In short
- Prices range from 1,100,000 to 1,430,000 COP ($280-$350 USD).
- Packages include 4x4 transport, guides, hammocks, and most meals.
- Bring extra cash for snacks, crafts, and alcoholic drinks.
In this article
Booking a tour to the northernmost point of South America is mandatory for safe travel. Desert tracks are completely unmarked. Here is exactly what you pay for a guided 4x4 expedition departing from Riohacha.
What are the average Punta Gallinas tour prices?
Group tours cost between 1,100,000 and 1,430,000 COP per person.
Prices change depending on the booking platform and season. This equals roughly $280 to $350 USD. Private tours or packages with special pick-up locations will cost more.
What is included in the base price?
Your ticket covers 4x4 transport, a local driver, hammock accommodation, and standard meals.
- Transport: Toyota Land Cruisers driven by Wayuu guides.
- Accommodation: Traditional woven hammocks (chinchorros) at local rancherías.
- Meals: Usually 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners featuring fish or goat.
Some tours also include travel insurance and entrance tickets to specific sites.
What extra costs should I expect?
You need extra cash for drinks, snacks, indigenous crafts, and specialized seafood.
There are absolutely no ATMs past Riohacha. Bring plenty of small Colombian Peso bills. You will pay out of pocket for alcoholic drinks and premium meals like lobster. You also need cash to buy water at supply stops like Uribia.
Do I need to pay for transport to Riohacha?
Yes, most tour prices start directly from Riohacha.
Tours depart Riohacha around 8:00 AM. If you are staying in Santa Marta or Palomino, you must arrange transport connections. Some operators offer pick-up in these cities for an additional fee.
Questions travellers ask
Can I travel without a tour to save money?
Do not attempt this in a standard rental car. The desert tracks are unmarked and shifting. Guided 4x4 tours are the safest and most reliable way to navigate the region. Read more about Getting to Cabo.
Do I need cash in La Guajira?
Yes. Bring plenty of cash in Colombian Pesos. There are absolutely no ATMs past Riohacha. Use small bills for snacks, crafts, and extra drinking water.
Can I upgrade my accommodation?
Standard tours include sleeping in traditional chinchorros (large woven hammocks). Facilities are highly basic, with limited electricity and bucket showers. Read about Wayuu Hammock Stays to prepare.
