Day 1 – The Songs of the Jungle
We kick off our adventure by immersing ourselves in the cultural soul of Guapi. Today, we’ll connect with the traditions of the territory and enjoy a live marimba ensemble performed by master musicians of the Pacific.
11:00 a.m. – Check-in at the hotel (standard category).
12:30 p.m. – Lunch at Raíces de Tierra y Mar restaurant, where our traditional knowledge keepers reveal the secrets of Pacific flavors. This experience includes an ancestral Pacific beverage.
2:00 p.m. – We dive into the world of Afro and Indigenous crafts. We'll explore handmade items crafted from coconut shell and tetera palm fibers—hats, bags, fans, placemats, and more. A perfect time to shop for local treasures.
3:00 p.m. – We take a guided tour through the main square, connecting with Guapi’s history, traditions, festivals, spirituality, and local landmarks like the main wall, market square, La Pola Park, and the cathedral.
4:00 p.m. – At the Casa del Río, we immerse ourselves in a vibrant marimba experience filled with dance and traditional Pacific songs—recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
5:30 p.m. – “I Love Guapi” photo moment. We'll hear the story behind this community transformation and enjoy a stunning sunset view over the river.
7:30 p.m. – We end the day with a delicious Guapireño dinner.
Day 2 – Part 1: Joanico, Planting Knowledge
Today, we surrender to the wisdom of medicinal and culinary plants grown in rooftop gardens. We’ll also enjoy the beauty and bounty of the river with a canoe ride, fishing, and a refreshing swim.
7:00 a.m. – Departure to Joanico.
7:40 a.m. – Welcoming ceremony with medicinal plants ritual. We’ll tour the community and visit rooftop gardens. We’ll also help plant one, leaving it fully installed. Later, we’ll receive audiovisual material showing its harvest and traditional uses.
We board a “potrillo” (traditional canoe) with our local guides. Along the ride, they’ll share stories and sing river chants passed down through generations.
Herbal tea tasting made with rooftop plants.
Community lunch.
Day 2 – Part 2: Quiroga, The Spell of the Mangrove
Today, nature calls where the sea roars and the river flows calmly. We’ll learn and experience traditional clam gathering and artisanal fishing guided by local wisdom keepers.
We depart for La Bocana de Quiroga, Obregones Beach.
Experiential activities (based on tides):
Clam gathering: On the beach, our guides teach this traditional method and provide tools for hands-on participation.
Pianguar (mangrove shell gathering): We enter the mangrove forest to learn how to harvest piangua, a local mollusk, using ancestral techniques.
Artisanal fishing: Led by Don Teodoro, we cast nets into the sea and haul in the catch—fish, crab, shrimp, and more.
5:00 p.m. – Return.
7:30 p.m. – Guapireño dinner.
Note: The schedule for Day 2 may vary depending on tidal conditions. Activities may begin in Joanico or Quiroga accordingly.
Day 3 – Gorgona: A Whale Encounter
At sunrise, we continue our journey toward one of Colombia’s natural treasures: Gorgona Island. After about 1.5 hours at sea, we arrive at this lush tropical rainforest island, renowned for its biodiversity and scientific value.
7:00 a.m. – Departure to Gorgona National Natural Park.
9:00 a.m. – Registration and orientation talk.
9:30 a.m. – Hike to Playa Palmeras (rubber boots recommended). A 30-minute walk takes us to the beach, where we’ll relax, swim, sunbathe, and enjoy a special shrimp ceviche.
1:00 p.m. – Lunch.
2:30 p.m. – Island tour and whale watching expedition. From the lookout point, we’ll witness whales leaping, slapping their fins and tails—a breathtaking sight!
7:00 p.m. – Dinner.
Day 4 – Farewell and Final Moments
We close this beautiful journey with some last-minute shopping, a few final photos, and a smooth transfer to the airport.
Breakfast.
Visit to the local gallery.
Transfer to Guapi Airport.
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