Palomino is one of the most notable holiday destinations in the renowned Colombian Caribbean. Here, you will find pristine and paradisiacal virgin beaches, located in the south of Sierra Nevada in Santa Marta. This is a landscape that combines sea, mountains and rivers in one. Additionally, thanks to the three rivers that surround it, (Palomino, San Salvador and Don Diego) is an ideal place for practicing water and mountain sports.
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A sanctuary of wildlife and flora
Just 1 hour from the hotel, you can visit Los Flamencos Wildlife and Flora Sanctuary. Surrounded by stunning natural sunsets, this sanctuary is home to numerous bird species including white herons, seagulls and a large group of flamingos. Here, you can also explore the tropical forest and mangrove ecosystem. Nearby, you can visit several wetlands such as Ciénaga del Navío Quebrado, Ciénaga de Tocoromanes, Ciénaga de Manzanillo and Laguna Grande.
There are various eco-tours options that benefit both visitors and the indigenous communities that inhabit and protect the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta and natural reserves in La Guajira.
Live the adventure and extreme sports
One of the most popular activities is tubing, which involves using a tube to float down the Palomino River. After tubing, you can take a walk to see where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean. Here, you can witness the colors and rhythms created as freshwater merges with saltwater.
Between the sea and the river, you can also enjoy extreme sports. There are waterfalls and cliffs where you can safely go rappelling. Other popular sports on the beach include surfing and paddle surfing.