Palomino beach

Palomino is a surfer beach on the Caribbean coast of Colombia. Most of time there are strong waves, so it is possible to swim just near the coast. And anyway there are often strong currents. But after all you'll get your own 3-miles coast with a lot of tall palm trees. The sand is white with occasional black fractions. Snow peaks of Sierra Nevada Mountains can be seen from the beach. Shore and seabed: sand. [edit]

Coordinates: 11.255372, -73.555213

Hotels [edit]

The cost of a good beachfront hotel starts from US$50 per night for the room. There are also some cheaper options, but these are often not available for the online booking.

Please note that a 15-minute walk from the beach there is Palomino village itself. It has much more accommodation options, while the prices are cheaper.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Cartagena international airport (CTG). Next take a bus (with a connection stop in Santa Marta) or hire a taxi.

When to go [edit]

Palomino beach in Colombia is suitable for a holiday any time of year, because there is no pronounced rainy season, and it is always warm.

It is best to surf during the windy period from December to April. As for a pure beach holiday - choose a quiet period from May to November.

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