Without a phone and far from the nearest town: the corner of the country that travelers love

Colombia has thousands of landscapes, but also inaccessible corners that, despite the difficulty of communication, win the heart of any traveler with their imposing beauty. In this place, for example, there's no phone service and the nearest town is about 40 minutes away. Where is this paradise hidden?

Located on the border between Colombia and Venezuela, the famous "river star of the south" was named more than 200 years ago by German scientist Alexander von Humboldt. This natural phenomenon is formed by the confluence of the Orinoco, Atabapo, and Guaviare rivers, creating a spectacle of color-changing waters that has fascinated explorers and travelers for centuries.

As indicated by the Municipal Government of Inírida, Guainía, this place offers some of the finest, whitest, and most shimmering beaches on the Atabapo River, a true paradise for those seeking tranquility and contact with nature.

The beauty of the surroundings has even been celebrated by regional poets such as Ovidio Ospina Mejía, who describes the region in his work Poetic Anthology of Guainía, Land of Many Waters, highlighting the magic of its rivers and landscapes.

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Why is it so difficult to visit this place?

The experience of visiting the river star requires a certain amount of adventure, as there is no telephone service or modern means of communication. To get there, travelers must travel from Inírida for several long minutes by river, which makes the journey part of the magic of the place. Upon arrival, one can appreciate the majesty of the intertwining rivers, the changing colors of their waters, and the abundant wildlife that inhabits the region.

During the tour, you can see the historic Venezuelan town of San Fernando de Atabapo, inhabited for over 240 years and the former capital of the Amazonas state, and enjoy typical dishes at Amanaven, in Vichada. Another must-see is Maviso, a rocky islet with a border hotel offering the best panoramic views of the Orinoco, Guaviare, and Atabapo rivers, ideal for stopping and admiring the surroundings.

It's precisely this combination of isolation, natural beauty, and cultural richness that makes visitors to the southern river star want to return again and again. Each trip becomes a unique experience, where time seems to stand still and nature reveals all its splendor.

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What other nearby places can be visited?

El Tuparro National Natural Park: A little further away, but accessible from Inírida, this park offers floodplains, rivers, creeks, and unique wildlife, ideal for those seeking ecotourism and adventure.

Inírida: The capital of Guainía, known as the "city of hills and rivers." From here, you can arrange transportation to the river star. It also offers local markets, handicrafts, and the opportunity to learn about the region's indigenous culture.

Raudal de Maipures: An impressive waterfall on the Orinoco River, with rapids and cascades that offer spectacular scenery and opportunities for photography and birdwatching.

Cerro Pintado: Located in the Guainía region, this is an archaeological site with cave paintings dating back more than 12,000 years. Its petroglyphs depict human figures, animals, and symbols that tell the story of the indigenous peoples who inhabited the region.