscapes of northern Colombia. Traveling through La Guajira means immersing yourself in the ancestral culture of the Wayuu people, being amazed by the desert’s hues, and immersing yourself in pristine beaches bathed by the Caribbean Sea.
From centuries-old salt flats to the imposing lighthouses of Cabo de la Vela and Punta Gallinas, this tour is perfect for those seeking adventure, authenticity, and a connection with nature. Experience magical sunsets, savor the local cuisine, and feel the energy of the Wayuu land.
Prepare for a journey that will transform your senses and be etched in your memory!
Itinerary
DAY 1 – Riohacha · Manaure · Uribia · Cabo de la Vela
Meeting in the city of Riohacha at 8:00 a.m. We then depart for a Wayuu ranchería, where we’ll begin our experience with an introduction to the local culture, their worldview, customs, and traditions. This is a space to share stories, weavings, and knowledge of a community that has preserved its ancestral identity.
We continue our journey to Manaure, where we’ll visit the artisanal salt flats, a luminous white landscape that has been a source of sustenance for the Wayuu for generations. Afterward, we head to Uribia, recognized as the “Indigenous Capital of Colombia,” a vibrant city where the traditions of the Upper Guajira region are alive and well.
At midday, we arrive at Cabo de la Vela, a sacred place for the Wayuu and one of the most emblematic sites in northern Colombia. We’ll enjoy lunch featuring traditional cuisine and relax by the sea. In the afternoon, we visit Pilón de Azúcar, also known as Kamaichi, a hill offering panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. Then, we’ll take a walk along Ojo de Agua and Dorada beaches, where you can relax and connect with the tranquility of the surroundings.
As evening falls, we prepare for one of the most anticipated moments: the sunset from the Cabo de la Vela Lighthouse, an unforgettable sight where the sun dips below the dunes and meets the sea.
Departure for traditional lodging. Dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 2 – Cabo de la Vela · Northern Bays · Taroa Dunes · Punta Gallinas
Early breakfast and departure at 7:00 a.m. towards the northernmost point of South America: Punta Gallinas. Along the way, we will pass through majestic and secluded landscapes such as Puerto Bolívar, Bahía Portete, Bahía Honda, and Bahía Hondita, places of natural charm and importance to the Wayuu people and the biodiversity of the dry Caribbean.
Lunch in Bahía Honda, enjoying local cuisine amidst the vastness of the desert. We continue our journey to the Taroa Dunes around 5:30 p.m., a remote corner where the desert meets the sea, where the wind paints ever-changing shapes on the golden sand. From there, we walk to the Punta Gallinas Lighthouse to contemplate another sunset, the perfect culmination of this experience.
Dinner and overnight stay in traditional lodging under a starry sky.
DAY 3 – Punta Gallinas · Artisanal Fishing · Punta Agujas Beach
At 5:00 a.m., we begin a special day with an artisanal fishing experience in the company of local fishermen, who share their knowledge about their relationship with the sea and sustainability, with the possibility of spotting pink flamingos.
DAY 4 – Return from Punta Gallinas · Casares Viewpoint · Uribia · Riohacha
After breakfast, we begin our return journey from Punta Gallinas at 9:00 a.m. With a stop at the Casares viewpoint, a strategic spot to appreciate the vastness of the Guajira Desert. Lunch in Uribia or on Mayapo beach, famous for its white sand and warm waters. We continue our journey to Riohacha, where this trip through Wayuu territory ends between 3:00 and 3:30 p.m.
End of the experience, beginning of the memories.
What’s included in this tour?
- Transportation in 4×4 vehicles, available throughout the route.
- A Wayuu driver-guide who shares their culture.
- Accommodation in a hammock or bed (according to preference) in traditional Wayuu rancherías (ranches).
- Full board from lunch on the first day to lunch on the last day.
- Described activities and entrance fees.
- Local guides in Spanish (English or third language guides subject to availability).
- Entrance fees to specified sites and communities.
- Contributions to the communities.
- Medical assistance insurance.
What is not included in this tour?
- Airfare.
- Additional activities not described in the program.
- Accommodation: additional nights at the destination – Accommodation in hotels other than those already established, which may result in a rate difference.
- Consumption of beverages, alcoholic drinks, or food not specified.
- Personal and unspecified expenses.
- Experiences or additional services not specified in the plan.
For additional activities and supplementary information, please consult the attached document.
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