Coveñas: Beaches, How to Get There & Things to Do on the Colombian Caribbean
Coveñas is a beach destination on the Caribbean coast, visited above all by travelers from the Medellín region.
Coveñas is a town in the department of Sucre, on the coast of the Gulf of Morrosquillo. It is very popular during long weekends and holidays.
In recent years Coveñas has grown as a beach destination, adding accommodation such as cabins, condominiums and hotels, along with new restaurants and entertainment options.
How to get to Coveñas
Most visitors reach Coveñas by road, as the nearest airport is Montería, two hours away by car.
The distance between Medellín and Coveñas is 495 kilometers and the road is in good condition. The bus companies that run the route are Rápido Ochoa and Expreso Brasilia.
Distances from Coveñas to: Sincelejo 50 km, Montería 93 km, Cartagena 185 km, Medellín 495 km, Bogotá 900 km.
Tourism in Coveñas
Coveñas is mostly visited by travelers from Antioquia, though people from other Colombian cities are also discovering the area's beautiful beaches. The town is friendly and lively, with a variety of restaurants serving the typical dishes of Caribbean coastal cuisine. At night, bars and clubs come to life.
Most of the accommodation consists of cabins and condominiums, many of them right on the beach. There are also hotels and hostels, and in a few designated spots you can even camp or sleep in a hammock.
Beaches in Coveñas
The Gulf of Morrosquillo, on the Caribbean Sea, has very pretty beaches, and Coveñas is a fine example. The beaches are long, with fine sand, and the warm, calm sea is perfect for swimming or water sports such as kayaking and jet skiing. Boat rides are also available.
The best beaches in Coveñas
- Puerto Viejo
- La Martha
- Caimanera
- Coveñitas
- La Coquerita
Top sights around Coveñas
Mud volcano
A few kilometers from Coveñas is the mud volcano. This curious natural phenomenon invites visitors to take a dip in liquid mud. Many people claim the mud baths have healing or medicinal properties.
Tolú
Tolú is Coveñas' neighboring town, just 20 km away. Until a few years ago the two were a single municipality. Tolú has a seafront promenade and a pleasant beach, as well as shops selling local products such as fruit and the famous "sombrero vueltiao" hat. + Click to see more about: Tolú
La Caimanera wetland
Visiting the La Caimanera wetland means stepping into the fascinating world of the mangroves, home to a wide variety of birds and families of caimans. A floating restaurant on the wetland serves typical local dishes.
Playa Blanca and Cispatá Bay
This area has beautiful beaches that are even calmer than those of Coveñas. At Playa Blanca you will find elegant condominiums and major hotel complexes.
Plans and packages
Many travel agencies offer packages and tours from Medellín, Bogotá and other cities. The programs include bus travel, hotel accommodation and excursions. For holidays and long weekends, it is best to book in advance.
Map of Coveñas
Frequently asked questions about Coveñas
Coveñas is in the department of Sucre, on the Gulf of Morrosquillo, on Colombia's Caribbean coast.
Most visitors arrive by road. The nearest airport is Montería, about two hours away by car. It is 495 km from Medellín and 185 km from Cartagena.
The best-known beaches are Puerto Viejo, La Martha, Caimanera, Coveñitas and La Coquerita, plus Playa Blanca in nearby Cispatá Bay.
Visit the mud volcano, explore the La Caimanera wetland among the mangroves, and get to know the neighboring town of Tolú.