Boga

Boga is a tourism-oriented mobility system conceived for the municipality of Tumaco, designed to foster meaningful connections between visitors and the everyday life, culture, and biodiversity of Colombia’s Pacific Region. The system comprises a specialized vessel and a network of tourism routes that facilitate immersive experiences. The vessel is designed in accordance with eco-design principles, incorporating recycled materials, and is developed through participatory design processes that enable customization according to local contexts and needs.

Tumaco, a coastal municipality in the department of Nariño, is characterized by a constellation of islands that link tropical forests with marine environments, hosting a rich diversity of terrestrial and marine species. Tourism constitutes a key component of the local economy and presents significant opportunities for community-based development. In this context, the Boga vision concept proposes an integrated production model that combines diverse capabilities: a metallic laminated structure manufactured by COTECMAR, complemented by customizable wooden components produced by the local community. This approach highlights the potential for collaborative value creation, local empowerment, and sustainable tourism development.

A low-resolution prototype of the vision concept Boga. The authors are Jaisson Galindo, Miguel Navarro, and Maria Paula Pacheco. The image was captured by Esteban Rios, and the model was created by Felipe Páez.