Destination overview

The pinnacle of South American culture, cuisine and coastline, Columbia excites on every level.

Considered the gateway to South America, Columbia sits at the top of the continent, bordered by Ecuador, Peru and Brazil to the south and Venezuela to the east. The captivating country features the allure of the Amazon and the might of the Andes and is the second most biodiverse area in the world, behind Brazil.

The footprints of ancient civilizations weave their way through modern day Columbia, with many of the villages, or pueblos, preserved for centuries with their cobblestone streets and brightly coloured buildings. Exceptional street art fills laneways like the fresh aroma of Columbian coffee, as you explore colonial cities filled with ancient cathedrals, or hit the higher altitudes with treks and climbs that soar into the Andes.

From lush mountain landscapes to tiny offshore islands, Columbia’s appeal as a destination is diverse. San Andres, located in the Caribbean Sea 400 miles off the northeast coast of Columbia, is a popular hot spot for visitors searching for a tropical vacation. The island is dotted with the same colourful colonial heritage found on the mainland, yet surrounded by coral reefs, sandy beaches and dive sites that make it well worth visiting.