Do you know the islands of Colombia? The territory has a great privilege and it is that it has coasts on the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, something that allows it to have a privileged location on our planet. On these waters lie many islands and islets that are highly visited by tourists thanks to all their splendor and beauty.
The islands of Colombia that are located on the Caribbean Sea in the Atlantic Ocean they are much more visited than those of the Pacific Ocean, but all of them are home to great natural wealth and great beauty that is difficult to match in other parts of the world.
The most important islands of Colombia
Next I will explain which are the most important islands of Colombia and what are those that exist in this area of Colombia and then I will tell you about some of the best and most visited by tourists for their beauty.
Colombian Islands on the Atlantic Ocean
These islands of Colombia are the most famous for tourists and the best known in Colombia. They find each other located about 740 km northwest of Cartagena de Colombia. Since 1991 they make up one of the 32 departments of Colombia.
San Andres
San Andrés is the largest island in the country where there are about 70.000 inhabitants among its lands. It also has beautiful beaches and incredible beauty thanks to its landscapes, of which thousands of tourists fall in love every year.
Archipelago San Bernardo
The San Bernardo Archipelago is a set of 10 small coastal islands located in the Gulf of Morrosquillo. These islands are inhabited by few fishermen who live there permanently, but throughout the year they are visited by many tourists who practice diving and water sports - their waters are ideal for this.
Rosario Islands
The Rosario Islands have 27 coral islands that are located just 35 km south west of Cartagena from Colombia, some of them are so small that they only have one house. Although we cannot deny that whoever is the owner of that house is undoubtedly a lucky person.
Colombian Islands on the Pacific Ocean
Gorgona Island
This island is located 160 km from the port of Buenaventura and is considered a small paradise of diversity in a privileged place for scientific research and for all tourists who want to enjoy its beauty every year.
Malpelo Island
This island is characterized by being a huge living rock that has become a special destination for scientists who want to discover new information about our planet, and also for divers from all over the world, who want to discover the beauty hidden in its waters.
The best islands of Colombia
As you have seen, Colombia is full of islands that are palm tree paradises ... the most incredible paradises in the world. What traveler doesn't like good islands? That's why below I want to talk to you about some of the best islands in Colombia (without discrediting the others) so that you can add them to your list of future trips.
San Andrés and Providencia
Although they are a few islands, they represent great beauty, they are the jewels of the Caribbean and they are near the coast of Nicaragua. San Andrés is the more developed of the two and attracts more tourists thanks to its cheap flights, its duty-free shops, great hotels and beautiful beaches.
In Providencia, however, it is also a real gem as it has the best beaches, incredible cultural diversity, a lot of good seafood and music to have a great time. This island is perfect to visit… you will live an incredible experience in the heart of paradise.
Gorgona Island
Gorgona Island is an island that has reinvented itself towards ecotourism and you can discover the humpback whales that migrate between the months of June and September. You can also discover a wonderful jungle, enjoy the biodiversity of Colombia, etc.
Fort Island
On this island it is located 20 minutes by boat from the coast of the Córdoba department of Colombia, near the beautiful beach of the city of Monitos. It is home to a small population, with some excellent beaches. Isla Fuerte also has great waters for diving, good fresh seafood, and good hotels. and hostels to enjoy a stay in the middle of paradise. This island is perfect to disappear from the world for a few nights.
Santa Cruz del Islet
This island may be the most populated on Earth, with around 1.200 people living on this man-made island in just 0,012 square kilometers, amazing! This island has its origins in the fishing industry and most of the residents work as fishermen or in the tourism industry on other nearby islands.
Although it is not the most famous to visit, the people who live there are friendly and willing to help you get to know their island and to enjoy their culture. If you are a backpacker you should know that there is a floating hostel that will surely be perfect to live a new adventure.
Corota Island
The island has 12 hectares is a sanctuary of privileged flora and fauna. The island is protected by its abundance of tropical plants, birds, insects… life! It is also known as a spiritual retreat since it is a sacred place for the Quillasinga indigenous people. You can take a boat to the island and take a step along its paths in the reserve, enjoying nature and all the spirituality it offers you. It is an island that will give you an alternative experience that you will never forget.
These are some of the most famous islands of Colombia to visit But as you have seen there are many more in these areas so you can visit those that you like the most or that you think you may like the most depending on what your tastes and interests are. What is true is that you visit the one you visit, you will be enchanted with so much beauty ... and these islands are a paradise in our world.
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