Enjoy Puerto Colombia, Salgar Castle, & Puerto Mocho Tour

Colombia



Explore Puerto Colombia, Salgar Castle, and Puerto Mocho Beach on a guided tour from Barranquilla. Discover the region's history and enjoy a scenic train ride along the Magdalena River.

Highlights

  • Discover the historic significance of Puerto Colombia and Salgar Castle
  • Explore the Biotematico Mallorquín Park, an open-air zoo with natural habitats
  • Visit the new Puerto Mocho Beach and enjoy a scenic train ride
  • Learn about the history of immigration and trade in Barranquilla
  • Experience the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region

Description

Discover the beauty and history of Barranquilla’s surroundings on a guided tour. Visit Puerto Colombia, the Salgar Castle, the Mallorquín Biothematic Park, and the Puerto Mocho beaches. Begin your journey in Puerto Colombia, a town with a rich history of immigration and trade. Learn about its significance in the 19th and early 20th centuries as a major port. Next, visit the Salgar Castle, a historic landmark that played a crucial role in the city’s development. Admire its architecture and hear stories of its past. Continue to the Mallorquín Biothematic Park, an open-air zoo where animals roam freely in their natural habitat. Discover the park’s efforts to combat global warming and erosion through its unique ecosystem. Finally, head to the Puerto Mocho beaches, a new attraction developed by the Barranquilla City Hall. Enjoy a scenic train ride along the Magdalena River and the Caribbean Sea, operated by responsible staff.

Includes

Visit to Puerto Colombia Visit to Castillo de Salgar Visit to Parque Biotemático Mallorquín Visit to Playas de Puerto Mocho by car and water and tipical food

Important Information

  • The tour involves visiting historical and natural sites outside Barranquilla. The Parque Biotemático Mallorquín is an open-air zoo where animals are in their natural habitat. The tour includes a train ride operated by responsible personnel.

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