Hotel Tricks
The best advice about staying in CoveƱas is to take a boat tour. Your hotel will easily arrange for you a day trip to the San Bernardo Archipelago, this group of islands among which are Isla MĆŗcura and TintipĆ”n-with crystal clear turquoise waters and white sands competing with those in the Maldives far superior to the beach at CoveƱas itself. The boat picks you up right from the beach in front of your hotel or maybe some nearby dock early morning-this is absolutely an activity that justifies traveling into this region!
Be ready for the local ānoise culture.ā The Colombian Caribbean coast is alive, and loud music makes part of that holiday air. If you are a light sleeper or someone who seeks absolute silence, then carry good quality ear plugs. Either the neighbors or people on the beach will play Vallenato or Champeta music loudly more so on weekends and holidays. Take it as part of a cultural experience instead of a nuisance; your stay will be much better.
Gastronomically, do not leave without driving or taking a taxi to the CiƩnaga de la Caimanera (The Caimanera Swamp), very near the hotel. There, among the mangroves, a floating house ("Casa Flotante") offers fresh oysters and seafood taken just meters from the water beneath. This is an excellent eco-tourism experience in stark contrast with that of the open beach.
Pack smart. CoveƱas is rustic. Bring a good, strong insect repellent because mosquitoes usually come out at dusk and also bring enough cash just in case the hotel allows you to make a transfer or pay by card since most of the beach vendors, small stores, and boat operators only work with cash. Remember to have small bills handy for buying anything on the beach! Finally check on the water situation some cabins shower salt- water or cold- water only if this warm fresh- water shower is nonnegotiable ask specifically this amenity from hotel before booking.