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Providencia y Santa Catalina
Estar en Providencia es darse la oportunidad de bajar el ritmo al andar, dejar fluir los pensamientos, sentir la brisa, el sol, la playa, el mar y la sensualidad. Sus 18 km2 de extensión tienen una vegetación exuberante y poco intervenida, igual pasa en Santa Catalina, una pequeña isla de 1 km2 a solo 100 metros de Providencia. Están unidas por el puente flotante de Los Enamorados, construido sobre un canal creado en tiempos de la colonia española para proteger las islas.
La belleza de estas islas es impresionante. Tienen origen volcánico y costa coralina. Hay una cantidad de atractivos naturales entre los que se encuentran el mar y los bosques de manglar, se respira aire puro, hay senderos ecológicos, la mayoría de las construcciones son tradicionales, la gente - en su mayoría raizal - es amable, las playas son tranquilas y rodeadas de vegetación, además, aún se ven las ruinas de fortificaciones hechas para la defensa de las islas en el siglo XVII.
En Santa Catalina, en donde según la leyenda el pirata Henry Morgan dejó enterrados partes de sus tesoros, no hay ninguna clase de vehículo automotor y sus tierras están dedicadas a la ganadería y al cultivo de frutales y palmas de coco.
La temperatura promedio es de 25°C, la economía se basa en el turismo y la pesca. Las islas tienen agua potable, servicio de energía eficiente, servicio telefónico e Internet. Prepárese para disfrutar de unas vacaciones con caminatas, degustar comida con sabor caribeño, pasar largo tiempo en la playa o en la contemplación, nadar, hacer snorkeling, bucear o practicar algún deporte náutico sin ninguna prisa.
Being in Providence is given the opportunity to slow down your rhythm, let your thinking flow, feel the breeze, the sea, and sensuality. Its 18 km2 of extension has abundant vegetation and a few intervened; the same is happening in Kethleena, a small island of 1 km2, just 100 meters from Providence. They are united by the Lovers floating bridge, which was constructed over a canal created in Spanish colonial times to protect the islands.
The beauty of these islands is breathtaking. They have volcanic origin and coral coast. There are a number of natural attractions such as the sea and mangrove forests, you breathe fresh air, there are natural trails, most of the buildings are traditional, its people are mostly Raizals, friendly, the beaches are calm and surrounded by vegetation, you can still see the ruins of fortification that were built to defend the islands in the XVII century.
In Kethleena, where according to legend, pirate Henry Morgan left part of his treasures buried. There is no type of motor vehicle and their lands are used for livestock and the cultivation of fruit trees, and coconut palms.
The average temperature is 25 ºC, the economy is based on tourism, and fishing. The islands have potable water, energy efficient service, telephone, and Internet service. Get ready to enjoy hiking, tasting food with Caribbean flavor, spend a long time on the beach or in contemplation, swimming, snorkeling, diving, or doing water sports without any rush.
Providence and Kethleena
Como llegar / Directions
A Providencia se llega desde San Andrés en avioneta en 20 minutos de vuelo.
Directions
To Providence you get in 20 minutes from San Andres in plane.
Directions
To Providence you get in 20 minutes from San Andres in plane.
Hospedaje / Lodging
Los hoteles son pequeños y casi todos conservan una arquitectura tipo cabañas con vista al mar que brinda un ambiente tranquilo y de comunión con la naturaleza. Algunos cuentan con servicio Internet. Existen también las posadas nativas para un turismo informal, dan la ventaja de convivir con una familia providenciana y acercarse a las costumbres de los nativos.
Lodging
Hotels are small and almost everyone preserve a cottage type architecture with view to the sea that provides a quiet atmosphere and with communion with nature. Some have Internet service. You also have native lodges for informal tourism that gives you the advantage of living with a Providence family, and get closer to the customs of the natives.
Lodging
Hotels are small and almost everyone preserve a cottage type architecture with view to the sea that provides a quiet atmosphere and with communion with nature. Some have Internet service. You also have native lodges for informal tourism that gives you the advantage of living with a Providence family, and get closer to the customs of the natives.
Fort Warwick
El primer asentamiento se inició en 1627 por puritanos ingleses. Las nombraron Old Providence y Saint Cataline. Iniciaron la explotación agrícola, resucitaron la piratería contra España y se dedicaron al tráfico de esclavos llevados desde la Isla de Tortuga.
En 1641, una flota española, despachada desde las costas de Colombia, en ese entonces colonia española la Nueva Granada, se tomó las islas y los habitantes fueron expulsados. Desde entonces y por 36 años el dominio de las islas cambió de manos españolas a inglesas e incluso, holandesas reiteradamente. En 1670, el pirata Henry Morgan (quien ya había visitado la isla en 1660) se tomó Providencia, atacó a Panamá y saqueó a Santa Marta.
En 1677 ambas coronas perdieron el interés por las islas hasta que en 1730 se inicia un nuevo proceso de colonización por personas del Caribe británico, Gran Bretaña y esclavos llevados del oeste de África. En 1789 la Corona Española recuperó el Archipiélago. Esta vez permitió a la población, de origen inglés principalmente, permanecer en las islas.
A principios del siglo XIX, en plena lucha de Independencia en Colombia, las islas cayeron en el mandato del francés Louis Aury quien se sumó a la causa de libertar a Colombia de la corona española a pesar de sus intenciones iniciales de anexar las islas a las Repúblicas de Buenos Aires y Chile. En 1810 la Nueva Granada alcanza la independencia, el Archipiélago se emancipa en 1818 y en 1822 se adhiere a la Nueva Granada.
En 1912 se declaró Intendencia al Archipiélago de San Andrés, Providencia y Santa Catalina. En 1953, con la declaración de Puerto Libre, inició una inmigración que se ha asentado especialmente en San Andrés afectando el modo de vida y el paisaje.
En 1991 el territorio insular fue declarado Departamento Archipiélago de San Andrés, Providencia y Santa Catalina.
En el 2000 la UNESCO las designó Reserva Mundial de la Biósfera "Seaflower" por su gran riqueza natural. En 2011 la población de Providencia representó un papel importante en la oposición a la exploración de petróleo que pretendía realizar el Gobierno nacional en territorio marino.
Providencia y Santa Catalina mantienen mayoritariamente un paisaje natural, pues su población ha logrado entrar en una dinámica de turismo y desarrollo sostenible manteniendo un proceso amable con el medio ambiente. Hoy Providencia se proyecta como el destino turístico más atractivo del Caribe, en un plan de gobierno nacional, departamental y municipal.
History of Providence and Kethleena
The first settlement began in 1627 by English Puritans. They named them Old Providence and Kethleena. They began farming, resurrected piracy against Spain, and engaged themselves in slave trade brought from the Island of Tortuga.
In 1641, a Spanish fleet, dispatched from the coast of Colombia, then it was called Spanish colony of New Granada, took the islands and the inhabitants were expelled. From then and for 36 years, the dominion of the islands changed from Spanish hands to English, and repeatedly, Dutch. In 1670, the pirate Henry Morgan (who had already visited the island in 1660) took Providence, attacked Panama, and looted Santa Marta.
In 1677, both crowns lost interest of the islands until 1730 starts a new process of colonization by British Caribbean people, Britain, and slaves brought from West Africa. In 1789, the Spanish Crown recovered the Archipelago. This time allowed the population, mainly of English origin, to remain on the islands.
In the early XIX century, in a struggle for independence in Colombia, the islands fell within the mandate of French Louis Aury, who joined the cause of freeing Colombia from the Spanish crown despite initial intentions to annex the islands to the Republics of Chile and Buenos Aires. In 1810, New Granada got its independence, the Archipelago is emancipated in 1818, and in 1822 it joined the New Granada.
In 1912, the Archipelago was declared Municipality of San Andres, Providence, and Kethleena. In 1953, with the declaration of Freeport, immigration began that has settled especially in San Andres affecting the way of life and landscape.
In 1991, the island territory was declared Departmental Archipelago of San Andres, Providence, and Kethleena. In 2000, UNESCO designated to them World Biosphere Reserve "Seaflower" for its great natural wealth. In 2011, the population of Providence played an important role in opposing oil exploration that the National Government intended to carryout in marine territory.
Providence and Kethleena remain mostly a natural landscape, as its population has managed to enter in a dynamic of tourism and sustainable development, maintaining a friendly process with the environment. Today, Providence is projected as the most attractive tourist destination in the Caribbean, in a national government plan, departmental, and municipal.
En 1641, una flota española, despachada desde las costas de Colombia, en ese entonces colonia española la Nueva Granada, se tomó las islas y los habitantes fueron expulsados. Desde entonces y por 36 años el dominio de las islas cambió de manos españolas a inglesas e incluso, holandesas reiteradamente. En 1670, el pirata Henry Morgan (quien ya había visitado la isla en 1660) se tomó Providencia, atacó a Panamá y saqueó a Santa Marta.
En 1677 ambas coronas perdieron el interés por las islas hasta que en 1730 se inicia un nuevo proceso de colonización por personas del Caribe británico, Gran Bretaña y esclavos llevados del oeste de África. En 1789 la Corona Española recuperó el Archipiélago. Esta vez permitió a la población, de origen inglés principalmente, permanecer en las islas.
A principios del siglo XIX, en plena lucha de Independencia en Colombia, las islas cayeron en el mandato del francés Louis Aury quien se sumó a la causa de libertar a Colombia de la corona española a pesar de sus intenciones iniciales de anexar las islas a las Repúblicas de Buenos Aires y Chile. En 1810 la Nueva Granada alcanza la independencia, el Archipiélago se emancipa en 1818 y en 1822 se adhiere a la Nueva Granada.
En 1912 se declaró Intendencia al Archipiélago de San Andrés, Providencia y Santa Catalina. En 1953, con la declaración de Puerto Libre, inició una inmigración que se ha asentado especialmente en San Andrés afectando el modo de vida y el paisaje.
En 1991 el territorio insular fue declarado Departamento Archipiélago de San Andrés, Providencia y Santa Catalina.
En el 2000 la UNESCO las designó Reserva Mundial de la Biósfera "Seaflower" por su gran riqueza natural. En 2011 la población de Providencia representó un papel importante en la oposición a la exploración de petróleo que pretendía realizar el Gobierno nacional en territorio marino.
Providencia y Santa Catalina mantienen mayoritariamente un paisaje natural, pues su población ha logrado entrar en una dinámica de turismo y desarrollo sostenible manteniendo un proceso amable con el medio ambiente. Hoy Providencia se proyecta como el destino turístico más atractivo del Caribe, en un plan de gobierno nacional, departamental y municipal.
History of Providence and Kethleena
The first settlement began in 1627 by English Puritans. They named them Old Providence and Kethleena. They began farming, resurrected piracy against Spain, and engaged themselves in slave trade brought from the Island of Tortuga.
In 1641, a Spanish fleet, dispatched from the coast of Colombia, then it was called Spanish colony of New Granada, took the islands and the inhabitants were expelled. From then and for 36 years, the dominion of the islands changed from Spanish hands to English, and repeatedly, Dutch. In 1670, the pirate Henry Morgan (who had already visited the island in 1660) took Providence, attacked Panama, and looted Santa Marta.
In 1677, both crowns lost interest of the islands until 1730 starts a new process of colonization by British Caribbean people, Britain, and slaves brought from West Africa. In 1789, the Spanish Crown recovered the Archipelago. This time allowed the population, mainly of English origin, to remain on the islands.
In the early XIX century, in a struggle for independence in Colombia, the islands fell within the mandate of French Louis Aury, who joined the cause of freeing Colombia from the Spanish crown despite initial intentions to annex the islands to the Republics of Chile and Buenos Aires. In 1810, New Granada got its independence, the Archipelago is emancipated in 1818, and in 1822 it joined the New Granada.
In 1912, the Archipelago was declared Municipality of San Andres, Providence, and Kethleena. In 1953, with the declaration of Freeport, immigration began that has settled especially in San Andres affecting the way of life and landscape.
In 1991, the island territory was declared Departmental Archipelago of San Andres, Providence, and Kethleena. In 2000, UNESCO designated to them World Biosphere Reserve "Seaflower" for its great natural wealth. In 2011, the population of Providence played an important role in opposing oil exploration that the National Government intended to carryout in marine territory.
Providence and Kethleena remain mostly a natural landscape, as its population has managed to enter in a dynamic of tourism and sustainable development, maintaining a friendly process with the environment. Today, Providence is projected as the most attractive tourist destination in the Caribbean, in a national government plan, departmental, and municipal.
Nuestra Riqueza / Our Heritage
El Pueblo Raizal / The Raizal Heritage
Es una mezcla maravillosa de las herencias del pueblo indígena Miskito, del pueblo negro de la África ancestral y del pueblo blanco de la Europa conquistadora que piso sus tierras como puritanos, piratas, corsarios y bucaneros.
It is a wonderful mix of the inheritance of the Miskito indigenous people, the black people of ancestral Africa and the white people of conquering Europe that arrived to these lands as Puritans, pirates, corsairs and buccaneers.
It is a wonderful mix of the inheritance of the Miskito indigenous people, the black people of ancestral Africa and the white people of conquering Europe that arrived to these lands as Puritans, pirates, corsairs and buccaneers.
Su Cultura / It´s Culture
La música, la gastronomía, las artesanías, las danzas, la religión, la pesca, la agricultura, todas las manifestaciones del pueblo raizal siguen siendo el reflejo de sus raíces. Pero además, la comunidad mantiene una estrecha relación con la naturaleza. Ella sigue siendo la que manda en este territorio. El agua, cualquiera que sea su origen y el viento, cualquiera que sea su procedencia, son dos elementos determinantes en el diario vivir de los isleños.
Music, gastronomy, handicrafts, dances, religion, fishing, agriculture, all manifestations of the Raizal people remain the reflection of their roots. But in addition, the community maintains a close relationship with nature. Nature´s rule remains law in this territory. Water and wind, despite their precedence are two determining elements in the islanders' daily life.
Music, gastronomy, handicrafts, dances, religion, fishing, agriculture, all manifestations of the Raizal people remain the reflection of their roots. But in addition, the community maintains a close relationship with nature. Nature´s rule remains law in this territory. Water and wind, despite their precedence are two determining elements in the islanders' daily life.
Su Naturaleza / It´s Nature
Providencia y Santa Catalina islas están formadas por diferentes ecosistemas como son los bosques de manglar, las formaciones coralinas, las praderas de pastos marinos y una pequeña extensión de bosque seco tropical.
Providencia and Santa Catalina islands are formed by different ecosystems such as mangrove forests, coral formations, seagrass beds and a small area of tropical dry forest.
Providencia and Santa Catalina islands are formed by different ecosystems such as mangrove forests, coral formations, seagrass beds and a small area of tropical dry forest.
En Tierra / It´s Land
Por ser de origen volcánico cuentan con el mejor de los recursos que la naturaleza da, el agua. Desde sus altos picos descienden hasta el mar corrientes importantes de agua dulce, por eso en sus bosques se encuentra una gran variedad de hierbas medicinales, aromáticas y gastronómicas, además de un sinnúmero de flores, frutas, árboles maderables, entre otras muchas especies. En esas mismas montañas se dan cita aves unas endémicas, otras migratorias; incluso en sus cayos aledaños, más exactamente en los Tres hermanos, se reúne una de las comunidades de fragatas o man of war, como los llaman los isleños, del Caribe occidental. También se encuentran dentro su fauna un buen número de lagartos, una especie de rana, tortuga terrestre y dos especies de culebra boa.
Being of volcanic origin, this land has the best of the resources that nature gives, water. From its high peaks, important streams of fresh water descend to the sea, so in its forests there is a great variety of medicinal, aromatic and gastronomic herbs, as well as countless flowers, fruits, timber trees, among many other species. Endemic birds and other migratory birds meet in these same mountains; They also dawdle in our surrounding keys, more precisely in the Three Brothers, one of the communities of frigates or “man of war”, as the islanders call them, of the Western Caribbean.
This lands also shelter a good number of lizards, a species of frogs, land turtles and two species of boa snake.
Being of volcanic origin, this land has the best of the resources that nature gives, water. From its high peaks, important streams of fresh water descend to the sea, so in its forests there is a great variety of medicinal, aromatic and gastronomic herbs, as well as countless flowers, fruits, timber trees, among many other species. Endemic birds and other migratory birds meet in these same mountains; They also dawdle in our surrounding keys, more precisely in the Three Brothers, one of the communities of frigates or “man of war”, as the islanders call them, of the Western Caribbean.
This lands also shelter a good number of lizards, a species of frogs, land turtles and two species of boa snake.
Cangrejo Negro / Black Crab
El Concejo municipal de Providencia y Santa Catalina por medio del Acuerdo 015 de 2000, artículo 47, declaró al cangrejo negro el animal representativo del municipio y bien de interés social. Entre los meses de abril y julio, miles de cangrejos negros, Gecarcinus ruricola, bajan desde las montañas y cruzan la carretera circunvalar para desovar en el mar y luego regresar a partes más altas. La bajada del cangrejo negro es un espectáculo de la naturaleza único de las islas y un ejemplo en conducta ecoamigable por parte de los isleños, quienes observan una veda de 4 meses tanto de recolección como de consumo.
The Municipal Council of Providencia and Santa Catalina through Agreement 015 of 2000, Article 47, declared the black crab representative of the municipality and a species of social interest. Between the months of April and July, thousands of black crabs, Gecarcinus ruricola, descend from the mountains and cross the ring road to spawn in the sea and then return to higher parts. The descent of the black crab is a spectacle of the unique nature of the islands and an example of eco-friendly behavior on the part of the islanders, who observe a 4-month ban on both collection and consumption.
The Municipal Council of Providencia and Santa Catalina through Agreement 015 of 2000, Article 47, declared the black crab representative of the municipality and a species of social interest. Between the months of April and July, thousands of black crabs, Gecarcinus ruricola, descend from the mountains and cross the ring road to spawn in the sea and then return to higher parts. The descent of the black crab is a spectacle of the unique nature of the islands and an example of eco-friendly behavior on the part of the islanders, who observe a 4-month ban on both collection and consumption.
En el Mar / In the Sea
La mayor riqueza del mar de las islas es la barrera arrecifal que las protege. En ella la fauna propia del mar Caribe se presenta en toda su magnitud. Uno de los lugares que se debe visitar es Point Reaf o el faro, el punto en donde empieza o termina, depende cómo se mire, el arrecife de coral.
El mar de los siete colores alberga un número casi infinito de peces vistosos, rayas, tortugas, delfines y tiburones. Por ello se ha convertido es destino de los amantes del buceo.
La vegetación marina alrededor de los cayos es variada, y cuenta con tres especies de algas y dos de pastos marinos.
The barrier reef it’s both the island protector and most wonderful nature spectacle. In it, the fauna of the Caribbean Sea is presented in all its magnitude. One of the places to visit is Point Reaf or the lighthouse, the point where it starts or ends, depending on how you look at it, the coral reef.
The sea of seven colors is home to an almost infinite number of colorful fish, rays, turtles, dolphins and sharks. This is why it has become a destination for diving enthusiasts.
The marine vegetation around the keys is varied, and has three species of algae and two of seagrasses.
El mar de los siete colores alberga un número casi infinito de peces vistosos, rayas, tortugas, delfines y tiburones. Por ello se ha convertido es destino de los amantes del buceo.
La vegetación marina alrededor de los cayos es variada, y cuenta con tres especies de algas y dos de pastos marinos.
The barrier reef it’s both the island protector and most wonderful nature spectacle. In it, the fauna of the Caribbean Sea is presented in all its magnitude. One of the places to visit is Point Reaf or the lighthouse, the point where it starts or ends, depending on how you look at it, the coral reef.
The sea of seven colors is home to an almost infinite number of colorful fish, rays, turtles, dolphins and sharks. This is why it has become a destination for diving enthusiasts.
The marine vegetation around the keys is varied, and has three species of algae and two of seagrasses.
Lugares para conocer y disfrutar
Places to know and to visit
Fresh Water Bay o Bahía de Agua Dulce
A esta bahía llegan afluentes de agua dulce provenientes de las partes más altas de la isla. Sus pequeñas playas están rodeadas de vegetación y la arena es de origen volcánico, fina y gris. Aquí se concentra la mayoría de servicios turísticos: restaurantes, bares, tiendas de artesanía, buceo, alquileres de vehículos, tours por vía terrestre y marítima.
At this bay comes a freshwater tributary that comes from the highest parts of the island. Its small beaches are surrounded by vegetation and the sand is of volcanic origin, fine and gray. Here is where most tourist services are located such as: restaurants, bars, artisanal stores, diving, car rentals, tours by land and sea.
At this bay comes a freshwater tributary that comes from the highest parts of the island. Its small beaches are surrounded by vegetation and the sand is of volcanic origin, fine and gray. Here is where most tourist services are located such as: restaurants, bars, artisanal stores, diving, car rentals, tours by land and sea.
South West Bay o Bahía Suroeste
Cerca de Bahía de Agua Dulce está Bahía Suroeste, la playa más extensa de la isla en donde la arena es coralina. Invita a la contemplación, a tomar el sol y a refrescarse en el calmado mar. En sus alrededores hay restaurantes, hoteles, servicios de buceo y actividad de pescadores artesanales. Los sábados tienen lugar las tradicionales carreras de caballos.
Near Freshwater Bay is Southwest Bay, the largest beach of the island where the sand is coral. Invites contemplation, to sunbathe, and refresh yourself in the calm sea. In its surroundings there are restaurants, hotels, diving services, and artisanal fishermen activities. On Saturdays the traditional horse race takes place.
Near Freshwater Bay is Southwest Bay, the largest beach of the island where the sand is coral. Invites contemplation, to sunbathe, and refresh yourself in the calm sea. In its surroundings there are restaurants, hotels, diving services, and artisanal fishermen activities. On Saturdays the traditional horse race takes place.
Bahía de Manzanillo o Manchineel Bay
En esta bahía abundan árboles de manzanillo que desprenden un olor dulce y proveen de sombra. Su playa, una de las más admiradas, es de origen coralino y allí se disfrutan platos de comida típica y música tradicional en vivo en algunos bares.
Is a bay of abundant trees that gives off a sweet smell and provide shade. The beach, one of the most admire, is of coral origin, and there you enjoy typical dishes, and live traditional music in some bars.
Is a bay of abundant trees that gives off a sweet smell and provide shade. The beach, one of the most admire, is of coral origin, and there you enjoy typical dishes, and live traditional music in some bars.
Almond Bay
En los alrededores del sector de Providencia conocido como Camp se localiza Almond Bay. La entrada del sendero que lleva a la playa está marcada con un enorme pulpo. Es una playa pequeña, pero a diferencia de las otras, el mar que a ella llega trae consigo buen oleaje.
In the surroundings of the sector of Providence known as Camp is located Almond Bay. The entrance to the path leading to the beach is marked with a huge octopus. It is a small beach, but unlike the others, the sea that comes to it brings good swell.
In the surroundings of the sector of Providence known as Camp is located Almond Bay. The entrance to the path leading to the beach is marked with a huge octopus. It is a small beach, but unlike the others, the sea that comes to it brings good swell.
Fort Beach
En Santa Catalina, en el camino hacia la cabeza de Morgan, se encuentra una de las playas más lindas de Colombia. Es pequeña y sombreada hasta entrada la tarde, pero además es el punto de partida de un acuario natural. En sus alrededores se encuentran cuevas y cavernas, y en su mar se pueden observar una gran variedad de peces. Es el lugar ideal para la práctica del snorkling.
In Santa Catalina, on the way to the head of Morgan, there is one of the most beautiful beaches in Colombia. It is small and shaded until late afternoon, but it is also the starting point of a natural aquarium. In its surroundings there are caves and caverns, and in its sea you can see a variety of fish. It is the ideal place for snorkeling.
In Santa Catalina, on the way to the head of Morgan, there is one of the most beautiful beaches in Colombia. It is small and shaded until late afternoon, but it is also the starting point of a natural aquarium. In its surroundings there are caves and caverns, and in its sea you can see a variety of fish. It is the ideal place for snorkeling.
Mirador Andén volando / Anden Volando Viewpoint
Es un bello mirador de madera desde donde se observa la caída del sol en el horizonte marino. Tiene una extensión de 300 m y conecta al centro de Providencia con Free Town.
Anden Volando Viewpoint
It is a beautiful wooden viewpoint from where you can observe the sunset on the ocean horizon. It has an area of 300m and connects downtown Providence with Free Town.
Anden Volando Viewpoint
It is a beautiful wooden viewpoint from where you can observe the sunset on the ocean horizon. It has an area of 300m and connects downtown Providence with Free Town.
Parque Temático Lazy Hill / Lazy Hill Theme Park
El parque, ubicado en Lazy Hill o San Felipe, evoca la época de piratas y muestra la sabiduría del navegante.
The park is located in Lazy Hill or San Felipe which evokes the era of pirates and shows the wisdom of navigators.
The park is located in Lazy Hill or San Felipe which evokes the era of pirates and shows the wisdom of navigators.
Cabeza de Morgan / Morgan’s Head
En Santa Catalina se encuentra una formación rocosa natural que a lo lejos parece una escultura; para los isleños, la cabeza del pirata Morgan. Se aprecia en la ruta por mar de Providencia hacia Santa Catalina.
In Kethleena you find a formation on natural rock that from a distance it looks like a sculpture. For islanders, it is the head of pirate Morgan. It is seen on route from Providence to Kethleena by sea.
In Kethleena you find a formation on natural rock that from a distance it looks like a sculpture. For islanders, it is the head of pirate Morgan. It is seen on route from Providence to Kethleena by sea.
Fort Warwick
Es el punto en Santa Catalina desde donde se defendían las islas en época de las luchas armadas por su posesión. Hay cañones y abajo está la pequeña y linda playa Fort Beach.
It is a point in Kethleena where islands use to defend themselves in time of armed struggles for its possession. There are canyons and below is the small and beautiful Fort Beach.
It is a point in Kethleena where islands use to defend themselves in time of armed struggles for its possession. There are canyons and below is the small and beautiful Fort Beach.
Puente de los Enamorados
Es uno de los atractivos turísticos más representativos del destino. El Puente de los Enamorados conecta a Providencia y Santa Catalina, a través de una estructura flotante con barandas pintada de colores vivos y caribeños. Tiene un túnel estrecho que permite el paso de las lanchas. El puente, cuya longitud es de 180 metros aproximadamente, fue construido sobre el canal Aury, el cual fue dragado por los piratas en el siglo XVII para proteger ambas islas de los invasores. Hoy es sitio obligado para conocer y caminar de la mano de su enamorado o enamorada.
It is one of the most representative tourist attractions of the destination. The Lovers Bridge connects Providence and Santa Catalina, through a floating structure with handrails painted in bright and Caribbean colors. It has a narrow tunnel that allows the passage of small boats. The bridge, whose length is approximately 180 meters, was built above Aury´s Channel, which was dredged by pirates in the XVII century to protect both islands from invaders. Today is a must visit site to know and walk hand in hand with your beloved.
It is one of the most representative tourist attractions of the destination. The Lovers Bridge connects Providence and Santa Catalina, through a floating structure with handrails painted in bright and Caribbean colors. It has a narrow tunnel that allows the passage of small boats. The bridge, whose length is approximately 180 meters, was built above Aury´s Channel, which was dredged by pirates in the XVII century to protect both islands from invaders. Today is a must visit site to know and walk hand in hand with your beloved.
Parque Nacional Mcbean Lagoon / Mcbean Lagoon National Park
Mcbean Laggon es una reserva natural de 1500 hectáreas de las cuales 905 son marinas. Fue declarada parque nacional natural en 1996. Lo integran un ecosistema de manglar, parte de la barrera de arrecifes, una laguna con pastos marinos, Crab Cay o Cayo Cangrejo, Three Brothers Cay y una extensión de bosque seco donde hay cactus, palma papta y en donde aproximadamente se pueden ver 56 especies de aves migratorias.
Cayo Cangrejo es un pequeño islote perfecto para rodear haciendo snorkeling y para divisar la majestuosidad del mar. Se llega en lancha y está ubicado frente a las costas de Providencia, cerca de la Bahía Ganet.
Mcbean Lagoon is a natural reserve of 1500 hectares of which 905 are marines. It was declared Natural National Park in 1996. It is composed of a mangrove ecosystem, part of the barrier reef, a lagoon with sea grass, Crab Cay, Three Brothers Cay, and an area of dry forest where you find cactus, palm papta, and you can observe approximately 56 species of migratory birds.
Crab Cay is a small cay ideal to go around snorkeling and to overlook the majesty of the sea. You can reach there by boat and it is located in front of the coasts of Providence, near the Ganet Bay.
Cayo Cangrejo es un pequeño islote perfecto para rodear haciendo snorkeling y para divisar la majestuosidad del mar. Se llega en lancha y está ubicado frente a las costas de Providencia, cerca de la Bahía Ganet.
Mcbean Lagoon is a natural reserve of 1500 hectares of which 905 are marines. It was declared Natural National Park in 1996. It is composed of a mangrove ecosystem, part of the barrier reef, a lagoon with sea grass, Crab Cay, Three Brothers Cay, and an area of dry forest where you find cactus, palm papta, and you can observe approximately 56 species of migratory birds.
Crab Cay is a small cay ideal to go around snorkeling and to overlook the majesty of the sea. You can reach there by boat and it is located in front of the coasts of Providence, near the Ganet Bay.
Reserva Forestal The Peak o El Pico
The Peak es el punto más alto de Providencia. Tiene 360 m sobre el nivel del mar y desde allí se ve toda la isla: la inmensidad del mar, la barrera arrecifal, la represa y casi toda la isla. En este lugar nacen las fuentes de agua que nutren de agua dulce al territorio, es representativa de bosque seco y punto de observación de aves y reptiles. Se llega a pie en tres horas aproximadamente.
The Peak is the highest point in Providence. It has 360 m above sea level and from there you see the entire island, the immensity of the sea, the barrier reef, the dam, and most of the island. In this place, water source is born that feed fresh water to the territory. It is representative of dry forest, a bird and reptiles observation point. You can reach on foot in approximately 3 hours.
The Peak is the highest point in Providence. It has 360 m above sea level and from there you see the entire island, the immensity of the sea, the barrier reef, the dam, and most of the island. In this place, water source is born that feed fresh water to the territory. It is representative of dry forest, a bird and reptiles observation point. You can reach on foot in approximately 3 hours.
Actividades Turísticas / Tourist Activities
Senderos Ecológicos
En cada caminata se observan paisajes ricos en fauna y flora: plantas medicinales, gastronómicas y aromáticas, arbustos, árboles frutales, cangrejos y lagartijas, entre otros. Algunos senderos son:
- Entre Lazy Hill y Salt Creek: una caminata de dos horas para internarse en la isla y alejarse de la periferia.
- Entre las playas de manzanillo y suroeste: ochocientos metros en los que se ven plantas frutales y animales endémicos.
- Entre Fort Bay y la cabeza de Morgan: se encuentran diversos reptiles y aves multicolores en 350 metros de distancia.
Ecological Trails
In every walk you observe rich landscapes in fauna and flora such as: Medicinal plants, gastronomy, aromatic, arbutus, fruit trees, crabs, and lizards, among others. Some trails are:
Between Lazy Hill and Salt Creek: a two hour walk to go into the island and stay away from the periphery.
Manchineel Bay and Southwest Bay: 800 meters in which you see fruit trees and endemic animals.
Between Fort Bay and Morgan´s head: You wi
- Entre Lazy Hill y Salt Creek: una caminata de dos horas para internarse en la isla y alejarse de la periferia.
- Entre las playas de manzanillo y suroeste: ochocientos metros en los que se ven plantas frutales y animales endémicos.
- Entre Fort Bay y la cabeza de Morgan: se encuentran diversos reptiles y aves multicolores en 350 metros de distancia.
Ecological Trails
In every walk you observe rich landscapes in fauna and flora such as: Medicinal plants, gastronomy, aromatic, arbutus, fruit trees, crabs, and lizards, among others. Some trails are:
Between Lazy Hill and Salt Creek: a two hour walk to go into the island and stay away from the periphery.
Manchineel Bay and Southwest Bay: 800 meters in which you see fruit trees and endemic animals.
Between Fort Bay and Morgan´s head: You wi
Buceo y Snorkeling
Hay sitios para el buceo y snorkel como cayos y arrecifes de coral en diferentes puntos. La visibilidad, la temperatura tibia del agua así como las corrientes suaves hacen de la natación, el snorkel y el buceo, actividades que se pueden realizar con un alto grado de seguridad y satisfacción.
Algunas de las especies que se ven en las expediciones de buceo o snorkel solo habitan en estas latitudes. Además se encuentra una alta diversidad de corales vivos, lo que asegura, junto a las especies de animales, un espectáculo submarino lleno de color, movimiento y brillo.
Para tomar cursos de buceo de un día o de certificación y realizar expediciones debe contactarse con centros profesionales de buceo, los cuales la mayoría se encuentran ubicados en la Bahía de Agua Dulce.
Diving and Snorkeling
There are sites for diving and snorkeling such as cays and coral reefs at different points. The visibility, warm water temperature as well as mild currents, makes swimming, snorkeling, and diving, activities that can be performed with a high degree of safety, and satisfaction.
Some of the species that are seen in diving and snorkeling expeditions, only lives in these latitudes. In addition, there is a high diversity of live corals that ensures together with animal species, an underwater show full of color, movement, and brightness.
To take diving courses for a day or for certification, and carry out expeditions, you must contact professional diving centers, most of which are located in Freshwater Bay.
Algunas de las especies que se ven en las expediciones de buceo o snorkel solo habitan en estas latitudes. Además se encuentra una alta diversidad de corales vivos, lo que asegura, junto a las especies de animales, un espectáculo submarino lleno de color, movimiento y brillo.
Para tomar cursos de buceo de un día o de certificación y realizar expediciones debe contactarse con centros profesionales de buceo, los cuales la mayoría se encuentran ubicados en la Bahía de Agua Dulce.
Diving and Snorkeling
There are sites for diving and snorkeling such as cays and coral reefs at different points. The visibility, warm water temperature as well as mild currents, makes swimming, snorkeling, and diving, activities that can be performed with a high degree of safety, and satisfaction.
Some of the species that are seen in diving and snorkeling expeditions, only lives in these latitudes. In addition, there is a high diversity of live corals that ensures together with animal species, an underwater show full of color, movement, and brightness.
To take diving courses for a day or for certification, and carry out expeditions, you must contact professional diving centers, most of which are located in Freshwater Bay.
Una Vivencia Histórica
Desde el puente de los enamorados, que une a Providencia y Santa Catalina, un guía los lleva por parajes de Santa Catalina hasta llegar al Fuerte Warwick. Se podrá maravillar con la arquitectura caribeña, la flora y fauna, y en especial con la historia sobre descubridores, puritanos y bucaneros contada a la manera local. En este tour, se conoce además la elaboración del aceite de coco y existe la oportunidad de nadar y carretear por aguas cristalinas.
A historical experience
From the lover’s bridge that joins Providence and Kethleena, a guide leads you through landscapes of Kethleena until you reach Fort Warwick. You may be amaze with Caribbean architecture, flora and fauna, and especially the story about explorers, buccaneers, and Puritans told in the local manner. On this tour, you will know the process of making coconut oil and there is the opportunity to swim and snorkel in crystal waters.
A historical experience
From the lover’s bridge that joins Providence and Kethleena, a guide leads you through landscapes of Kethleena until you reach Fort Warwick. You may be amaze with Caribbean architecture, flora and fauna, and especially the story about explorers, buccaneers, and Puritans told in the local manner. On this tour, you will know the process of making coconut oil and there is the opportunity to swim and snorkel in crystal waters.
Navegar alrededor de las Islas
Una forma de entender la relación de los isleños con el mar es embarcarse en una lancha y navegar alrededor de las islas para observar desde fuera del territorio terrestre, los emblemas de estas islas: la Cabeza de Morgan, el Puente de los Enamorados, el Parque Natural McBean Lagoon. En este tour de un día, se hacen paradas en Cayo Cangrejo, donde podrá caretear, y en las playas de Suroeste y Manzanillo, perfecto para tomar un delicioso almuerzo típico y disfrutar de la tranquilidad de las playas.
Sailing around the islands
One way to understand the relationship of the islanders with the sea is to embark on a boat and sail around the islands to observe from outside the land territory, the emblems of these islands: Morgan’s Head, Lovers’ Bridge, and McBean Lagoon Natural Park. On this one-day tour, you make stops at Crab Key, where you can snorkel, and on the beaches of Southwest and Manchineel Bay, are a perfect place for a delicious typical lunch, and enjoy the tranquility of the beaches.
Sailing around the islands
One way to understand the relationship of the islanders with the sea is to embark on a boat and sail around the islands to observe from outside the land territory, the emblems of these islands: Morgan’s Head, Lovers’ Bridge, and McBean Lagoon Natural Park. On this one-day tour, you make stops at Crab Key, where you can snorkel, and on the beaches of Southwest and Manchineel Bay, are a perfect place for a delicious typical lunch, and enjoy the tranquility of the beaches.
Conocer la vida de los Nativos
En un tour guiado por Providencia y Santa Catalina; conozca cómo viven los isleños y déjese encantar por la arquitectura y 12 sectores tradicionales. Pase y observe por iglesias que son patrimonios arquitectónicos, sitios de artesanías, el Fuerte Warwick y el Malecón de los Enamorados.
Knowing the life of natives
In a guided tour of Providence and Kethleena; know how islanders live and let yourself be enchanted with the traditional architecture and 12 traditional sectors. Pass by and observe churches that are architectural heritage, craft sites, Fort Warwick, and Lover's Malecon.
Knowing the life of natives
In a guided tour of Providence and Kethleena; know how islanders live and let yourself be enchanted with the traditional architecture and 12 traditional sectors. Pass by and observe churches that are architectural heritage, craft sites, Fort Warwick, and Lover's Malecon.
Ir de Pesca
Con un capitán - guía es posible irse de pesca y conocer de la propia voz de los pescadores artesanales, sus aventuras en el mar. Dependiendo de la época, podría pescar pargos, barracudas, meros u otras especies de las que se pescan comúnmente en estas aguas y que son vitales para la alimentación de los isleños, así como parte de la actividad económica de la población. Para planes de pesca deportiva con Mosca, spinnnig y de arrastre, el visitante deberá contar con cañas y carretes.
Go fishing
With a captain or guide, it is possible to go fishing and hear from the voice of the artisanal fishermen, their adventures at sea. Depending on the time, you could catch snappers, barracudas, groupers, and other species of fish that are commonly found in these waters, which are vital food for islanders, as well as part of the economic activity of the population. For sports fishing plans with artificial bait, spinning, and trawling, visitors must have rods and reels.
Go fishing
With a captain or guide, it is possible to go fishing and hear from the voice of the artisanal fishermen, their adventures at sea. Depending on the time, you could catch snappers, barracudas, groupers, and other species of fish that are commonly found in these waters, which are vital food for islanders, as well as part of the economic activity of the population. For sports fishing plans with artificial bait, spinning, and trawling, visitors must have rods and reels.
Conocer el arte local en la Sala de Arte
En Providencia, en el sector de High Hill, entre agua dulce y suroeste, está La Sala, un lugar donde puede conocer obras plásticas y visuales de artistas locales, pues permanentemente hay exposiciones de pintura, escultura, esmaltado sobre cerámica, cuero pirograbado, fotografías y videos.
Know the local art in the art room
In Providence, in the area of High Hill, between Freshwater and Southwest Bay, you will find La Sala, a place where you can find plastic and visual Works of local artists; since permanently there are exhibition of paintings, sculpture, varnish on ceramics, leather pyrography, photos, and videos.
Know the local art in the art room
In Providence, in the area of High Hill, between Freshwater and Southwest Bay, you will find La Sala, a place where you can find plastic and visual Works of local artists; since permanently there are exhibition of paintings, sculpture, varnish on ceramics, leather pyrography, photos, and videos.
Providencia de Noche
La noche es fresca y el silencio permite escuchar el rumor de la brisa, las olas y el movimiento de las hojas. Se puede disfrutar de un buen reggae y cóctel en manzanillo, en Santa Isabel o en bares de la isla.
Providence at night
The night is cool and the quietness allows you to hear the sound of the wind, the waves, and the movement of the leaves. You can enjoy a good reggae and cocktail in Manchineel Bay, Santa Isabel, or at bars on the island.
Providence at night
The night is cool and the quietness allows you to hear the sound of the wind, the waves, and the movement of the leaves. You can enjoy a good reggae and cocktail in Manchineel Bay, Santa Isabel, or at bars on the island.
Recomendado
* Hacer una excursión por Santa Catalina y visitar las playitas escondidas y las zonas rocosas con cavernas plagadas de murciélagos.
* Hacer un tour en kayak alrededor de Santa Catalina.
* Caminar, transportarse en bicicleta o moto y disfrutar cada rincón de la isla de una manera amable con el medio ambiente.
Recommended
* Make a tour of Kethleena and visit hidden beaches and rocky areas with caves full of bats.
* Make a kayak tour around Kethleena
* Walk, get around on bike or motorcycle, and enjoy every corner of the island in a friendly manner with the environment.
* Hacer un tour en kayak alrededor de Santa Catalina.
* Caminar, transportarse en bicicleta o moto y disfrutar cada rincón de la isla de una manera amable con el medio ambiente.
Recommended
* Make a tour of Kethleena and visit hidden beaches and rocky areas with caves full of bats.
* Make a kayak tour around Kethleena
* Walk, get around on bike or motorcycle, and enjoy every corner of the island in a friendly manner with the environment.