Colombia La Guajira Cabo de La Vela
A coastal desert hamlet in Colombia's northern peninsula, known for its kitesurfing, indigenous Wayuu culture, and striking arid landscapes.
Tips from the community
Ecotourism and water sports are two enticing reasons to make your way up to
Cabo de la Vela. If you’re a fan of open roads, the middle of nowhere, and sand in new places, add this one to the list. The
Guajira Desert surrounds this small town, contrasting against the blue hues of the Caribbean shores. There aren’t many roads, traffic, or businesses and that’s just what makes the area so special. Spend your time kitesurfing, hiking in the desert, or learning about the indigenous
Wayuu culture in the region.
sarahlempa
2 years ago
Of all the places on this Colombia itinerary,
Cabo De La Vela is the one to go to if you want to find yourself saying
damn, I’m really out here. The desert flirts with the Caribbean Sea in this small town creating quite a unique contrast. You can just about count the number of roads on one hand, all of which are rustically unpaved. There’s plenty to do in Cabo: world-famous Colombia
kitesurfing, hikes in the
Guajira Desert, and lazy beach days at local Playa Del Pilon, which are a few area favorites.
sarahlempa
4 years ago
Cabo de La Vela Articles
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With mountains, deserts, jungles, and beaches, Colombia takes the cake for landscape diversity. The craziest thing is that you can find all of these geographical features right along the Caribbean coast, along with an impeccable amount of heart, soul, and delicious street food that will mysteriously nab most of your spare pesos. The landscape itself […]
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Swaying in a colorful hammock to nature’s tune of a gentle Caribbean breeze is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Colombian treasures. Amazonian greenery, misty mountains, and arid deserts give this country (nearly) all of South America’s land diversity right within its borders. Before my fist visit, fellow travelers emphatically shared […]