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Capurganá
Colombia - Choco
Colombia - Choco
Capurganá is a hidden paradise in the Gulf of Urabá, in the Colombian Chocó. A car-free village with sandy streets and turquoise water, where the Darién rainforest meets the Caribbean Sea. The ideal place to dive, snorkel, walk to pristine beaches and completely disconnect from the noise of the city.
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Discover the best attractions in this destination
The main beach of the village: golden sand, calm water and a sheltered bay where the boats and sailboats arriving from Turbo gently sway.
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Stony beach with a reef and crystal-clear water, the best spot in the village for snorkelling and diving among colourful fish and corals.
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Freshwater pool formed by the El Aguacate stream, surrounded by rainforest and reached on foot among fruit trees and palms.
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Rainforest trail that ends at a crystal-clear waterfall with a perfect pool for swimming and listening to the sounds of the jungle.
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A 40-minute walk along a rainforest trail leads to Sapzurro, the neighbouring Panamanian village, and to Cape Tiburón, where the border between Colombia and Panama meets the Caribbean Sea.
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Tropical rainforest reserve on the outskirts of the village, with interpretive trails, waterfalls and freshwater pools ideal for swimming; home to Darién birds, monkeys and frogs.
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Wood-and-thatch seafront accommodation with a terrace over the beach and a family atmosphere; a good place to rest after days of jungle and sea.
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💰 Estimated price: $8-18
📍 View on Google Maps →💰 Estimated price: $15-30
📍 View on Google Maps →💰 Estimated price: $10-22
📍 View on Google Maps →📍 Places they visit: La Coquerita, Cape Tiburón, Urabá Gulf reefs
🕐 Horario: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📞 Phone: +57 316 777 8899
📍 Places they visit: Capurganá Beach, Sapzurro, Border with Panama
🕐 Horario: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📞 Phone: +57 317 888 9900
📍 Places they visit: El Cielo Waterfall, El Aguacate Hill, Capurganá River
🕐 Horario: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📞 Phone: +57 318 999 0011
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Essential items we recommend packing for Capurganá
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A powerful, compact pocket flashlight, ideal for night outings or hikes in the Colombian Amazon rainforest.
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High-protection sunscreen, ideal for the strong Caribbean sun and eco-walks in Colombia.
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