About
A cute beach town in the north, good for surfing, beach parties, and a rope swing by the river.
Why go
- Hippie paradise on the beach, surrounded by mountains & jungle
- Chill, laid-back surf town vibes
- A place you could easily get stuck in if your plans are flexible
Must try
- Tubing down the river
- Surfing
- Go to Maria Mulata for amazing burgers
- Try the empanadas from grosso
- Visit the Palomino dog sanctuary
Pro tips
- The town is essentially one road from the main road to the beach
- Stick to the main hostel strip & well-lit areas at night
- Take a bus from Santa Marta, Mamatoco intersection, then a collectivo
- Less than an hour bus from Santa Marta
Good to know
- Cash is king, places charge extra for cards
- The current in Palomino is crazy, avoid if not a strong swimmer
- The main road where buses drop you off is sketchy at night
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Rating
4.6 / 5