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Recommendations for a Good Ecotourism Experience
Guajira Tours Ltda. has established some recommendations for its activities in nature destinations:
Environmental
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Appreciate the flora and fauna of the ecosystems you visit without cutting or damaging them.
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Avoid lighting fires or bonfires in any area of La Guajira, as it is a high-risk fire zone.
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Refrain from bringing packages, bottles, or other materials that may generate trash.
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Compact the trash and take it with you.
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Ensure that no trace of your visit is left behind.
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Exercise extra care and avoid touching or stepping on plant or animal species in fragile ecosystems.
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Properly manage solid waste in the areas you visit.
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Avoid disturbing wildlife. Observe local fauna from a respectful distance.
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Carry a plastic bag to protect your clothes from moisture; do not litter.
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Try not to bring synthetic waste; these items should be returned to their place of origin, the city. Help us keep it clean.
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For your health, consume natural foods with low chemical levels and minimal plastic or synthetic packaging.
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Pets are not allowed in national parks or protected areas as they can introduce new diseases to the park's wildlife.
Sociocultural
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Respect the culture and customs of the people in indigenous or local communities you visit.
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Respect private property and its inhabitants.
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Travel with the accompaniment of local guides or interpreters.
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Follow the recommendations of local guides or interpreters.
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Ask for permission before taking photographs or videos in indigenous, rural, or Afro-descendant communities.
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Avoid consuming alcoholic beverages.
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Do not bring firearms.
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Refrain from promoting or supporting child sexual exploitation.
Local Economy
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Support the local economy by purchasing products made by local populations, as long as these products are not made from endangered species and their sale does not violate the law.
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Use local transportation and local guides for your travel within the region.
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Carry money for buying handicrafts in local indigenous communities; it's a good way to contribute.
Health and Safety
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Consume only bottled water.
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Get vaccinated against yellow fever and tetanus.
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Carry a small first-aid kit with your medications.
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Notify in advance if you are allergic to any foods, such as seafood, pork, shrimp, or any medications.
General Recommendations
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Pack comfortable luggage, previously packed in plastic bags to prevent moisture. Include cotton clothing, long pants and long-sleeved shirts, a hat or cap, flashlight, camera, comfortable shoes or sneakers, sunscreen, personal items, and any medications you are currently taking.
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Bring sunglasses.
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Avoid promoting loud sounds.
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It's important to carry insect repellent like MENTICOL WITH NOPIQUEX MIXTURE or citronella oil to apply to the skin.
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Bring an additional small backpack for outings.
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Before putting on shoes (boots or sneakers), shake them well to avoid accidents.
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Do not touch or slide your hands along railings on platforms in parks or lift logs or stones.
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In case of any accident or unexpected situation, please contact the driver and/or guide as soon as possible or call Guajira Tours.
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Remember that you can be the cause of an accident, so please follow established recommendations and rules.
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Do not leave trash in the different parks or visited sites; take it back to the city and dispose of it properly.
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Do not bring wildlife, flora, or mineral material from the parks and visited areas.
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Follow caution signs and recommendations from Ministry of Environment officials when visiting natural areas.
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Artificial tears.
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Get vaccinated against yellow fever at least 10 days before.
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Bring towels.
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Avoid offering alcoholic beverages to drivers, guides, and indigenous populations.
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La Guajira is an area where water is scarce, so we request that you do not waste it.
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Bring personal hygiene products and cash, as you will only find ATMs in Riohacha and Uribia.
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Electricity is limited in lodges; there is electricity from 6 pm to 9 pm when you can charge cell phones, cameras, and other electronic devices.
IMPORTANT: If you are vegetarian, taking medication, undergoing medical treatment, or have any known allergies, please inform us well in advance of the trip.