18 to 35s Essential Colombia

Trip Type: 18 to 35s

7 Days
1 - 16 People

Starts From:

NZD $1,464.00 /Person

This seven-day adventure from Bogota to Medellin is the sweet spot for those seeking the natural beauty of Colombia, with planned activities and plenty …

18 to 35s Essential Colombia

This seven-day adventure from Bogota to Medellin is the sweet spot for those seeking the natural beauty of Colombia, with planned activities and plenty of time to wander at your own pace. Walk along a riverside trail in Rio Claro Nature Reserve, swim in the rivers at El Marmol and climb the zigzag staircase of El Penol for 360-degree views over Guatape. Visit the capital of Colombia’s mountainous Antioquia Province, Medellin and play tejo with the locals over a pint of local beer or two. Then, in your free time, maybe race down rapids in Rio Claro or explore the street art around Comuna 13 (San Javier) with your new friends!

Itinerary

Day 1: Bogota

Day 2: Honda - Rio Claro

Trip Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts and 0 dinners are included

Transport

Private Vehicle

Accomodation

Hotel (1 night), Lodge (2 nights), Hostel (3 nights)

Included Activities

Bogota - Orientation Walk
Bogota - Traditional Tejo Game
Honda - Visit
Rio Claro - Ecological Trail
Guatape - Climb El Penol
Medellin - Orientation Walk

Trip Highlights

Explore Rio Claro – a nature reserve known for its clear rivers, tropical rainforest terrain and waterfalls. Swim in the river, hike the winding trail along limestone cliffs and maybe zoom downstream between the canyon walls on a zip-line.
Play a game of Tejo with the locals in a Tejo Hall – Colombia's national sport and a popular pastime in Bogota (think bocce with gunpowder).
Climb up 700 stairs to the top of El Penol – a 200 m (656 ft) granitic rock, that used to be worshipped by the indigenous Tahami peoples. The panoramic views are worth the sweat!
Visit Honda – once a river port, the town is now known as the ‘City of Bridges’ due to its location on the Magdalena River. Learn why the 40-plus bridges that connect different parts of town are a key part of local history.
Make Medellin your own with plenty of free time – maybe wander through the Botanical Garden, visit the Museo de Antioquia or explore the street art in Comuna 13.