Colombia, magical! Cartagena's beautiful and historic city takes us back to the past, and nature does wonder for the mindset. Take a healing mud bath, go snorkeling and swimming, and sip from a cocktail on the beach. You'll sense that warm Caribbean vibe, coupled with some of the best music and dancing.
FLIGHT
Book your flight to Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena, Colombia. Book as early as you can to save money. USA citizen tourists must present a valid USA passport to enter and leave Colombia, but do not need a Colombian visa for a tourist stay of 90 days . Please make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your entry into Colombia.
GENERAL INFO
Rooms are double occupancy with 2 beds (unless selected otherwise). If you don’t have a roommate yet, you will be paired with one.
All activities and meals are done as a group, if you choose to opt out of an activity or group dinner, you become responsible for your own expenses.
Make sure you are up to date on routine vaccinations and get travel vaccines for Hepatitis A and Typhoid. Bring an insect repellent and protect yourself against mosquito bites!
FOOD/DRINKS
We will consume a variety of Colombian food. Meals are not provided every day, so you are free to eat other dishes in non-group meal activities. Colombian food is very diverse and is a melting pot of different immigrant and indigenous cuisine. It consists of large hearty meals, with fresh ingredients and lots of meat. They do have great vegetarian options as well. Alcoholic drinks are not included.
WARNING - PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
This tour involves a lot of walking and sometimes hiking. Please ensure that you are physically able to participate in those activities.
MONEY/CURRENCY
The Colombian Peso (COP) is the official currency of Colombia. USD 1 is equivalent to COP 3,420.07 Many places do not accept credit cards, please bring cash for tips, restaurants expenses and souvenir shopping. Upon arrival, you can change your USD to the local currency COP at the airport.
TRAVEL TERMS & CONDITIONS
Please review the booking terms and frequently asked questions section before booking a package.
You will share this room (Which has two beds). If you are coming with someone, we will room you together. If you are coming solo, you will be paired with a roommate. All listed prices are per person.
You will have the room to yourself. Only one person in this room.
¡Bienvenido! Welcome to Colombia! Upon arrival in Cartagena, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. We will get to know each other in the evening, accompanied by delicious Colombian food and cocktails! There is no better way to start this trip!