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Palomino is one of the most special destinations in the Caribbean colombiano. Its location, south of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, offers a landscape blending the sierra's richness with the Caribbean Sea. Plus, thanks to the Palomino, San Salvador, and Don Diego rivers, it’s a wonderful spot for ecotourism.
Here, you can enjoy walks along the kilometers-long Palomino beaches or navigate the river, ideal for tubing. With so much to explore, Palomino is the best destination for rest and adventure.
Exploring Palomino beaches is an unforgettable experience.
Follow these guidelines to reach Palomino. The town is in La Guajira department, northern Colombia. By air, fly to Riohacha, La Guajira’s capital. From the bus terminal, take a bus to Palomino. Alternatively, fly to Santa Marta (Magdalena) from cities like Bogotá, Medellín, or Cali, and reach Palomino in about 2 hours by land transport.
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After marveling at the vast beaches, you’ll be amazed by the activities. Beyond staying in comfortable hotels, you can explore local cuisine and international restaurant fusions.
If you enjoy nature and adventure at a relaxed pace, try tubing in Palomino. Sit in a rubber tube and glide down the Palomino River. Enjoy the views and sunset as the river takes you on an unforgettable ride. After tubing, walk to see the river’s mouth at the Atlantic Ocean, where fresh and saltwater mix, creating vibrant colors and rhythms.
Between sea and river, you can also try extreme sports. Waterfalls and cliffs offer safe rappelling or canyoning. It’s quite a feat!
Enjoy the Caribbean waves while learning to surf, or try a unique style: stand-up paddle surfing. Extreme sports in Palomino are a great way to have fun in nature.
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Surfing in Palomino is a favorite extreme sport for adventure lovers.
A half-hour from Palomino, the Valencia stream offers a tropical forest experience. Along the stream, enjoy natural pools and wells. Take a slow walk, savoring the shade of trees and beauty of flowers.
The Valencia stream amidst the tropical forest.
In Palomino, don’t miss the Los Flamencos Fauna and Flora Sanctuary. This La Guajira sanctuary hosts birds like white herons, seagulls, red cardinals, and iconic flamingos. Explore the tropical forest and mangrove ecosystem. The reserve, 70 km from Palomino, includes four visitable lagoons: Ciénaga del Navío Quebrado, Ciénaga de Tocoromanes, Ciénaga de Manzanillo, and Laguna Grande.
A memorable activity is visiting Ciudad Perdida from Palomino. Connect with a local Tayrona indigenous guide for a jungle trek through the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
Step by step, connect with nature and feel the life in the rivers. Birdwatching endemic species will invigorate your senses. Various ecotours benefit visitors and indigenous communities protecting the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and La Guajira’s natural reserves.
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Flamingos can be seen in Camarones, La Guajira.
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Wear comfortable, lightweight clothing to enjoy the warm Caribbean climate. Bring hats or visors for sun protection, sandals for the beach, and sturdy shoes for jungle walks. A light rain jacket is useful in this tropical climate. Average temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C. The driest season is around September.
Carry cash. There are no ATMs in Palomino, but you can travel to nearby cities.
To reach Palomino, fly to La Guajira’s capital, Riohacha, or Santa Marta in Magdalena, both about 1.5 hours by air from Bogotá.
Rent a car to travel from cities like Santa Marta, La Guajira, or Barranquilla. This allows stops at attractions like Parque Tayrona, with trips lasting 2 to 4 hours.
Colombia is the world’s second most biodiverse country, and places like Palomino showcase this natural wealth. Come explore between sea and sierra!
Through our regions with their charming destinations and experiences, you will discover that the diversity that defines Colombia includes its tourism offer.
Here you can enjoy adventure tourism, cultural, community, gastronomic, meetings and much more.
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