Road trips, driving and cars in Colombia, with maps and practical advice on how to get to some of the most amazing corners of this large varied country.
Climbing up to tropical glaciers in Colombia’s El Cocuy National Park is one of the continents great thrills, and it’s not too difficult, assuming you are a hiker and already spent time in Andean altitudes.
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Back in Boyaca and its colonial masterpiece Villa de Leyva: from there we head off to some ancient Muisca paintings near Sáchica, and beautiful cave and waterfall, El Hayal near Santa Sofia. Not to mention the historic mill La Primavera. These are just of dozens of things to do around this beautiful and safe area of Colombia, only a few hours drive north of Bogotá. There are also plenty of public transport options and affordable tours available, so no excuse
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How to hike to the beautiful Canyon de La Hondura in Boyacá, Colombia, passing by the Manto de La Virgen waterfall.
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The Rio Claro Reserva Natural is an areas of natural beauty and fun activities close to Doradal, a town half way between Bogotá and Medellin.
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The Pacific island known as Isla Gorgona is a 26 square kilometres of verdant tropical nature park about 35 kms (1.5 hours by speed boat) off the Colombian Pacific coast. It is a National Park – above and below water – and paradise for nature lovers. And between June and October you’ll find leaping humpback whales. Here’s some photos and explanation, and a info on how to visit. Enjoy! See related posts. Colombia’s Amazon: La PedreraAdventures in gorgeous GuaviareColombia’s Tuluní
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Legendary Douglas DC-3 planes are still plying the jungle routes of Colombia. Here’s some photos . At the end of the post is information for travellers on how to ride these classic cargo planes.
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Rural Colombia runs on old ‘campero’ cars…so if you don’t know your Uaz from your Gaz, or or Suzi from your Taft (‘Tough Almighty Fourwheeldrive Transport’) then check out our guide to Colombia’s classic 4x4s.
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Photos from Colombia’s Amazonas: La Pedrera
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Photos from two remote corners of Colombia’s Amazonas: El Encanto
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Floating down tropical rivers into Tuluní´s magnificent caves is a great way to spend a day.
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