Season: The best time to visit this area is during the dry season, which runs from December to April. During this time, the weather is warmer and sunnier, and there is less rain. If the objective is to go whale watching, it is ideal to travel between July and mid-October. The months of July and August, as well as the end and beginning of the year season (December 20 to January 15), Easter and all the festive long weekends of the year, there is a large influx of visitors and tourists in the area, if you want to avoid tourism massively it is suggested to travel on other dates.

Accommodation: It will be useful to bring a beach or microfiber towel. In the rooms, there is a power supply, which allows devices such as phones or cameras to be charged without any problem. In the accommodation and in the area the only mobile signal that works is Claro. The Ecolodge is a set of 10 independent cabins, 2 special rooms with views of the Nature Reserve and the ocean. The privileged surroundings provide a relaxing atmosphere that encourages contact with nature and the enjoyment of different adventures away from crowds and mass tourism.

Food: The menu of dishes in this area of the country is mainly based on sea fish or chicken, accompanied by rice, some soups and banana. The drink that accompanies lunch and dinner is usually lemonade, fruit juice or water. Vegetarian and vegan menus can be handled with local products.

Transportation: The tours are carried out on shared boats, motorized boats authorized by the maritime authority, a life jacket is worn throughout the trip. It is recommended to be located in the rear and central part of the boat, to avoid strong impacts of the boat with the waves and to avoid getting wet. You should not put your hands out to touch the waves or put your hands on the edges of the boat to avoid accidents. It is NOT recommended to take the flights that go from Medellín to Bahía Solano at 6:00 am and return from Bahía Solano to Medellín at 7:30 am since due to boat operations it is not possible to operate at that time. If the tickets are taken at 6:00 am, travelers will have to wait until noon for the host to pick them up and take them to the hotel and return for the 7:30 am flight. They would have to leave the day before the end of the experience and spend the night in Bahía Solano on their own to get to the airport on time.

Activities : The main activity is whale watching, which offers you an exciting experience to observe these majestic marine creatures in their natural habitat. During the breeding season, which runs from July to October in the Colombian Pacific, humpback whales migrate to these warm waters to mate and give birth to their calves. You can enjoy the view of these enormous mammals from the boats, while they emerge from the water, throw water or perform impressive acrobatic jumps. In addition to humpback whales, it is also possible to spot other species of whales and dolphins, promoting awareness of marine conservation.

Sustainability: The Colombian Pacific is a fragile and vulnerable territory. It is important to be a responsible traveler and contribute to its conservation. Avoid generating or throwing garbage, take it back home. Make responsible use of natural resources (drinking water, electricity), which are scarce in the area. Respect wildlife and ecosystems. Purchasing crafts is a way to support local communities. Respect the culture and traditions of the community. Avoid taking photographs of people without their permission.

Additional pickups or transfers during the tour: If you need help with reserving your air or land tickets, we can help you manage them.
Other travel tips: This entire area is located in the tropics and has endemic diseases such as malaria and yellow fever. It is recommended to be vaccinated even though no authority will request a vaccination card. Carry electronic devices in waterproof protectors, rain may occur during the tours.
Traveling with children: Children under 1 year old pay a differential rate to cover sea transfers, dock tax and travel insurance. Other services are shared with their parents, otherwise there is an additional cost at the hotel. Although it is allowed to take infants, it is not really a recommended trip for minors of these ages, given the activities and maritime travel times. From 2 to 10 years old, children pay a different rate to that of adults. From 11 years old onwards, all services are at an adult rate. These differential rates are shown at the time of booking.
Traveling with pets: Unfortunately, we cannot accept pets in our Ecolodge.

We hope these recommendations help you prepare your trip to Bahía Solano. Have an unforgettable trip!

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