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Pacific Coast

The Pacific coast of Colombia is where the jungle meets the sea, where waterfalls pour out of the dense jungle onto spectacular sand beaches, and where whales and dolphins frolic so close to shore you can admire them from your hammock.

The Choco is extremely biodiverse and nature is well preserved due to the lack of development at all levels. The only civilization you will find here are tiny indigenous villages popping up along the beaches.

The real attraction in Choco is nature, and a stay here is highly recommended especially between July to October, where each year hundreds of humpback whales make the 8,000 km journey from the frigid sea off Chile to the warm waters of Colombia’s Pacific coastline. Here they gather in bays and coves by the dozens or even hundreds to mate and calve their babies before beginning the long trip back.

Nuqui – Joviseña Lodge

COL-54 / 4-day Trip

OVERVIEW

Nuquí is located in the pacific coast of Colombia in one of the most bio-diverse regions on earth. The lodge in Nuqui is surrounded by a lush tropical rainforest and your visit includes hikes and walks according to your physical capacities and preferences. Some staff members of the lodge speak English, and they will explain to you about the activities included with local guides (not English speaking), who will take you through natural jungle paths and rivers. From July – October it is possible to do whale watching.

The day-by-day activities will be coordinated upon your arrival because they depend on different and non-predictable natural factors.

There is the option do this program in 4 days, but only starting on Fridays. Please ask for more information, in case of interest.

Day 1	Nuquí- Joviseña Lodge
Day 2	Joviseña Lodge
Day 3	Joviseña Lodge
Day 4	Joviseña Lodge
Day 5	Joviseña Lodge – Nuquí

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE DOMESTIC FLIGHTS TO THE PACIFIC COAST:
– Please be aware, that flights to the Pacific Coast have a weight restriction of 10 KG check-in luggage and 5 KG hand luggage per PAX. We recommend storing extra luggage at the departure hotel.

– Be aware that the flights have limited spaces, therefore we advise booking well in advance to secure the places.

ITINERARY

Day 1	Nuquí – Joviseña Lodge Flight to Nuqui depart only from Medellin, therefore it is important to plan according to it. It is possible to link this flight form Bogota, but only on certain days of the week. The plane is a small charter flight typically with 14 – 20 seats and it has the weight restrictions of 15 kg per person. Reception at the airport in Nuquí by the staff from Joviseña Lodge. Transfer in boat to the Lodge (35 min). At arrival to the lodge, check in and briefing about the coming days activities. In the afternoon, there will be some guided activities (see description below). Included meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2	Joviseña Lodge During your stay at Joviseña lodge, you will have certain excursions included. The schedule of those activities will be arranged upon arrival, as the order depends on the weather and tide conditions. The included activities are: – 2 Whale safaris in speed boat (from July – October) (half day activities) – Jungle walk to the waterfall of love (half day in the tropical rainforest) – Walk to the local village “Termales” with local guide, with possibility of taking a bath in the hot springs (half day activity) – Entrance to the hot-springs is not included and must be paid directly – Walk by Joviseña beach, it is possible to take a boat ride by river Joviseña (not included and must be paid directly) – Other activities: The lodge also offers rents of kayaks and snorkeling gear (not included) It’s also possible to arrange sport fishing and surf classes at the lodge. Those activities are not included in the plan and can be arranged and paid for directly at the lodge. REMARK: According to local communitarian regulations, all payments for extra activities and those that involve the community, must be done on the spot Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3	Joviseña Lodge During your stay at Joviseña lodge, you will have certain excursions included. The schedule of those activities will be arranged upon arrival, as the order depends on the weather and tide conditions. The included activities are: – 2 Whale safaris in speed boat (from July – October) (half day activities) – Jungle walk to the waterfall of love (half day in the tropical rainforest) – Walk to the local village “Termales” with local guide, with possibility of taking a bath in the hot springs (half day activity) – Entrance to the hot-springs is not included and must be paid directly – Walk by Joviseña beach, it is possible to take a boat ride by river Joviseña (not included and must be paid directly) – Other activities: The lodge also offers rents of kayaks and snorkeling gear (not included) It’s also possible to arrange sport fishing and surf classes at the lodge. Those activities are not included in the plan and can be arranged and paid for directly at the lodge. REMARK: According to local communitarian regulations, all payments for extra activities and those that involve the community, must be done on the spot Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4	Joviseña Lodge During your stay at Joviseña lodge, you will have certain excursions included. The schedule of those activities will be arranged upon arrival, as the order depends on the weather and tide conditions. The included activities are: – 2 Whale safaris in speed boat (from July – October) (half day activities) – Jungle walk to the waterfall of love (half day in the tropical rainforest) – Walk to the local village “Termales” with local guide, with possibility of taking a bath in the hot springs (half day activity) – Entrance to the hot-springs is not included and must be paid directly – Walk by Joviseña beach, it is possible to take a boat ride by river Joviseña (not included and must be paid directly) – Other activities: The lodge also offers rents of kayaks and snorkeling gear (not included) It’s also possible to arrange sport fishing and surf classes at the lodge. Those activities are not included in the plan and can be arranged and paid for directly at the lodge. REMARK: According to local communitarian regulations, all payments for extra activities and those that involve the community, must be done on the spot Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5	Nuquí – Departure Boat transfer to Nuquí and transfer to the airport. End of services. Included meals: Breakfast

– Be aware that the flights have limited spaces, therefore we advise booking well in advance to secure the places.

PRICING

COL-54 – To request prices, please click on the BOOK TRIP bottom on the right sidebar and fill the information.

INCLUDED

Nights at lodge in shared double room
Free juice and coffee bar
Activities during the stay: 2 Whale safaris, walk to local village with local guide and jungle walk
Included meals specified in the day to day itinerary

NOT INCLUDED

International flights
Domestic flights (Approx 180 USD per person)
Airport transfers
Local tax in Nuquí airport (approx. USD 4 per person)
Hot springs entrance fee (approx. USD 9 per person)
Boat trip on Joviseña River (approx. USD 7 per person)
Meals not mentioned in the program
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Other optional activities such as: tour to Ensenada de Utria National Park, snorkeling, kayak, surf etc.
Personal expenses
Insurance
Tips
Everything not mentioned in the “Included” list

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Bahia Solano – El Almejal

Bahía Solano & Utría National Park

COL-61 / 4-day Trip

OVERVIEW

El Almejal is an ecotourism project founded in 1982 which offers nature and adventure experiences in one of the most biodiverse places on earth. The lodge is located in El Valle, Bahía Solano on the most picturesque beach of the Pacific Coast of Colombia, 35 minutes from the Utría National Park. It is within the heart of one of the most biodiverse hot spots on the planet: The Choco biodiversity hot spot.

This hot spot includes a wide variety of habitats, ranging from rainforests, mangroves, beaches, rocky shorelines, and coastal wilderness.

The combination of flat coastal plains interspersed with small mountain ranges has fostered the development of unique species, making this one of the most biologically diverse regions of the planet. For example, 25% or 2,750 of the plants found here are found nowhere else.

There is the option do this program in 4 days. Please ask for more information, in case of interest.

Day 1	Arrival at “El Almejal”
Day 2	El Almejal Natural Reserve
Day 3	Utría National Park
Day 4	Day tour to Rio Tundó
Day 5	Departure – End of services

– Be aware that the flights have limited spaces, therefore we advise booking well in advance to secure the places.

ITINERARY

Day 1	Arrival at “El Almejal” Morning departure from Medellin’s airport to Bahía Solano. Upon arrival, transfer by shared car or motorbike-taxi to the area known as El Valle, where El Almejal Eco lodge is located. Welcome and introductory briefing regarding the lodge, area and activities for the coming days. Free afternoon to relax and enjoy the lodge and the beach. Night at the lodge. Included meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2	El Almejal Natural Reserve After breakfast, visit the conservation projects and organic orchard. At the start of the trip to “La Reserva”, there is a 30m high viewpoint with an spectacular view of the sea horizon merging with the jungle. Once at the Nature Reserve, the guide will provide information about the different species of both the forest and ecosystem. Free afternoon to enjoy the lodge and beach. Night at the lodge. Included meals: Breakfast, Picnic, Dinner
Day 3	Utría National Park After a 40-minute boat ride, arrival at the most beautiful inlet of the country: Utría. In the administrative headquarters of the Park there will be an informative briefing about the park and rules. There is also the option of seeing the skeleton of a sperm whale on display. There will be time to take a swim in the tranquil emerald green waters of the cove, or take a hike through the mangrove swamp. On the way, visit to some of the few white sandy beaches on the Colombian Pacific coast, perfect for snorkeling! Night at the lodge. Included meals: Breakfast, Picnic, Dinner
Day 4	Day tour to Rio Tundó The tour starts on the shores of the Valle River, from where the canoes navigate to the Tundó River. The boat trip is very enjoyable, contemplating the rainforest landscapes on the riverbanks and the flora and fauna like: Kingfishers, toucans, parrots, butterflies and a great variety of orchids and bromeliads. The guide will provide information as the trip goes on. At the end of the tour, there is the option to swim in the crystal clear waters of the river. Night at the lodge. Included meals: Breakfast, Picnic, Dinner
Day 5	Departure – End of services According to the booked flight, the lodge will arrange a transfer to Bahia Solano’s airport. Included meals: Breakfast

– Be aware that the flights have limited spaces, therefore we advise booking well in advance to secure the places.

PRICING

COL-61 – To request prices, please click on the BOOK TRIP bottom on the right sidebar and fill the information.

INCLUDED

Local Spanish-speaking guide
Shared transfers In and Out from Airport to Lodge in Bahia Solano
Shared tours according to program and climatic conditions
Local taxes
Nights in shared double rooms in standard cabin at El Almejal Eco-Lodge
Included meals specified in the day to day itinerary

NOT INCLUDED

Domestic and international flights
Airport transfers
National Park entrance fee
English Speaking Guide (265 USd per Person en base of 2 persons travelling together)
Meals not mentioned in the program
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Other optional activities such as snorkeling, kayak, surf etc.
Personal expenses
Insurance
Tips
Everything not mentioned in the “Included” list

HOTEL

MAP

GALLERY

Tags: Colombia, Nature & Culture

Pacific Coast

Nuqui – Joviseña Lodge

COL-54 / 4-day Trip

Bahia Solano – El Almejal

COL-61 / 4-day Trip

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