The visit to La Venta took place on October 4, when 30 tourists enjoyed the warm atmosphere of the La Venta community and the unique sulfur well that characterizes the region.
Arriving early in the morning, the visitors were welcomed by Jean Carlos Sierra, Angie, and community representatives, including Francisco and Wilson. After a delicious breakfast, a presentation of the site and the planned itinerary was given. The visit began with a hike up La Venta Hill, from where visitors could observe different species of monkeys, birds, and trees. The hike lasted about two hours and ended with the discovery of a natural cave.
At the end of the day, participants enjoyed a traditional lunch of mote de queso (a typical cheese soup) prepared by the community. To close the visit, a group of local young girls performed a cumbia dance, offering visitors a glimpse of the cultural and traditional aspects of the region — much to the delight of guests from the department of Sucre, as well as national and international tourists.
The visit to La Venta plays an essential role in preserving the dry tropical forest, as the area has been threatened by mining activities that could resume and endanger local wildlife. Promoting ecotourism in this region allows the residents of Sincelejo and nearby areas to discover this precious ecosystem, spend a day in contact with nature, and learn more about endemic species such as the guáimaro tree, the white-headed titi monkey, and the howler monkey.
Moreover, the development of ecotourism spaces strengthens the local community and the Totumita de Oro Association by generating stable income that can be reinvested in new sustainable projects such as beekeeping, food processing, and other community activities.
Thanks to the cooperation of Envol Vert, this visit is part of a broader strategy for economic alternatives, offering opportunities for local and sustainable development while promoting the sharing of knowledge, experiences, and networks for the strengthening of the territory.
The visit to La Venta took place on October 4, when 30 tourists enjoyed the warm atmosphere of the La Venta community and the unique sulfur well that characterizes the region.
Arriving early in the morning, the visitors were welcomed by Jean Carlos Sierra, Angie, and community representatives, including Francisco and Wilson. After a delicious breakfast, a presentation of the site and the planned itinerary was given. The visit began with a hike up La Venta Hill, from where visitors could observe different species of monkeys, birds, and trees. The hike lasted about two hours and ended with the discovery of a natural cave.
At the end of the day, participants enjoyed a traditional lunch of mote de queso (a typical cheese soup) prepared by the community. To close the visit, a group of local young girls performed a cumbia dance, offering visitors a glimpse of the cultural and traditional aspects of the region — much to the delight of guests from the department of Sucre, as well as national and international tourists.
The visit to La Venta plays an essential role in preserving the dry tropical forest, as the area has been threatened by mining activities that could resume and endanger local wildlife. Promoting ecotourism in this region allows the residents of Sincelejo and nearby areas to discover this precious ecosystem, spend a day in contact with nature, and learn more about endemic species such as the guáimaro tree, the white-headed titi monkey, and the howler monkey.
Moreover, the development of ecotourism spaces strengthens the local community and the Totumita de Oro Association by generating stable income that can be reinvested in new sustainable projects such as beekeeping, food processing, and other community activities.
Thanks to the cooperation of Envol Vert, this visit is part of a broader strategy for economic alternatives, offering opportunities for local and sustainable development while promoting the sharing of knowledge, experiences, and networks for the strengthening of the territory.
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