Colombia Tourism | Things You Must Try in Colombia

When it comes to tourism and adventure, Colombia are a diverse destination. The place bursts with colors which is evident through its landscape and various festivities. It’s no wonder why Colombian culture is considered one of the most vibrant in the world.

However, what is even more wonderful is the adventure that it offers which you could find nowhere else in this world.

This comes as no surprise, partly because of the size of the country. Imagine combining the United Kingdom, Germany, and France together and you get close to the actual size of this Latin American country. Because of its diversity, the country offers a lot of adventures. Here are some of the adventures that you must try that Colombia tourism offers:

• The Lost City Trek

  If you like the thrill of treading unfamiliar and challenging terrains, the trek to the lost city of Colombia will surely get you excited. Located in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, this trek gives you the experience of going on a journey through time (specifically the period of the Tayronas) and explore through a thick tropical rainforest full of invaluable biological wealth.

• Hiking at Valle de Cocora

  A good way of spending your morning in Colombia is through a loop in Valle de Cocora. This area of the country offers one of the best landscapes in Colombia. In fact, it is one of the only places in the world where you can see wax palms in their natural habitat. These wax palm trees are the symbol of Colombia and the world’s tallest palm trees. They shoot up to 60 meters into the sky and are topped with a few palm leaves, making them look like they came straight from a Dr. Seuss book.

• Go Paragliding

  Colombia indeed has a lot of great places and tons of beautiful landscapes to see. One way of doing so is through paragliding. Among the best places to do this is in Chicamocha Canyon located in the Santander Department. The canyon is one of the largest in the world and the scenery here is outstanding. This is actually one of the most adventurous things you can do in the country.

• Playing Tejo

  Tejo is Colombia’s national sport. It is somewhat similar to cornhole in the United States but still has stark differences. What makes this sport exciting is the involvement of some explosions. To cause this explosion, you have to hit mechas (triangle-shaped packets with gunpowder) with your tejo. The explosion is similar to gun fire.

• Make Friends With The Locals

  Not only will Colombia quench your thirst for travel and adventure, but it’s also an ideal place to find friends among beautiful Colombian women. Latin American people are not only known for their good looks but are also known to be one of the most warm-hearted people. This is why it could never come as a surprise that Colombians are very welcoming to tourists. They do not hesitate to make friends with the tourists, show them around, and offer them Colombian culture food. Their hospitality and welcoming attitude is one of the reasons why tourists return for more.

With the variety of adventures that you can experience in Colombia, you will surely enjoy your visit—especially when you come across locals. These people uphold Colombian values as well as their traditions, giving you spice you can’t find at home. Hence it is worth exploring. It is a place to relax and explore. It may also be the place to find yourself or your other half.