¡ANACONDA! 🐍 De CALI a BUENAVENTURA por el CAMINO VIEJO al MAR en la BMW R1300 GS | Episodio 244

Summary

The video chronicles a motorcycle adventure from Cali to Buenaventura on an old highway through the jungle. The narrator shares enriching conversations with locals about life in the isolated region, which suffers from armed conflict and natural disasters. Dangerous road conditions challenge the riders, but highlight the BMW motorcycle's capabilities. After arriving in Buenaventura, the narrator reflects on the realities of deep Colombia but remains enamored by the journey, landscapes and people. He concludes that divine providence always leads him back to Colombia despite intent to go elsewhere.

Takeaways

• 😀 The story is about a great motorcycle adventure from Cali to Buenaventura, Colombia along an old rugged road
• 🚴‍♂️ The narrator travels with his friend Simón, facing slippery terrain and a minor accident
• 🌿 The road goes through dense jungle and natural areas conserved due to the armed conflict
• 🏍️ The BMW motorcycle performs very well on the difficult terrain
• 💥 The travelers learn that the guerrillas recently took control of one town they passed
• 🗣️ They talk to various locals and learn about their lives near the conflict zones
• 😮 At one point they see a large orange snake called a 'petacona' on the road
• 🚢 After reaching Buenaventura, the narrator takes a boat to the beach town Juanchaco
• 🏖️ Juanchaco has beautiful scenery but a problem with plastic pollution on the beach
• 💗 The narrator reflects that he always finds his way back to Colombia, which feels like home

Q & A

What was the purpose of the motorcycle trip?

The purpose was to test how the motorcycle performed with a passenger and to have an adventure going through the old Cali to Buenaventura route.

Why did they take the old Cali to Buenaventura route?

They took the old route because it was less traveled, more adventurous, and went through areas of natural beauty and conservation.

What happened when they reached Aguaclara?

When they reached Aguaclara, they learned that the guerrilla had taken over the town 15 days prior, causing most of the residents to flee.

What were some of the risks they encountered along the way?

Some of the risks were slippery rock slabs, landslides, getting stuck, and potential encounters with armed groups.

How did the BMW motorcycle perform on the adventure?

The BMW R1300 GS performed very well overall. The new tires helped with traction on the slippery slabs.

What did the traveler conclude from the trip?

He concluded that talking to people along the way was enriching, the BMW motorcycle was great, and he wants to be more like his friend Simón when he grows up.

What was unique about Juanchaco?

Juanchaco was a small Pacific coastal town just starting to receive tourism for its natural beauty, friendly people, and proximity to a national park.

What was the cause of trash on the Juanchaco beach?

Sea currents brought trash from all over the world. Some was from irresponsible littering but much was out of locals' control.

How did the traveler feel about Colombia overall?

He felt continually drawn back to Colombia despite dangers, appreciating the people, nature, and that he always arrived somewhere unexpected.

What was the traveler's greatest takeaway?

His greatest takeaway was wanting to return to Colombia again and again, as the real danger was wanting to stay forever.