Curití smells of countryside and fibre: here fique, a tough-leaved agave, has been turned into sacks, rugs and crafts since colonial times.
Locals' favourite plan is Pescaderito, a spot of natural river pools where families arrive with a cooking pot for a classic 'paseo de olla'. If you're curious about the underground, Cueva de la Vaca and Cueva del Yeso are in the municipality too.
They call it 'the little town of mists and sunsets'. Buses leave from the Terminalito; ask the desk for times and how to get around once there.
What it feels like
A real working town, not a showcase: river Sundays, craftspeople and corner shops.
Ideal for
- A day of river and sun
- Craft lovers
- Seeing everyday small-town Santander
Facts with sources
- Fique
- Fique fibre work has been part of Curití's culture since colonial times and is used for crafts today.Source 2
- Pescaderito
- A bathing spot with natural pools between the El Carmen and El Común districts.Source 2
- Rivers
- The municipality is watered by the Chicamocha River and streams including the Curití and Cuchicute.Source 2
- Getting there
- Buses to Curití leave from San Gil's Terminalito.Source 1
What we don't know yet
We'd rather say so than make it up. The team confirms these with the operator:
- How to get from town to Pescaderito
- Bus times
- Pool conditions by season
Ask the front desk
- How do I get from town to Pescaderito?
- Where can I see fique workshops?
- Is it a good day for a river swim?
Safety & season
After rain, streams can rise fast: stay out if the water is murky or rising, and ask locals.
Sources
- This is Colombia Hostel, San Gil (property description, events, reviews) (opens in a new tab) — Hostelworld, retrieved 22 Oct 2026
- Curití (opens in a new tab) — Wikipedia (es), retrieved 22 Oct 2026
