The beaches of the Bita River are one of the most visited natural settings in the department of Vichada; These white and yellow sand beaches that can be found every 500 m on the banks of the Bita River have become favorite tourist sites thanks to the diversity of activities that can be carried out there.
What activities can be done on the beaches of the Bita River?
Among the activities that can be carried out in these natural settings are: Bird watching, sport fishing, observation of local fauna and flora, nautical sports (kayak, canoeing, among others), beach sports (beach volleyball, soccer, among others). , observation of turtle nesting seasons, camping and of course bathing and relaxing in them.
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One of the spectacles that most often attracts the attention, especially of nature lovers, is the “spawning season” of the Galapagos, Terecay and Arrau turtles.
These natural spectacles occur during the months of: November and December for the Galapagos tortoises; January and February for terecay turtles; February and March for arrau turtles, which conclude the nesting season.
As part of the ichthyological wealth that can be observed from the beaches of the Bita River we have species such as; the blue arawuana (which is one of the cultural symbols of the vichada), the diamond cucha and the tiger catfish; and among the faunal wealth we have birds and mammals such as; black corocora, herons, curassows, stink turkeys, osprey, warblers, red tufted birds, foxes and tigers.
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The natural wealth of these settings, combined with the little human presence in their surroundings, have turned these places into sites of great interest for locals and tourists; who find in them the perfect space to relax and have fun.
Where are the beaches of the Bita River located?
The beaches of the Bita River are located on the banks of the Bita River, some 10 minutes from the capital of Vichada.
Playitas, Tres Bocas, Nimajay, Mantequero, Manantial, Manatí and La Esmeralda are some of the beaches that are located just 10 minutes from Puerto Carreño.
