La Guajira Department, Colombia · South America
188,014
Population
South America
Continent
Bogota
Timezone
CO
Country Code
Riohacha (Spanish pronunciation: [rjoˈa.tʃa]; Wayuu: Süchiimma) is a city in the Riohacha Municipality in the northern Caribbean Region of Colombia by the mouth of the Ranchería River and the Caribbean Sea. It is the capital city of the La Guajira Department. It has a sandy beach waterfront. Founded by conquistador Nikolaus Federmann in 1535, Riohacha was named after a local legend, "The legend of the Axe". Because of the powerful rain shadow of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the area is most...
Coordinates
11.5444°, -72.9072°
Region/State
La Guajira Department
District
Riohacha
Compare prices across top booking platforms
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Riohacha.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Riohacha as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripAdd to your favorites
Save Riohacha to your favorites and easily find it later when planning your trips.
Free to get started
No credit card required
Country
Colombia
Region
La Guajira Department
Timezone
America/Bogota
La Guajira Department, Colombia
Pop. 4,402La Guajira Department, Colombia
Pop. 26,940La Guajira Department, Colombia
Pop. 9,703La Guajira Department, Colombia
Pop. 38,232La Guajira Department, Colombia
Pop. 11,934La Guajira Department, Colombia
Pop. 7,519Create your free account and start planning an unforgettable road trip. Discover hidden gems, save your favorite spots, and share your adventures.
Population
188,014
