La Guajira: 3-Day Manaure, Cabo de la Vela & Punta Gallinas
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Explore stunning landscapes in La Guajira over three days. Visit Manaure, Cabo de la Vela, and Punta Gallinas, and enjoy local cuisine and culture.
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Highlights
- Admire breathtaking sunsets over the desert landscape
- Explore the vibrant birdlife at Los Flamencos Sanctuary
- Experience a unique salt massage with natural ointments
- Discover the majestic Taroa Dunes and their stunning views
- Savor authentic Colombian cuisine by the Caribbean Sea
Description
Embark on a captivating 3-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of La Guajira. Begin your adventure in Riohacha, traveling to the pristine beaches of Manaure. Enjoy breakfast by the Caribbean Sea before exploring Colombia's renowned salt piles. Discover the Manaure salt flats and delve into the salt production process across 4,200 hectares. Visit the Los Flamencos Fauna and Flora Sanctuary to witness vibrant birdlife, followed by a delightful lunch featuring La Guajira's culinary delights.
Continue to Cabo de la Vela, stopping at Uribia, the indigenous capital of Colombia, and a panoramic viewpoint offering stunning desert vistas. Conclude your day with dinner and rest at a local hotel.
On Day 2, after breakfast, visit the Jepirachi wind farm and the deserts of Puerto Nuevo, Portete, Bahia Honda, and Bahia Hondita. Arrive at Punta Gallinas for a scenic lunch, then explore the iconic Taroa Dunes. Refresh in the waters and enjoy a sunset at the Punta Gallinas lighthouse. End your day with dinner and relaxation at your hotel.
The final day begins with breakfast and a 200-kilometer drive back to Manaure. Relish a delicious meal by the beach and unwind with a memorable salt massage. Return to Riohacha by 2 pm, where you'll have time to admire local crafts before concluding your tour at the meeting point.
Includes
Transport by bus or minibus
2 nights accommodation
Guide
Entry to Los Flamencos Sanctuary
Entry to Manaure salt flats
Salt massage
Entry to Taroa Dunes
3 lunches, 2 dinners, 3 breakfasts
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