What to expect
Welcome to the vastness of the Colombian Pacific. On these shores, where the deep blue of the ocean blends with the lush green of the jungle, one of the ocean’s most moving
wonders awaits you: the dance of the migrating whales. It is an invitation to witness marine life at its finest, to an intimate and respectful encounter with the majesty that
emerges from the waves. A corner of biodiversity and untamed beauty awaits you, ready to offer you a truly magical moment.
Itinerary
DAY 1 – Reception to Nuquí – Ecolodge La Bayka – The Waterfall of Love
Pickup at Nuquí Airport, where you’ll pay the destination entry tax. We’ll then walk 2 minutes to the tourist pier, where a shared boat will be waiting to take us to Guachalito on a trip lasting approximately 45 minutes. Arrival at the hotel and check-in. Traditional lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll hike to the Cascada del Amor (Waterfall of Love) on a roughly 15-minute walk along the beach. Swimming at the waterfall. At the agreed-upon time, return to the ecolodge; free time to enjoy the beach. Dinner and overnight stay.
DAYS 2 & 3 – Whale Watching – Additional Activities
Breakfast. In the morning, there will be a whale-watching excursion (1 trip during whale season). Return to the ecolodge, lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy the beach or participate in additional
activities. Dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 4 – Termales village
Breakfast, hike to the village of Termales (1 hour and 30 minutes each way), with the option to release baby turtles (additional cost; availability to be confirmed during your stay).
Admission to the hot springs (entrance fee not included). Walk back to the hotel (boat transfer available at an extra cost). Lunch and free afternoon to rest and enjoy the beaches. Dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 5 – Ecolodge La Bayka – Nuquí airport
Breakfast. Depending on your flight time, return to Nuquí by shared boat.
The end of the experience, the beginning of the memories.
Recommendations
This experience requires a basic level of physical fitness. We recommend bringing proof of yellow fever vaccination, lightweight clothing, comfortable shoes, an open mind, and a deep respect for the communities and the local area. Remember that every conscious choice contributes to caring for the planet.
Important notes
● The itinerary may be changed or adjusted depending on weather conditions or logistical factors at the destination, but we always strive to ensure that guests can participate in all activities included in the plan.
● Additional activities are arranged and paid for at the destination, as they depend on guide availability, river flow, tides, and rainfall; however, rest assured
that we will inform you of what is possible during your stay.
● As shown in the itinerary, and considering that flight delays are common at the destination, we recommend stays of at least 3 nights.
What’s included?
- Shared river transportation throughout the stay.
- Accommodations: 3 nights at Ecolodge La Bayka in your preferred room type.
- Room with private bathroom, balcony with a hammock, and views of the garden or the sea.
- Full board featuring local Pacific cuisine: from lunch on the first day to breakfast on the last day.
- Filtered water station, herbal teas, and coffee available all day.
- Local guides in Spanish.
- Guided hikes to the “Cascada del Amor” waterfall and hot springs.
- 1 approximately 2-hour boat excursion for whale watching (applies during whale season)
** Note: The round-trip hike to the hot springs takes approximately 3 hours. If boat transfers are required, a supplement applies. - Medical assistance insurance.
What’s not included?
- Flights to Nuquí.
- Activities not described in the program.
- Accommodations: additional nights at the destination.
- Tourist tax in Nuquí: $42.000 COP per person ($ 12 / 10 €). (Subject to change).
- Tourist tax in Nuquí: $42.000 COP per person ($ 12 / 10 €). (Subject to change).
- Admission to local attractions, such as hot springs and others (starting at $25.000 COP per person, $ 7 / 6 €).
- Admission to attractions managed by nearby communities not specified in the itinerary.
- Consumption of beverages, alcoholic drinks, or food not specified.
- Additional experiences or services not specified in the plan.
- Personal hygiene items.
For additional activities and supplementary information, please consult the attached document.
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