Melo Hostel La Barra
Whale Watching Signature tour

Whale Watching

4.8 on Google · 822 reviews

$120.000 COP per person

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Free if you stay 4 nights or more (until October 15).

From July to October humpback whales arrive from Antarctica to the Pacific. Responsible boat-based whale watching — the most breathtaking natural show of your life.

Duration
Half day · schedule depends on the tide
Physical effort
Nulo (100% lancha)
Best season
Jul 15 – Oct 15

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The experience

From July to October, the Colombian Pacific becomes nature’s most impressive stage: humpback whales arrive from Antarctica to mate and calve. Runs with a minimum of 1 person; departure time depends on the tide. Bring your own snacks and water (lunch not included).

Keep in mind: Tide-dependent schedule · bring snacks and water

FAQ

When is whale season?

From July 15 to October 15. During these months humpback whales reach the Colombian Pacific to mate and calve.

What time does the tour leave?

Departure time depends on the tide. It runs with a minimum of 1 person.

What if the weather doesn’t allow the tour?

Departure depends on sea conditions and the tide. If it can’t go ahead, the team arranges another departure during your stay.

What should I bring?

Your own snacks and water: lunch is not included. No physical effort — the whole trip is by boat.

How does the free tour with 4 nights work?

Book four nights or more and the tour is included for every guest in the booking. You only pay the pier fee and taxes (approx. $15,000 COP per person) and transport to the pier.

Included

  • Boat
  • Local guide
  • Responsible whale watching

Not included

  • Pier fee and taxes (approx. $15,000 COP per person)
  • Transport to the pier
  • Lunch, snacks and water

From guests who went

4.8 on Google · 822 reviews

“Uno de los mejores hostales de Colombia, perfecto para ver ballenas y tener el mejor descanso. Recomendados!!”
Hector Bernal · Couple’s holiday · Google
“Melo es muy parchado, es un lugar muy lindo, el tour de las ballenas y bahía Málaga es imperdible, la pasamos muy top.”
Sandra Escobar · Holiday with friends · Google

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