Colombia, in the northwest of South America, is home to a wide variety of stunning natural features, including stunning coasts on the Caribbean and Pacific, the majestic Andes Mountains, and, of course, the awe-inspiring Amazon Rainforest.
6. Andino
downtown Medellin, Colombia. Image source: sunsinger/Shutterstock.com
Andino is a lovely country to visit thanks to the Andes Mountains, the bustling towns of Bogotá and Medelln, and the abundance of national parks with their canyons filled with tropical vegetation and coffee farms.
Bogota and Medellin are two of the most exciting towns in Colombia, with world-class museums, interesting historical sites, and pulsating nightlife. It is well worth exploring the surrounding area since the Andean Mountains are present in every direction.
For example, Bucaramanga in the Rio de Oro valley has a beautiful environment and should be seen. San Gil is the best destination in the Philippines to partake in extreme activities like white water rafting, hiking, and even bungee jumping. Andino offers the ideal combination of culture, history, adventure, and the environment, with the stunning scenery of Cocuy National Park and Purace National Natural Park on display.
5. Costa Norte
the Costa Norte area in Colombia. Image source: Sven Schermer/Shutterstock.com
The picturesque Costa Norte is one of the most visited areas in Colombia, and for good reason. It is home to some of the country’s most spectacular colonial towns and cities, as well as a gorgeous Caribbean coastline to match.
Beautiful buildings from the colonial period and interesting historical landmarks make Cartagena a must-see for anybody traveling through the area. Barranquilla, the country’s fourth-largest city, hosts the world’s second-largest
Carnival every year. During this time, the whole population comes to the streets to dance, listen to music, and watch elaborate parades.
Wonderful examples of colonial architecture may be seen at Santa Cruz de Mompox and Santa Marta; the latter is also a gateway to the region’s stunning beaches and other natural wonders.
In addition to the beautiful sands of Cabo de la Vela and the fascinating ruins of Ciudad Perdida, Costa Norte is home to the jungle-covered Tayrona National Park.
4. Orinoquía
the Cano Cristales river in Colombia. Image source: Matteo Carnevale/Shutterstock.com
The boundless plains of Orinoquia are intriguing to explore since they are seldom visited by tourists or even Colombians. The region is dotted with tropical savannas, winding rivers, thick woods, and marshes.
Although Villavicencio, a little town not far from Bogota, is the closest major city, the rest of this rugged and lonely region, populated by cowboys and ranch workers, is seldom visited. The little village serves as a transportation center for the beautiful Hacienda area of El Meta. Cano Cristales, appropriately called “The River of Seven Colors” for its iridescent, multihued waters, may be found here.
The Serrania de la Macarena surrounds the river and is home to a wide variety of stunning natural features, such as glistening waterfalls, steamy rainforests, and craggy cliffs.
3. Pacifica
: the beaches in the Nuqui Tribuga region of Colombia. Image source: Sebastian Di Domenico/Shutterstock.com
Pacifica is a tiny strip of territory that hugs the Pacific coast of Colombia, from Panama in the north to Ecuador in the south. It is home to stunning beaches, lush tropical woods, and intriguing villages and towns.
The majority of tourists go to Cali since it is the biggest city in the area and the “party capital” of Colombia, known for its abundance of fiestas, street parties, and salsa clubs. Popayan, a city founded by the Spanish, is also well worth a visit. Large religious celebrations, such as Easter, are held annually to attest to the city’s status as the spiritual epicenter of the nation.
Beautiful coastal towns and beaches can be found all along its Pacific coast, with the fishing communities of Ladrilleros and Juanchaco being among the most well-known. Try your hand at surfing, or go scuba diving or snorkeling to discover the hidden treasures of the ocean below. When these magnificent mammals move along the coast from July to September, whale watching becomes a popular tourist activity.
2. Amazonia
sunset reflection in a lagoon in the Amazon Rainforest of Colombia. Image source: SL-Photography/Shutterstock.com
Taking up more than a third of the nation, the Amazon rainforest is a veritable sea of green that is really breathtaking to see, and a hike into its steamy depths is an experience that will stay with you forever.
The area is a paradise for ecotourists due to its rich diversity of plant and animal life. The most visited park is the massive Amacayacu National Park, but Chiribiquete National Park is also rather well-liked.
Since roads are few in this remote region, most people who live here choose to go by boat. Pink dolphins, tapirs, and caymans are just some of the exotic wildlife you could see when exploring the Putumayo or Guaviare Rivers. Discovering the incredible fauna and stunning landscapes of the Amazon is really a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
1. Colombian Islands
the Rosario Islands in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Image source: R.M. Nunes/Shutterstock.com
The islands of Colombia may be found dotted all throughout the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. You can’t go wrong with any of them; they all have stunning natural beauty and exciting aquatic activities.
The Caribbean’s Islas del Rosario is a must-see for its stunning beauty, including its stunning beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and lush national park. However, the equally stunning landscapes of San Andres and Providencia should not be overlooked.
Islands of comparable charm dot the Pacific coast of the nation. Scuba diving is fantastic on both Isla Gorgona, a former prison turned nature reserve, and Isla Malpelo, a wildlife preserve in the middle of the ocean.
