Acandí Leatherback Turtle Beaches
Santuario de Fauna Acandí, Playón y Playona
One of the most important leatherback turtle nesting sites on Colombia's Caribbean coast. During nesting season, you can join a night-time turtle watch led by a conservation guide.
The beaches near Acandí town are part of the Santuario de Fauna Acandí, Playón y Playona wildlife sanctuary. From March to July each year, leatherback turtles come ashore at night to lay their eggs. Community conservation groups lead visitors on night watches and explain what they see. Visitors must stay quiet and must not shine white lights at the turtles. Acandí is the municipal center of the region and is about 40 minutes by boat from Capurganá. Because the area is remote and access is seasonal, arrange a local guide in advance.
Opening hours
Night observation during spawning season (reservation required)
Nearby sights
- Playa Soledad
- El Aguacate Bay
- El Cielo Waterfall Trail
- Capurganá Village & Beach
- Capurganá Diving & Snorkeling
- La Coquerita Natural Pools
- Sapzurro
- La Miel Beach (Panama)