Gotsezhy Indigenous Refuge Trip
Description
At 7 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel and hop into our jeep for a trip to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Let's go!
We'll drive to the San Martín trail to start hiking to the Gotsezhy Refuge. Before we start our hike, we'll have a snack in the rural community of San Martín and then set off. On the way, we'll admire the region's lush scenery.
After an hour's drive, we'll get to the Gotsezhy village at around 10 am. When we get there, we'll start learning about the culture of the Wiwa Indigenous community, their environmentally sustainable customs and how they weave their textiles.
Next, we'll head to a sacred place for the community. At 12 noon, we'll have a meeting with the Mamo, who holds the highest authority in the village.
Feeling peckish yet? At 12:30 pm, we'll have a lunch prepared by the Wiwa, which consists of soup, a main course, juice and fruit. After trying their traditional dishes, we'll walk for 20 minutes to the El Encanto natural pool. You'll be able to take a refreshing dip in this place, which is believed to possess purifying properties.
Having spent an unforgettable day at the Gotsezhy Indigenous Refuge, we'll hop back into our vehicle at 3 pm and return to Santa Marta.
2-Day Trip
If you're after even more fun, you can choose our 2-day trip to the Gotsezhy Indigenous Refuge. On the first day, you'll do the same activities as in the itinerary described above, but you'll have 2 more hours of free time at the El Encanto natural pool.
At 5 pm, we'll return to the Gotsezhy Refuge to have dinner. While we dine, we'll watch some incredible traditional dances.
Good morning! On our second day, you'll have a snack and visit the village to see an exhibition of traditional handicrafts. We'll have a typical lunch at 12 noon and then at 2 pm we'll follow the trail back to Guachaca, where our transport will be waiting to take us back to Santa Marta.
We'll drop you off at your hotel at around 5 pm. See you next time!
Accommodation
The 2-day trip includes 1 night's accommodation at a cabin in the village.
More Information
Duration
1 - 2d.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and other languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by jeep
English–speaking guide
Meals
Accommodation in a cabin (depending on selection)
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Ecosierra Perdida Tours
Corporate name: ECOSIERRA PERDIDA TOURS SAS
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
