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Best time to take a vacation to Colombia

Best Time to Go

Colombia is a popular destination all year round—namely due to the northeastern coast jutting into the Caribbean Sea. Dry seasons last from December to March, and from July to August. Visitors traveling to Colombia’s urban area should take into consideration any ongoing political activity, and traffic from mid-December to late January is typically hectic as these are prime months when tourists book budget flights for a Colombia vacation. Temperatures range between 20°C and 30°C throughout the year, with May and October seeing the most rainfall. It is best to book during the summer, when fewer tourists are planning their Colombia vacations.

Popular Colombia experiences

Bogotá’s Avenida Septima

Don’t miss the Friday and Sunday night festivities of Bogotá’s Avenida Septima, a colorful gathering of street performers, live music, and merchant stalls.

Cartagena

No Colombia vacation is complete without a trip to the beach, especially in Cartagena, where hammocks and cabins are available for rent on the Playa Blanca.

Ciudad Perdida

Visitors on a Colombia vacation should visit the ancient city of Ciudad Perdida to discover mysterious remains of the Lost City.

Gold Museum

Pay a visit to the Gold Museum in Colombia’s capital, Bogotá, and see pristine relics of pre-colonial artwork.

Los Nevados National Park

Drift along South American snow at the Los Nevados National Park, featuring snow-covered volcanoes and sprawling campgrounds.

Monserrate

Trek up the stone steps of the Monserrate to the panoramic summit and enjoy unbeatable views of Bogotá’s skyline.

San Gil

Visit the small city of San Gil, Colombia’s hotspot for extreme sports like mountain biking, as well as rafting on the Rio Fonce.

Santa Cruz de Mompox

Visitors to the quiet town of Santa Cruz de Mompox should bring a camera to capture the beautiful architecture of the Santa Barbara Church as well as several colonial buildings.

Tayrona National Park

Explore the spectacular beaches of Tayrona National Park, which run along the Caribbean coast and host a variety of lizards, parrots, and monkeys.

Insider tips for Colombia travel

Academia Latina

Enroll in a high-quality private Spanish class at the celebrated Academia Latina in Santa Marta.

Bogotá’s SUNA

Dine at Bogotá’s SUNA, Camino Natural, an environmentally friendly restaurant serving organic, vegetarian, raw, and vegan delicacies.

Burukuka

Spend an evening at the trendy and upscale Burukuka nightclub in Santa Marta, where visitors can sip wine from a terrace overlooking the sea.

Chipichape Mall

Shop for artisan crafts and trendy fashions at Cali’s unique Chipichape Mall.

Pereira's Bristol Pub

Grab an artisan beer at Pereira’s Bristol Pub and enjoy great music and local company.

^Savings based on all package bookings with Flight + Hotel made on CheapTickets.com from 2019-04-01 - 2020-03-31 as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.