Bahía Solano and Nuquí
In the vicinity of each of the towns such as Bahía Solano and Nuquí you will find natural reserves, hotels with basic or moderate accommodations, all of them preserving nature, where you will find personalized attention to enjoy the sea of the Colombian Pacific in a humid jungle.
Beaches that connect to a exotic nature rich in endemic flora and fauna, to find waterfalls or streams, diving in the coral reefs, sport and artisanal fishing, will be some of the beautiful experiences you can live in this magical wild destination for some, dreamed for others.
To arrive to Bahía Solano or Nuqui you can travel by a national airline that flies from Bogotá or Medellín, there are also programs with charter flights for high season. Between Bahía Solano and Nuqui you can travel by boat.
Bahía Solano: One of the most visited destinations in Colombia by ecologists and tourists who enjoy nature. You will find the tropical rainforest that you will feel it to the skin, because the heat and the rains of the region, generate the need to go into the Pacific Ocean. The culture of the black race is very marked by its gastronomy, customs, language, as well as indigenous cultures such as the Embera Katios who have inhabited the area for centuries, their religion focuses on shamanism, women stand out for their generational and caring weaving techniques, they use accessories such as bracelets, necklaces, earrings with a special meaning.
Nuquí: It is located 185 km from the capital of the department of Chocó, Quibdó. It is a paradisiacal destination focused on the development of ecotourism. To arrive to Nuqui you will need to take a flight from the city of Medellin to arrive at the small airport Reyes Murillo. It is one of the most striking destinations for whale watching in the seasons from June to November, you can perform activities such as interpretive trails, mangrove diversity to learn about the flora and fauna of the region.
Utria National Park: It is a special place known as the Utria Cove, there are a series of mountainous spurs of tropical rainforest, so the warm and calm waters are the special destination for the special visit of migratory species such as sea turtles, birds, whales and fish spawning. And the best name the park can carry is the Sala cuna de las ballenas yubartas.
The waterfalls of Love: Thermal bath located in a limestone rock that has medicinal properties, surfing, kayaking and diving.
You will be able to have a visit combining exuberant nature for whale watching, hiking, bird watching and share with the native cultures of the area such as the black and indigenous.
The best is its gastronomy thanks to the women who have special gifts to delight visitors with Chocoan seafood. The catch of the day in the morning will be what you can enjoy at your table for lunch in their different preparations with the species of the Colombian Pacific.
- To arrive you will have to take a flight from Bogotá or Medellín - Bahía Solano or Nuqui on a national airline or charter flight.
- The average temperature is 27°C to 30°C throughout the year, humid.
- Vaccination against yellow fever and tetanus (not mandatory).
- Wear cotton clothing, long-sleeved waterproof shirts, flashlight, protective hat, insect repellent.
- Do not carry elements that generate contamination.
- Bring personal medications if you are undergoing medical treatment.
- Wear a poncho type plastic cape.
- It is advisable to carry a large backpack for all the luggage and not wheeled suitcases for the trips to the destination and the region, and a small backpack for the outings.
- It is very important to keep in mind that this is a trip to tropical beaches; it is a program of experiences to share with the communities, eat local food and sleep in basic conditions in cabins offered by the hotels in the area, so it is warned and clarified that there are no conditions for luxury services.