Cabo de la Vela, Punta Gallinas & Camarones 4 Days 3 Nights

Discover the Alta Guajira in 4 days: Cabo de la Vela, Punta Gallinas, and a sunrise canoe ride in the Camarones Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, where desert meets the Caribbean Sea.

At Colombia Oculta, we take care of every detail of your experience. This expedition requires a brief review by our team before it's confirmed, to make sure everything is ready for you in the territory

Experience the Alta Guajira, one of the most unique landscapes in the world, where the desert meets the Caribbean Sea. This 4-day, 3-night journey departs from Riohacha and takes you through salt flats, cactus forests, and remote desert tracks to the most iconic places of the region.

You will watch the sunset from the lighthouse at Cabo de la Vela, visit Rainbow Beach and the Pilón de Azúcar hill, and travel to Punta Gallinas, the northernmost point of South America. There you will swim at Taroa Beach, explore its golden dunes, and watch the sun go down over the sea.

On the last days, you will continue to the Camarones Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, where a canoe ride with a local guide offers the chance to see the sunrise and the area's migratory birds.

You will sleep in traditional Wayuu hammocks (chinchorros) under open-air shelters, enjoy regional cuisine, and travel in a fully equipped Toyota 4x4 pickup truck with shared capacity for 6 people. A private room with bed and private bathroom is available as an optional upgrade.

This is an authentic desert adventure with simple comforts, the warmth of local communities, and landscapes you will not find anywhere else.

Please note

This tour takes place across the deserts and remote tracks of the Alta Guajira, an area with no formal technical support services. In case of unexpected issues along the route (vehicle breakdowns, etc.), Colombia Oculta will resolve the situation as quickly as possible with the resources available, which may include replacing the vehicle, towing, or redistributing passengers among other vehicles.

Accommodation is in traditional Wayuu hammocks (chinchorros), under open-air shelters, which is the authentic way of sleeping in this culture. This experience is not accessible for travelers with mobility limitations or those requiring wheelchair access, given the desert terrain and the hammock-style accommodation.

Meals are based on regional specialties such as fresh fish, beef, chicken, and goat. Vegetarian and vegan menu options are limited due to the conditions of the Wayuu community. Lobster and shrimp are available at an additional cost upon request.

On Day 4, the canoe ride in the Camarones sanctuary offers the chance to see the sunrise and migratory birds. As a tour operator, we cannot guarantee successful bird sightings, especially during the dry season.

The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions or availability on the day of your booking. The order of the visits may change, but this does not affect the fulfillment of the plan.

This tour is conducted in Spanish. A bilingual guide is available for an additional daily fee (to be confirmed).

Please let us know in advance if you have any medical condition we should be aware of, food allergies, or dietary preferences.