Trip Report
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
Q & A
How was the food?
we Share the largest platter of fish and seafood I’ve ever seen n it was delicious
What tips would you 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?
Tours Ruta45Colombia
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.
