The Tatacoa Desert was one of the things I was most excited for when I planned my 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 reward …
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 …
Guatapé is a very popular day trip from Medellin and one of the top attractions is actually located outside of the city. La Piedra del Peñol is a massive, naturally occurring rock with manmade staircases. If you climb the more than 700 stairs to the top, you’ll be rewarded with fantastic views of the surrounding …
The Lost City Trek in Colombia is a bucket list activity for many hikers. Over the course of four days (though it can be done in 3 or 5 days), you’ll hike through the mountains of Colombia to reach the “Lost City” of the local indigenous people. It’s a tough trek, made tougher by the …
There are countless hikes throughout Colombia, but one of the most rewarding is the Lost City Trek that departs from Santa Marta. Over the course of four days, you’ll cover over 30 miles with plenty of elevation gain as you sweat your way through the jungle to the Lost City of the Indigenous Tayrona people. …
Minca, Colombia was once a sleepy town in the mountains, a short bus ride from Santa Marta. However, this town has grown in popularity over the years and while it’s still much sleepier than nearby Santa Marta, tourism is big. Every day, tourists come to take advantage of the surrounding waterfalls and local wildlife. I …
