In the middle of the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta emerges Nueva Venecia, a community built entirely on the water, where the dynamics of daily life are linked to the rhythm of the swamp and the amphibious traditions that have remained for generations.
The experience begins with a boat trip through the canals and lakes that connect this ecosystem, allowing you to observe birds, lake landscapes, and life forms deeply adapted to the territory. As you approach the stilt village, the environment reveals a unique relationship between community and nature.
Upon arriving in Nueva Venecia, the tour reveals how its inhabitants have historically built their lives on wooden stilts, developing cultural, economic, and social practices directly linked to water. The houses, waterways, and community spaces showcase a distinct way of inhabiting Colombian territory.
During the visit, you will interact with local residents, learn about their history, and understand how the marsh has been a source of life, work, and cultural resilience. Beyond its unique visual appeal, Nueva Venecia represents a living expression of the Caribbean's amphibious cultural heritage.
The experience concludes with the return through the swamp, leaving a different perspective on the forms of life that exist in this ecosystem and on the historical relationship between the communities and the water.