Colombia. Jungles, Ocean, and Coffee

10 days / 9 nights

Feb / Nov 2026

8–12 people + tour leader

Not recommended for children under 14

Comfort ★★★★★

4–5★ Hotels

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What awaits you

A journey through Colombia — Colombian cartels, paradise islands, and the real jungles of the Amazon.

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Colonial Cities

Colorful colonial cities and the atmosphere of Latin America

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Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral

An incredible cathedral whose walls are made of salt

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Gold Museum in Bogotá

One of the best themed museums in the world

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Amazon River

The legendary river from the perspective of a small canoe

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Amazon Jungle

Sloths, monkeys, caimans, anacondas, and night walks

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Cartel Heritage

Traces of Colombian cartels in Medellín and Caribbean pirates in Cartagena

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Rosario Islands

Perfect beach relaxation and great diving on paradise islands

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Professional Guide

A world-class guide from Tour Leader Club

Day-by-Day Programme

Arrival in Bogotá. We meet the local operator, transfer to the hotel, check in, and rest.

Novotel Parque 93 4★

Sightseeing tour of Bogotá — a unique city founded by conquistadors in 1538 at the heart of the Chibcha civilization. Monserrate, the historic center, Bolívar Square with the Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, the Palace of Justice. The Gold Museum — artifacts of ancient civilizations. In the afternoon — the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral, whose walls are made of pure salt! The old mines were worked by indigenous people long before the arrival of Europeans. Souvenir shops with genuine Colombian emeralds.

Novotel Parque 93 4★

Flight to Leticia. Sightseeing tour of Leticia and the Brazilian town of Tabatinga. The tour ends at the main square, where thousands of small parrots gather to roost safely for the night, returning to the jungle at dawn.

Waira 4★

The town of Puerto Nariño, an island with wild monkeys, an indigenous family, a meeting with a shaman. Pink dolphins may be spotted. In the evening — across the Amazon to the other side (technically Peru). By canoe into the wild: sloths, monkeys, Amazonian birds. Accommodation in jungle cabins. After dark — caiman hunting: tracking, quietly approaching, catching, examining, and petting them. Night walk through the jungle: tarantulas, snakes, giant frogs, maybe an anaconda.

Jungle cabins

Morning walk through the jungle: giant trees, the beauty of the local forests in daylight. Secrets of the locals — how to survive in the jungle, where to find clean water, and what you can eat. Lunch, boat transfer to the city. Flight to Medellín, hotel, rest.

Hotel Diez Categoria Colombia 5★

Sightseeing tour: sculpture park, the Cathedral, Nutibara Hill with a historical reconstruction of the village where Medellín's history began. In the afternoon — District 13 and the Colombian cartels. We'll ride the metro-cable car over the buildings of the famous drug lord and learn the complex history of District 13, with its happy ending.

Hotel Diez Categoria Colombia 5★

The colorful town of Guatapé. A massive natural stone monolith — El Peñón Rock: climbing to the summit via 650 steps, unique views. A boat ride on Colombia's most beautiful reservoir. Evening flight to Cartagena.

Bantu by Faranda 5★

The Rosario Islands — 28 stunningly beautiful islands with paradise nature and excellent diving. Optional — several dives or simply beach relaxation.

Bantu by Faranda 5★

Morning — rest on the island, return to Cartagena. Walking tour of the city. Cartagena — the most alluring city for pirates, plundered more than once. Each time it was rebuilt, it became even more magnificent and mysterious. Tour of the historic center and main landmarks of the city.

Bantu by Faranda 5★

Tour of the Cartagena historic center. Evening flight to Bogotá — time to pick up souvenirs, coffee, rum. Transfer to the airport and flight home via Panama and Istanbul.

Tour Leader

Alexey Tishchenko

PADI Instructor since 2001 · TDI/DSAT · Underwater photographer

Accommodation

Novotel Parque 93 4★ — an elegant hotel in Bogotá, excellently located near the city center.

Waira 4★ — a welcoming hotel in Leticia. A paradise combining luxury and comfort. 2 outdoor pools, garden, and restaurant with local cuisine.

Jungle cabins — wooden houses on stilts in the heart of the jungle. Separate cabins for men and women, surrounded by exotic nature.

Hotel Diez Categoria Colombia 5★ — Medellín.

Bantu by Faranda 5★ — Cartagena.

Recommended Flights

Flight information to be confirmed. Approximate route: Moscow — Istanbul — Bogotá, return via Panama and Istanbul.

Programme Cost

Price per person in 1/2 DBL — 2687 USD

International flight to Bogotá from your city from $2,200 from Moscow via Istanbul

Domestic flights Bogotá — Leticia — Medellín — Cartagena — Bogotá ~$500

What's included

Accommodation in program hotels, 9 nights, breakfasts

Accommodation in jungle cabins, 1 night, breakfast + dinner

2 lunches in the jungle, 1 dinner in Leticia

All transfers per program

Entrance fees, duties, and charges per program

Russian-speaking guide excursion support

Assistance with finding and booking flights

Equipment recommendations

Russian-speaking guide / coordinator participation

24/7 manager support throughout the journey

Not included

International flight to Bogotá from your city from $2,200 from Moscow via Istanbul

Domestic flights Bogotá — Leticia — Medellín — Cartagena — Bogotá ~$500

Single room supplement — price TBC

Meals not included in the program

Individual transfers

Gratuities for service staff

Souvenirs and other personal expenses

Required Gear

Clothing and Protection

• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Light summer clothing
• Hoodie or light cotton sweater, windbreaker
• Comfortable athletic shoes
• Swimwear

Sun and Health Protection

• Sunscreen
• Quality insect repellent with 20–30% DEET
• Personal first-aid kit

Diving Equipment

• 5 mm wetsuit
• Regulator with octopus
• Buoyancy compensator
• Mask, fins, snorkel
• Dive computer
• Signal buoy, hood, gloves, torch
• Dive certifications

Electronics

• Camera, batteries, memory cards
• Power adapter (120V, modern hotels have 220V)

Useful Information

Climate
Most of the country has equatorial and subequatorial climate. Average monthly temperature in lowland areas and on the coast — around +29 °C year-round. In mountain areas (2,000–3,000 m) — from +13 to +16 °C. Water temperature on the Caribbean coast — from +20 to +26 °C year-round.

Visa
Colombian visa is not required for Russian citizens visiting for tourist purposes. Maximum stay — no more than 90 days per 180-day period. If a single visit exceeds 60 days, a $17 fee is required.

Time
8 hours behind Moscow in winter (GMT-5) and 9 hours in summer.

Safety
Keep large sums and valuables in the hotel safe. Set a daily ATM withdrawal limit on your card. Keep documents and cash separate. Avoid deserted areas and high-crime neighborhoods. Do not travel around the country after dark. Do not accept gifts from strangers (cigarettes, drinks). Swimming at unpatrolled beaches is not recommended.