Waira refugio de la cocha | Established Campground

Colombia

WARNING: THIS PLACE IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED!

Details

Verified:
about 4 years ago
Altitude:
2787.0 masl
Website:
waira.co
Phone:
None

Amenities

Electricity:
Yes - At Sites
Wifi:
Yes - Average
Kitchen:
Yes
Restaurant:
No
Showers:
Hot
Water:
Yes
Toilets:
Running Water
Big Rig Friendly:
No
Tent Friendly:
No
Pet Friendly:
No
Sanitation Dump Station:
Unknown

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Description

*CLOSED

Beautiful location overlooking the lake. The parking/camping area is above the house which also has one dorm room and two private rooms available to stay in. There is also a private cabana being completed now. Jorge has a full kitchen available, washer and dryer for your clothes. he also has a kayak for use.
Jorge is a very welcoming host along with his two friendly dogs Cedela and Sam. The is a very peaceful and quiet place, with flowers and beautiful plants all over the property. You will not want to leave once you are here.
easier to back into the drive way.
dec. 18: 30k per night for two.

it's ok to bring a dog however one of his dogs is very dominant and does not get along with other dogs, therefore your dog has to stay at the parking.

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The place is closed for overlanders since 2020. We contacted the owner via whatsapp and he gave us that information.

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Beautiful camping location overlooking Laguna de la Cocha. The camping spot has water, perfect bathrooms and hot shower. Jorge is an amazing guest, full of energy and travelling advice. I would write before going in to check for other vehicles and large rogs, as the spce is not huge.

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Awesome place, beautiful location and Jorge is so friendly. We were able to use the kitchen and fireplace and that was so nice, especially since it rains a lot. Price is still 30k per night. Thanks again Jorge!

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We left, because you only can camp directly at the parking for the hotel, where therw is no view to the lake and its very small. We even could not turn arpund with our defender, because there where two more cars and had to drive out backeards.

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We had a lovely stay at Jorges place. We came unnanounced since we just take it as it goes. Jorge was very welcoming right away. We stayed in the little cabaña right at the lake. the place is beautiful and quiet.
We payed 30 mil Pesos per night for the two of us. There are hot showers and you can use the washing machine and dryer. there are two small shops for fruits and veggies close by. Jorge took us for a boot trip the first night which was great!

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Really lovely place on the lake. We didn’t get to stay as much as we hoped Bc we had to be up early to make it into Ecuador. Jorge is LOVELY- so kind and accommodating. He did our wash for us! $5 for a large load. Unfortunately he had guests so we didn’t get to use the cabana with the kitchen and the fireplace but still would highly recommend.

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Very beautiful view on the lake, clean toilets and hot shower. Very nice personnel. The two dogs are super friendly.
Please note, the phone number is 312 848 50 66

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I just had to return to this lovely place. Jorge wasn't there but Katherine spoilt me, too.I was even given an electric blanket- such luxury to climb into a warm bed.
The view, the garden, the perfect bathroom, hot water at the sink as well, an open fire at night and generous hospitality.
If only he could change the weather a little...

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Cold place but its worth it! Jorge wasn‘t there but Katherin was. She was super friendly and helpful. The silence is awesome!

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We have a C klasse of 7 meter, 25 feet and were not allowed to enter the parking lot.
So we stayed at Vista Hermosa next door.

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Such a nice place to stay after Trampolina del Muerte. Wish we could have stayed another night. We met Jorge on the road as he's currently doing an overlanding tour of Colombia. he recommended his place so we headed there. Manuel is taking care and has got to be one of the friendliest people we have met on the road. He wanted to take us on a tour of the lake butwe didn't have time. They do have a laundry machine there, unfortunately the power was out the night we were there so he said we shouldn't pay anything, but we insisted we pay at least 10k. usual price is 30k per vehicle

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Nice small place but friendly, . . .
Petit mais tres sympa, . . .

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One of the best places we stayed so far - even when it was cold and rainy. Juan, who currently takes care of the place for Jorge, was very nice and went fishing with us. The facilities are nice and quite new. Price is 30k per night. In case you want to call before going here is their number: ‭(321) 848-5066‬

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Jorge wasn't here, but Manuel was super helpful and the camping is excellent. We even got a nice tour around the lake in a boat for free! Be careful with the showers though, we had a propane explosion and lost some hair... 30k COP for two people, van, and power. Recommended.

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Nice place. Jorge is an amazing host. enough space for 4 to 5 Vans. Hot shower. Wifi at the van. Clean bathrooms.
You can take a boatride, hike or bike. Bring warm clothes, it's a bit cold up here.

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one of our best camping experiences in Colombia!

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FYI the camp area is only a small parking lot. There is no space to put out your awning/chairs/table if anyone else is there beside you. (There was one other overlander there when we arrived, plus Jorge keeps his van also in the lot.) Jorge is great and his house is lovely! But we camped next door where there is lots more space to spread out your stuff.

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There is nothing more to add, its just an awesom place. Only for small rigg ! We had a great stay feel very welcome.

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The place is magical with the amazing view and fireflies buzzing around in the evening. Jorge who often travels as overlander as well is a super nice host. Hot shower and use of the kitchen and living room area with a great view and cosy fireplace as mentionned before. Jorge has his own little jetty and offers to take you on trips on the lagoon. We wanted to go to a private reserve called Kindle that sounded great but due to weather conditions ended up going to a little town at the end of the lagoon. The guerilla had built twin towers as lookouts which are now a memorial site there. Great trip with Jorge as guide.

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Wow! the location, the place , the view and the host are truly amazing. A bit of an issue to get here (over 8km on the dirt, bumpy and narrow road).

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Jorge is a fantastic host! Hot shower, clean toilets, level parking lot to camp. You can use the kitchen of the house and sit in front of the cosy fire. Ask Jorge for hiking or fishing.
Thanks again, Jorge! We had a great time!

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Amazing place, super nice view and area and one of the most friendly host we have met along the way in South America! This place is perfect to chill and relax after a tiring border crossing for example :)

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The best campground we have been to so far. Incredible lakeview, amazingly friendly owner (Jorge) and super cute dogs. Hot showers, super nice, level parking ground, clean toilets. Couldn't ask for more as an overlander!
If you are in the area, make sure to stop by.
By far our favorite campground in Colombia!

Jorge, thank you again for your incredible hospitality. Hopefully we will meet again sometime in the future. :)

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this is an amazing place. all amenities described before are right, we have enjoyed a lot and chilled. The best thing of this place is the owner. He es is thrilling, awesome guy that will help you with anything you need and will talk to you until late near the fire about Colombia, his travels any will hear you travel history with great interest. O e of the best places we have been.

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Jorge is a lovely host really! We spend 2 nights at the parking lot next to his lovely VW combi while it was unussual cold, so Jorge invited us in the house to watch a world cup match, a warm cup of coffee (and with a little pain in his heart a tea for the lady). It is a nice place at the beginning or end of the death road of Colombia. Thanks Jorge for your hospitality!

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Google maps will take you right to the driveway, but maps.me gets confused. Lovely place, amazing, interesting and welcoming owner (Jorge). Definitely recommend.

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Jorge is an extremely welcoming host, and very generous. There is space for two medium or maybe three smaller vehicles. Level parking area. It rained while we were there but it was still relaxing to hang out, use the wifi, take small walks near the lake and have hot showers afterwards. After we left his place, we were down the road and slipped into a ditch and our van nearly fell over! Jorge came and helped us! I don't know what we would have done without his help! He enjoys life on the lake, and if he can, he will go out of his way to make sure you have a nice time.

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What else we can add to all these comments! The place is really beautiful and relaxing. Jorge is a great guy who loves traveling and sharing his stories with other people. And if you want to watch some world cup games he's got a projector and screen!

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A truly wonderful place. Jorge is the most wonderful host, warm, friendly and extremely helpful. He is an traveler himself and surely knows what overlanders need. Very hot showers, clean toilets (with paper!) and he even lets you use the kitchen and lounge (with fireplace) of his guesthouse. His enthusiasm for the environment and showing us around was unbelievable.
We can't recommend this place enough!!!

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One of the best places we been to! The owner is super friendly and helpful! he even took us on a boattrip. The restrooms and showers are very clean and he is building an outdoor kitchen for overlanders at the moment. he gave us a lot of ideas were to go in south America.
on top the view is unbelievable! totally recommended!

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Jorges place is open again now. Jorge is a fantastic host and great person. he has a amazing house right on the beautiful lake that he rents rooms in. We came with our van and slept in his parking area and could use the facilities of the house which are great. A definite place to stop!

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Jorge is open again! Highly recommend!

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WE ARE OPEN

Without a doubt the best Ioverlander of the lagoon: bathroom, hot shower, comfortable and safe parking, washing machine and dryer. Boat for fishing and to navigate the lagoon. Welcome

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CLOSED CLOSED UNTIL MARCH 2018. I am Jorge, the manager of Waira, I myself will be an Ioverlander for 6 months touring South America. I hope to be able to host all of you from March 2018. Greetings

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Wasn't able to camp here, welcomes only campers and guests at the hostal. Jorge is indeed very friendly, he offered breakfast on the house for the invonvenience.

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Stayed here three days in our small van and had a great time thanks to Jorge and the nice location.

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Best place to stay on the lake. We payed 10.000 pppn. Jorge is looking to buy a Rooftop Tent because he wants to travel with his car and his daughter. So if you are selling your Rooftop Tent, come by here and he will buy it!

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en la laguna la Cocha, con su muellecito, la lanchita lista para ir a hacer los mandados al pueblo, florecitas de colores adornan todo el lugar,... Acaso estoy en una película!, fue lo que dije al despertar, después de una noche serena, después de dos días de intenso trabajo en #kombiarmonia... El sitio se llama Waira, refugio de la laguna y su afortunado dueño jorge un viajero también me conoció vendiendo en el puerto de la laguna cocha y como buen apasionado de #kombis, la suya se llama primavera y ha recorrido América del Sur.. me invitó a conocer su maravilloso hostel con vista panorámica hacia la laguna, lo pueden conocer en www.waira.co, altamente recomendado, cuenta con habitaciones, servicio de lancha, paseos, lo tiene todo, mi top #numerouno en mejores paisajes de mi ruta.. #lagunalacocha #nariño #pasto #Colombia #paisajenumerouno #Waira #paz #naturaleza #silencio #pesca #paseos #paraisocolombiano

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First of all: Jorge the owner is very friendly and helpful (maybe because he lived some years in germany 😊). He speaks german and english very well. You can park your vehicle at the flat area obove the house/cabanas and you can use the toilet and the hot shower in the house. Not possible with big trucks. Wifi is available in the house and the parking lot. Jorge is the owner of a boat and maybe he drive with you to the lake for a tip. We disn't use it but i think you can have 110V at the parking.

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Joge is such a great loving colombian! he Lets you in the house and use everything in the kitchen, (tea, coffe, honey) the view from his couches is awesome, but the house is quite chilly (but also very cool! little wordplay) The showers are awesomely hot! it is insanly quiet, as the road to his house (as said for everyone accessible) is maybe used 5 time a day. jorge gave us a tranquil boatride at fullmoon, (without asking, he said we need to) his german is awesome as he spend some time in germany and you could probably ask him to Show you around too.
He gave me his Tools to repair something, but the exention court for electricity was quite sketchy, you decide if you want to plug your rig into that. He is planing to build shower and a toilet up at the parking Lot, for now you use the shower of one room. So if he is full, no shower for you :( but: toilet is seperate right next to the entry door.
the parkinglot is qite steep so you should back into it in case it rains when you leave. it is better to get out anyway. it has space for 3 vans, 2 rigs. it will become an overlander thing in the Future i forecast so call in advance, also to make shure because of the showers. oh and washer and dryer were free of Charge we used like 4 loads xD he has a guestbook, lovely entries but we forgot upon leaving -.- WE LOVED THIS OASIS!!!!

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Beautiful location overlooking the lake. The parking/camping area is above the house which also has one dorm room and two private rooms available to stay in. There is also a private cabana being completed now. Jorge has a full kitchen available, washer and dryer for your clothes.
Jorge is a very welcoming host along with his two friendly dogs Cedela and Sam. The is a very peaceful and quiet place, with flowers and beautiful plants all over the property. You will not want to leave once you are here.

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