Turbo

Turbo is an important point of connection for travelers moving between Antioquia and the Caribbean area of Chocó. Its location makes it a common departure point for those heading to the beaches of the Gulf of Urabá, the waterways of the Bajo Atrato, or destinations such as Acandí, Sapzurro, and Capurganá.

Although it sits on the coast, Turbo is not a place with attractive beaches to spend several days. Instead, it serves as the starting point for routes leading to more appealing coastal landscapes and to the mangrove and wetland ecosystems that define this part of the country. From here, travelers can arrange river journeys along the León and Atrato Rivers, as well as visits to small communities settled among canals and floodplains.

The town also offers a close look at local life through its food, markets, and nearby rural settlements, where visitors can better understand the agricultural dynamics and traditions present in the region. It is also a convenient base for those traveling through agricultural areas or seeking to understand the productive landscape of Urabá.

Accommodation and services

Turbo offers simple, practical hotels in the town center and lodging near the port for short stays. These options are ideal for travelers who need to rest before continuing on to the Caribbean coast of Chocó, the northern beaches of Urabá, or the natural reserves of the Bajo Atrato. In rural sectors such as Currulao, visitors can also find quieter countryside accommodations.

A key point to explore the region

Turbo plays an essential role: it provides access to some of the most diverse landscapes of the Colombian Caribbean. From here, routes by sea and river connect travelers with beaches, mangroves, wetlands, and communities that depend on these ecosystems. It is a practical and strategic place to start any journey through Urabá and the Chocó coastline.

And even so, those who choose to spend one or two nights in Turbo are often surprised by the friendliness of the people and the everyday life of the town.