INDEX:
1. Terms and Conditions of Use of the Website
The purpose of this website is to provide tourist, cultural and service information related to the destination, promoting responsible and sustainable tourism practices.
Access to and use of this site implies full acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.
Use of the site
The user agrees to:
• Use the site in a lawful and respectful manner.
• Do not use the content for illegal, misleading or unethical purposes.
• Do not affect the functioning, security, or integrity of the site.
Contents
The published content is for informational purposes only. The project is not responsible for misinterpretations or decisions made solely on the basis of the information contained herein.
External links
This site may contain links to third parties. No responsibility is assumed for the content, policies, or practices of external sites.
Modifications
The project reserves the right to modify the contents and conditions of the site without prior notice.
2. Privacy Policy and Personal Data Processing
This website aims to provide tourist, cultural and service information related to the destination, promoting responsible and sustainable tourism practices.
No collection of personal data
This site does not request, collect, or store users' personal data through forms, registrations, subscriptions, or other direct information capture mechanisms.
Browsing the site is for informational purposes only and is anonymous.
3. Cookie Usage Policy
This site uses cookies to enhance the user experience and analyse site usage.
Cookies allow:
- Remember preferences
- Analyse browsing statistics
- Optimise site performance
Users may configure their browsers to accept or reject cookies. Continued use of the site implies acceptance of this policy.
4. Legal Notice / Disclaimer
The information contained on this site is presented for informational purposes and to promote responsible tourism.
The project does not guarantee the permanent availability of third-party services nor is it responsible for changes, cancellations or external conditions.
The use of the information is the sole responsibility of the user.
5. Visitor Code of Conduct
This destination promotes respectful, conscious and sustainable tourism. By visiting, you agree to:
- Respect the culture, traditions and worldview of local communities.
- Proteger el entorno natural y la biodiversidad.
- Reduce waste generation and unnecessary consumption.
- Comply with local and national regulations.
- Respect human rights, especially those of children and adolescents.
- Reject and denounce any form of commercial sexual exploitation of minors.
Responsible travel is a way of caring for the land and those who inhabit it.
6. Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Policy
This project promotes a model of tourism that:
- Contributes to the wellbeing of local communities.
- Protects natural and cultural heritage.
- Promotes fair relations between visitors and the territory.
- Promotes environmental and cultural education.
Sustainable tourism is a tool for development when managed ethically and consistently.
7. ESCMA Policy
1. Statement of principles
This tourism project expresses its absolute and explicit rejection of any form of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children and Adolescents (CSEA) and reaffirms its commitment to the comprehensive protection of the rights of children and adolescents, understanding that tourism must be an ethical, responsible activity that respects the territory and its communities.
The protection of children and adolescents is a responsibility shared between the State, businesses, local communities and visitors.
2. Applicable legal framework
This policy is based on current Colombian legislation, in particular:
- Law 679 of 2001, which prevents and punishes sexual exploitation of minors.
- Law 1336 of 2009, which reinforces ESCMA's prevention and control actions in the context of tourism.
- Law 1098 of 2006 – Children and Adolescents Code.
- Law 300 of 1996 – General Tourism Act.
The sexual exploitation of children and adolescents is a serious criminal offence punishable under Colombian law, regardless of the nationality of the offender.
3. Alcance de la política
This policy applies to:
- Domestic and international visitors.
- Tourism service providers.
- Operators, partners, collaborators, and suppliers involved in the project.
- Local community and regional stakeholders.
Ignorance of this policy does not exempt you from legal responsibility.
4. Tourism project commitments
The project undertakes to:
- Not to promote, facilitate, permit or tolerate under any circumstances activities related to the commercial sexual exploitation of minors.
- Clearly and visibly inform visitors and partners about the prohibition and penalties associated with ESCMA.
- Promote responsible tourism practices that protect children and adolescents in the region.
- Coordinate prevention actions with local and institutional actors where appropriate.
- Provide information on the available reporting mechanisms.
5. Visitors' responsibility
All persons visiting the destination or using tourist services must:
- Respect the rights of children and adolescents.
Refrain from any conduct that may constitute or facilitate sexual exploitation. - Do not remain silent in the face of suspicious or obvious situations of ESCMA.
Report any case, attempt or indication of commercial sexual exploitation of minors.
Tourism does not justify or mitigate this type of crime.
6. Prevention and awareness raising
As part of its commitment to sustainable tourism, the project promotes:
- Raising visitors' awareness of the importance of protecting children.
- Building a culture of shared responsibility and reporting.
- The recognition of tourism as a tool for development, not for the violation of rights.
Preventing ESCMA is an essential component of ethical and conscious tourism.
7. Reporting channels
Anyone who has knowledge of or suspects situations related to the sexual exploitation of children or adolescents can report them through the following official channels:
- Line 141 – Colombian Institute for Family Welfare (ICBF)
- Colombian National Police
- Competent local authorities
Reporting wrongdoing is an act of protection and social responsibility.
8. Final message
Responsible tourism begins with respect for life, dignity and human rights.
This destination firmly believes that protecting children and adolescents means protecting the future of the territory.
Zero tolerance for the commercial sexual exploitation of minors.
8. Copyright Policy and Use of Content
All content on this site (text, images, graphics, logos) is protected by copyright.
Total or partial reproduction without prior authorisation is prohibited.
9. Accessibility and Inclusive Use Policy
This site aims to be accessible to as many people as possible, promoting:
- Plain language
- Easy navigation
- Comprehensible content
Tourism should be an inclusive experience that respects diversity.