Punta Gallinas

Punta Gallinas marks the northernmost point of South America, sitting at the tip of Colombia's La Guajira Peninsula. This remote desert landscape offers a stark beauty that feels almost otherworldly - where golden sand dunes crash dramatically into the Caribbean Sea.

The journey to reach Punta Gallinas is as memorable as the destination itself, with rough roads cutting through the arid terrain of the Wayuu indigenous territory. The Wayuu people have called this harsh environment home for centuries, maintaining their unique cultural traditions despite the challenging conditions.

When you finally arrive at this remote outpost, you'll find pristine beaches like Taroa with its massive sand dunes, breathtaking views from the lighthouse at the continent's northernmost point, and stunning sunsets that paint the sky in vivid oranges and reds. The night skies here, far from city lights, explode with stars in a display that's becoming increasingly rare in our modern world.

The area's isolation has preserved both its natural beauty and the traditional way of life of the Wayuu people. Their colorful handicrafts, especially woven mochilas (bags), tell stories of their culture and are important to their economy. While the landscape may seem barren at first glance, it's teeming with unique desert flora and fauna that have adapted to survive in this extreme environment.