Cabo de la Vela, on the northern tip of La Guajira, is a magical place where the desert meets the Caribbean Sea. Here you’ll find golden sandy beaches, rolling dunes and a constant breeze perfect for kitesurfing.
If you’re looking for an even more remote experience, head to Punta Gallinas.
This is the northernmost point of the entire South American continent and offers breathtaking desert landscapes.
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Punta Gallinas Lighthouse and enjoy the panoramic views.
For a relaxing day at the beach, visit Hondita Bay. There, the crystal clear waters are perfect for swimming and lounging in the sun. It is an ideal place to unwind and enjoy the serenity.
Nature lovers should explore the Macuira National Park. This park is home to an impressive diversity of flora and fauna, you can take guided walks into the rainforest.
One of the most enriching experiences in La Guajira is to visit Wayuu ranches and learn about their traditions and way of life. It is an opportunity to appreciate the cultural richness of this indigenous community.
On the way you can stay in authentic Wayuu ranches and immerse yourself even more in their culture.
Don’t forget to visit the Manaure Salt Flats, where you will see how salt is extracted by hand and marvel at the unique landscapes that are formed there.
It is one of those places that is worth visiting; a seaside resort for locals and tourists, which, being the less visited place, becomes a very clean and extremely quiet beach.
There, the sand is totally white and fine, its sea of crystalline waters in different shades of green, is the place chosen by many to take beautiful photos and thus have an enviable memory of this unique beach.
Don’t forget to try the delicious local cuisine. Try friche, iguana stewed with coconut, goat stewed in coconut milk, rice with shrimps, malangada, stingray fish, shark salpicón, sweet papaya, chirrinchi, with these you will experience the authentic flavours of La Guajira.
If you’re lucky enough to visit La Guajira in February, don’t miss the Riohacha Carnival, a vibrant celebration of music, dance and colour that celebrates Guajira’s culture and traditions.
