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LA GUAJIRA DESERT 2D1N
This 2-days experience is designed for people who want a quick visit to La Guajira desert, visiting Cabo de La Vela, Manaure & Mayapo beaches, where you will witness the great landscapes of this desert, having a good introduction to this indigenous territory of the Wayúu culture in a very short time. This is ideal […]
This 2-days experience is designed for people who want a quick visit to La Guajira desert, visiting Cabo de La Vela, Manaure & Mayapo beaches, where you will witness the great landscapes of this desert, having a good introduction to this indigenous territory of the Wayúu culture in a very short time. This is ideal for people that have limited time to visit the destination and the tour has daily group departures depending on the weather conditions with extreme rain that are advisable to check before the trip.
ItineraryDay by day
CABO DE LA VELA
On this day, a person from our team will be waiting for you at the Riohacha airport, then you will be taken to Cabo de La Vela in a 4x4. In the way, you will have a stopover in Uribia where you can get supplies for the next days in the desert. Once you arrive to the hotel, you will check-in and will spend the rest of the afternoon visiting Ojo de Agua beach and the lighthouse, where you will contemplate a beautiful Caribbean sunset in the calm waters of this windy place.
MAYAPO BEACH & RETURN TO RIOHACHA
On this day, you will be taken towards Mayapo beaches. Once you arrive, you will visit the Manaure Salt Flats and will have lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit a Ranch of the Wayuu, which is an indigenous community of the Colombian Caribbean known for its matriarchal traditions and handcrafted woven handbags. After some moments enjoying the beach you will be taken back to Riohacha.
Cost infoPrice and trip details
Add-ons & optionalsPersonalize your journey
Included services
Included
LODGINGBeds in private rooms at basic accommodations of the area.
ROOMS- Anauli Cabo de la Vela: Double, triple or multiple rooms.
ACTIVITIESAll the activities mentioned in the plan, all in shared tours and transportations of maximum 6 people.
MEALS- 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner.
TRANSFERSAll land transportations in shared vehicles up to 6 people.
GUIDANCESpanish speaking guides throughout the trip for all activities.
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE CARDThe tour includes a travel assistance card for all the days that covers possible accidents, medical attention and emergency transportations for a quick response in case of being necessary according to the evacuation time during the activities and level of medical attention at the destination.
Not included
National and international flights.- Activities, additional drinks or elements not described in the plan.
Tips, snacks and souvenirs.
Personal items not described in the itinerary.- English or other language speaking translators.
What to take?Travel prepared
- Hat and/or other sun protection for the head and neck.
- Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the reflection of the sun and the sand.
- Long-sleeved shirts to avoid sunburn and mosquito bites during outdoor activities.
- Comfortable pants and avoid jeans.
- Appropriate footwear for the walks in the sand dunes.
- Swimming suit, towels and sandals, as there will be chance to swim in the ocean and lagoons of the area.
- Sunscreen and mosquito repellent.
- Non-disposable rigid container to refill water (canteen or thermos).
- Hands-free backpack, please avoid wheeled suitcases as much as possible.
- Day-packs for carrying personal stuff, hydration, snacks and other elements during the outdoor day activities.
- Flashlight.
- Personal documents and count with your own medical insurance.
- Personal medicines and first aid kit.
RecommendationsGood to know
Travel with a flexible mindset and leave room for the unexpected. The most memorable moments often come from moving at the rhythm of the place and its people.
FAQAnswers before you go
- Flights from & to Bogota or any other Colombian cities. The price would depend of the dates and the anticipation the flights are booked. - English or other languages speaking guides/translators, according to availability of guides for the desired date, in this case it is advisable to book in advance. - Private tours for couples or small groups that don’t want to have shared activities and transportations. - Private single rooms for just one person (price under request). - Specialized guides for special itineraries.
THE JOURNEY, IN CONTEXT
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