Let's celebrate with Silvi & Raul, an adventure in the Sierra Nevada
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We will visit the Kogui indigenous community of Tungueka. To get there we will walk two hours. This is a settlement of more than 100 Kogi families. Here we can learn more about their customs and traditions. Afterwards we will enjoy a bath in a beautiful well very close to the settlement.
We will return for lunch in Río Ancho. And then we will travel to the Don Diego River for a relaxing tubing trip along this beautiful river to the mouth of the sea. With luck, you will be able to observe howler monkeys and various birds, in the estuary you will be entranced by the meeting of the Don Diego River with the sea in a wonderful landscape.
We will take a 1-hour trip to Río Ancho where we will take a walk to the Kogui community of Tungueka. We will visit the community to learn about its traditional buildings, geographical organization, and some of its traditions.
To finish the tour you will descend the Don Diego River in tubing or float where you can have contact with nature and be dazzled by the silence and tranquility of the landscapes.
We will return to the hotel around 5:30 p.m.
Tungueka indigenous community
A Kogi settlement, which maintains its customs and traditions and opens its doors to teach us about its culture.
Don Diego River
A natural reserve area, ideal for appreciating the beauty of tropical nature.
🌴☀🕶 Travel equipment: Sunscreen. Insect repellent. Sunglasses. Canteen, thermos or camelback. Towel. Small backpack for personal things.
🥾Travel clothing: It is important to wear comfortable and fresh clothing, it can be quick-drying synthetic clothing. Tennis or closed shoes for hiking. You can also bring some additional sandals. Swimsuit. Hat or Cap. Scarf, buff or sarong to protect you from the sun.
🤓 Special recommendations: It is very important to be well protected from the sun and constantly hydrated during the trip. Bring your camera and binoculars to facilitate the observation of fauna and flora.
In these places it is advisable to have the Yellow Fever vaccine. If you take specific medications, take them with you. It never hurts to carry a personal first aid kit.
It is important to carry some identification document.