Taganga's fishing port at the end of the day. Photo by Lorraine Caputo
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Location:
Taganga, Colombia

Other Activity Types:
Fishing

By Lorraine Caputo

Every morning and every afternoon see the men plying the traditional craft of Taganga -fishing. To try your hand at catching some bonito pargo rojo (red snapper), albacore, barracuda or shark; talk with the local fishermen about taking you out.

Or, contact Caracol about arranging a fishing trip in his boat, followed by a beach barbecue to grill your catch (317-273-2862).

Either way, you'll be doing it as they do with just a fishing line on a roll, getting to learn about the Caribbean artisanal fishing culture. Don't let that big fish get away!

Getting There
The fishing port is on the right-hand side of the bay. To contact Caracol, you can also drop by Literar-té to find him.

Travel Tips: From December to January high winds (La Loca) blow in, causing small craft advisories to be issued.

Price Description: Caracol charges $32 for one person, $48 for 2 and $64 for 3 for the Traditional Fishing Excursion; and $37 / $59 / $74 for the Fishing Guide and Beach Trip. Other fishermen ask comparable prices.

Relative price: Mid-Range

Travel Skills: beginner/easy.

You Need to Bring: Bring sunscreen (or suntan lotion), hat, swimwear, water, snacks.

Go scuba diving or snorkeling. Sunbathe at other beaches, like Playa Grande and Playa Cristal. Take in museums in near-by Santa Marta and El Rodadero. Visit Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona or hike to Ciudad Perdida.

Currencies accepted
Colombian Peso

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