Things to do in  Colombia

This is one of the best tours I’ve ever done! We learned so much, not only about coffee beans, how to make the drink, and cacao: but also about bamboo, and wildlife and nature in Colombia. We saw waterfalls, had an amazing lunch at Jungle Joe’s, and I made some friends on the tour. Loved it!!

Diego was a fantastic guide, and I really enjoyed my few hours with him. His English is fluent and he is knowledgeable about all matters Colombian: art; history; politics; architecture; wildlife etc. I cannot recommend Diego enough, and on my next trip to Bogotá will definitely look him up for another tour.

This tour was a great way to see a small Colombian village. It also included a delicious lunch. Walking the stairs at the rock is easier than you may think, but still is a great workout. My tour guide Alejandra was very knowledgeable and very pleasant. I highly t recommend this tour.

Camila was great even before we started the tour! We were glad for the the customization of the tour , information about the attractions, and conversation about life that we had during those four hours. This tour truly highlights why bogota is a place to go on any trip to Colombia!

Had a wonderful time learning about the history of Pablo Escobar and seeing some of the key sights around Medellin. The tour of Comuna 13 was absolutely amazing, great way to experience the real Colombian culture. Andres was a great guide, was nice to be able to speak with him in Spanish and English. Would definitely recommend this tour!

What a great experience! The class was so organized, well presented and delicious. The school cared about cleanliness, which during COVId, is imperative. The food we prepared was tasty and it was so nice to see a personal look at Colombian cuisine. Definitely recommend!

We had a great private transfer from Santa Marta to Cartagena with Juan. He spoke good English and was a safe driver who knew the fastest way to get there. It took us about 4 hours since there was a little bit a traffic but was overall a nice and scenic drive. Would go with this company again when I’m back in Colombia! Thank you!

Probably one of the best day trips we did during our stay in Colombia! Our guide was called Mateo, he was so friendly, knowledgeable and spoke very good English (the tour was in Spanish and English so he explained everything twice). We first stopped for breakfast, then visited the rock, then the town of Guatape, then lunch, then in the afternoon we took the boat across the river and got to see one of pablo escobars burnt down mansions. The trip was so well organised and we got a lot of free time to just wonder and explore on our own with clear meet up times etc. The 2 meals included were very tasty- a traditional Colombian breakfast and lunch! Mateo even gave us all a Colombian bracelet on the way home, he really made it special! Definitely recommend this tour- was also one of the cheaper ones we saw!

Amazing! We had a local guide who spoke perfect English, he even showed us his family home and told us personal stories about growing up in the community. He was very passionate! So vibrant, lots of street performers which you could chose to watch and tip or not. The price was so cheap for the trip, included a bus getting there and a Colombian ice lolly!

A must do. We had a great time. The area that was exclusive to our group was more private than other areas which prevents from being hassled by vendors and massage therapist. You will still see some of them around because they have to earn a living but it could be a bit overwhelming. The water was rocky in the area so bring water shoes. But if you like water activities such as jet ski, banana boats and private tours to other island in the area this is the place to be. Clear blue waters. Beautiful. Just make sure to take Colombian pesos to tip. The tour guide and the service was great. Not for our elders. Hard to get into beach area, very rocky and have to go downhill to get in and uphill to come out of the beach area.

Thanks for such an excellent hike! Erwin was a fantastic guide and took us to a really quiet park just outside the City in late March 2022, we hardly saw any other walkers once we set off. The hike through mountains and waterfalls and caves was absolutely beautiful, and we learned a load about the flora, fauna and history of the area from Erwin who spoke fluent English and Spanish. He provided lots of options for more or less strenuous activities based on how we were feeling, and even took us on a mini City tour when we finished our hike a bit before 5pm. I think his company (?Aventura San Francisco) also organizes longer, multi-day hikes across the country - definitely hope to do one of those next time we come back to Colombia. Highly recommend this trip overall!

Wow! What an incredible, 5 star day!!! This private tour exceeded all our expectations. Our guide, Esteban, was extremely professional, friendly, and personable. The Ecopark was very well-maintained and very safe. After arriving, we hiked down to a platform and enjoyed expresso overlooking the beautiful scenery. (We realized later this was probably to give us an energy boost for the upcoming hike!!!). After ziplining across, we hiked down to the waterfall. It was steep, but a well-maintained trail. Esteban was our personal photographer and we had great photos to bring home. He was VERY PATIENT with me as we hiked back up to the platform. This was a huge advantage of having our our private guide. I didn't feel rushed at all by the physical ability of everyone else around me. After we made it back to the platform, we zipped back across and finished the hike up. We were then served an incredible meal, freshly prepared and cold juice and other beverages to replenish the energy spent. This was one of the best experiences we had in Colombia and we highly recommend this tour and this Ecopark. Thank you, Esteban, for a great day!!!

Kevin was an excellent guide. Born and raised in Comuna 13, he gave an excellent overview of the history of the neighborhood and made us all feel like welcome guests. He spoke excellent English. Everyone in the neighborhood greeted him as a friend. We felt very safe. Super highly recommended. TIP: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE WHATSAPP INSTALLED AND SET UP - The tour guide will contact you on WHATSAPP, it's what everyone uses in Colombia

Juan, our tour guide, was excellent! He was super accommodating when we had to delay our trip about thirty minutes due to an issue w/ our AirBnB check-in. He made sure to show us the less glamorous side of the drug trade's effect on Medellin and its inhabitants. He brought a personal connection to the narrative by sharing stores from his upbringing in the midst of the cartels' operations in the 80s and 90s. As a bonus, he shared some foods typical to Colombia, such as "empanadas" and "gelatinas," while sharing his recommendations on what to do/see while in Medellin. I highly recommend this tour and this guide to anyone visiting Medellin.

Hector was an absolutely fantastic guide. He offered a unique experience, telling us not only regional history but elaborating on his experiences in Colombia throughout various periods of history. He was an excellent conversationalist in both English and Spanish and knew the best places to eat along the way. I highly recommend spending a day with Hector during your stay in Medellín.

We have been exploring Colombia for two weeks and this tour was by far our favorite!! We have thoroughly enjoyed the whole day with our guide Rafael from the moment he picked us up from our hotel to the moment he dropped us back there. It was incredible to see Wiwa's way of life!! Also you are going to see some stunning nature during an easy hike. Very delicious lunch is included. We are very thankful for this unforgettable experience!

My tour to the hot springs was excellent, and Andrés was a wonderful driver. We had a great conversation on the way about sports and politics in Colombia, and he was very safe and responsible and waited patiently for me while I enjoyed the springs. The springs themselves were beautiful; like no other springs I’ve experienced before. Walking through the grounds was like visiting a botanical garden, and a giant waterfall serves as an incredible scenic backdrop to the springs. It was interesting to experience a place that clearly is very popular with local Colombian families. (This is a slow-paced day that would be better with friends or family.) Thanks for a great tour!

Such an amazing experience. Alejandro, our tour guide, went above and beyond to provide us the best experience. We first stopped at a fruit market where we try different tropical fruits. As we headed to the coffee farm, I mentioned to Alejandro, that I hand't had a true Colombian arepa, so we stopped at "el peaje" and had the best arepas with cheese. As we continue our trip to the farm we talked about coffee, the process, the different techniques etc, and Alejandro realized that my boyfriend was a true coffee lover and geek, so we stopped at "la cooperativa de cafe" to see the how individual coffee farmers sell their grains and how they are graded and divided in different categories. We finally stopped at the coffee farm where you learn about the entire process of planting, harvesting, drying, etc. Then stopped at the peñol where you get to enjoy an amazing view and ended in Guatapé. We were able to enjoy every aspect of this tour without feeling rushed. Alejandro is really knowledgeable and at the end of the tour felt more like a friend than a tour guide. Highly Recommend.

This is an excellent tour, where you explore all that Guatapé has to offer. There is a reason why there are so many good reviews. Elisa and Alejandra were wonderful guides (Spanish and English), very knowledgable, brought in their super sweet energy and made the whole experience so much fun. It was easy to connect with other travellers. One of the main reasons why I booked this tour was that they offer a pick-up point not only in Poblado, but also at Laureles Estadio Station AND because someone in a previous review mentioned Don Luis smooth driving skills. I couldn't agree more. Felt safe all around. Many, many thanks for a beautiful day and a myriad of impressions, beautiful Colombia.

Where should I even begin, I feel like I’m leaving my best friend behind 😔. My tour guide was gennie and if you don’t book with her you will be missing a whole lot!!! 1. Pick up was on time- please be mindful that they have other people to pick up and we also have a 12hr day that we need to start early to avoid traffic. I waited 5mins for pick up and that’s because I arrived 10mins earlier than the schedule pick up 2. We stopped to eat lunch and breakfast. Please do not eat anything before starting the tour. Our breakfast was delicious and it really fills you up. Tip: bring money to spend lots of it because there are sooooo many cute things you are going to want to buy. 3. Our tour guide made sure to inform us from the beginning what was expected how much time we were going to spend in each stop and what we can and cannot do. She speaks both English and Spanish. From the beginning gennie made sure to include everybody in the activities she gave us tips on where to buy our souvenir for cheap and stop at the most instagramable locations. If you ask her to take pictures of you ( if you are traveling solo like me ) she will do it. By her opening the line of communication on the bus everybody was able to feel like part of a family. We joked with each other laugh, took pictures and made long lasting friendships. Tips for travelers: 1. Bring a charger the bus has plugs underneath the seat 2. Bring a camera because you will be taking lots of pictures 3. Bring money!!! There is so many cute shops that you can buy items from. In total I spent $400,000 colombia pesos equivalent to $100 dollars. I wished I would of known in advanced I would of brought $250 dollars because they have this shop with home decor items and I wanted to buy everything in there. They also accept credit cards and debit card (MasterCard and visa) 4. Tipping is not required but my tour was so great and amazing that even if it was required I would of done it anyway. I wanted to give her $50 dollars but didn’t have enough so I made a mental note the next time I came back to give her $50. 5. To climb el Peñol is like 10,000 Colombian pesos it’s worth it. And to take pictures with the signs on the bottom of el Peñol is $3,000 Colombian pesos. I did both and loved it. Now on to our bus driver~ who was a magnificent driver, very safe and made sure everybody was comfortable in the bus. FYI: the bus seats recline, you can close the curtain to sleep if you want and we have AC people!!! The bus is modern and very spacious there was one seat to 2 seats of space between all of us. And again since I wasted all my money shopping I could not tip the bus driver but never fear damali will be back soon! Ask about the other trips they do