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About Puerto Gaitan (Meta)
Puerto Gaitán, located in the Meta department, is a destination known for its natural wealth and significance in the oil industry. This municipality is perfect for those seeking to enjoy biodiversity, plains landscapes, and outdoor activities.
Weather in Puerto Gaitán
Puerto Gaitán has a warm and humid climate, with average temperatures ranging between 25°C and 30°C. It is recommended to wear light clothing, use sunscreen, and stay hydrated due to the constant heat.
Hotels in Puerto Gaitán
Hotel Bahía
- Services: Swimming pool, restaurant, free Wi-Fi.
- Location: Near the Manacacías River.
- Price: From $150,000 COP per night.
Hotel Río Meta
- Services: Comfortable rooms, air conditioning, and breakfast included.
- Location: In the town center.
- Price: From $120,000 COP per night.
Restaurants in Puerto Gaitán
Restaurante Asados Llaneros
- Specialty: Llanero-style roasted meat and cachapas.
- Price: From $25,000 COP per person.
El Rincón del Pescador
- Specialty: Fresh fish such as mojarra and cachama.
- Price: From $30,000 COP per person.
Tourist Attractions in Puerto Gaitán
- Manacacías River: An ideal spot for boat rides, pink dolphin watching, and sport fishing.
- Summer Festival: Held in January, featuring cultural events, sports competitions, and concerts.
- Central Park: A perfect space for walking, enjoying local cuisine, and buying handicrafts.
- Lomalinda Lagoon: A popular destination for ecotourism activities like kayaking and bird watching.
- Caño Cristales de Oro Waterfall: A small yet impressive waterfall known for its crystal-clear waters.
Festivals in Puerto Gaitán
- International Cachama Festival: Held in August, celebrating Llanero culture with food fairs, dances, and fishing contests.
- Summer Festival: A vibrant festival full of music, sports, and water activities in January.
Gastronomy in Puerto Gaitán
- Llanero-style roasted meat: Cooked traditionally on an open-air grill.
- Fresh fish: Mojarra, cachama, and other river fish.
- Capybara meat (Chigüiro): An exotic delicacy typical of the Eastern Plains.
- Leaf cheese: A traditional regional delight.
Things to Buy in Puerto Gaitán
- Llanero handicrafts: Hammocks, hats, and handmade leather goods.
- Local products: Milk candies, coffee, and fresh cheese.
- Traditional clothing: Attire inspired by Llanero culture.
How to Get from Villavicencio to Puerto Gaitán by Bus
The distance between Villavicencio and Puerto Gaitán is approximately 198 kilometers, which translates to a bus ride of 4 to 5 hours.
Departure Terminal:
- Villavicencio: Villavicencio Bus Terminal.
Arrival Terminal:
- Puerto Gaitán: Puerto Gaitán Bus Terminal.
Buses on this route usually offer services such as air conditioning, reclining seats, and Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey.
About the route to Puerto Gaitan (Meta)
redBus offers the most convenient way to travel by road to Puerto Gaitan (Meta). Puerto Gaitan (Meta) is a favorite destination spot for travelers and people who want to spend a little vacation time and enjoy special moments and experiences. Travel time usually varies depending on the amount of traffic, weather conditions and road conditions.