Another month of this big trip has passed and at the time of writing, I’m officially at the halfway point of my South America travels. While my the first six weeks of my trip were exclusively spent in Colombia, I’ve spent the last four weeks traveling in three different countries. I could argue that Colombia …
Cabo Polonio is one of the more unique places I’ve visited. It’s an off grid community, meaning that all of the electricity, hot water, and amenities (not that there are many amenities) are provided by generators or brought in from the outside. It’s a bit of an adventure to get here, but in my opinion, …
Punta del Diablo is a popular beach town in Uruguay, but right nearby is Santa Teresa National Park. A visit here can include even more beaches (if you haven’t had your fair share in Punta del Diablo already), animals, botanical gardens, and a historical fortress. If you’re looking for just a little bit of variety …
The Tatacoa Desert was one of the things I was most excited for when I planned my second trip to Colombia. The scenery looked stunning in photographs and I’m happy to report that in person, it was just as incredible. It takes a bit of effort to get out to the Tatacoa Desert, but your …
Salento is a great base for exploring the Cocora Valley and if you have the time, you can include a day trip to Filandia. This colorful town is just a one hour ride from Salento and offers a slightly different experience. While Salento can feel like it exists just for tourists, Filandia feels more lived …
Salento frequently finds its way onto Colombia travel itineraries. While you can reach coffee farms from here, the main reason why most visitors come here is to hike in the Cocora Valley. Specifically, they want to do the Cocora Valley Trek, a 12 kilometer loop that winds through the gorgeous valley and features the tall …
Medellin is a large city in Colombia that doesn’t have the best reputation. Despite that, the city has invested and revitalized itself and become a place that many travelers include on their Colombia itineraries. The scars are still there, but there’s much more to Medellin than it’s dark past. Over two days in the city, …
Jardin is one of my favorite places in Colombia. It’s a colorful, picturesque town with plenty of hiking and nature opportunities in the surrounding area. But if you ever look at a list of things to do in Jardin, one of the things that will always come up is Cueva del Esplendor. So, I felt …
If you enjoy hiking and beautiful mountain views, add Jardin to your Colombia itinerary. Nestled in a valley in the surrounding mountains, the views are incredible. You’ll pass waterfalls, flowers, viewpoints, cafes, and more as you walk the trails in the surrounding area. I spent five nights in Jardin which gave me a decent chance …
I can’t believe that six weeks have passed since I quit my job and took off to travel the world. During those six weeks, I’ve explored Colombia, trying to see as much of the country as I could. I have had an incredible time and now as I get ready to move on to my …
