Anawa Expeditions
Journey Through Colombia’s Wild North While Making a Difference
Explore. Connect. Create Impact.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the most remote and stunning regions on Earth.
Explore the wild beauty of La Guajira, Colombia where golden deserts meet turquoise Caribbean waters. Enjoy beach sunsets, cultural encounters, and real adventure while giving back to the communities and animals that call this land home. Choose from two unique expeditions that combine travel, purpose, and lasting memories.
Choose Your Expedition
Venture into Colombia’s wild north, where desert meets the Caribbean and every day feels like a discovery.
ANAWA Project invites you to uncover one of the most awe-inspiring corners of South America through immersive expeditions that combine off-the-beaten-path travel, cultural encounters, and purposeful action.
Guajira Experience
4 Days / 3 Nights
This journey is designed for travelers looking to connect with Colombia’s natural beauty, vibrant culture, and meaningful impact. A short trip with a lasting purpose.
- Stay in our comfortable Casa ANAWA guesthouse (Riohacha City)
- Discover stunning destinations such as Palomino, Mayapo Beach, the Manaure Salt Flats, and the Flamingo Sanctuary
- Join a hands-on veterinary mission to assist animals and support local communities
- Take part in workshops and activities with Wayuu communities
Donation: USD 300
Includes travel insurance, accommodation, breakfast, lunch, all activities and 4×4 transportation.
Available Dates (2025):
May 23 – 26, June 20 – 23, August 22 – 25, September 19 – 22, October 24 – 27, November 21 – 24, December 12 – 15
Are you traveling with a group?
Need different dates? Contact us!
Alta Guajira Mission
7 Days / 6 Nights
An epic adventure across the most stunning and untouched landscapes in Colombia. Travel deep into the Alta Guajira desert, sleep under the stars, and contribute to meaningful community work every step of the way.
- Hike through La Macuira National Park
- Visit Punta Gallinas – the northernmost point of South America
- Discover Cabo de la Vela, one of the most breathtaking places in Colombia.
- Walk the majestic dunes of Taroa
- Stay in remote hostels and Wayuu communities
- Assist with animal care missions and community programs
Donation: USD 750
Includes travel insurance, accommodation, all meals, all activities and 4×4 transportation.
Available Dates (2025):
July 11 – 17 , November 13 – 19
Are you traveling with a group?
Need different dates? Contact us!
Who Is This For?
Curious travelers, adventurers, students, solo wanderers, and anyone seeking a deeper, more meaningful way to explore Colombia.
No experience is needed, just an open mind and a passion for discovery.
Why Travel with Us?
Every expedition funds change. All profits go directly to supporting our four life-changing programs.
Anawa Project is a non-profit organization working year-round in La Guajira, Colombia, delivering spay & neuter campaigns, veterinary care, and ongoing support to animals in some of the most remote and underserved areas of the region.
When you join one of our expeditions, you’re not just traveling, you’re becoming part of the solution.
Your participation directly funds and empowers our four core programs:
Disclaimer: Donation with Social Purpose
Anawa Project is a legally registered nonprofit organization in Colombia. Our primary mission is to provide veterinary care to animals in critical condition in La Guajira, and to promote animal welfare and community education in vulnerable regions.
The experiences offered by Anawa Project, such as the “Guajira Experience” and the “Alta Guajira Mission”, are not commercial tourism services. Participation is based on a voluntary donation, made with the sole purpose of funding the foundation’s social programs: SALVA, RUTA DEL BIENESTAR, SONRÍE Y APRENDE, and NUTRI.
As a gesture of appreciation, and as part of a meaningful, immersive experience, Anawa Project invites donors to actively take part in these expeditions, which include lodging, meals, and guided field activities that allow participants to witness the direct impact of their support.
Please note: Donations are non-refundable and will be fully directed to the execution of the foundation’s mission-driven work.