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Isla Grande

Colombia

8 story sections

The snorkeling activity will take place once we arrive at our first destination called Encantada Beach Club where our guides will give you the instructions for those who wish to do the activity.

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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Isla Grande

    Greetings, distinguished traveler, and welcome to Isla Grande. You have arrived at the largest and most ecologically diverse island within the Corales del Rosario National Park, a stunning archipelago situated just off the…

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  2. 2The Island Village and Local Life

    As we move away from the manicured waterfronts of the resort areas and venture deeper into the interior of Isla Grande, we encounter the vibrant heart of the island's local community. There are no paved roads here, only winding…

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  3. 3The Mangrove Forests

    Let us turn our attention to the eastern expanse of the island, a region defined by one of the most critical coastal ecosystems on our planet: the magnificent mangrove forests. Transitioning from the open, sun-drenched beaches…

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  4. 4The Coral Reefs and Snorkeling

    We now step to the water's edge to explore the magnificent underwater topography that has made the Corales del Rosario National Park internationally renowned. The snorkeling off the coast of Isla Grande is, quite simply, a…

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  5. 5The Legacy of Narco-Tourism

    As we navigate toward the secluded southern perimeter of Isla Grande, the narrative of our journey takes a stark, historical turn. Hidden away in the dense overgrowth lies a monument to one of the darkest and most turbulent…

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  6. 6Culinary Delights by the Shore

    Let us return from the shadows of history to the bright, sunlit shores, where the intersection of island culture and culinary tradition comes brilliantly alive. Gastronomy on Isla Grande is intimately tied to the rhythms of the…

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  7. 7The Bioluminescent Bay - Laguna Encantada

    As the sun finally sets and darkness completely envelops Isla Grande, the island prepares to reveal its most magical and scientifically fascinating secret. Deep within the mangrove networks lies Laguna Encantada, the Enchanted…

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  8. 8Isla Grande

    As our comprehensive exploration of Isla Grande draws to a close, and you find yourself waiting near the docks for the afternoon boat to return you to the mainland, it is the perfect time to reflect on the multifaceted nature of…

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What is Isla Grande?

Isla Grande is a place in Colombia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationColombia
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates10.1780, -75.7377
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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