HIDDEN GEMS OF COLOMBIA IN THE PACIFIC COAST
Hidden Gems of Colombia: Explore off-the-beaten-path destinations that are less known but equally captivating, such as the remote Chocó Pacific Region with its pristine beaches and biodiversity, Bahia Solano,
An Enchantment Called Nuquí
Guachalito, Coquí, Joví, Termales, and Morromico are the names of some of the charming beaches and hamlets that make up a paradise called Nuquí, a municipality in the department of Chocó on the shores of the Pacific. Here, the sea and the jungle merge to create one of the most spectacular settings of Colombia’s enchanting nature.
Nature transformed into a captivating paradise
Nuquí, Colombia, is ideal for those who love nature and the tranquility that its sounds exude. It is a destination with a fascinating wealth of water, flora, and unparalleled fauna, where you can find the essence of life. Here, there are no disturbing noises or the complications that modern life sometimes brings. Instead, you’ll find the perfect atmosphere to feel like you’re in a movie vacation, where you can rest, dream, and create.Nuquí is just one of the many beaches in Chocó, where you can witness indescribable spectacles such as the arrival of majestic humpback whales, which occurs from July to November. You can also experience the abundant wildlife hidden within the lush vegetation of the tropical rainforest and in the depths of a sea teeming with plant and animal species.
Utría Cove is one of the best beaches in the Colombian Pacific, considered the special jewel of Chocó due to its black sands, mangroves, ecological trails, kayaking spots, and crystal-clear waters for snorkeling and observing humpback whales.These cetaceans have their particular “birthing room” there, as it is where they give birth to their calves after traveling more than 8,000 kilometers.If the environmental conditions are favorable, you may see the waters illuminated by the bioluminescence of plankton, which, upon contact with oxygen, colors the waters in white and blue.