Colombia Vacations

 

Colombia Travel Guide

  • Colombia: a country full of treasures

    Bordered by the Pacific, the Caribbean, the Andes and the Amazon, Colombia is bursting with riches. Its cities are loved for their colonial architecture, biodiversity and cultural abundance.

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  • Modernity and colonialism

    Bogotá, Colombia’s capital, is modern and dynamic. In Cartagena—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—tourists can stroll along the city’s ramparts. And in Popayan, all of the businesses and public buildings are painted white.

  • Temperate climate

    In the tropical climate of this country, coffee, flowers and tropical fruits are cultivated. Being so close to the Equator, Colombia has an ideal temperature and constant sunlight—perfect for chasing the Northern Hemisphere blues away.

  • The Andes, the Amazon and beaches

    Sunlight and beach junkies head to Colombia to visit the Islas del Rosario or else the island of San Andres, known for its white-sand beaches. Snorkelling or scuba diving is popular there. In the south of the country, the Amazon, the longest river in the world, and the area’s flora and fauna—like pink dolphins—can be found. Adrenalin junkies can also climb the majestic Andes to take in the green landscapes. There’s something for everyone in Colombia!

  • Music, dance and festivals

    The sound of guitars, mandolins, flutes, drums and marimbas animates all of the country’s cities. At the Blacks and Whites’ Carnival as well as Barranquilla’s, the cumbia, the vallenato and even the salsa are danced. There’s also the folk festival in Ibague, the Festival of the Flowers in Medellín and the Cali Fair at the end of the year. The timing of any vacation to Colombia matters little—they’re always celebrating!

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Important Information

 

  • Airports in Colombia serviced by Air Transat

    Currency

    The Colombian peso (COP) is Colombia’s official currency, but American dollars are also accepted. Credit cards can be used to book excursions.

    Official Language

    Spanish is Colombia’s official language, but many people also speak Creole and Amerindian languages.

    Vaccination

    To obtain information concerning vaccines, please visit the Government of Canada’s travel website or ask your health professional about vaccination requirements.

  • Entry/exit requirements

    Travelling to Colombia? Pay the Reciprocity Tax Online.
    Canadian nationals are required to pay an entry fee of COP 270,000.00 (CAD 90) upon arrival in Colombia. This payment must be made by credit or debit card.

    To make your arrival smoother, you can now pay this fee online before your trip using a secure digital platform. Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are accepted.

    Click here to pay the Reciprocity Tax

    Exemptions
    This requirement does not apply to the following travellers:

    • Travellers entering and staying in the archipelago of San Andres, Providencia, and Santa Catalina
    • Travellers under the age of 14 years and over the age of 79 years old
    • Travellers with a valid visa for Colombian
    • Travellers who are diplomatic agents, consular officers, official personnel, and their beneficiaries, who possess an appropriate travel document

    For more details, visit Migración Colombia (only in Spanish).

    To get information regarding passports and all necessary visas, please visit the country travel advice and advisories of the Government of Canada's travel website.

     

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