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Utria National Natural Park

Colombian national park

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Overview

Utria National Natural Park is a vast protected natural ara in the Pacifica region of Colombia. It is a remote, lightly traveled park with long, secluded beaches, lagoons and mangrove swamps, offshore coral reefs, and inland rainforests.

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Getting there

From Medellin Olaya Herrera Airport EOH), take a flight to Nuqui (NQU). Satena is the only airline to fly this route and tickets cost about COP 300,000.

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Getting around

Hiking. Sturdy boots are necessary for inland treks.

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UnderstandThe park covers an area of more than 54,000 hectares.

Get inFrom Medellin Olaya Herrera Airport EOH), take a flight to Nuqui (NQU). Satena is the only airline to fly this route and tickets cost about COP 300,000.

Fees and permitsBe aware that the park bans alcohol, pets, firearms, aerosols, and non-biodegradable sunblock. Yellow fever and tetanus vaccines are required at least 10 days before entering the park.

Get aroundHiking. Sturdy boots are necessary for inland treks.

SleepBackcountry camping is permitted for those on long-distance treks to the interior of the park.

Stay safePrecautions against tropical diseases, dangerous animals, and risks associated with remote jungle environments must be observed. Travelers are required to have medical insurance.

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Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Utria National Natural Park" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
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