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Best time to go
Near the equator, Colombia has dry and wet spells rather than true seasons. December to March and July to August are the driest and most popular; the coffee region stays mild and green all year.
Top places
Things to do
Caribbean coast
- Wander Cartagena's walled old town at dusk
- Hike to jungle-backed beaches in Tayrona
- Boat out to the Rosario Islands
Coffee and nature
- Tour a farm in the green Coffee Triangle
- Walk the towering wax palms of Cocora Valley
- Trek to the Lost City (Ciudad Perdida)
City and culture
- Ride the cable cars over the hills of Medellin
- Street art and museums in Bogota's Candelaria
- Salsa until late on the dance floors of Cali
Food and markets
- Fresh tropical fruit you've never heard of
- Arepas, bandeja paisa and street empanadas
- World-class coffee at the source
Costs
| What it costs | Typical |
|---|---|
| Hostel dorm, per night | $10 to $20 |
| Budget hotel or guesthouse, per night | $30 to $60 |
| Mid-range hotel, per night | $70 to $130 |
| Meals, per day | $15 to $35 |
With a partner, rooms, taxis and boats are the easy things to share. Our guide to splitting travel costs with a travel partner has a simple way to keep track. Estimates in US dollars, for planning only.
Getting around
Cheap domestic flights save long bus days across the mountains. In cities, app-based taxis are the safest option, especially after dark.
How many people visit
International arrivals to Colombia over the most recent years with data, roughly number 3 of 10 in its region by reported arrivals.
Source: UN Tourism (UNWTO) and the World Bank, updated 15 Jan 2026. * Latest estimate.
Key facts
- Largest city
- Bogotá
- Languages
- Spanish
- Population
- 53.4 million (2025)
- Area
- 1,141,748 km² (440,831 mi²)
- Calling code
- +57
- Region
- South America
Travelling solo in Colombia
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Colombia trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
- Stick to well-traveled areas and ask locals before heading off-route.
- At night, use a licensed taxi or a ride-hailing app rather than an unmarked car.
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe.
Meeting someone new? Talk here first, meet somewhere public, and read our travel safety guide.
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Travelling to Colombia with a travel buddy
How do I find a travel buddy for Colombia?
Make a free profile and add your Colombia trip with rough dates. You will see travelers going on your dates and open trips to Colombia you can ask to join, or you can post your own trip and let partners find you. Asking to join a trip is always free.
When is the best time to visit Colombia?
Near the equator, Colombia has dry and wet spells rather than true seasons. December to March and July to August are the driest and most popular; the coffee region stays mild and green all year.
How much does a day in Colombia cost?
Typical costs, in US dollars: hostel dorm, per night: $10 to $20; budget hotel or guesthouse, per night: $30 to $60; mid-range hotel, per night: $70 to $130; meals, per day: $15 to $35. These are estimates for planning only. With a travel partner, rooms and taxis are easy to share.
Is Colombia good for solo travelers?
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Colombia trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
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