Sapzurro is a fishing village located in Chocó on the border between Panama and Colombia. It is a little known tourist destination, with calm beaches and enormous scenic beauty. Sapzurro has just 570 inhabitants who have driven themselves in tourism in the area, so you can access hotels and restaurants without any problem.
Sapzurro Bay. Image credits: Recorrecolombia.com
How to get to Sapzurro, Chocó?
Although Sapzurro is located on the border with Panama, in the Caribbean Sea, travelers often think it is very difficult to get there, the truth is that to get to Sapzurro can go from the city of Bogota to Apartado, you can do it by air or land. In Apartado must go to the port of Turbo where you can take a boat to Capurganá, this journey will take about 2 hours, keep in mind that this service will only be provided in the morning between 8:00 am and 9:00 am. At the Capurganá seaport, you will find boats that will take you to Sapzurro on a journey of no more than 15 minutes.
If you are in Medellín or are closer to Medellín than Bogotá, then you should go to Olaya Herrera airport and take a flight to Acandí, where you will take a boat to Capurganá on a journey of approximately 40 minutes. Similarly, in Capurganá you must take a boat to Sapzurro.
Geography and climate in Sapzurro
Sapzurro is located 2 meters above sea level, so it has an approximate temperature of 30 ° C, on your visit to this tourist destination do not forget to have sunscreen and insect repellent. Wear comfortable and light clothing for warm climates, sandals, and comfortable shoes. You can’t forget your bathing suit, you can protect yourself from the sun with a hat or cap.
What to do in Sapzurro Bay?
Sapzurro is an incomparable beach, it is a quiet bay and there are not many tourists or vendors, it is a place for rest and disconnection. This beach is a small paradise put on earth for human enjoyment. In your visit to Sapzurro you will be able to visit nearby beaches, such as Cabo Tiburón Beach, Capurganá or the Armada Beach, in addition, since Sapzurro is only an hour’s walk from Panama, you can enrich this trip by getting to know the neighboring country and exploring its culture and gastronomy, don’t forget to take your identity document because without it you will be denied entry into the country.
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Of course, you should also take the opportunity to visit all these beaches, sunbathe and enjoy the breeze and the blue waters and comfortable sands. Sapzurro is an incomparable place to which you can travel in couple or family, although there are not many activities, you can snorkel, the town is dedicated to fishing, so you can practice fishing. Sapzurro is located in the jungle, for this reason, you will find jungle fauna and flora such as amphibians, reptiles, and even monkeys, in the waters of these beaches, there will also be a concurrence of kayaks. Enjoy the landscapes and the walks, enjoy the sea and be surprised by the human quality of the locals who will always be ready to collaborate with you.
Sapzurro Beaches. Image Credits: Easy Colombia
Typical Food in Chocó
Sapzurro has become a tourist destination that, although not very visited, locals have seen tourism as a good source of income, which is why you will find a variety of restaurants where you can enjoy the typical dishes of the Colombian Caribbean as Bochinche Rice, fried fish or cheese soup.
Hotels in Sapzurro
In Sapzurro you will find comfortable hotels and hostels that will allow you to have wonderful nights, of course not with the luxuries and comforts of a 5-star hotel, however, are hygienic spaces that have all the basic needs. You will have the opportunity to sleep in a hammock or camp depending on what you prefer. It will not be difficult for you to find a good place to spend the night according to your budget and needs.
