Colombia

Creating a trip to Colombia is a great idea!

Through its colors, its dense and unspoiled nature, its fauna and flora, it is a country apart, confusing and bewitching.

One trip is enough to discover the Amazon, the Andes and the Caribbean.

You can discover the colorful colonial villages, stroll under the balconies of Cartagena, meet ancestral indigenous populations, have your feet in the Caribbean and your eyes on the eternal snow of the Sierra Nevada.

Here is just an idea of El Dorado...

A favorite destination for travelers seeking discovery, adventure, history and wonder.

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Hammock, a specialty of Colombia:

You will find them in many Colombian cities (especially on the seashore). On the other hand, we can recommend certain places for a better and authentic discovery. Only two hours by car from Cartagena de Los Andes, you will come across a small village, king of the creation of HAMACS, MOCHILAS or DRUMS! (used especially to accompany the famous cumbia, Colombian style of music particularly appreciated in this region); Its name is San Jacinto, it is a small village located in the department of Bolivar. This is where you will find the finest and most refined hammocks in the country.

Wayuu mochilas, the crafts of La Guajira (region of Colombia):

While handicrafts occupy a major place in the daily life and economy of Colombia, we present you the flagship piece, probably the most famous and widespread in the world. It is called: MOCHILA. It is a product that will not fail to please our vegan activists as well as the younger generations, more concerned about the nature that surrounds them. It is a product made entirely and solely from plant products, such as cotton yarns and other natural fibers found in the region. You may have observed this famous mochila, already in the possession of some Europeans and Americans. Created from the know-how of the natives and their resources, the mochilas are extremely varied especially in terms of their patterns, bright colors, sizes, and creators. This makes your mochila unique.

La Mola (typical Colombian handicraft):

It is a piece made from several layers of fabric, stacked on top of each other, meticulously woven together and very colorful. Born from shapes that refer to the legends of Kuna culture and the nature that surrounds them, these silhouettes of animals or plants, mountains, or rainbows, remain today the basis of the dress fashion of the women of the Kuna tribes. Reproduced on many traditional pieces in Colombia, it is a weaving technique that attracts many, including Americans, Japanese and Europeans. The traditional Molas are bright red, black and orange and are about the size of a pillow. Each piece is unique in its geometric shapes and its representations or symbols.

The Emerald (the most precious stone in Colombia):

Indeed, Colombia is renowned for producing the most beautiful and radiant emerald in the world. Colombia is the world's largest producer, accounting for between 50% and 60% of global output. Thanks to its indomitable green color and pure elegance, it equals the biggest names in the gemstone field: sapphires, diamonds and rubies.

Colombian coffee:

Colombia is the third largest coffee producer in the world after Brazil and Vietnam. Velvety and very balanced, Colombian coffee is a sweet and fragrant coffee without feeling bitter or acidic. The coffee often has aromatic notes of cherry and cocoa or honey and caramel for the most expert. Its “soft” aromas are due to plants located at an altitude of more than 800m, in the shade of large fruit trees, thus slowing down the growth of the fruit, which makes it possible to increase its sugar content.

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Currency used in Colombia:

The national currency of Colombia is the Colombian Peso. One euro corresponds to about 3,600 pesos but this value is not stable at all. Indeed, the Peso can go up to 4,500 pesos. To convert euros into pesos or vice versa, you'll find casa de cambio, or 'exchange house', almost everywhere. You will also find banks open all day, Monday to Friday, regardless of the city you are in.

Time and time of flights to Colombia:

For a direct flight from London to Bogotá, expect approximately 10 hrs 40 mins. There is a 7 hour time difference between the UK and Colombia, if you leave during French winter time, and a 6 hour time difference, if you leave during French summer time.

Documents required to travel to Colombia:

For a stay of less than 60 days: you will simply need to have your plane ticket and your valid passport. Children, whether adults or minors, must have their own passport. For a stay of more than 60 days: your passport, your plane ticket and a valid Visa. As for your French driver’s license, it will be valid in Colombia, but we recommend that you have translated it, or have an international driver’s license.

Recommended vaccines in Colombia:

Covid19: No vaccination with covid19 is required to enter Colombian territory. However, you will need to have your universal vaccines up to date, i.e.: Tetanus, Pertussis, Poliomyelitis, Hepatitis B, Diphtheria... You are also strongly advised to take vaccines against: yellow fever, hepatitis A, and typhoid due to infections that may come from food.

When to go to Colombia:

December to March: This is the best time to leave, during the so-called ""dry"" season of Colombia. April to November: this period is called the “wet season”. July to October: the best time for great hikes in the Amazon.

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Useful information

Key Products | Travel Colombia:

Hammock, a specialty of Colombia:

You will find them in many Colombian cities (especially on the seashore). On the other hand, we can recommend certain places for a better and authentic discovery. Only two hours by car from Cartagena de Los Andes, you will come across a small village, king of the creation of HAMACS, MOCHILAS or DRUMS! (used especially to accompany the famous cumbia, Colombian style of music particularly appreciated in this region); Its name is San Jacinto, it is a small village located in the department of Bolivar. This is where you will find the finest and most refined hammocks in the country.

Wayuu mochilas, the crafts of La Guajira (region of Colombia):

While handicrafts occupy a major place in the daily life and economy of Colombia, we present you the flagship piece, probably the most famous and widespread in the world. It is called: MOCHILA. It is a product that will not fail to please our vegan activists as well as the younger generations, more concerned about the nature that surrounds them. It is a product made entirely and solely from plant products, such as cotton yarns and other natural fibers found in the region. You may have observed this famous mochila, already in the possession of some Europeans and Americans. Created from the know-how of the natives and their resources, the mochilas are extremely varied especially in terms of their patterns, bright colors, sizes, and creators. This makes your mochila unique.

La Mola (typical Colombian handicraft):

It is a piece made from several layers of fabric, stacked on top of each other, meticulously woven together and very colorful. Born from shapes that refer to the legends of Kuna culture and the nature that surrounds them, these silhouettes of animals or plants, mountains, or rainbows, remain today the basis of the dress fashion of the women of the Kuna tribes. Reproduced on many traditional pieces in Colombia, it is a weaving technique that attracts many, including Americans, Japanese and Europeans. The traditional Molas are bright red, black and orange and are about the size of a pillow. Each piece is unique in its geometric shapes and its representations or symbols.

The Emerald (the most precious stone in Colombia):

Indeed, Colombia is renowned for producing the most beautiful and radiant emerald in the world. Colombia is the world's largest producer, accounting for between 50% and 60% of global output. Thanks to its indomitable green color and pure elegance, it equals the biggest names in the gemstone field: sapphires, diamonds and rubies.

Colombian coffee:

Colombia is the third largest coffee producer in the world after Brazil and Vietnam. Velvety and very balanced, Colombian coffee is a sweet and fragrant coffee without feeling bitter or acidic. The coffee often has aromatic notes of cherry and cocoa or honey and caramel for the most expert. Its “soft” aromas are due to plants located at an altitude of more than 800m, in the shade of large fruit trees, thus slowing down the growth of the fruit, which makes it possible to increase its sugar content.

Useful Information | Travel Colombia:

Currency used in Colombia:

The national currency of Colombia is the Colombian Peso. One euro corresponds to about 3,600 pesos but this value is not stable at all. Indeed, the Peso can go up to 4,500 pesos. To convert euros into pesos or vice versa, you'll find casa de cambio, or 'exchange house', almost everywhere. You will also find banks open all day, Monday to Friday, regardless of the city you are in.

Time and time of flights to Colombia:

For a direct flight from London to Bogotá, expect approximately 10 hrs 40 mins. There is a 7 hour time difference between the UK and Colombia, if you leave during French winter time, and a 6 hour time difference, if you leave during French summer time.

Documents required to travel to Colombia:

For a stay of less than 60 days: you will simply need to have your plane ticket and your valid passport. Children, whether adults or minors, must have their own passport. For a stay of more than 60 days: your passport, your plane ticket and a valid Visa. As for your French driver’s license, it will be valid in Colombia, but we recommend that you have translated it, or have an international driver’s license.

Recommended vaccines in Colombia:

Covid19: No vaccination with covid19 is required to enter Colombian territory. However, you will need to have your universal vaccines up to date, i.e.: Tetanus, Pertussis, Poliomyelitis, Hepatitis B, Diphtheria... You are also strongly advised to take vaccines against: yellow fever, hepatitis A, and typhoid due to infections that may come from food.

When to go to Colombia:

December to March: This is the best time to leave, during the so-called ""dry"" season of Colombia. April to November: this period is called the “wet season”. July to October: the best time for great hikes in the Amazon.

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