Colombia’s northern Caribbean coast is one of the most popular areas for travelers and is dominated by backpackers enjoying all this area has to offer. It’s easy to see why this region is so popular with beautiful beaches, cultural experiences, diverse cities, unique landscapes and great hiking. Three weeks is ample time and will allow you take your time and make more stops along the coast line but I spent two weeks in Northern Colombia and I managed to see the highlights and not feel too rushed. I started my Colombian journey in Sapzurro, a small tranquil coastal town on the Panamanian border. I arrived to Colombia via the San Blas Islands (see my post about the San Blas Islands), so we stopped for lunch on the beach in Sapzurro before heading on to Capurgana for the night. Capurgana is a short 15 minute boat ride from Sapzurro and very similar. These towns have a relaxed Caribbean vibe and jungle backed beaches. They are off the beaten track and there isn’t too much to do there so I wouldn’t recommend visiting them unless you are arriving from the San Blas Islands or…