Cali, Valle del Cauca

Day 1: Welcome and Cultural Connection with Guapi

Explore Guapi’s cultural richness with activities that include a historical tour, traditional crafts workshops, and an introduction to viche, the ancestral Pacific drink made for healing. End the day with a typical dinner.

• 11:00 am - Check-in at the hotel: Reception with a refreshing Pacific drink.
• 12:30 pm - Typical lunch: Enjoy traditional dishes prepared by local experts, accompanied by an ancestral drink. Discover the secrets of the seasoning and culinary culture of the Pacific.
• 2:00 pm - Afro and Indigenous Crafts Workshop: Explore crafts made from coconut shells and straw, such as hats, bags, and fans. Learn about the traditions behind these products and acquire unique souvenirs.
• 3:00 pm - Historical tour of Guapi: Connect with the local history and culture by visiting the main square and the "I Love Guapi" park. Learn about the customs, festivals and spirituality of the Guapireños.
• 4:30 pm - Viche Experience: Participate in a tasting of this traditional drink, learning about its cultural and medicinal significance.
• 7:30 pm - Guapireña dinner: Enjoy a dinner with authentic Pacific flavors.

Day 2: Whale Encounters in Gorgona

Immerse yourself in the magic of Gorgona National Natural Park. Watch humpback whales from the beach and the viewing platform, listen to their melodies and enjoy the marine biodiversity while snorkeling at Playa Yundigua. Return to Guapi with a memory full of unforgettable images.

• 7:00 am - Departure to Gorgona National Park: Sailing towards the island, enjoying the seascape and serenity of the surroundings.
• Visit Yundigua Beach: Relax and discover the underwater beauty by snorkeling. Listen to the whales' melodies while enjoying the marine environment.
• 12:30 pm - Typical lunch in Gorgona.
• Whale Encounters: From the island's viewing platform, watch their jumps and movements in a respectful and non-invasive space. Connect with these majestic cetaceans in a casual and harmonious way.
• 3:00 pm - Return to Guapi: Enjoy the return trip and the sunset.
• 7:00 pm - Dinner.

Day 3: Visit to the Joanico and Quiroga communities, an immersion between the Sea and the River

Connect with local communities through authentic experiences such as rooftop planting, making sweets, and artisanal fishing in mangroves or at sea. Experience the hospitality and ancestral knowledge that defines life in the Pacific.

• 8:00 am - Visit to the Joanico community: Participate in the planting of plants on rooftops, an ancestral method of cultivation. Learn to prepare cocadas with the local cooks and walk along the Guapi River enjoying the landscape and snoring the paddle.
• 12:30 pm - Traditional lunch.
• 2:00 pm - Experience in the Quiroga community:
• Option 1: Collecting piangua and clams in the mangrove, alongside the female guardians who protect this valuable ecosystem.
• Option 2: Participate in a traditional fishing activity at sea, learning the ancestral techniques of local fishermen.
• 4:30 pm - Return to Guapi and free time.
• 7:30 pm - Guapireña Night Dinner: Celebrate the last night amidst songs, knowledge and flavors of the Pacific with a special dinner, accompanied by live traditional music.

Day 4: Farewell with Tradition

Start the day with a typical breakfast, followed by check-out at the hotel. Before leaving, visit a final display of local crafts, where you can purchase unique souvenirs that capture the essence of Guapi. Transfer to the airport or river port for your return.

Commitment to Sustainability

• Respect for marine fauna: Whale encounters are carried out in a non-invasive manner, encouraging observation from the viewing point and beaches without disturbing their habitat.
• Supporting the local economy: All activities and services are provided by community members, ensuring that economic benefits remain in the region.
• Environmental Conservation: Environmental education and sustainable practices are promoted in all activities, including responsible harvesting in mangroves and artisanal fishing.

Cultural preservation: The transmission of ancestral knowledge, such as the production of crafts, traditional music and local cuisine, is valued and promoted.

Differentiating Encounters with Guapi-Gorgona Whales

• Non-invasive whale encounters: Unlike boat-based whale watching practices common in other places, observations are promoted here from the coast and viewing points, minimising the impact on the cetaceans. On the other hand, the possibility of listening to whale songs from the coast or during snorkelling without specialised equipment represents a significant differential value.
• Deep integration with local communities: Active participation in daily activities such as planting on rooftops, preparing cocadas and harvesting in mangroves, offering authentic cultural immersion.
• Exclusive access to Gorgona National Natural Park: Gorgona Island, with its unique history as a former prison and its exceptional biodiversity, combines nature and culture in an environment that is unparalleled in other Pacific destinations.
• Focus on sustainability: The plan incorporates practices that guarantee respect for nature and promote the socioeconomic development of local communities, standing out as a model of responsible tourism.
• Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity: Traditional songs, lullabies and marimba music from the South Pacific are part of the experience, integrating cultural expressions that enrich the trip.
• Viche as a unique element: In addition to being an ancestral drink, viche is presented as an experience of cultural and spiritual connection, a differential aspect compared to other destinations.