Guides, stories, and tips for traveling Colombia, from the Colombia Uncharted blog.https://www.colombiauncharted.com/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/cali-inauguration-petronio-august-2026/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/cali-inauguration-petronio-august-2026/Colombia's new president is sworn in in Cali on August 7, two days before the Petronio Álvarez festival opens. The road closures, the dry law, the transport restrictions, and what the travel advisories say.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT<p>Colombia's new president is sworn in in Cali on August 7, two days before the Petronio Álvarez festival opens. The road closures, the dry law, the transport restrictions, and what the travel advisories say. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/cali-inauguration-petronio-august-2026/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>NewsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/getting-around-colombia/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/getting-around-colombia/How to travel between Colombian cities: when a domestic flight beats the bus, what each really costs in COP and USD, the airlines and bus companies to know, and route-by-route advice.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>How to travel between Colombian cities: when a domestic flight beats the bus, what each really costs in COP and USD, the airlines and bus companies to know, and route-by-route advice. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/getting-around-colombia/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>TipsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/feria-de-las-flores-medellin/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/feria-de-las-flores-medellin/Everything travelers need for Medellín's Feria de las Flores: 2026 dates, the Desfile de Silleteros, Santa Elena farm visits, and how to plan around the crowds.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>Everything travelers need for Medellín's Feria de las Flores: 2026 dates, the Desfile de Silleteros, Santa Elena farm visits, and how to plan around the crowds. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/feria-de-las-flores-medellin/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>CultureColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-travel-myths/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-travel-myths/Narcos reruns, wall-to-wall jungle, spicy food, coffee snobbery: a lot of what people think they know about Colombia is outdated or secondhand. Here is what the country is actually like.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>Narcos reruns, wall-to-wall jungle, spicy food, coffee snobbery: a lot of what people think they know about Colombia is outdated or secondhand. Here is what the country is actually like. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-travel-myths/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>TipsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/tayrona-national-park-guide/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/tayrona-national-park-guide/Planning Tayrona in 2026: entry fees in COP and USD, the October 19 to November 2 closure, the yellow fever card rule, which entrance to use, and where you can and cannot swim.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:29:00 GMT<p>Planning Tayrona in 2026: entry fees in COP and USD, the October 19 to November 2 closure, the yellow fever card rule, which entrance to use, and where you can and cannot swim. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/tayrona-national-park-guide/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>GuidesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/petronio-alvarez-festival-2026/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/petronio-alvarez-festival-2026/The biggest celebration of Afro-Pacific music in the Americas runs August 9 to 17 in Cali, entry is free, and the thirtieth edition adds a global Afro-diaspora summit. What it is, and what to know before you go.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:25:00 GMT<p>The biggest celebration of Afro-Pacific music in the Americas runs August 9 to 17 in Cali, entry is free, and the thirtieth edition adds a global Afro-diaspora summit. What it is, and what to know before you go. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/petronio-alvarez-festival-2026/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>NewsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombian-food-guide/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombian-food-guide/A first-timer's guide to Colombian food: bandeja paisa, ajiaco, arepas, empanadas, tropical fruits, coffee culture, and regional dishes worth seeking out.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>A first-timer's guide to Colombian food: bandeja paisa, ajiaco, arepas, empanadas, tropical fruits, coffee culture, and regional dishes worth seeking out. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombian-food-guide/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>Food & DrinkColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-record-tourism-year/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-record-tourism-year/Arrivals are climbing, Colombian destinations are collecting nominations, and travel advisories are still in force for parts of the country. All of it is true at once. Here is what it changes about planning.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>Arrivals are climbing, Colombian destinations are collecting nominations, and travel advisories are still in force for parts of the country. All of it is true at once. Here is what it changes about planning. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-record-tourism-year/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>NewsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/new-flights-to-colombia-2026/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/new-flights-to-colombia-2026/Fort Lauderdale to Barranquilla and Cali, Houston and Washington to Cartagena, Doha to Bogotá. The new routes reshaping how travelers reach Colombia, and what they mean for planning.Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>Fort Lauderdale to Barranquilla and Cali, Houston and Washington to Cartagena, Doha to Bogotá. The new routes reshaping how travelers reach Colombia, and what they mean for planning. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/new-flights-to-colombia-2026/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>NewsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/pacific-whale-season-2026/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/pacific-whale-season-2026/Humpbacks are back in Colombian Pacific waters through October. Where people watch them, what a trip costs, the rules boats have to follow, and what the travel advisories say.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>Humpbacks are back in Colombian Pacific waters through October. Where people watch them, what a trip costs, the rules boats have to follow, and what the travel advisories say. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/pacific-whale-season-2026/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>NewsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/cost-of-traveling-in-colombia/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/cost-of-traveling-in-colombia/A practical breakdown of Colombia travel costs: daily budget tiers in pesos and dollars, what drives prices, plus tips on ATMs, cards, cash, and tipping.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>A practical breakdown of Colombia travel costs: daily budget tiers in pesos and dollars, what drives prices, plus tips on ATMs, cards, cash, and tipping. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/cost-of-traveling-in-colombia/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>TipsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/coffee-region-itinerary/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/coffee-region-itinerary/How to spend 3 to 5 days in Colombia's Coffee Region: a Salento-based itinerary covering Cocora, farm tours, Filandia, and hot springs, with costs and transport.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>How to spend 3 to 5 days in Colombia's Coffee Region: a Salento-based itinerary covering Cocora, farm tours, Filandia, and hot springs, with costs and transport. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/coffee-region-itinerary/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>ItinerariesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/best-tour-companies-in-colombia/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/best-tour-companies-in-colombia/A roundup of eight respected Colombia-based tour operators: who they are, what they specialize in, and which kind of traveler each one suits, from Lost City treks to fully curated private journeys.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>A roundup of eight respected Colombia-based tour operators: who they are, what they specialize in, and which kind of traveler each one suits, from Lost City treks to fully curated private journeys. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/best-tour-companies-in-colombia/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>TipsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-one-week-itinerary/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-one-week-itinerary/Three one-week Colombia itineraries: the classic cities route, the Caribbean coast route, and the Andes and coffee route, each with day-by-day plans and costs.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>Three one-week Colombia itineraries: the classic cities route, the Caribbean coast route, and the Andes and coffee route, each with day-by-day plans and costs. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-one-week-itinerary/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>ItinerariesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-10-day-itinerary/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-10-day-itinerary/A realistic 10-day Colombia itinerary: Bogotá, Medellín with Guatapé, the Coffee Region, and Cartagena, connected by short flights, with costs in COP and USD.Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>A realistic 10-day Colombia itinerary: Bogotá, Medellín with Guatapé, the Coffee Region, and Cartagena, connected by short flights, with costs in COP and USD. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-10-day-itinerary/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>ItinerariesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-2-week-itinerary/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-2-week-itinerary/A day-by-day 2-week Colombia itinerary covering Bogotá, the Coffee Region, Medellín, Guatapé, Cartagena, and Tayrona, with transport, costs, and timing.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT<p>A day-by-day 2-week Colombia itinerary covering Bogotá, the Coffee Region, Medellín, Guatapé, Cartagena, and Tayrona, with transport, costs, and timing. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/colombia-2-week-itinerary/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>ItinerariesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/best-time-to-visit-colombia/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/best-time-to-visit-colombia/The best time to visit Colombia is December to March, with a second dry window in July and August across the Andes. Here is every month, region by region.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>The best time to visit Colombia is December to March, with a second dry window in July and August across the Andes. Here is every month, region by region. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/best-time-to-visit-colombia/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>TipsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/complete-guide-to-guatape/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/complete-guide-to-guatape/Plan the perfect day or overnight trip from Medellín to Guatapé: climb El Peñol rock, wander the painted zócalos, take a boat on the reservoir, and beat the crowds.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Plan the perfect day or overnight trip from Medellín to Guatapé: climb El Peñol rock, wander the painted zócalos, take a boat on the reservoir, and beat the crowds. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/complete-guide-to-guatape/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>GuidesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/salento-cocora-valley-guide/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/salento-cocora-valley-guide/A complete guide to Salento and the Cocora Valley: hiking among the world's tallest wax palms, Willys jeeps, coffee farm tours, quieter Filandia, and how to get there.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>A complete guide to Salento and the Cocora Valley: hiking among the world's tallest wax palms, Willys jeeps, coffee farm tours, quieter Filandia, and how to get there. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/salento-cocora-valley-guide/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>GuidesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/things-to-do-in-santa-marta/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/things-to-do-in-santa-marta/Santa Marta is the launchpad for Tayrona, Minca, Taganga, and the Lost City Trek. Here is what to do in the city and how to use it as a base on Colombia's coast.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Santa Marta is the launchpad for Tayrona, Minca, Taganga, and the Lost City Trek. Here is what to do in the city and how to use it as a base on Colombia's coast. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/things-to-do-in-santa-marta/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>GuidesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/digital-nomad-colombia/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/digital-nomad-colombia/It's 2026 and you want to live the digital nomad life. Is Colombia a good place to visit on your travels and explorations? Here are 5 considerations.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 08:06:57 GMT<p>It's 2026 and you want to live the digital nomad life. Is Colombia a good place to visit on your travels and explorations? Here are 5 considerations. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/digital-nomad-colombia/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>TipsColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/is-bogota-worth-visiting/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/is-bogota-worth-visiting/Bogotá isn't as touristy as other Colombian Cities, but it does have a lot to offer to tourists. Find out why Bogotá is a must visit on your Colombia trip.Sat, 23 Nov 2024 17:14:55 GMT<p>Bogotá isn't as touristy as other Colombian Cities, but it does have a lot to offer to tourists. Find out why Bogotá is a must visit on your Colombia trip. <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/is-bogota-worth-visiting/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>GuidesColombia Unchartedhttps://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/welcome-to-colombia-uncharted/https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/welcome-to-colombia-uncharted/Colombia has been off the typical traveler’s charts for decades. It’s time to rediscover this absolute gem of a country. Colombia Uncharted is your guide…Sun, 03 Nov 2024 18:51:33 GMT<p>Colombia has been off the typical traveler’s charts for decades. It’s time to rediscover this absolute gem of a country. Colombia Uncharted is your guide… <a href="https://www.colombiauncharted.com/blog/welcome-to-colombia-uncharted/">Read the full article on Colombia Uncharted</a>.</p>GeneralColombia Uncharted