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2 Days 1 Night Cabo de la Vela from Riohacha
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Duration
2 days and 1 nights
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24 hours
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Idioma
Spanish
Min. passengers
2 passengers
2 Days 1 Night Cabo de la Vela from Riohacha
La Guajira is more than just desert, these trips show you the real face of the community and allow you to enter to understand the territory, not only as a set of incredible landscapes.
Starting point
- Meeting point: Pick up at your hotel / accommodation within the city of Riohacha
- Days of Operation: Tour available every day
Itinerary
Día 1
Manaure and Cabo de la Vela
- Your trip begins at 07:00 am in Riohacha, from there you will go to Uribia, the indigenous capital of La Guajira, it will be a 1 hour tour.
- Upon arrival in Uribia, you will take a city tour, visiting this important Wayúu cultural center.
- Then you will enjoy breakfast, and then start your trip to one of the most famous places in La Guajira: the Salinas de Manaure.
- It will be a journey of 20 minutes approx. by car. In the Salinas de Manaure you will visit the ponds where salt is extracted and processed in an artisanal way, the tour will be done in the company of a community leader.
- Then you will leave for Cabo de La Vela, it will be a journey of 2 hours approx. Upon arrival, you will have lunch at the lodge.
- In the afternoon, you will visit the beaches of Dorada and Ojo de Agua, you will see an incredible sunset and then you will go back to the ranchería.
- The night will be spent in bed, in rooms with private bathroom.
Día 2
Mayapo
- Around 7 am you will leave the inn heading to the beaches of Mayapo, it will be a journey of 5 hours approx.
- Upon arrival, you will visit the Maliwala Refuge, a space to enjoy traditional cuisine.
- You will have a lunch that will bring together some of the most exquisite dishes of the Guajira gastronomy.
- You will have time to enjoy the beaches of Mayapo, one of the must-see destinations on your trip to La Guajira.
- This area is ideal for practicing water sports as there are good winds, good waves and sandy beaches.
- In the afternoon and after a tour of approx. 40 minutes, you will arrive at a hostel in Riohacha, where you can take a shower and rest
Include
- Tours in 4 × 4 cars during your expedition days.
- 1 breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner. Hydration and snacks.
- Visit to María's project in Mayapo.
Not included
- Transportation to get to or from Riohacha, starting and ending point of the trip.
- Food: Drinks and additional food.
- Activities: activities not described in the itinerary.
- Others: personal expenses. Expenses not stipulated. Medical expenses not covered by the travel insurance policy.
Activities
- Flora, wildlife observation (incluida)
Notes
- Does not operate the months of May and October
- Travel equipment: Sunscreen Sunglasses Beach towel and another for sweat. Small backpack Basic elements of personal hygiene and medicines. Additional water or hydration salts if you are very sensitive to heat. If you make bracelets or a product, take it with you to exchange with the community.
- Travel clothing: It is important to wear comfortable and fresh clothing. A pair of closed shoes for walking, there are very rustic places that can hurt you, also take a pair of sandals for the beach. Dress or swimwear. Hat or cap. Buff to protect you from the sun and wind when you walk.
- Weather: during the day you will feel constant sun and breeze, at night it is usually much colder than normal, if you are sensitive to cold, you could bring an additional blanket so you can rest peacefully.
- Rancherías: The cabins in Cabo de La Vela have better infrastructure, but in Punta Gallinas you will find more basic conditions and in La Macuira you will find the best conditions. Many maintain their typical construction with Yotojoro and mud, while others are already intervened with brick materials and roofs.
- Vehicles: our trips can be private or shared with 5 people, in air-conditioned 4×4 cars with current and contractual license plates, insurance, up-to-date taxes and drivers with a verified driver's license.
- Food: your trip includes the typical food of the region, mainly fish. For some dishes you can easily choose the options to your liking. From now on, if you have a particular taste, let us know so we can be prepared, you can choose vegetarian or vegan dishes.
- Seasons: if you travel in January, December, July or August there will be many more travelers than in another season, which is why the times for your meals tend to have some delays, we take care of planning everything before your trip so that it is on time for you, but we appreciate your patience and understanding. October is the rainy month, so access to the desert will have many restrictions.
- Your luggage: please bring only what is necessary, a small personal suitcase, because the trunk of the truck is small and it is important to use it to also carry the food for the desert and the garbage on the way back. In case you want to store part of your luggage in our hostel, you can do it without any additional charge.
- The waste you generate: at the destination there is a problem of waste management due to the fact that there are many rural areas within the department and the infrastructure is basic, so keep in mind the following recommendations:
- Avoid using plastic cups, straws, disposable spoons, water bottles or plastic bags during your trip.
- We ask you to return all the garbage that you generate at the destination and if during your journey
Accommodation
hostal
Ranchería- Rustic accommodation known as ranchería, home to the Wayuu indigenous community.
- Normally the typical lodging in La Guajira is El Chinchorro, during this trip you will sleep in the cabins, in a bed with a private bathroom, but if you prefer to try a night in a hammock, it will also be included
Cancellations policy
FREE cancellation as long as the guest cancels at least 7 days before the tripCOP 560.000USD 143.33
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