Satey Kogui Village 4 Days

Departure from Santa Marta by 4×4 towards the coffee village of Palmor. We take advantage of a stop in the village to have a small snack and to get a feel for the local atmosphere, and discover the central square and its surroundings. Then we head to the surroundings of Finca de Don Fidel, with the possible obligation to do the last stretch on foot. After having regained our strength, we enjoy a moment of sharing with our host and his family around a typical lunch. In the afternoon, a walk towards Cherua to visit a finca specialized in the culture of the Lulo. On the way, we make many stops to enjoy an extraordinary view of the Kogui village of Cherua, as well as a lush valley.

A 6 hour walk to the village of Gungulaja where we have the privilege to share a unique moment with the Kogui people. We observe on the way more and more breathtaking landscapes preserved from human presence, shaped by the local farmers and their banana, cassava and coffee crops. We arrive at the end of the morning in the valley of Navashijue where the beautiful village of Gungulaja is located. Local meal. In the early afternoon visit of the village and its surroundings. Meeting with the Mamo, spiritual leader of the village, then we enjoy a bath in the river before returning to the village. We will have dinner and spend a unique night in our hut built with materials that the koguis find nearby.

Ecological walk following the stream of the river. We pass by the site where the old village of Gungulaja was located, we can observe traditional plantations and some wax palms. Be careful on the road because it is possible to find footprints of the Jaguar, sacred animal of the region. Back to the village to discover a little more of the life of the Koguis, to observe their way of life and exchange with them. We discover the secrets of the preparation of the Fique, natural fiber used for the manufacture of Mochilas. After having observed, if it is discovered, an absolutely magnificent sky, free of any light pollution, dinner and second night in our hut.

After a frugal breakfast, departure and return walk (6h) to the finca of Don Fidel where the 4×4 awaits us. Stopover in Palmor for lunch and departure to the city of Santa Marta for further adventures!