Is Playa Taganga Worth the Hype? You Decide.

Playa Taganga is a small fishing village on the Caribbean coast of Colombia.

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It's known for its scuba diving opportunities.

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The beach itself is not particularly appealing.

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Reasons to avoid Playa Taganga include boat traffic.

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The sand is dirty due to exhaust fumes from the boats.

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The water is polluted due to the boat activity.

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There are constant peddlers trying to sell things.

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The beach has limited space due to the boats.

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Better options nearby include Playa Grande, Playa Cristal, and Bahia Conchia.

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