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A Caribbean land full of Magic, where Everything is possible!
Colombia has rhythm in its blood. It is a country that makes you vibrate with its emotions, where you can choose the destination of your choice.
In its 1,141,748 km² of surface you can find landscapes as different as Andean peaks, virgin Caribbean coast, Amazon rainforest, archaeological ruins and colonial cities.
Colombia has everything for your ideal trip. You can enjoy adventure, cultural, community, gastronomic, meeting tourism and much more with the diversity of this country.
Tour ideas to visit Colombia by Theme
Planning a trip to Colombia is super interesting due to the wide variety of activities you can do. Surely you will find a thematic activity of your preference.
From the huge virgin beaches with sea turtles and humpback whales in Buenaventura to the immensely diverse green heart of the country of ancient forests, colossal skies and thundering waterfalls, Colombia awaits you with a travel style to suit you.
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Tour ideas to visit Colombia by Duration
It doesn’t matter if you plan to visit Colombia for 2 days or for more than 15! It is a country so rich in experiences that it adapts to you perfectly. Whether it is a quick visit to modern Medellin, to the region of majestic coffee-scented mountains, or to the most beautiful colonial city in the world, Cartagena de Indias.
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Travel Tips
Our main travel tips to enjoy a complete experience in Colombia.
Learn more about the best season to visit this destination, currency, electrical connections,
means of transport and much more!
Colombia with its 1,141,748 km² of surfaceis is the the fourth-largest country of South America.
Its continental territory occupies the nothwest part of the continent and limits to the northwest by Panama; to the east by Venezuela and Brazil; to the south by Ecuador and Peru.
The People
Colombia is the second happiest country in the world, surpassed only by the Fiji islands, according to an annual survey conducted by Gallup, WIN and the Consulting Center.
It has a population of 49.65 million inhabitants, it is a multi-ethnic society, because of that the culture is so diverse, unique and fascinating wherever you go. As you travel, you may notice the cultural nuances among regions.
The Language
The official language is Spanish, but in some regions we can also find a lot of indigenous languages, belonging to each territory.
However, it is possible to communicate in English at the three, four and five star hotels.
Best time to go
One of the most surprising things about Colombia is the unchanging nature of its climate all year round. This is because the country is located on the Equator, which means the sun rises and sets at the same time all year round and the season stays the same, unlike almost every other country in the world. There are just two seasons: dry & rainy. The topographical diversity of Colombia provides a huge variety of landscapes, biodiversity and thermal floors.
High Season
(dec-feb)
Best time for excursions.
Busy season. More expensive prices.
Sunny and warm days in the Andes.
Rain in the Amazon.
Mid Season
(mar-sep)
Best time and place to see whales.
Rainy season in Bogotá, MedellĂn and Cali.
Cartagena with heavy rains in May.
Low Season
(oct-nov)
Ideal for the Amazon and beaches.
Cheaper prices everywhere.
Flooded roads in the Andean region.
Rains in Cartagena and the Caribbean coast.
Useful travel tips to Colombia.
Documentation
A valid Passport.
Most countries in America and
Western Europe do not require a visa.
Insurance information.
Currency
Peso Colombiano.
Major credit cards are widely accepted.
Packing
Colombian flights allow, as their restrictions are limited to 50 pounds (23 kg) per person.
Clothing
Loose clothing, preferably cotton, for hot and humid areas.
Hat & Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher).
Waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
Insect repellent & personal medications.
Altitude Sickness
It is not unusual in the mountains.
Take it easy and try not to do anything too strenuous.
Check with your doctor before coming if in doubt.
Electricity
Colombia: 110 V – 60 Hz.
Easy to find power adapters and voltage regulators.
Plugs Type A and B
How to get there?
Colombia can be reached by flying, road, river or sea. Is located at the extreme of the north occidental of South America, with an area of 1.141.748 Km2, it has coasts at Pacific and Atlantic. Crossed from South to North by the Andes Mountain.
Discover its geographical diversity, the landscapes, the variety of climates of each region of Colombia.
Air Transportation
Most visitors arrive by plane at the airports of Bogotá, MedellĂn, Cartagena or Cali.
Sailing
By Sea: Some cruises visit Colombia, at the ports of Cartagena, Santa Marta. Numerous sailboats sail between the Panamanian ports of Portobelo, El Porvenir or ColĂłn and Cartagena. It is a popular way to get to the country and usually stops at the San Blas islands.
By Land
From Brazil and Peru: The only border crossing is through Leticia. Leticia can be reached by boat from Iquitos (Peru) and Manaus (Brazil). The plane is the only way to go from Leticia to the rest of Colombia.
From Ecuador: You can cross in the Pan-American Highway between Tulcán (Ecuador) and Ipiales (Colombia)
From Venezuela: There are four border crossings. The most used is the one that connects San Antonio del Táchira (Venezuela) and Cúcuta (Colombia), on the main Caracas-Bogotá route.
Another well-traveled pass in ParaguachĂłn, on the highway from Maracaibo (Venezuela) to Maicao (Colombia). It is a good resource if you want to go from Venezuela to the Colombian Caribbean coast.
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