We welcome you to one of the best-kept secrets of the Colombian Pacific Coast: NUQUÍ. Here, you can enjoy countless beaches, pristine tropical rainforest, waterfalls, hot springs, and one of the most diverse flora and fauna in the world. If you are looking for an exclusive paradise getaway to break your routine and immerse yourself in nature, LA KUKA is the ideal place.
With a design inspired by the jungle and the sea, LA KUKA offers an eco-sustainable refuge in harmony with the natural paradise that surrounds it. Our spacious and unique rooms provide privacy, comfort, and complete tranquility to our guests. Our energy is powered 100% by solar panels. Each room or cabin features a private bathroom and is equipped with mosquito nets, towels, hammocks, floral arrangements, and a terrace with a sea view. Accommodation includes three meals prepared by native cooks, a welcome cocktail, juices and coffee, common areas with hammocks, and a guided tour through the jungle and to a native community. The house is beachfront and suitable for the whole family, with moderate waves free of dangerous currents or rocks.
More than a hotel!
The Colombian Pacific coast is a unique place on the planet, ranking second in the world for biodiversity. Its extensive coastal area, filled with abundant solitude, harbors in its incredible beauty a pristine land where even time has been captivated and has surrendered itself in this lost paradise.
In this territory, the Emberá Katío indigenous people coexist with descendants of African races who migrated over 400 years ago. The Emberá, with their humble, simple, and introverted spirit, largely embody the silence that this place whispers into our ears. The Black race, descendants of African slaves who escaped the savagery of the Spanish during the conquest, found in this area the germination of a new Africa, bringing with them the rhythm, unwavering joy, and immense strength that characterize them. The Black community coexists with the Emberá, and today, faithful to the harmony that this land professes, they continue living together in peace.
With the arrival of new cultures, it is essential to strengthen bonds of cooperation. Health, education, and the reinforcement of identity are key for these inhabitants to overcome challenges and prepare for the voracious modern world. Here, all the inhabitants of the world will come together united by a shared spirit of kindness and beauty, thus composing the most valuable treasure of these spaces: its people.
Since the time of the conquest, new culinary traditions were also implemented. A great variety of Spanish and Arab products for food began to arrive, such as starch, almonds, brown sugar, oil, rice, capers, olives, saffron, garlic, basil, mint, anise, sesame, cloves, cinnamon, chickpeas, lentils, and honey.
Adding to the fusion of Spanish and indigenous cuisine was the contribution of the Black African ethnic group, who brought their own culinary proposals and improved regional cooking. We owe them the presence of fried ripe plantains, roasted bananas, green plantains in soups and stews, “aguapanela,” and “dulce de macho” on the dinner table, among other dishes.
The Chocó region is one of the richest in sea and river fish due to its abundant fluvial resources. The department’s coastlines, with Colombia’s most beautiful coves and bays, allow for a wealth of fish and seafood dishes that form the basis of the local diet. These are frequently accompanied by yam, cassava, boiled or fried plantains, and coastal cheese. Likewise, the breadfruit tree is often used in local kitchens; the flour extracted from its seeds is used to make egg-filled arepas, fritters, and jelly. Locals also hand-distill “biche” or sugarcane alcohol, which is said to have aphrodisiac and medicinal effects. It has been used for years to cure various diseases, ranging from controlling parasites to snake bites.
Among the dishes, the following are famous: “arroz atollado,” “arroz ‘arrecho’,” and “arroz con coco” (different types of rice dishes), “fiambre en tamal,” “piangua” (a type of clam), “churuleja,” fried fish, “jurel” (jackfish) stew, fish empanadas, various ceviches, and wild boar stew. For dessert, there’s rice pudding with coconut milk, “masitas” (small pastries), and coconut “panelitas” (fudge-like candies) with or without passion fruit.
ARCHITECTURE Our buildings are designed to minimize our environmental impact in every way. With high ceilings and open layouts, we create a naturally cool atmosphere without needing fans or air conditioning, all while providing shelter from the rain and wind.
RENEWABLE ENERGY Our refrigerators, electrical systems, and all lighting are powered by solar energy, which results in zero emissions and zero noise pollution. Because we rely on these renewable sources, we must minimize our energy demands. Therefore, we do not allow the use of high-power electrical appliances like hair dryers. However, you’re welcome to charge your mobile phones, cameras, and laptops.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT We have several septic tanks with filtration systems to treat our wastewater, which helps reduce odors and contamination. For this reason, we kindly ask our guests not to flush toilet paper or sanitary products. Please use the provided waste bins instead.
RECYCLING Regarding waste, we meticulously sort all the materials we generate, separating plastic, cans, glass, paper, cardboard, and organic waste. We compost the organic waste along with paper and cardboard. We use the glass to build coral reefs on the rocks just off our beach, and all other waste is taken back to Nuquí for proper disposal.
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