Manaure Salt Flats

The Manaure Salt Flats in La Guajira demonstrate the traditional method of salt extraction. Visitors observe local workers as they manage the crystallization and manual harvesting of salt from the extensive salt pools, reflecting the ancestral techniques maintained by the community.

60 min

Uribia Technical Stop

After visiting the salt flats, the group makes a technical stop in Uribia to purchase snacks and use the restroom. The journey continues for about 2 hours to Cabo de La Vela, where lunch is served at the accommodation.

600 min

Rainbow Viewpoint

Bathing is prohibited at this location, but visitors can observe rainbows formed when water strikes the rocks.

30 min

Sugar Pylon Site

The sugar pylon is a sacred Wayuu site where visitors may choose to hike to the summit or take photographs of the small mountain.

60 min

Playa Dorada Beach

This well-known beach in Cabo de La Vela offers space to enjoy calm waters and yellow sand, which gives the beach its name, Playa Dorada.

60 min

Sunset Beach

This location allows visitors to watch the sunset while bathing on the beach or simply appreciating the view at sunset.

60 min

Optional Sunset Spot

Visiting this place is optional and can be arranged with other travelers to watch the sunset. Sometimes it is recommended to view the sunset from Playa Ojo de Agua due to limited space when many people are present.

60 min

Route to Punta Gallina

After sunrise and breakfast, the route to Punta Gallina passes the Wind Farm, Bahía Portete, Bahía Honda (where lunch may occur), Bahía Hondita, and Dunas de Taroa, where Saharan dust carried by winds between March and May enlarges the dunes meeting the Caribbean Sea. The group then visits Mirador de Casares for views of the bay before arriving at the Punta Gallina Lighthouse, the northernmost point of South America, concluding the day with dinner and rest at the accommodation.

600 min

Punta Gallinas Lighthouse

At the northernmost point of South America, visitors can watch the sunset at the Punta Gallinas Lighthouse. Afterward, the group returns to the accommodation for dinner and rest.

120 min

Wind Farm Park

This notable park in La Guajira features large structures that provide energy to much of the department and country, which visitors can observe while passing through.

Portete Bay Views

During the tour, visitors can appreciate views of several bays, including Portete Bay.

Bahía Honda Bay

Bahía Honda is one of the bays seen while traveling between Cabo de La Vela and Punta Gallinas.

Last Bay Before Punta Gallinas

This is the final bay visible before reaching the destination of Punta Gallinas.

Taroa Dunes and Beach

Upon arrival at Punta Gallinas, visitors will see the Taroa Dunes, a wide sandy area resembling the Sahara Desert. There is an opportunity to bathe in the cold waters adjacent to the dunes.

120 min

Mayapo Beach and Departure

At approximately 7 am, the group departs the inn towards Mayapo beaches. Time is allotted to enjoy Mayapo beach, known for favorable winds, waves, and sandy shores suitable for water sports. In the mid-afternoon, after about a 40-minute trip, arrival occurs at accommodation in Riohacha or the journey continues.

480 min