Overview
Isla Gorgona is a remote Pacific island national park 35 km off Colombia's coast, offering pristine diving with seaturtles, morays, whitefin sharks, and seasonal humpback whales. The island also preserves ruins of a notorious maximum-security prison abandoned in 1984, now swallowed by jungle.
Beach · Diving · Island · Nature · Wildlife
Before you go
Connectivity
No connectivity information provided; expect limited or no internet access on this remote island.
Etiquette
As a national park, alcohol is prohibited on the island. Respect wildlife and stay on designated trails with guides.
Health
Vaccinations against yellow fever, tetanus, and hepatitis B are recommended before visiting Isla Gorgona.
Safety
Poisonous snakes are present; rent rubber boots (COP$7,000) and use torches after dark. No bites reported since hotel opened.
Transport
Access only by boat from three mainland locations. No airport or regular ferry—charter or arranged transport required.
