Adventure, nature, magic and charm. Those words are what can perfectly define the exotic department of Chocó in the Colombian Pacific. Nuquí is one of the destinations that are part of this department, and its enchanting landscapes of jungle and sea together, have placed it in the eye of national and international travelers who are increasingly encouraged to know this beautiful destination in Chocó.

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Nuquí is a destination in Colombia that you have to know yes or yes. Its coasts go directly to the Pacific Ocean, its sands are warm and dark, the jungle is very green and leafy, and every so often it offers unique spectacles of nature. In our opinion, Nuquí is a destination that should not be postponed and visited at once. Therefore, here we tell you how to get to Nuquí and everything to do there.

How to get to Nuquí?

Nuquí is a corregimiento that is located in the Gulf of Tribugá , south of Bahía Solano and the Ensenada Utría National Natural Park , so to get to this paradise you have two options. The first is to take a charter flight to Nuquí from Medellín , Bogotá or Quibdo . Yes, Nuquí has an airport and is called Reyes Murillo. This is an excellent option if you want to arrive quickly and have another panoramic view of the Chocoana jungle. You just have to keep in mind that since these are flights, you have to buy them in advance, however, the price is ranging between 200,000 COP and 400,000 COP.

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The other way to get to Nuquí is by sea . From the port of Buenaventura , passenger boats depart 24 hours to reach this destination, you can also opt; right there by taking a speedboat to Nuquí , which only takes eight hours to arrive. The passage by boat is in an average of 120,000 COP and in the boat 200,000 COP.

Boats to Nuquí also leave from other destinations in Bahía Solano, El Valle or Quibdo , for example. It's just a matter of asking the inhabitants of the department and they will know how to tell you. These passages are between 20,000 COP and 80,000 COP. It depends from your starting point to Nuquí in Chocó.

What to do in Nuquí?

It has been said before, but truly Nuquí is a wonderful destination that offers incredible experiences and leaves unforgettable memories to those who dare to visit this remote corner of Colombia. Among many of the things you have to do in Nuquí , is to visit its beautiful beaches of Guachalito that have incredible waterfalls; the Olympic Beach , which, on its coasts has colored stones that decorate the beach and enhances the beauty of its landscapes; the hot springs of Arusí and Jurubirá.

If you want to go deeper into the jungle hiking, then you have to go to Coquí , a small path, where you can take ecological walks guided by young natives and admire all the beauty of its ecosystem.

Here in Nuquí you can live one of the most spectacular experiences in Colombia to witness, and it is the whale watching that takes place on the Pacific coast every year. This destination is also ideal for diving in Colombia and extreme sports.

Recommendations to visit Nuquí

• If you want to have greater security and feel more comfortable on your trip to Nuquí , it is best to hire a tour with a certified agency that encourages responsible tourism.
• Wear comfortable clothes and everything you need that you need in the jungle and the sea, that is, sunscreen, repellent, bathing suit, fresh clothes, flashlight and your medicine, either because you are sick, to prevent or for allergies. Above all, do not complicate your life with a suitcase, take a backpack.
• Get supplies of food, snacks and water before leaving for Nuquí or at the airport, since although there are restaurants to eat, probably what you will not find nearby are shops.
• It is important to carry cash for all the expenses you need to cover. There are no ATMs or banks in the municipality, so it is best to be well prepared.

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