Highlights
- Discover the impressive Manaure salt mines.
- Amuse yourself with the amazing Wayuu ranch.
- Explore the history and the culture by joing this beautiful experience.
Description
The Salinas de Manaure are among the most breathtaking locations in Colombia and serve as the country's primary site for sea salt extraction. Annually, over one million tons of salt are harvested here, accounting for 70% of Colombia's total capacity (Marca Colombia, n.d.). The largest salt extraction site in Colombia, located in Manaure, La Guajira, produces sodium chloride with a capacity of one million tons annually, representing 70% of the country's total. This activity is crucial for the municipality, providing employment and income. While large-scale salt exports are limited, there are significant opportunities for market expansion, which could enhance regional development and improve community conditions. Join this amazing tour and find out more.
You will also visit the Wayuu ranch. Wayuu housing is commonly referred to as ranch because it consists of multiple buildings within a single complex. The Wayuu do not form towns; instead, they live in groups of ranches connected by kinship and shared residence. These dispersed settlements are likely influenced by the semi-desert environment of the Wayuu territory, which necessitates larger land areas and greater distances between homes to sustain the inhabitants.
Includes
Transportation by minibus or bus
Spanish–speaking guide
Lunch
Entrance fees
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
