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Day 1 \u2013 Departure from Riohacha, Manaure, Uribia & Sunset at Cabo de la Vela<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 3-day Punta Gallinas Tour begins around 8:30 a.m. in the city of Riohacha. The group travels by 4\u00d74 vehicle to Manaure\u2019s Salt Flats, the largest salt production complex in Colombia. During a guided visit, travelers learn about the traditional methods used to extract salt a historic activity deeply connected to the Wayuu communities and their economy.<\/p>\n

The route continues toward Uribia, known as the Indigenous Capital of Colombia. Here, the group makes a brief stop to gain a deeper understanding of Wayuu culture and to make final preparations for entering the desert (water, snacks, meals, and cash).<\/p>\n

The journey then heads into the desert toward Cabo de la Vela. Upon arrival, the group enjoys a traditional Guajira lunch and a rest period after the roughly 2-hour drive. In the afternoon, the guide takes travelers to visit Rainbow Beach (Playa Arco\u00edris), the scenic lookout Pil\u00f3n de Az\u00facar, and Playa Dorada, ending at the Cabo de la Vela Lighthouse to watch one of Colombia\u2019s most beautiful sunsets.<\/p>\n

The day concludes at a Wayuu rancher\u00eda, where travelers enjoy dinner and spend the night in a hammock, chinchorro, or bed, depending on the accommodation plan selected.<\/p>\n

Day 2 \u2013 Journey to Punta Gallinas, the Northernmost Point of South America<\/strong><\/p>\n

After an early breakfast, the group leaves Cabo de la Vela and begins the journey toward Punta Gallinas, the northernmost point of the South American continent.<\/p>\n

The route crosses striking desert landscapes and offers opportunities to photograph the Jepirachi Wind Farm, with its turbines lining the horizon.<\/p>\n

The expedition continues through sandy desert trails, passing Portete Bay, Honda Bay, and Hondita Bay, an area where the sea, sand, and wind define the rugged spirit of the Alta Guajira. Around 2:00 p.m., the group arrives at Punta Gallinas and enjoys lunch at a local rancher\u00eda.<\/p>\n

The rest of the afternoon is free for relaxing, walking around the area, and experiencing the tranquility of this remote destination, one of the main reasons the Punta Gallinas tour is considered such a unique experience in Colombia.<\/p>\n

Day 3 \u2013 Taroa Dunes, Punta Gallinas Lighthouse & Return to Riohacha<\/strong><\/p>\n

The final day of the Punta Gallinas tour begins early with a visit to the breathtaking Taroa Dunes, one of the most iconic landscapes of the Alta Guajira. From the top, travelers admire panoramic views of the desert merging with the Caribbean Sea. Those who wish can run down the dunes and swim in the ocean a highlight for many travelers.<\/p>\n

After this experience, the group visits the Punta Gallinas Lighthouse, the exact point that marks the northernmost tip of South America, a perfect spot for photos and a must-see landmark.<\/p>\n

Once the visit is complete, the return journey to Riohacha begins, with a lunch stop in Uribia before continuing the route. The group typically arrives in Riohacha around 3:00 p.m., officially concluding the Punta Gallinas tour.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The 3-day Punta Gallinas Tour is a cultural and adventure-filled experience at the northernmost point of South America, where golden dunes, coastal cliffs, and peaceful beaches create a stunning landscape where the desert meets the Caribbean Sea.<\/p>\n

This Punta Gallinas excursion offers a full immersion in La Alta Guajira and Wayuu territory the ancestral land of one of Colombia\u2019s most iconic Indigenous communities. The experience combines 4\u00d74 desert-road travel, authentic lodging in Wayuu rancher\u00edas (sleeping in hammocks or chinchorros), and traditional Guajira cuisine.<\/p>\n

Departing from Riohacha, the tour visits key destinations such as Uribia, Manaure, Cabo de la Vela, Taroa Dunes, Punta Gallinas, and Bah\u00eda Hondita, as well as remote beaches like Punta Aguja and La Boquita.
\nEach segment of the journey reveals unique landscapes, making this tour ideal for couples, families, or groups seeking an authentic, non-crowded travel experience.<\/p>\n

Book your Punta Gallinas Tour with a 7% deposit of the total price.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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4 PAX<\/td>\n$1.100.000 COP<\/td>\nPor persona<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5 PAX<\/td>\n$1.000.000 COP<\/td>\nPor persona<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6 PAX<\/td>\n$900.000 COP<\/td>\nPor persona<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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