Season: The best time to visit Guajira is during the dry season, which runs from December to March. At this time, temperatures are cooler and rains are less frequent. The months from September to November, as well as the month of May, are usually rainy, and there may be access restrictions to some areas.
Food: The menu of dishes in this area of the country is not so extensive given the conditions of isolation of the place, proteins such as sea fish, chicken and goat are generally used accompanied by rice and green plantains. The drink that accompanies lunch and dinner is usually a soda or water. Restaurants usually sell beer and other drinks at an additional cost to the package. Vegetarian and vegan menus are scarce but can be organized according to availability of ingredients (generally many grains). These types of menus must be requested when confirming the reservation. In some restaurants there is the option of dishes with additional cost such as lobster or seafood, the consumption of these is under the traveler's responsibility, avoid consuming endangered species.
Transportation: The tours are carried out in 4x4 vehicles adapted to the terrain conditions, generally with air conditioning, and with capacity for up to 6 people. As it is a shared trip, you rotate positions in the vehicle during the journey. The route ranges from 1 hour from Riohacha to Camarones.
Activities: Keep in mind that Flamingos are migratory birds, therefore, their populations can change in size throughout the year. The host does not guarantee the successful sighting of birds during the activity, especially in times of drought. There is a greater probability of sighting between the months of November to March. An additional value of $25,000 COP for a round trip transfer must be paid to get to the lagoon where the flamingos are found (Please note that this depends on climatic factors, this value may increase or decrease and must be paid at the destination).
Sustainability: Alta Guajira 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 (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 Wayúu community. Avoid taking photographs of people without their permission.
Additional pickups or transfers during the tour: As clarified in the itinerary, the included transportation includes pickup at accommodations in the urban area of Riohacha. If you are located in areas such as Palomino, Camarones or Mayapo, among others, transportation is at an additional cost.
Trips with children: Children from 0 to 4 years old go free but share services with their parents, but it is not really a recommended trip for children of these ages, given the activities and daily travel times as well as the conditions of the accommodations. From 5 years old, children pay an adult rate as they occupy a seat in the vehicles and receive all the services during the trip.

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