Colombia: between the Amazon, coffee, and the sea — NAAR
Itinerary
Day 1 — Bogota
Bogotá is the capital of Colombia, located in the center of the country on a vast plateau in the Andes at 2,600 meters above sea level. It has a population of nearly eight million people from all over the world. It is a city that reflects the cultural diversity of Colombia, being the most important cultural center in the country and a place rich in sites to visit and activities to do. Declared World Book Capital by UNESCO and Ibero-American Capital of Culture by UCCI, Bogotá has become one of the most important cities on the continent, with large green public spaces, squares, modern streets, and avenues. Bogotá is a city of permanent art exhibitions from all eras, religious, scientific, and technological museums, as well as many interactive spaces.
Flight
Day 3 — Bogota → Leticia
Leticia is the gateway to the Colombian Amazon, offering a unique experience in one of the richest areas of biodiversity on the planet.
Car
Day 4 — Leticia → Puerto Nariño
Known for its ecological sustainability and connection with nature, Puerto Nariño offers an authentic experience in the Amazon jungle. Puerto Nariño is a great place to immerse yourself in the culture and traditions of the indigenous Amazonian communities. The local inhabitants belong to various ethnic groups and preserve their traditions, giving visitors the opportunity to learn and interact with them. Activities in Puerto Nariño include jungle hikes, visits to lakes and rivers, sightings of pink and grey dolphins, and the opportunity to experience the daily life of a small Amazonian community.
Car
Day 5 — Puerto Nariño → Reserva Natural Marasha
Marasha offers a variety of ecotourism activities, including jungle hikes, wildlife spotting, canoeing along rivers and staying in eco lodges. Guests have the opportunity to learn about medicinal plants, local flora and fauna, and learn from local guides about life in the jungle.
Flight
Day 6 — Reserva Natural Marasha → Armenia
Armenia is the gateway to the Eje Cafetero region. The "coffee triangle" is formed by the departments of Caldas, QuindÃo, and Risaralda and seduces visitors with the aroma of coffee plantations, the delights of its landscape, and the hospitality of its inhabitants. The best coffee in the world is produced in this area. In the "coffee triangle," it will be possible to visit typical farms, theme parks, golf courses, coffee plantations, thermal resorts, places for extreme sports, and ecological trails. The stunning landscapes of the Coffee Triangle were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011.
Flight
Day 9 — Armenia → Cartagena de Indias
Cartagena is rich in culture, history, charm, and mystery. Cartagena is an open-air jewel, and in every corner, you can breathe history and poetry, especially in the old city, full of pastel-colored palaces and balconies and window cornices in bright white. Not to be missed are the Fortress of San Felipe, the Monastery of San Pedro Claver, and the Monastery of La Popa, from where you can admire a beautiful panorama. Among the best museums to visit are the Naval Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Gold Museum with many pre-colonial artifacts. The nightlife is very lively thanks to its numerous bars, pubs, nightclubs, restaurants, and cafes.