Whale Watching in URAMBA Bahía Málaga 

A natural treasure of our Pacific coast.

Humpback whales come here from Patagonia to mate, give birth to their calves and feed them.

 We can interact with the communities that inhabit this beautiful corner of the planet. 

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Whale season in the P.N.N.

Planes todo incluido desde Cali.

Activities for all ages: kayaking, native canoeing, hiking along beaches and cliffs.

Seabird watching in Palma Island and whale watching in Negritos Reef.

Itineraries

-The schedule of the itinerary may vary according to weather conditions and / or vehicular flow on the way to the meeting point or vice versa, also influences the variation in flights between cities.

-It is important to take into account that the order of the itinerary may change according to the tides of the day in the Pacific Ocean. The area depends on high or low tides for navigations and hiking. It may be necessary to suspend or stop any activity during the trip if the tide does not allow the activity to be carried out safely. ANY CHANGES MADE ARE FOR SAFETY!

July 16 to 20

$450 USD

Day 1: Hike Barra beach and native canoe through estuaries and mangrove to the natural pool.

Day 2: Boat ride to La Sierpe waterfalls and seabird watching at Palma Island and whale watching at Negritos reef. This is the only tour that includes a visit to the Sierpe waterfalls.

Day 3: Boat ride to Chucheros beach (huge beach with 2 fresh water falls ideal for walking).

Day 4: Walk along the beach and cliffs of 12mt. Kayak to the estuary of the pantry.

Day 5: Breakfast and return to Cali at 1pm (lunch not included). This is the only departure we arrive in Cali at 1pm.

July 20 to 23

$450 USD

Day 1: Visit by kayak to 2 islands (Morro Chiquito and Morro del Medio).

Day 2: Boat trip, seabird watching at Palma Island and whale watching at Negritos Reef. Walk along the beach and 12mt. cliffs.

Day 3: Kayak to the Despensa estuary. Hike La Barra beach and native canoe through estuaries and mangrove to the natural pool.

Day 4: Free, 11:30 lunch and return to Cali at 7pm.

gust 05 to 07 - 19 to 21

$450 USD

Day 1: Hike Barra beach and native canoe through estuaries and mangroves to the natural pool.

Day 2: Boat trip, seabird watching at Palma Island and whale watching at Negritos Reef. Walk along the beach and 12mt. cliffs.

Day 3: Kayak to the Despensa estuary. return to be in Cali at 7pm.


SEPTEMBER

(Every weekend FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY)

$450 USD

Day 1: Hike Barra beach and native canoe through estuaries and mangroves to the natural pool.

Day 2: Boat trip, seabird watching at Palma Island and whale watching at Negritos Reef. Walk along the beach and 12mt. cliffs.

Day 3: Kayak to the Despensa estuary. return to be in Cali at 7pm.

October 7 to 10 (Recess week)

$450 USD

Day 1: Kayak to the Despensa estuary.

Day 2: Hike along the beach and 12mt. cliffs. Boat trip, seabird watching at Palma Island and whale watching at Negritos Reef.

Day 3: Hike Barra beach and native canoe through estuaries and mangrove to the natural pool.

Day 4: Visit by kayak to 2 islands (Morro Chiquito and Morro del Medio).


october 14 to 16

$450 USD

Day 1: Departure by boat, seabird watching in Palma Island and whale watching in Negritos Reef.

Day 2: Kayak to 3 islands (Morro Chiquito, Morro del Medio, Palma island). Free afternoon.

Day 3: Hike along the beach and 12mt. cliffs.

note

Single person would pay an additional $100.000 per night on the scheduled dates. 

We leave Cali on Fridays at 5am and return the last day at 7pm.

Note: Only on July 16 to 20 you return to Cali at 1pm.

includes

Seabird watching at Palma Island and whale watching at Negritos Reef.

Kayaking and hiking along beaches and cliffs.

Note: Some outings include native canoe rides through estuaries and mangrove swamps.

Full board, last day does not include dinner (fish and seafood but we can handle vegetarian or red meat with chicken with previous notice).

Private land transfer Cali, Buenaventura, Cali.

Maritime transfer Buenaventura, Juanchaco, Buenaventura (Use of the pier).

Permanent accompaniment and guides of the region.

Travel insurance.


Photos and videos of the program.

Note: Only on July 16 to 20 you return to Cali at 1pm (last day does not include lunch).

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Expenses not stipulated. 

Personal expenses. 

Meals on the road. 

Breakfast on the first day. 

Dinner on the third day. 

Drinks

Note: Only on July 16 to 20 you return to Cali at 1pm (last day does not include lunch).

ADDITIONAL services

GENERAL recommendations

It is important to understand that the food included in the plan is prepared by the people of the community and the menu is based on typical products of the region, avoiding the use of products from other regions. If you wish, you can ask for details of this menu and in case you need or want food that is not from the area, we ask for your understanding and suggest that you take it as part of your luggage.

Follow the recommendations of the guide, follow the schedules of the itineraries, during the trip forget about daily life and let yourself be impregnated by the natural beauty of the place, walk in silence and bring: 

-Change of clothes for traveling. 

-Change of clothes for walking (long pants, jogging suit, tennis shoes or walking boots). 

-Change of clothes for sleeping. 

-Personal toiletries. 

-Identity documents. 

-Personal medication. 

-Bathing suit. 

-Sandals.

-Waterproof jacket or poncho.

-Water bottle. 

-Helmet. 

-Blocker. 

-Repellent. 

-Flashlight and spare batteries. 

-Camera. 

-Everything stored in plastic bags. 

-Small towel. 

-No camouflaged elements. 

-Be vaccinated against yellow fever and tetanus. Present vaccination card. 

-Hands free backpack of 35 Lt for trekking.

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Booking and Payment Processes

Reserve at least 5 days in advance.

Contact us to start the Pre-Reservation process: reservas@colombiaoculta.org

Tell us if you need air tickets and the dates of your trip.

Once the Pre-Reservation is assigned choose the METHOD OF PAYMENT:


Option 1:

International bank transfer consignment:

Bancolombia. Savings account # 33600026475

SWIFT BIC: COLOCOBM

To the name of Colombia Oculta SAS NIT 900207968

Send via mail (reservas@colombiaoculta.org) the proof of payment with name, ID number or passport copy of the passengers and age.

Different banks around the world charge different fees for international transfers. On average it is 2.5%. When the money arrives in our bank account, we will show you our bank statement to verify the amount you paid. This will be the valid value applied to your reservation. 


Option 2:

Credit Card (To do this you must already have a pre-booking assigned).

VIRTUAL DATAPHONE.

Wompi Bancolombia. 6% additional.

Paypal with 6% additional

Payonner with 6% additional

If you are going to cancel your trip:

1. Cancellations must be made 5 days prior to the departure date and 90% of the reservation deposit will be refunded, apart from any deductions or penalties previously established by the suppliers, when the services are not used. This refund will be made within 30 calendar days from the date the claim is made. If the cancellation is not made 5 days in advance, the money will not be refunded. 

2. If the client does not show up for the trip, no refund will be made.

3. In the event that the user of the tourist services, fails to use the agreed services, whatever the cause, the Agency may require at its option the payment of 20% of the total price or rate established or retain the deposit or advance previously received from the user.

4. In fortuitous cases (climatic changes, natural disasters, landslides, mishaps in air, land or river transportation) in which the trip has to be cancelled, Colombia Oculta will return 90% of the deposit of the reservation. 

See Terms and Conditions of Colombia Oculta SAS.

Why Colombia Oculta? 

Because we are conscious beings. We like to support native communities and we believe that tourism is one of the healthiest ways to grow the fair and solidary economy of the country. Because we weave relationships with indigenous communities and we like that the guides and people who collaborate with us are local and indigenous. But also whites, blacks, mestizos and people of all races. In the end we are all children of Mother Earth. Thank you for choosing us ;