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Providencia – Island Paradise of Colombia
The unspoiled treasure of Providencia is part of Colombia’s Caribbean archipelago situated east of Nicaragua. Although close in distance, the mountainous, nature-rich island couldn’t be further from i
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South AmericaColombia4 days / August 2018
Highs & Lows
Hike up to ‘El Pico, Lover’s Bridge, to the joining island of Santa Catalina
Make sure you spend long enough here to see it all
Itinerary Overview
There is plenty to explore on the small island of Providencia. Spend the day on one of many idyllic beaches, go snorkelling or hike up to ‘El Pico’ forestry reserve where you can see the famous blue iguanas. Walk over ‘Lover’s Bridge’ to the joining island of Santa Catalina or take a small boat to Crab Cay to see the turtles. Make sure you spend long enough here to see it all, as you will not want to leave! The incredibly warm-hearted islanders will make your stay on Providencia even more magical.
Isla de Providencia beach time chill
Where to stay
Providencia has only a few hotels with very limited luxury options. However, there are plenty of guest houses and ‘posadas’ where the hosts will most likely take excellent care of you. Quite often you will be able to nab yourself a beach front apartment with your own private garden for a very reasonable price! The wifi signal is fairly weak on the island and don’t expect to have hot water.
South West Bay sea food dinner
Where to eat
Enjoy fresh sea food with a Caribbean twist every day on Providencia island. There are not too many restaurant options but you won’t be disappointed by the quality.
Our favourite spot for dinner on the island is Caribbean place. Delicious flavours and wonderfully friendly staff with live music most evenings – a true gem in Agua Dulce.
South West Bay sea food n beach time
Share the largest platter of fish and seafood I’ve ever seen at El Divino Niño on South West Bay beach. Don’t forget to try their famous ‘coco locos’ too. Then relax in the hammocks and watch the beautiful sunset.
San Andres and Providencia famous pies n coffee
Need to satisfy those sweet cravings? Head to Cafe Studio In South West Bay and try one of their famous pies: Coffee, pineapple, coconut – I Think we tried them all!
Isla de Providencia beach time
it´s a nice and small beach hide into de montain few minutes walking down the mountain from the road there we enjoy a nice coctails inside the coconut fruit.
Q & A
Restaurant recommendations?
we Share the largest platter of fish and seafood I’ve ever seen n it was deliciousTips you would give a friend?
To reach the island by plane, the only option is a short 20 mins flight by small passenger plane from San Andres. Satena have 2 flights daily in and out of the island but at the rather steep cost of around £150 return. * Note: Included luggage allowance is 10kg.Transportation Tips?
Getting around the island There is no public transport and only a few taxis. Providencia is a very hilly island so walking can be tiring! The best way to explore the island is by renting a scooter for 50,000 COP per day or a golf buggy for 150,000 COP (try and negotiate a discount if you’re staying for multiple days).Any surprises?
The only other option is by Catamaran departing every other day from San Andres – this journey takes approx 3.5 hours and it’s far from a smooth ride! If the sea is rough then the boats don’t leave. Although a cheaper option it can be a pretty unreliable one!Booking details?
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Lodging
Berton Place – A private bungalow set in a beautiful garden. Hortencia was the perfect host and went above and beyond to make our stay perfect.