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Tour Overview

Looking for a well-rounded introduction to Colombia? This eight-day adventure delivers it all. Be captivated by Cartagena’s Old Town, laze on palm-fringed Caribbean beaches and meet the locals who make Colombia one of the world's friendliest countries. Hike jungle trails in Tayrona National Park, learn about Indigenous reforestation initiatives and dive into the bold flavours of Afro-Colombian cuisine on a tasting tour in Cartagena. If you’re looking for an offbeat experience full of nature, authentic food and local connection, Explore Colombia is right up there with the best of them.

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Trip Code: GGSC

Start

Cartagena

End

Cartagena

Destination

Colombia

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

Private Bus, Public bus

Accommodation

Hotel (5 nights) Guesthouse (2 nights)

Days

8

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 12

Min Age

15

Style

Originali

Physical

3i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Explore a slice of Colombia’s Caribbean coast in Tayrona National Park. Hike through rainforest, kick back on white sand shores and freshen up with a quick dip.

  • Wander the flower-draped streets of Cartagena’s Old Town – a 16th-century walled city with well-preserved buildings, galleries, cafes and museums.

  • Get to know Colombian cuisine and hospitality on a street food crawl in Cartagena. Taste favourite local snacks like corn on the cob buns, chorizo sausage and shaved ice dessert.

  • Explore the intricate mangrove forest of La Boquilla on a canoe tour with a local fisherman. Float through tree tunnels and keep your eyes peeled for leaping fish and raccoons.

  • Spend time with the Kogui community to learn about their ancient connection to the land and get involved in an Indigenous reforestation project.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

Private Bus, Public bus

Accommodation

Hotel (5 nights) Guesthouse (2 nights)

Included activities

  • Cartagena - Orientation walk
  • Cartagena -La Boquilla Mangrove Tour
  • Santa Marta - Kogui Indigenous community & reforestation project visit
  • Tayrona National Park hike
  • Tayrona National Park - Entrance fee

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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