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Colombia tourism surge fuels regional economies and whale‑watching growth
Domestic tourism is becoming a primary engine for Colombia's regional economies, generating employment and supporting businesses such as hotels, restaurants, tour operators, small merchants, artisans, transporters and local guides. Government authorities and the tourism sector are advancing strategies to improve connectivity, upgrade infrastructure and promote new destinations, aiming to position Colombia as a leading regional tourism hub.
In the Pacific region, the annual arrival of humpback whales between July and October has turned whale‑watching into a key ecotourism attraction. In 2025, the towns of Nuquí and Bahía Solano together recorded just over 280 foreign visitor entries, a 35 % rise from 2024. National parks Utría and Gorgona welcomed more than 14,500 visitors, a 5.7 % increase, with 9,317 arrivals during the July‑October season accounting for 63 % of their yearly traffic. Paula Cortés Calle, executive president of ANATO, highlighted that the experience showcases Colombia's natural wealth while creating opportunities for local communities.
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ANATO · Bahía Solano · Colombia · Nuquí · Paula Cortés Calle
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Tourism creates jobs and supports hotels, restaurants, operators, merchants, artisans, transporters and guides. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 9,317 visitors arrived between July and October, representing 63 % of the annual traffic for the parks. laopinion.co
- [○ 1 SOURCE] In 2025, Nuquí and Bahía Solano recorded just over 280 foreign visitor entries, a 35 % increase over 2024. laopinion.co
- [○ 1 SOURCE] National parks Utría and Gorgona received more than 14,500 visitors in 2025, a 5.7 % increase over the previous year. laopinion.co
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Paula Cortés Calle, executive president of ANATO, said the whale‑watching experience showcases Colombia's natural wealth and creates opportunities for local communities. laopinion.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] Authorities are implementing strategies to improve connectivity, infrastructure and promote new destinations. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The humpback whale season in Pacific Colombia runs from July to October and attracts tourists. laopinion.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] Domestic tourism is a main driver for regional economies in Colombia. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com