Cispata Bay and Sanguare Nature Reserve, Colombia, 3/31/2025, National Geographic Orion
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National Geographic Orion
Caribbean
Today in Cispata Bay, we eagerly launched a thrilling panga excursion into lush mangroves, culminating in the memorable release of a juvenile American crocodile into protected waters. Onshore, a vibrant local dance performance dazzled our group.
By the afternoon, we reached Sanguare Nature Reserve for invigorating hikes and serene kayaking.
The day ended with lively music and energetic dancing, truly embodying the region’s rich traditions and capping an unforgettable Colombian adventure.
Jeff Litton is a dedicated advocate for our planet, igniting a passion within people to cherish our Earth. His circuitous journey involves leading individuals into the untamed wilderness, where he unveils the hidden splendor of the natural world. Jef...
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Today we had the opportunity to explore Colombia’s oldest town, Santa Marta, founded in 1525 by Rodrigo de Bastidas. This small town is well known for having one of the highest points in the country, is very close the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the most important Natural Parks in Colombia, Tayrona National Park. A mixture of tropical dry forest, stunning coral reefs, and a lush cloud forest loaded with a large diversity of birds made our guests eager to disembark and explore all these wonders. Our guests chose their excursions according to their interests. One group went on a hike in Tayrona National Park. They enjoyed exploring, from the forest to the pristine crystal beaches. Another group of guests mingled among the locals in town, enjoying the flavors of Colombia. They learned about the culture and had a culinary experience, tasting different local recipes. The last group visited a traditional coffee farm in the foothills of Sierra Nevada. Here the owner, Mrs. Claudia Weber, guided them throughout the process, from the planting of the coffee, the harvesting process, drying, roasting, and bagging. They also had enjoyed the flavor of a cup of delicious Colombian coffee. It was another outstanding day of our expedition exploring the Caribbean coast of Colombia.
Today, National Geographic Orion cruised along the Caribbean side of Panama. Several small islands were spotted in the distance. These little islands are part of an immense archipelago, an autonomous area called the Guna Yala archipelago. When we finally arrived, a lovely white-sand island surrounded by turquoise water invited us to disembark and explore. Local Guna people shared traditional music and dance performances. Our guests had the opportunity to visit each mola artist and learn about the meaning of the handcrafted textiles. The other highlight of our visit was an opportunity to snorkel. Guests observed different species of hard and soft coral. Colorful reef fish were also enjoyed. Back on board, we all gathered in the lounge to share thoughts about our marvelous day in the Holandeses Cayes.
