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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 3-day, 2-night journey through the breathtaking landscapes of La Guajira, Colombia, with the Punta Gallina Experience. This cultural adventure invites you to explore the Indigenous capital, interact with the Wayuu community, and spend nights under the stars in hammocks. Discover the traditional salt extraction at Salinas de Manaure, and visit the sacred Pilón de Azúcar. Marvel at the stunning Taroa Dunes and the iconic Punta Gallinas Lighthouse, where you'll witness a magical sunset. Enjoy the pristine beaches of La Boquita Bay, all while being guided by an indigenous non-English speaking guide. With all transport provided, this tour ensures a seamless and immersive experience, offering a unique blend of active adventure and cultural exploration. Meals and accommodations are included, making this an unforgettable journey into the heart of Colombia's rich heritage.
Highlights
Explore the Indigenous capital of La Guajira.
Share with the Wayuu indigenous community.
Spend the night in hammocks under the stars.
Visit the Salinas de Manaure and learn about traditional salt extraction.
Discover the Pilón de Azúcar, a sacred place of the Wayuu community.
Experience the stunning Taroa Dunes and Punta Gallinas Lighthouse.
Enjoy the pristine beaches of La Boquita Bay.
Itinerary
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Today you will catch your transfer to Cabo de la Vela. Throughout the day, you will visit indigenous villages and get immersed into their culture. You will also discover the Salinas de Manaure and visit a traditional weaving enterprise.
Day 2
:
Punta Gallina, Colombia
Location: Punta Gallinas
Accommodation Name: hammock
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer in the morning to Punta Gallinas and the Taroa Dunes. Explore rugged beach landscapes and orange sand dunes, and visit the Punta Gallina's Lighthouse where you will enjoy a magical sunset.
Day 3
:
Punta Gallina - Riohacha, Colombia
Location: Riohacha
Accommodation Name: hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will be transferred back to Riohacha, so you can continue with your journey.
What's Included
Accommodation
2 Nights accommodation in Hammock and hostel.
Transport
All transport is provided as per the itinerary, ensuring a seamless journey through the beautiful landscapes of La Guajira.
Activities
Participate in active adventures including visits to Indigenous villages, Pilon de Azucar Beach, Manaure Salt Mines, Taroa Beach Dunes, and Punta Gallina Lighthouse, as well as a visit to a traditional weaving enterprise.
Guides
An indigenous non-English speaking guide will accompany you during the tour.
What's Not Included
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Personal expenses and gratuities
Personal expenses and gratuities are not covered in the tour package.
Flights
Flights to and from the destination are not included.
Other activities
Activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
English-speaking guide
An English-speaking guide is available at an extra cost.
Mode of Transport
All transport is provided as per the itinerary, ensuring a seamless journey through the beautiful landscapes of La Guajira.
Accommodation
Enjoy 2 nights of accommodation in a hammock and hostel, providing a unique and immersive experience under the stars.
Check out our Q&As
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 2 nights of accommodation in a hammock and hostel, offering a unique and immersive experience under the stars.
Is an English-speaking guide available during the tour?
An indigenous non-English speaking guide will accompany you during the tour. An English-speaking guide is available at an extra cost.
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to Indigenous villages, Pilon de Azucar Beach, Manaure Salt Mines, Taroa Beach Dunes, and Punta Gallina Lighthouse, as well as a visit to a traditional weaving enterprise.
Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners. Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
What is the mode of transport during the tour?
All transport is provided as per the itinerary, ensuring a seamless journey through the beautiful landscapes of La Guajira.
What cultural experiences are part of the tour?
The tour offers cultural experiences such as sharing with the Wayuu indigenous community and visiting a traditional weaving enterprise.
Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us!
If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller.
In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries.
Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Reviews of this operator
Jonas Nesset(Norway)
The company is exceptional. When...
Dec 10 2019
The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!
Shane Alce(United Kingdom)
For true explorers....
Aug 12 2019
For true explorers.
Marian Reder(Germany)
To this day, this is...
Oct 2 2019
To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.
Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)
The Bamba Team really made...
Jan 9 2020
The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!
Braiden Rowe(United States)
The tour was fantastic; I...
Feb 12 2020
The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!
Aaron Davies(Australia)
I only have good words...
Oct 23 2019
I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.
Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)
Bamba Experience has been the...
Jun 5 2019
Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!
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We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise.
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Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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