Frequently asked questions

We are located about 65 kilometers away from the closest airport in the area - Santa Marta International Airport (SMR) - which takes approx 1 hour & 20 minutes by car to get to us. We recommend flying into Santa Marta International Airport for convenience. However, here is the distance to Gitana del Mar from other cities: Barranquilla approx 3 Hours in Private Car or Van Cartagena napprox 4.5 Hours in Private Car or Van Transport [In Marsol Public Van Service it's about 5-6 hours]

We will begin promptly on January 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Please coordinate your flights to arrive at Gitana Del Mar no later than 12:00 PM on the 31st. This will allow for a stress-free arrival, check-in, and time to get settled. The Lab will end on January 8th, at 11:00 AM. We recommend booking flights that depart after 5:00 PM on the 8th, although departing on the 9th is also a viable option. For this you would need to book an extra night outside Gitana Del Mar.

A visa is not required to enter Colombia for stays of less than 90 days for the majority of nationalities. I believe that all of you are from the countries that forgo a visa but please double check online if you are unsure. All you need is a valid passport and proof of return - you must have confirmation/proof of your return flight.

The Lab will be tailored for English speakers, however many parts will be translated from Spanish to English - so it is suitable for Spanish speakers as well. We will have translators to translate Kogi and Arhuaco into Spanish, and then English.

We will send a detailed packing list when the time is closer.