Wayúu 3 Hammock

The most expensive hammock in the world: The Wayúu hammock

The Wayúu3 Hammock is hand-woven by authentic indigenous artisans who pour their heart and soul into each of these chinchorros. The technique used as well as the color combinations are unique and exclusive. Sitting talking with their families at the back of their houses, each artisan takes between 2 and 6 months (in some cases) to make these types of hammocks.

The Wayúu XXXL hammock: An artisanal treasure

Considered a wonderful treasure and a sophisticated form of rest, these are truly portable hanging beds where you can relax and sleep. Households who have had the privilege of acquiring these masterpieces have realized how fascinating it is to have it at home.

Purchasing a chinchorro is further support for the sustainable development of Wayúu communities. Thus this tradition is maintained and the artisans have the opportunity to generate a constant income with dignity.

The origin of the word "chinchorro"

This word dates back to the Chaima language, an indigenous language spoken in northeastern Venezuela. According to the German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, this word originally referred to a fishing net or hammock woven from plant fibers.

The Chaimas, an indigenous people living in the warm regions of Venezuela, used these nets for fishing and as beds or hammocks for resting. The history of the word "chinchorro" testifies to the cultural and linguistic richness of the indigenous peoples of the region.

One of the Wayuu legends, the Walekerü spider