Juanchaco
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epifusa
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Oct 2024 • Couples
They have no solid garbage disposal, there is garbage everywhere and the fundamental value of the trip is lost! They should ask tourists not to carry anything in plastics or to return with their trash to where there is recycling or at least collection. Hopefully the government of Buenaventura cares more about improving this garbage situation and improving the conditions of the locals, loses all interest in returning to a neglected place.
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Written 9 October 2024
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rapha_y_nici
Zurich, Switzerland5,919 contributions
Sept 2017 • Couples
After a few weeks in Colombia we were thinking about visiting the Pacific coast and were a bit sceptical. For us Buenaventura and surroundings was the only option because we didn't want to take a plane.
In the end we were very happy and thankful to have taken the decision to go to this region! It's an easy approx 3hour ride in a convenient minibus (15seats) from Cali. Then a few minutes walk from the terminal to the harbor where you can find a boat to Juanchaco (1h speedboat ride). The roundtrip ticket costs 60'000cop pp and is valid for a few days, so no need to fix your return date in advance.. just enjoy it flexible!
Once arrived to Juanchaco we could find ourselves definitely in another part of Colombia. Just great! When we left the boat the nice guy Jimmy asked us if we need accommodation and we gave it a try and went with him. He brought us to laid-back Ladrilleros (30min walk or 5min mototaxi from Juanchaco) to the nice 'Hotel Cooperativa' with nice seaview. Convenient doubleroom with fan and ensuite bathroom for 30'000 pp. Good value for money such a nice place (travelstyle: backpacker on a budget).
Furthermore, the beach you can reach from there is just great and not crowded. But Ladrilleros beach is flooded in the morning due to the tide but it's beautiful in the afternoon and for the sunset! You can also walk from/to La Barra in 45mins on the beach or take a mototaxi (15-20'000cop pp). Basic backpacker area in a rough environment which seems to belong already to the wild department Chocó. There is basic accommodation and eating option available, worth a beachwalk.
Furthermore, you can do great value for money whale watching starting from Juanchaco pier (we could arrange it as well with Jimmy, small boat, not too many people, just perfect)! The price is 25-30'000cop pp depends on group size and is definitely worth it. Did it on two different days and saw a lot! They try to sell the whaletour already in B/ventura at the harbour, but it was cheaper to arrange it upon arrival in Juanchaco. Definitely recommended and also to support the lovely people overthere. Additionally, our great host Jimmy offered a tour through the Mangroves which was great as well. For 25'000cop pp he brought us with a canoe like boat to the a hidden natural swimming pool which was very nice. He is such a great guy, would recommend to ask for him once you arrive in Juanchaco. I assume he will be on the pier anyway when a boat arrives from Bventura.
Overall, we are very happy to have had the possibilty to see this (rough and impressive) environment which is off the common touristic path. People are lovely and accommodating and we thought it is definitely not expensive for what you get, especially whale watching. Felt safe all the time and met great locals and travellers.
Would definitely recommend to get there for at least one night.
Bring sunscreen, light close (hot & humid), swim suit for sure but as well rain protection if it rains hardly, at least for electronic equipment!
There are only a little accommodations right now which you can find on booking but there are more options available when you arrive there, I think for every type of travel.
Just Go, definitely a special area and a great destination for individual tourism!
In the end we were very happy and thankful to have taken the decision to go to this region! It's an easy approx 3hour ride in a convenient minibus (15seats) from Cali. Then a few minutes walk from the terminal to the harbor where you can find a boat to Juanchaco (1h speedboat ride). The roundtrip ticket costs 60'000cop pp and is valid for a few days, so no need to fix your return date in advance.. just enjoy it flexible!
Once arrived to Juanchaco we could find ourselves definitely in another part of Colombia. Just great! When we left the boat the nice guy Jimmy asked us if we need accommodation and we gave it a try and went with him. He brought us to laid-back Ladrilleros (30min walk or 5min mototaxi from Juanchaco) to the nice 'Hotel Cooperativa' with nice seaview. Convenient doubleroom with fan and ensuite bathroom for 30'000 pp. Good value for money such a nice place (travelstyle: backpacker on a budget).
Furthermore, the beach you can reach from there is just great and not crowded. But Ladrilleros beach is flooded in the morning due to the tide but it's beautiful in the afternoon and for the sunset! You can also walk from/to La Barra in 45mins on the beach or take a mototaxi (15-20'000cop pp). Basic backpacker area in a rough environment which seems to belong already to the wild department Chocó. There is basic accommodation and eating option available, worth a beachwalk.
Furthermore, you can do great value for money whale watching starting from Juanchaco pier (we could arrange it as well with Jimmy, small boat, not too many people, just perfect)! The price is 25-30'000cop pp depends on group size and is definitely worth it. Did it on two different days and saw a lot! They try to sell the whaletour already in B/ventura at the harbour, but it was cheaper to arrange it upon arrival in Juanchaco. Definitely recommended and also to support the lovely people overthere. Additionally, our great host Jimmy offered a tour through the Mangroves which was great as well. For 25'000cop pp he brought us with a canoe like boat to the a hidden natural swimming pool which was very nice. He is such a great guy, would recommend to ask for him once you arrive in Juanchaco. I assume he will be on the pier anyway when a boat arrives from Bventura.
Overall, we are very happy to have had the possibilty to see this (rough and impressive) environment which is off the common touristic path. People are lovely and accommodating and we thought it is definitely not expensive for what you get, especially whale watching. Felt safe all the time and met great locals and travellers.
Would definitely recommend to get there for at least one night.
Bring sunscreen, light close (hot & humid), swim suit for sure but as well rain protection if it rains hardly, at least for electronic equipment!
There are only a little accommodations right now which you can find on booking but there are more options available when you arrive there, I think for every type of travel.
Just Go, definitely a special area and a great destination for individual tourism!
Written 10 September 2017
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LuisK Mogollón
Manizales, Colombia492 contributions
Sept 2018 • Family
A unique experience, the cliffs bathed by the ocean make the landscape unforgettable. You definitely have to visit it. Remember it is a modest place to enjoy adventures.
Written 26 September 2018
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turps66
Buga, Colombia204 contributions
Sept 2019
After whale watching we were glad to hit dry land after over two hours on a fast boat. The area we docked on was not very pleasant but we stayed positive and walked to the left. We soon left the town behind and found an open Sandy beach (dark colour not golden) which was almost deserted on a Sunday! We walked further and it just got better with interesting rock formations and caves to explore, hundreds of crabs on the rockface. We would have stayed longer and swam but we had booked lunch further along the coast at Lladrilleros where we were told the beach was better. The water for swimming was better at Lladrilleros but we preferred the quieter beach at Juanchaco.
Written 6 September 2019
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Santiago
Cali, Colombia3,091 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Although the environment in general is beautiful, there is no culture regarding the care of the beaches (a lot of garbage) and the logistics for transportation are terrible, a lot of disorder both to arrive and to leave at the tourist pier.
Written 11 August 2023
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What is the best way to get from Medellin to JuanChaco? Airline, bus, help!?
Written 28 June 2022
Hola, qué tal es la seguridad en Buenaventura? Hay alguna recomendación para tener en cuenta? Viajaré de Cali a Buenaventura, Juanchacho
Written 15 January 2021
Angie M
Cali, Colombia
Hola, el avistamiento de ballenas parte desde Ladrilleros?
Written 12 August 2019
Si lo puede llevar a Pianguita viaja al empresa Asturias y a Juanchaco Bahía Mar
Written 28 August 2019
Quiero ir con mi perrito a conocer el Pacífico, ir a pianguita y juanchaco hacer el avistamiento de ballenas pero no se si pueda sin problemas transportarlo en las las lanchas.. . Agradezco sus respuestas
Written 23 July 2019
No debe haber problema he visto que muchos llegan con sus mascotas.
La lancha más grande y segura es Bahía Mar
Written 28 August 2019
hola, yo llevo mi perro y claro que puede llevar el suyo, si vas este año ahora tengo una lancha muy cómoda para el avistamiento, capacidad 16 personas,acuérdate que a partir de julio empiezan a llegar hasta octubre.
si te interesa te puedo conseguir todo, transporte hotel restaurante, paseos a otros sitios kayak etc.
Written 23 April 2019
hola, me gustaría saber mas sobre si hay sitios de hospedaje y costos.
gracias
Written 13 January 2019
Quiero ir a juancho ladrilleros y tengo una duda puedo llevar a mi perro? Y si se ñiede opedarse con mi perrito también
Written 11 July 2021
Cordial saludo Laura, pudieras darnos un aproximado de los costos del viaje. Cómo llegaste?. Gracias
Written 23 July 2018
Buenaventura, yo viajo por Trasjuanchaco o bahía mar Costo 70.000, hoteles hay en Juanchaco y también en ladrilleros costos desde 30000 la noche
Written 16 January 2019
Fabian Giron
Tulua, Colombia
Buenas noches, me gustaría saber que cuesta la noche para tres personas, mi esposa mi niña de 3 años y yo, con la alimentación, muchas gracias quedo atento
Written 15 June 2018
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