Parque Eólico Jepirachi

Location:
Along the main north-south road, midways between the Manaure-Uribia crossroads and Puerto Bolívar, not too far from the turn-off for Cabo de la Vela.
Cabo de Vela, Colombia

Other Activity Types:
Wind mills

By Lorraine Caputo

Like giant stoic soldiers lined up across the flat barren lands, awaiting the charge of a Quijote, hundreds of windmills reel their three arms against the clear azure sky. This is one of the largest electrical projects in the world, Parque Eólico Jepirachi, generating a good portion of Colombia’s energy needs. At this site are a visitors’ center, various walking paths, a botanical garden and the Parque de Leyendas, explaining Wayuu mythology, as well as Saanain Woumain, an artisan association.

Getting There
Most tours from Riohacha or Uribia include this on their itineraries. In Cabo de la Vela you can hire someone to drive you there and back, with a 30-minute wait ($26.50).

Travel Skills: None

You Need to Bring: Take along plenty of water and some snacks; sunscreen, hat and shirt; camera.

El Faro, Pilón de Azúcar, Ojo del Agua, Hoyos Sopladores, Cuevas del Diablos, Laguna de Utta.

Currencies accepted
Colombian Peso

Contact Information:
Phone: 310-718-6802 / 312-831-8955
E-mail: parqueolico(at)remove-this.yahoo.es