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- Spanish
The Cabo de la Vela Tour takes you to know one of the most impressive and beautiful landscapes that Colombia has. An ideal place to enjoy the spectacular union between the desert and the Caribbean Sea. Cabo de la Vela gives you the opportunity to live a wonderful travel experience in communion with the culture and traditions of the Wayuu Indians. In Cabo de la Vela you will contemplate the majestic sunset over the Caribbean Sea from the Lighthouse in Cabo de la Vela.
What's Included
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
It is possible to pick up travelers at hotels located in the center of Riohacha and points such as the airport, however the pick-up point must be confirmed first to the agency to confirm the pick-up time.
The office is diagonal to the Laguna Salá Hostel.
Itinerary
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The Cabo de la Vela Tour starts from Riohacha at 8:30 am, heading north towards the high Guajira desert. Along the way, we'll pass through Uribia, known as the indigenous capital of Colombia, where you'll be able to appreciate many handicrafts from the Wayú culture.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Afterwards, we will visit Manaure (the largest salt complex in Colombia) where we will observe the salt extraction process, learning more about this important activity for the region.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Next, we'll head toward our destination, Cabo de la Vela, arriving in the early afternoon for lunch and our first interaction with the desert-sea ecosystem. We'll visit the spectacular Playa Dorada and walk to the lighthouse, a panoramic viewpoint from which to watch the sunset. Finally, we will arrive at a typical Wayuu hotel (ranchería), where we will have dinner and spend the night in hammocks.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Early in the morning we will have a delicious breakfast and then visit Pilón de Azúcar beach. We will also climb a small mountain to have a beautiful view of the desert and the sea of Cabo de la Vela.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Later, we will return to the accommodation for lunch and finally return to Riohacha.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Riohacha - Cabo de la Vela
Cabo de la Vela - Riohacha
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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