12-Day Colombia Private Tour: Bogotá, Tayrona & Cartagena Caribbean Coast Adventure
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
12 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average physical condition; includes multi-hour hikes (up to 3–4 hours) and long transfers.
Overview
From Bogotá’s high-altitude peaks to Tayrona’s jungle beaches and Cartagena’s walled streets, this 12-day private tour stitches Colombia’s contrasts into one seamless itinerary. Expect colonial towns, canyon cable cars, coffee farms, and a hiking day to Cabo San Juan.
12-Day Colombia Private Tour: Bogotá, Tayrona & Cartagena Caribbean Coast Adventure
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You arrive in Bogotá under a hard blue sky, the city spread out beneath Mount Monserrate like a living map. The cable car hisses upward and the air thins; at the summit the cathedral’s bells cut through the cold and you get your first honest look at Colombia’s highland spine—rolling páramo, terraces, and the distant silhouette of skyline towers. Over twelve days this private itinerary moves from Bogotá’s high plateaus to the sun-steamed beaches of the Caribbean, switching registers from colonial plazas to jungle trails and salt caverns.
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Adventure Tips
Acclimatize in Bogotá
Spend your first day resting and hydrate—Bogotá sits around 2,640 m and Monserrate reaches 3,152 m; avoid strenuous activity on arrival.
Bring cash for park fees
Tayrona National Park and some small local sites accept cash only—carry smaller bills and change for entrance and boat tickets.
Footwear for mixed terrain
Use sturdy trail shoes with good grip for jungle trails, cobbled colonial streets, and rocky beach approaches.
Protect reef and rainforest
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid single-use plastics on beaches and in parks to reduce impact on coral and coastal wildlife.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-faced capuchin monkeys
- Toucans and other tropical birds
History
From pre-Columbian goldsmithing on display at Bogotá’s Museo del Oro to Cartagena’s 17th-century fortifications, the itinerary threads colonial and indigenous histories with regional identities.
Conservation
Tayrona enforces visitor caps and charges entrance fees to fund protection; avoid disturbing wildlife, follow marked trails, and use reef-safe products on the coast.
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Adventure Hotspots in Bogotá
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy trail shoes
Grip and ankle support for jungle trails, rocky beach approaches, and cobbled streets.
Light rain jacket
Quick protection from mountain drizzle and tropical downpours, especially around Minca and Tayrona.
spring specific
Daypack with hydration
Carry water, snacks, cash, and sunscreen for multi-hour hikes and beach days.
summer specific
Reef-safe sunscreen & insect repellent
Protect skin from strong coastal sun and reduce mosquito exposure in jungle and foothill areas.