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San José del Guaviare, known as the "gateway to the Amazon". It is a prominent tourist destination in Colombia that amazes travelers with its spectacular natural beauty and rich biodiversity
In our travel guide, we invite you to explore the hidden treasures of San José del Guaviare, where you will have the opportunity to delve into mysterious caves, discover ancient rock paintings, refresh yourself in natural wells and immerse yourself in the lush Amazon jungle.
San José del Guaviare is the capital of the department of Guaviare, it is located in the transition zone between the Amazon and the Eastern Plains of Colombia, it has an approximate population of 60,000 inhabitants. Its climate is warm throughout the year, around 27°C, and high humidity
Some people may wonder. Is it dangerous to go to San José del Guaviare? For several years this region was affected by the armed conflict, but after the signing of the Peace Agreement with the FARC, this region has experienced a significant improvement in terms of security, making it a safe destination for all travelers
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In San José del Guaviare you will find cozy hostels to luxury boutique hotels, so you can find the perfect place for your stay. We recommend staying in San José which is the starting point for points of interest. We give you options for your stay:
Casa Guaviare: This place has a garden and free parking. With air conditioning, 3 bedrooms, flat screen TV and fully equipped kitchen.
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Hotel el Aeropuerto: The Hotel is located 750 meters from the main square, offers an outdoor pool, gym and restaurant. In addition, it has free Wifi connection in all its areas.
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De Greiff House: It is an accommodation in San José del Guaviare that offers a shared kitchen, a common lounge and free Wifi throughout the establishment. In addition, it has family rooms.
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To get to San José del Guaviare, you have several options. You can take a flight from Bogotá to San José del Guaviare, where there are regular flights with the airlines Clic and Avianca. The cost will depend on the season in which you travel, as well as the time in advance in the purchase of the tickets
We decided to travel by bus to San José del Guaviare, we took a bus from the Salitre Terminal in Bogotá to San José del Guaviare. We chose to travel at night to arrive in the morning of the next day. The ticket price was approximately $100,000 COP (25 DOLLARS). The travel time is 8 to 9 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
San José del Guaviare and its surroundings offer a wide range of tourist attractions that invite you to explore the beauty of the region. Below we present some of the most outstanding places that you should include in your itinerary. To get to these places you can Rent a motorcycle in the main park for $80,000 COP (20 DOLLARS) or take a taxi all day in $200,000 COP (50 DOLLARS)
In the vicinity of San José del Guaviare,
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