Cabo de la Vela, Nazaret,
Macuira Park & Punta Gallinas
Tour
4 Days / 3 Nights from Riohacha
Explore the most complete La Guajira adventure on this 4-day, 3-night tour from Riohacha, traveling through deserts, sacred indigenous lands, Caribbean beaches, and remote mountain ecosystems. Visit Cabo de la Vela, Nazaret, Parque Nacional Natural de la Macuira, and Punta Gallinas, reaching the northernmost point of South America.
This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a deep, immersive experience in La Guajira’s culture and landscapes.
📍 Tour Highlights
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Manaure Salt Flats & salt hills
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Uribia, indigenous capital of Colombia
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Carrizal Desert & cactus forests
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Cabo de la Vela beaches & lighthouse sunset
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Portete Bay viewpoint & Bahía Honda
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Nazaret & Macuira National Natural Park
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Punta Gallinas & northernmost point of South America
🗓️ Itinerary
Day 1 – Riohacha to Cabo de la Vela
Departure: 8:00 AM from Riohacha
Travel through Manaure, visiting the salt flats and salt hills, then continue to Uribia, the indigenous capital of Colombia. Cross cactus forests and the Carrizal Desert en route to Cabo de la Vela.
Enjoy lunch in Cabo de la Vela, followed by visits to:
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Arcoíris Beach
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Pilón de Azúcar Hill
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Dorada Beach
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Ojo de Agua Beach
End the day with a spectacular multicolored sunset from the lighthouse hill.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cabo de la Vela, sleeping in comfortable chinchorros (hammocks).
Day 2 – Cabo de la Vela to Nazaret
Travel through remote landscapes, visiting:
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Portete Bay viewpoint
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Warreo Desert
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Puerto Nuevo & Portete Desert
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Bahía Honda Desert & Bahía Honda
Arrive in Nazaret, gateway to the Macuira region, and enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation in chinchorros.
Day 3 – Nazaret to Punta Gallinas
Continue the journey toward Punta Gallinas, one of La Guajira’s most remote destinations. Experience the dramatic contrast of desert, sea, and sky, and enjoy time in the area.
Dinner and overnight stay in Punta Gallinas, sleeping in comfortable chinchorros.
Day 4 – Punta Gallinas to Riohacha
Depart toward Riohacha, stopping for lunch in Uribia before completing the return journey.
✅ What’s Included
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Transportation in a Toyota 4x4 (shared with 4–6 passengers)
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All meals as described
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Accommodation in comfortable chinchorros
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Insurance covering accidents inside the vehicle
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Spanish-speaking guide
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Operated by a trusted partner agency
The itinerary may vary due to weather or local conditions.
🛏️ Accommodation Options
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Chinchorro (hammock) included
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Private room with bed available for an additional COP 40,000 per person per night
💰 Price & Booking
COP 1,480,000 – 1,630,000 per person
(Shared vehicle with 5–6 passengers, season-dependent)
✔️ Tours operate from 1 person onward
📩 Please confirm availability and final price with reception
🌵 Why Choose This 4-Day La Guajira Tour?
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Most complete La Guajira itinerary available
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Visit Macuira National Park, a rare desert-mountain ecosystem
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Reach the northernmost point of South America
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Small groups for comfort and safety
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Authentic Wayuu region experience