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Overview
Having languished in the tourist wilderness for almost two decades, Colombia has come back with a vengeance, rapidly earning a reputation as one of the most exciting new travel destinations in South America. Discover the countries palm-fringed Caribbean beaches, snow-capped Andean peaks, national parks and rainforests that beggars belief, with one of our Colombia tours. From the cosmopolitan streets of Bogotá, to the cobbled alleys of its colonial outposts, you can indulge in everything ...
Having languished in the tourist wilderness for almost two decades, Colombia has come back with a vengeance, rapidly earning a reputation as one of the most exciting new travel destinations in South America. Discover the countries palm-fringed Caribbean beaches, snow-capped Andean peaks, national parks and rainforests that beggars belief, with one of our Colombia tours. From the cosmopolitan streets of Bogotá, to the cobbled alleys of its colonial outposts, you can indulge in everything on your Colombia holidays, from mud bathing in volcanoes, trekking on glaciers or sipping Cuba Libras in the bars of Cartagena. The only South American country with a coastline on both the Pacific and the Caribbean, Colombia lies just to the south of Panama, providing the gateway between South and Central America. Hemmed in on three sides by Venezuela, Brazil and Ecuador, it was named in honour of Christopher Columbus, despite the fact that Columbus never actually visited the country. Infused with an almost dream-like quality that obviously inspired the author, Gabriel García Márquez, Colombia offers up a vast array of activities from jungle walks and archaeological ruins, to mountain treks, whale watching and coffee plantations. After so long in the wilderness, a trip to Colombia is a must for any traveller.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF COLOMBIA
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DAYTRIP TO CHINGAZA NATIONAL PARK
Take a private guided visit to Parque Nacional Natural Chingaza, one of the most important national parks within reach of the capital that preserves the unique paramo ecosystem. During the hike look out for hummingbirds, deer, the Andean Condor.
ENJOY A HISTORIC TOUR OF BOGOTÁ
Take a walking tour around the city’s histoic centre, La Candelaria, admiring its Spanish colonial buildings admiring the architecture the churches and cathedral. You can also stop for a visit at the excellent Gold Museum for a lesson in pre-colonial history.
Island hop in Rosario
The Rosario Archipelago is a far cry from the uninspiring beaches of Cartagena. Hop between the islands’ secret white sand beaches and snorkel in the turquoise surrounding this national park.
ATTEMPT THE LOST CITY TREK
This five-day trek isn’t for the faint of heart as the heat and humidity make it quite a challenging journey through the tropics in search of Colombia’s “Machu Picchu”, known as La Ciudad Perdida (The Lost City).
GET MERRY DURING A RUM TASTING
Enjoy a rum tasting at a local bar whilst learning about the history of the drink in the Americas and Colombia. Whilst witnessing part of the distillation process, you will also become familiar with the differences in flavour and strength.
EXPERIENCE A COFFEE FARM TOUR
Witness and learn each step required to grow and process coffee beans. Walk around the plantation at one of the area’s long-standing coffee fincas (farm) and round off the experience with tasting of different coffee preparations, grinds and roasts.
TRY YOUR HAND AT A POTTERY CLASS
Visit a local workshop in quaint Raquira village, famous for its ceramics by the Muisca culture established well before the arrival of the Spanish. Learn the techniques of this centuries-old tradition in an optional pottery class.
WALK AROUND A RURAL COLONIAL TOWN
Take in the hidden corners of this quaint colonial town with its white-washed buildings and cobbled streets via a walking tour. As well as offering a glimpse into a traditional rural town, this is also one of Colombia's best-preserved historic villages.
ENJOY TAYRONA’S PROTECTED BEACHES
With rainforest meeting Caribbean beaches and the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the background it's no surprise that Tayrona National Park is Colombia’s most visited national park. Hike through the forest to reach its protected beaches.TOP PLACES TO VISIT
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TRAVEL GUIDE TO COLOMBIA
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USEFUL INFORMATION
Health and Vaccinations
There are no mandatory immunisations for travellers to Colombia though you should be up to date with Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio and Hepatitis A. For some regions you require a Yellow Fever Certificate. There are mosquito borne diseases presently in Colombia such as Malaria and Zika is present in some parts of Colombia so we recommend you seek advice from your local GP or travel centre as to the correct immunisations and/or preventative treatments.
Officially visitors to the Tayrona National park only need to show a Yellow Fever certificate if they have visited Brazil or certain West African countries in the previous 6 months. However, on occasions overzealous park wardens can request this documentation from all visitors. As a precaution we suggest that guests are up to date with their YF vaccination and must present their certificate if requested. Although unlikely to happen, there is a small risk that failure to have your certificate may hold up the entrance process to the National park or entry could be denied.
Currency
In Colombia the official unit of currency is the Colombian Peso (COP).
To check out the latest exchange rate for the places that you are visiting you can go to www.oanda.com.
Cultural Sensitivity
On our tours you will frequently interact with local people, each with their own distinct customs and traditions. We therefore ask you to be considerate and to treat them with respect. Your tour-leaders and guides will always be able to advise you accordingly.
In the churches and cathedrals women should cover their heads with a scarf or hat, while men should take their hats off.
Language & Religion
Colombia’s official language is Spanish although those dialects and languages spoken by other ethnic groups are also considered official in their territories. The dominant faith in the country is Catholicism and although the country has a very colourful history they are often very devout in their beliefs.
Time
Colombia is 5 hours behind GMT.
A useful website to check the time zone differences is www.worldtimezone.com.
Food and drink
Food and drink play a big part in Colombian culture – please do not expect to lose any weight on this trip! But do just be prepared as breakfast can be a bit repetitive usually eggs, bread and coffee. The diet is also quite meat orientated, so vegetarians may struggle. In Colombia, hot chocolate is still a staple in almost every Colombian home, accompanied by Colombian pastries, bread, cheese and even eggs.
COLOMBIA REVIEWS

Rosita Sherrard
When asked why I love Colombia, I always say it is so beautiful and the people are so welcoming and generous

Claire Dobbs
This breathtakingly beautiful and vibrant country has so much to offer... Every day brings a new adventure

Alan Witty
I had wanted to visit Colombia for some years. Your itinerary was definitely superior to the others I was considering

Jackie Brown
I would just like to say "Thank you" for a fantastic trip to Colombia. The itinerary was so varied

Damian Atkinson
Colombia is a revelation. What a wonderful country and a fantastic trip! Wild Frontiers showed us so much

Marcus de Deus Silva
Colombia is an undiscovered destination which adds an extra edge of the unknown to it

Jenny Howard
I loved Colombia. Every day had a highlight for me

Martin & Rachel Fisher
Colombia is a wonderful country. We tagged on the Festival Tour on to the end of our honeymoon – and it is a trip that we…

Brigitte & David Whiting
Thank you for a wonderful tour of Colombia which more than filled our expectations

Margaret Miles
A very well organised tailor-made trip to Colombia, with a great variety of places to see and things to do....

Caroline Proud
The Viva Colombia tour is an excellent introduction to the country in two weeks.

Mary Wang
Colombia is absolutely the most beautiful country and with a guide like Alex we were in the safest and nicest of hands,…

Ronald Murray
A fascinating country. The rolling hills and coffee plantations bely its history and drug related past. The wonderfully…

Catherine Wilkinson
My first Wild Frontiers trip blew my expectations away - I'm not sure I'll be able to cope travelling with other…