
Oliver Fischer
My name is Oliver, I was born in Germany and am currently living and working in Colombia. I am passionate about traveling and getting to know different cultures. I hope to share with you my passion for Colombia, the diverse country that left me, like many other travelers that visited it, with a deep impression and the wish to return.
How did you get involved in travel?
"I have always been passionate about traveling, having visited different destinations in Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America, but I knew I wanted to stay in Colombia for a longer time after my first stay in Colombia in 2015. Last year I finished my master's thesis about ecotourism in the Amazon and soon after relocated to Cali, where I now live and work."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"When I first stayed in Medellín for two and a half months I was blown away by the hospitality and friendliness of its people. In Medellín, I volunteered in a community, located on the hills surrounding the city. The highlight of my stay was when the kids I had been working with threw a barbeque-party in their neighborhood for me before I left, from where you have the most spectacular view of the sun setting over the city. "
Featured trips & expertise

Best of Colombia: Bogotá, Medellín & Cartagena - 9 Days
Explore three of Colombia's most exciting cities on this 9-day adventure. Start in Bogotá, the sprawling cosmopolitan capital. Tour the colonial streets of the historic center, taste local cuisine, and visit museums. Then, transfer to Medellín to see street art and communal projects, and learn about Colombian coffee culture. The adventure ends in tropical Cartagena, where you'll appreciate Spanish forts and architecture, enjoy fresh seafood, and swim in the Caribbean.

Explore Bogotá, Medellín, and Cartagena - 8 Days
On this eight-day excursion, you'll visit Bogotá, the largest city in Colombia and a melting pot of people from around the country. Travel to Medellín and see with your own eyes how it's transformed from one of the most dangerous cities to a fascinating destination. Then explore Cartagena, the jewel of the Caribbean ocean, and go on a trip to the beautiful beaches and islands nearby.

Highlights of Colombia: Cities & the Caribbean Coast - 16 Days
This classic Colombia itinerary starts in Bogotá and then travels north to the Caribbean. Along the route, you'll visit famous salt mines and charming colonial towns like Barichara and Villa de Leyva, with a couple of days to explore the modern metropolitan city of Medellín. Once you reach the coast, you'll spend a few days exploring Cartagena before relaxing on the pristine beaches of the San Bernardo Islands.

Explore Zona Cafetera - 5 Days
Experience a taste of Colombian culture on this 5-day trip to the Coffee Triangle. You'll go to the heart of the country's coffee region in charming Salento for an overnight at a working farm and hike through the picturesque green mountains of the Cocora Valley (and the famous wax palms). Then, head to Manizales, the most adventurous of the three cities that make up Colombia's coffee triangle, where you'll visit the Rio Blanco Nature reserve. Like the coffee this region is known for, this trip is designed to awaken all of your senses.

Food & Culture in Colombia: Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena, & Tayrona National Park - 15 Days
On this 15-day culinary tour, you're never far from the flavors that comprise Colombian culture. You'll dive right in, sampling exotic fruits, savory street food, and local rum. You'll even participate in cooking classes and prepare some of the nation's most famous dishes. In between food-related adventures, take time to relax on some of Colombia's pristine beaches in Tayrona National Park.

Colombia Adventure: Zona Cafetera, Tayrona Park, & Caribbean Coast - 15 Days
Depending on personal preference, some folks like rugged activity on their vacation while others prefer relaxing on white-sand beaches fronting crystalline waters. Others opt for the museums and nightlife found in more cosmopolitan destinations. We wonder why not enjoy it all? That's just what this itinerary offers: city life, culture, the great outdoors and plenty of time to relax.
Recent trip reviews for Oliver
Oliver was great managing the whole COVID19 s... · Colombia - Mar 12 - Mar 21, 2020
Oliver was great managing the whole COVID19 situation, ensured I had the most uptodate information so I could make an informed decision to leave as soon as i possibly could. And for that, I am incredibly grateful to his situational awareness. Even though I couldn't enjoy everything Colombia had to offer, I was well looked after with really great accommodation and itinerary options. Thank you Oliver!

Colombia in 17 days · Colombia - Feb 25 - Mar 12, 2020
The trip was very well planned and all the guides met or exceeded our expectations. We especially enjoyed the mountain biking and the walk in Cocora Valley. All the drivers were on time, pleasant and professional.

Sister Trip to Colombia · Colombia - Jan 11 - Jan 20, 2020
I really enjoyed my trip to Colombia. It is now my favorite Latin American country. I was impressed with it's infrastructure, cleanliness and kindness of the people.
One of my favorite places I visited was Bogota and our guide Juan. The city was very clean and the graffiti murals were gorgeous. Going to the market and trying all the different fruits was a lot of fun. Juan was very knowledgeable and did a great job showing us around the city.
My favorite hotel was the Finca... read more

Hey Melissa,
Thank you very much for your comments. I am very glad that you had such a good time in Colombia! As I mentioned you are very welcome to send me a message whenever you are ready to begin planning your return to Colombia to explore the rest of the country!
Oliver
Detailed review of our Colombia itinerary · Colombia - Dec 28 - Jan 11, 2020
Overall the trip was fantastic. There were a few things we probably would have done differently if we had more knowledge about the area. Here is our detailed review of the itinerary:
Day 1: Everything went well with the transportation from the airport to the hotel. The hotel was great. The only critique we have for the hotel is the lack of breakfast options. But the hotel was in a great location and we would stay there again.
Day 2: Awesome bike tour. We really liked our guide and... read more
Oliver,First, let me say that we enjoyed our... · Colombia - Jan 2 - Jan 12, 2020
Oliver,
First, let me say that we enjoyed our trip and have no regrets. Kimkim and you generally did an excellent job. The hotels were generally a pleasure, with a great deal of character. There were odds and ends they could do better, but we were quite happy with them. The pace we had worked out gradually before the trip was just about right. We had enough time to simply wander on our own, which we value. I think there is a tendency to try to pack in too much, and we were glad we had pushed... read more

Dear John,
Thank you very much for your very detailed comments. I am very glad that you enjoyed your time in Colombia, especially that the arrangements we made to accommodate the pace for you worked out well in general. It's great to hear that you, who has experience in fishing, enjoyed the fishing trip in Cartagena that much. I am also glad that you liked most of the hotels, even if the one in the Amazon was a bit too rustic for you (although I had sent you pictures of the rooms beforehand).
Oliver

Fabulous trip to Colombia - met our needs perfectly · Colombia - Oct 20 - Nov 2, 2019
This was my first trip through KimKim and it exceeded all my expectations. The tools that KimKim offers for connecting with and communicating with the tour planner where effective and easy to use. Oliver from Aventure Colombia was great. We were looking for off-the-beaten path travel . Oliver suggested some great options and was very flexible in adjusting the options to arrive at an itinerary that worked for us. We were supported by Oliver and his peers from the minute we arrived in... read more

Hey Suzanne,
Thank you so much for your kind comments. I am very glad you enjoyed your time in the Amazon and in the Sierra Nevada! It was a pleasure planning your trip with you.
Best wishes from Cali,
Oliver