Riohacha
The capital of La Guajira and the gateway to Cabo de la Vela and upper La Guajira, with a seaside promenade and wooden pier, where Wayuu women sell colorful woven bags along the street.
Riohacha is the gateway to Cabo de la Vela and upper La Guajira. It has an airport with flights to Bogotá, and buses run to Santa Marta. The city is small, and the most worthwhile stops are the Malecón seaside promenade and the wooden pier stretching into the sea, where you can watch the sunset over the water in the evening. Along the promenade, Wayuu women set up stalls selling handmade bags at prices lower than in tourist areas. Most off-road tours depart from here, so you can book your itinerary and withdraw cash in town.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Los Flamencos Fauna and Flora Sanctuary
- Salinas de Manaure
- Uribia
- El Faro (Cabo de la Vela Lighthouse)
- Ojo de Agua Beach
- Cabo de la Vela Village & Kitesurf Bay
- Pilón de Azúcar & Playa del Pilón
- Bahía Portete