Tour Cabo de la Vela – La Guajira 1 Day

Tour Cabo de la Vela – La Guajira| Tour 1 Day 

The meeting of desert and Sea

More than just a visit, is the chance to feel the indomitable character of the peninsula more northern Colombiaa place where nature and culture are in harmony.

Activity highlights:

Salinas de Manaure, and wayuu culture: Discover the magical landscape of the mirrors of salt and learn about the cultural richness in Uribia, the indigenous capital of La Guajira.

Adventure in Cabo de la Vela: Explore the mini dunes, walks on Beach, Rainbow and ascends to the Pilón de Azúcar, a viewpoint sacred with breathtaking views of the desert and the Caribbean sea.

Relaxation in paradise beaches: Unwind and relax on a Golden Beach and the local flavor with a typical lunch in front of the sea.

Recommendation for your Trip: Comes with Time 

We recommend you to arrive at the City of Riohacha one day before your visit to Cabo de la Vela and stay at strategic locations within the city, as the departure time is very early. Bequeath a day before will allow you to rest, organize your luggage with peace of mind and be ready to go the next day without a hitch. In addition, it is an excellent opportunity to discover the wonders of the capital of la Guajira.

Where to stay?
These are some recommended hotels where you can spend the night comfortably:

• Hotel Timaiti
• Hostal 1545
• Hostel Laguna Salah By FSL
• Hotel Makai SAS
• Hotel La Guajira

What to do in the Region?
Take advantage of your stay to go to rest in the places in the vicinity of your hotel in Riohacha:

• Stroll along the Malecon, Enjoy a hike, relaxing by the waterfront of Riohacha, facing the Caribbean sea. There you will find crafts wayuu, sculptures and a cool atmosphere in the evening.
• Dinner with flavour guajiro: try the local cuisine in the local restaurants of the city, which include dishes such as friche (meat of goat, fresh local fish, rice shrimp, or some arepas of pork rinds.
• Visit to the Cathedral or Plaza José Prudencio Padilla: A short tour to get to know some emblematic points of the city center, lit up in the night and a quiet atmosphere.
• Cultural option lightweight: Depending on the day, you can find presentations of dance, music, vallenato or artisan samples on the Boardwalk or in small cultural spaces.

Rest well and learn a little bit more of this part of the northern colombian will make it even more rewarding your experience.

Note:  The order of the itinerary may be altered depending on weather conditions, social, and logistics.

Itinerary – Full Day in Cabo de la Vela

In this one day tour you will discover unique landscapes, crystal clear beaches, viewpoints sacred and the cultural richness of the local communities:

5:30 AM – Start of the adventure
Departure from your hotel in Riohacha, or the meeting point agreed to begin a journey full of contrasts between the Caribbean sea and the desert guajiro.

Salinas de Manaure
First stop in a unique landscape: mirrors of salt that reflect the sky and show the ancient tradition of the communities in the collection of this mineral.

Uribia, the heart of the wayuu culture
Brief visit to the indigenous capital of La Guajira, where the culture and traditions wayuu is breathed in every corner.

Cabo de la Vela – Nature and spirituality
Arrival to this magical place where the desert meets the sea. There we will start a tour:

• Mini Dunesformations of sand, perfect to admire the landscape.
• Beach Rainbowa natural spectacle, where the colors of the sea and the rocks created an unforgettable setting.
• Pilón de Azúcar, ascent light to a viewpoint, which is sacred to the pueblo wayuu, which offers one of the most impressive views of the region.

Playa Dorada – Rest and disconnection
Free time to relax, swim or simply enjoy the tranquility of its crystal clear waters.

1:30 PM – Lunch
Tasting a traditional dish of the region, with fresh fish, rice, fried plantain and salad, facing the sea.

6:00 PM – Return to Riohacha
Transfer to your hotel or meeting point, ending an unforgettable day in the heart of La Guajira.

Why choose our tour? 

• Guided tour with local guides who know the biodiversity and the vastness of the desert of la Guajira.
• Visit to the  most beautiful beaches in the north of colombia.
• Opportunity to see wildlife and culture live local.
• Delicious lunch in a unique setting next to the sea.
• Throughout the day you will learn and enjoy this majestic destination without haste.

Plan your Visit to Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona 

• Duration of the Tour: Approximately 13 hours
• Level of difficulty: Low to moderate difficulty.
• Departure time: 5:30am (Be Ready 15 minutes before)
• End time: 6:00 pm
• Available languages: Spanish
• Languages Available Upon Request: English – German – French – Among others

Recommendations for Visitors

To ensure an even more enjoyable experience in the alta Guajira, keep in mind the following recommendations:

• Take a small backpack everything you need for the day.
• Use tennis comfortable and closed to walk, in addition to sandals for the beach.
• Clothing, light and fresh, perfect for the warm weather.
• Personal protection: small towel, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat and sunglasses.
• Carry water staff (minimum 1 litre) and some snacks or sandwiches.
• Have cash in colombian pesos for local purchases.
• Signal telephone limited; Clear is the operator with better coverage in the area.
• Respect the wayuu culture and, if you like, support the local economy by buying local handicrafts.
• Care for the environment throughout the tour.

Tour details:

• Minimum requirement of participants: 1 person
• Age limit: 18 years | minors may participate provided they are accompanied by a responsible adult. In case the minor is travelling without their parents will be required to submit a written permission from the same, together with a copy of your identity documents.
• Price per person:  $285.000 COP.
• Initial deposit: Para confirmar la reserva de esta experiencia se requiere el pago de un depósito inicial de $90.000 COP por persona.

  Este depósito no es reembolsable ni transferible a otra persona, experiencia, fecha o entidad, ya que se destina a la planificación logística, reservas locales y operación previa del servicio.

  🔔 Recomendación: se sugiere realizar primero la compra del tiquete aéreo y, una vez confirmado, efectuar el depósito inicial para asegurar la reserva.

  💰 Pago del valor restante: el saldo podrá cancelarse un día antes de la experiencia mediante transferencia bancaria o pago con tarjeta (recargo adicional del 5%), o el día de la experiencia en efectivo, según lo acordado previamente.

Note:  The order of the itinerary may be altered depending on weather conditions, social, and logistics.

What's included in the tour? 

This complete walkthrough includes everything you need to enjoy a worry-free:

• Pick-up and return to the hotel in Riohacha or meeting point defined.
• Transport in 4×4 vehicle during the tour.
• Typical lunch in Cabo de la Vela.
• Guidance of a specialist.
• Insurance policy
• Permanent follow-up.
• Destinations that are described in the itinerary.

What is not included in the tour? 

• Breakfast and dinner.
• Expenses not specified in the plan.
• Tips and additional uses.

Note: In case you need to stay in Riohacha, we recommend prior consultation options of hotel partners to ensure comfort and timeliness of the output.

Option departure from Santa Marta: Price $437.000 COP (back and forth).

Note: The itinerary, activities and services are the same whether sales from Riohacha from Santa Marta. The only thing that varies is the starting point and the cost associated with the transport.

3:00 AM – Departure from Santa Marta. Pick a hotel or a meeting point agreed upon. Land transfer to Riohacha by the trunk of the Caribbean.

5:00 – 5:30 AM – Arrival to Riohacha and a change of Vehicle. Brief Pause for a change of transport to a 4×4 vehicle. Here begins the adventure heading to la Guajira.

6:00 PM – Return to Riohacha. Arrival in Riohacha, the end of the tour in La Guajira. Transfer to the hotel (in case you want to stay in Riohacha) or meeting point, ending an unforgettable day in the heart of la Guajira.

Splicing vehicle back to Santa Marta
Connection with the transport to return to Santa Marta.

10:30 PM – Arrival to Santa Marta
Ending the tour at your hotel or at the meeting point agreed upon.

Where to stay?
These are some recommended hotels where you can spend the night comfortably:

• Hotel Akuamarina
• I Am A Local Santa Marta
• Hotel San Miguel Imperial

Option for City Tour (Free Tour) on the day of your arrival

When reserving your experience with us, we give you the possibility of enjoying a City walking Tour through the historic center of Santa Marta the day of your arrival.

This tour has a duration of approximately 2 hours and will allow you to know the main attractions of the city accompanied by local guides who are passionate about the history and culture of samaria.

We take care of to coordinate your participation in this Free Tour, which operates under the model of donations or voluntary tips Paid directly to the Guide. The tips tend to be between 10 and 50 euros per persondepending on your level of satisfaction with the experience.

It is a great way to make the most of your first evening in the city before starting the adventure main.