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We are The Colombian Trip, your key to a soul-stirring, eye-opening adventure into one of the most magical countries on earth. Our boutique travel agency designs custom itineraries for travelers eager to explore all of Colombia’s treasures—and want to do so with ease.  

With our deep roots in Colombia, our travel designers can craft travel experiences that awe you at every turn, from the colorful colonial architecture of Cartagena to the brilliant blue waters of Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Venture deep into jungles, forests, mountain-top villages, and cosmopolitan cities, with the help of our expert local guides who’ll pamper you all along the way.

Each itinerary we design is custom-crafted for our individual clients. Go where you want, explore at your preferred pace, and dive into your unique passions—we’ll design it all (at a price point that fits your budget!). Our English-speaking local guides—which include experts in their fields, such as historians, anthropologists, and biologists—know the territory intimately and can’t wait to share it all with you.

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Highly recommend- Medellin, Santa Marta, & Cartagena for family of 12
Colombia | Jun 20 - Jun 28, 2026

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Rachael S.
Hoboken, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Margarita provided excellent assistance throughout the trip, beginning with the planning of the trip. She listened to our needs and planned a wonderful itinerary that accommodated a family of 12 ranging from 4 years old to 85 years old. Margarita, Oscar, and Wendy were all responsive during our trip. We just absolutely loved everything. The tours, hotels, and food were all wonderful; thank you! Juan Camillo, our guide in Medellin, was especially worth noting as we really bonded with him... Read more

Margarita provided excellent assistance throughout the trip, beginning with the planning of the trip. She listened to our needs and planned a wonderful itinerary that accommodated a family of 12 ranging from 4 years old to 85 years old. Margarita, Oscar, and Wendy were all responsive during our trip. We just absolutely loved everything. The tours, hotels, and food were all wonderful; thank you! Juan Camillo, our guide in Medellin, was especially worth noting as we really bonded with him and wished he could have remained with us throughout the duration of our full trip. We stayed in Medellin (Wake Bio,) Santa Marta (Naio,) and Cartagena (Sofitel.) Highly recommend! Locals were all kind and thanking us for visiting as American tourists. We felt safe throughout the entirety of our trip.

Hotel Reviews
Wake BioHotel
Medellín

Stay here! We had a 2 bed, 3 bath, living room/kitchen suite on 8th floor. It was great. I also appreciated that the 1 day I did have housekeeping come in (I generally keep do not disturb on my door at all hotels and only get towels/toilet paper delivered) they did not mess up my stuff! They didn't reorganize any of my belongings which was MUCH appreciated and generally why I don't have anyone come clean my room during hotel stays! Food/drinks were good. Pool was small but we didn't even have an opportunity to use it due to touring so it didn't matter.

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NAIO

Stay here! It was on the beach. We have the playa beachfront rooms. It was a very nicely sized room. Lighting was dim but it was fine. The hot/cold on the shower, if I recall correctly, seemed opposite of 'normal' for us so we took a cold shower the 1st day but figured it out. There were 3 nice pools. We didn't go in ocean because it was very choppy and my 4 y/o couldn't even stand in ankle-deep water without being knocked over by waves. But, it was a cool vibe to have the beach there and overlook it from the pool. Plus, we didn't have to worry about sand everywhere ha! Food/drinks were good! We got 90 min massages- very good. They're in an open hut in the jungle so if others are getting massages in neighboring huts, you may not have the privacy you are used to. I went in the morning and was the only person there but others in my family (group of 12) went in the afternoon and could see eachother so that could be a bit uncomfortable.

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Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
Cartagena

Super nice and fancy! Our room wasn't huge here but it was a very nice and high end resort. Food and drinks were great. Pool was awesome! Staff was on top of everything!

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Activity Reviews
Fruit Tasting & Picnic in Medellín’s Botanical Garden
Fruit Tasting & Picnic in Medellín’s Botanical Garden
Colombia

Nice time enjoying this with Juan Camilo before our departure! Casual time in gardens enjoying some fruit and chatting about our past few days together!

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Navigating Nature: Discover the Mangroves of La Boquilla
Navigating Nature: Discover the Mangroves of La Boquilla
Cartagena

Fun way to start the day in a canoe enjoying the mangroves!

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Enjoy the Beaches and Coral Reefs of the Rosario Islands by Private Boat
Enjoy the Beaches and Coral Reefs of the Rosario Islands by Private Boat
Colombia

Super cool trip highlight for our group. Nice boat, skilled driver. Thoroughly enjoyed by all!

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Exploring Arvi Park by Cable Car
Exploring Arvi Park by Cable Car
Medellín

Fun way to start our Medellin adventures getting out to enjoy and see the city!

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Drum Safari - Sounds of Cartagena
Drum Safari - Sounds of Cartagena
Cartagena

Fun stop- definitely add! Good experience for our full family of 12 ranging from 4-85.

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Medellín Treasures: Gardens, Art, and Heritage Tour
Medellín Treasures: Gardens, Art, and Heritage Tour
Colombia

Juan Camilo was very knowledgeable and accommodating to our full group!

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Exploring Comuna 13, Medellín's Public Transformation & Local Flavors
Exploring Comuna 13, Medellín's Public Transformation & Local Flavors
Medellín

Must add for Medellin cultural experience!

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Colombian Flavors for Everyone: A Fun Arepa & Empanada Workshop
Colombian Flavors for Everyone: A Fun Arepa & Empanada Workshop
Colombia

Highlight in Medellin for our family. Chef/owner was wonderful and our family really enjoyed this. Nice, private homestead with ample space. Comfortable and food was amazing!

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Free day In Tayrona
Free day In Tayrona
Colombia

Much needed day of rest at the beautiful Naio Hotel!

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Knowing Cartagena to the Rhythm of Salsa
Knowing Cartagena to the Rhythm of Salsa
Cartagena

Everyone enjoyed this! None of us left as salsa experts but we thoroughly enjoyed the class and it was private so was not embarrassing to dance in front of anyone!

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Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Replied on Jul 08, 2026
Dear Rachael, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It was truly a pleasure to help create this special journey for your family of 12, and we are so happy to know that everyone, from 4 to 85 years old, had such a wonderful time in Colombia. Thank you especially for your lovely words about Margarita, Oscar, Juan Camilo. We will absolutely share your comments with the team. It means so much to us to hear that you enjoyed the hotels, tours, food, and experiences,... Read more

Dear Rachael,

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. It was truly a pleasure to help create this special journey for your family of 12, and we are so happy to know that everyone, from 4 to 85 years old, had such a wonderful time in Colombia.

Thank you especially for your lovely words about Margarita, Oscar, Juan Camilo. We will absolutely share your comments with the team.

It means so much to us to hear that you enjoyed the hotels, tours, food, and experiences, and especially that you felt safe and warmly welcomed throughout your journey.

Thank you again for trusting us with your family trip.
We send a big hug to all 12 of you and hope to welcome you back to Colombia one day!

Warmly,
The Colombian Trip Team

Our family of 12 very different personalities...
Colombia | Jun 20 - Jun 28, 2026

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Tiffany F.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Our family of 12 very different personalities and ages all loved our trip. Margarita and Oscar supported us through every moment, and ensured we had a wonderful time. Each day was thoughtfully planned, and executed perfectly!

Local specialist: Wendy Romero

Gift to my parent
Colombia | Mar 16 - Mar 22, 2026

Ana
Ana G.
Brazil | Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Wendy was simply FABULOUS! She helped me prepare a trip to Colombia to my parents as a gift and was thoughtful in every aspect of the trip. She has a great knowledge of her country and activities that can be done, which means she has excellent suggestions on what to do. Besides, she truly understood the challenge and prepared a tailored itinerary, even considering that my parents speak Portuguese! All of the chosen hotels were very good and she was even able to arrange special treats for them. I can't reinforce how much I recommend Wendy and her team! Muchas gracias, querida!!!

Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Replied on Jul 08, 2026

Dear Ana,

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words!

It was truly a pleasure to help create this special gift for your parents and make sure every detail was thoughtfully planned for them.

I am especially happy to know they enjoyed the hotels, experiences, and little surprises along the way. It meant a lot to me to design something tailored to them.

Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. It was an absolute joy to be part of this very special trip!

Muchas gracias, mi estimada Ana! A big hug from Colombia! 🇨🇴

Warmly,
Wendy & The Colombian Trip

Nine Day Colombia Trip
Colombia | Dec 29 - Jan 7, 2026

Robert
Robert M.
Canada | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2026
Having just completed our nine day trip in Colombia I can provide some thoughts.
I have to say that I didn’t know really what to expect and what I would see in Colombia given the limited images and news about this country. Narcos and Juan Valdez commercials can only go so far. Colombia and its cities far exceeded our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed each of our guides and those who assisted along the way for days like Bike Tour and Gold Museum in Bogota, to the waterfall and organic...
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Having just completed our nine day trip in Colombia I can provide some thoughts.
I have to say that I didn’t know really what to expect and what I would see in Colombia given the limited images and news about this country. Narcos and Juan Valdez commercials can only go so far. Colombia and its cities far exceeded our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed each of our guides and those who assisted along the way for days like Bike Tour and Gold Museum in Bogota, to the waterfall and organic farm lunch in Medellin.
I will note for me specifically that this was the single most impactful visit I have ever had to a museum. Seeing the gold artifacts through the eyes of an indigenous people was very moving. The Salt Cathedral also was absolutely stunning in size and scope.
We didn’t just get Instagram worthy pics, we heard perspectives, and listened to new ideas and saw glorious sites. I thank everyone involved in introducing South America and Colombia to me. You are a tough act to follow. I will recommend Kimkim to family and friends (they have already gushed about the pictures) and I suspect and look forward to engaging with you further for future adventures with Kristin.

Many thanks once again for making the start of 2026 so memorable!!! Cheers and Happy New Year to one and all.
Rob

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Jan 14, 2026
Dear Rob, Wow! thank you so much for your heartfelt words. Reading your reflections truly moved me.
It’s incredibly rewarding to know that Colombia not only met but exceeded your expectations.
From the gold artifacts at the museum to the beauty of the Salt Cathedral, it sounds like the journey left a lasting impression ... and that means the world to us.
We believe travel is about more than just beautiful photos, it’s about connection, understanding, and unforgettable stories... and I’m... Read more

Dear Rob,

Wow! thank you so much for your heartfelt words. Reading your reflections truly moved me.
It’s incredibly rewarding to know that Colombia not only met but exceeded your expectations.
From the gold artifacts at the museum to the beauty of the Salt Cathedral, it sounds like the journey left a lasting impression ... and that means the world to us.

We believe travel is about more than just beautiful photos, it’s about connection, understanding, and unforgettable stories... and I’m so glad you experienced that here. It was a joy to have you and Kristin with us, and I’ll be thrilled to help you both plan the next chapter whenever the time feels right.

Thank you again for your trust, your openness, and your kind recommendation.
Margarita

Knowledgeable guides, plethora of immersive experiences
Colombia | Dec 22 - Dec 31, 2025

Paul
Paul S.
Highlands Ranch, CO | Reviewed on Jan 02, 2026

The guides were all excellent and knowledgeable. It was a good mix of culture, adventure, and food experiences. We particularly liked the flower experience in Saint Elena and the and La Minorista fruit market tasting.. We also loved the height through Tyrona and the tubing experienced on the Don Diego river. The cooking class was also a true highlight learning about Colombian cuisine.. enou

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Jan 02, 2026

Dear Paul,
Thank you so much for your lovely message; it truly means a lot to us.
It was a joy having you and your beautiful family here in Colombia. On behalf of our entire team, thank you for trusting us with such a special journey. I’m so glad to hear the experiences touched your hearts from the flower farms to the Don Diego river!

We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Colombia will always have its arms open for you.

Warmest hugs,
Margarita

KimKim couldn't have been better!
Colombia | Sep 12 - Sep 21, 2025

Margaret
Margaret H.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025
We had an amazing trip around Colombia experiencing the art, culture, food and of course the coffee in this beautiful country. All our guides were so informative and helpful; Ricardo in Bogota was so knowledgable kind and interesting,.....in fact none of them disappointed in anyway. Columbia is a vibrant, extremely friendly and interesting country with a rich cultural heritage. I would not hesitate in recommending it as a great holiday destination and I would definitely recommend kimkim for... Read more

We had an amazing trip around Colombia experiencing the art, culture, food and of course the coffee in this beautiful country. All our guides were so informative and helpful; Ricardo in Bogota was so knowledgable kind and interesting,.....in fact none of them disappointed in anyway. Columbia is a vibrant, extremely friendly and interesting country with a rich cultural heritage. I would not hesitate in recommending it as a great holiday destination and I would definitely recommend kimkim for its professionalism, choices of accommodation and tour guides and overall attention to detail.

Hotel Review
The Artisan D.C. Hotel, Autograph Collection
Bogotá

We were not well when we arrived at the hotel and the staff could not have been nicer / more helpful to us. The staff in the restaurant were extremely nice and the food was great & good value. The room and bathroom was perfect.

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Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on May 22, 2026
Dear Margaret! I’m so happy to hear you both had such an amazing time exploring Colombia, and that you enjoyed the art, culture, food, and of course, the coffee. It means a lot to us to know that our guides, especially Ricardo, made your experience even more special. He and the whole team are always so dedicated, and it makes us really happy that they exceeded your expectations! Colombia really has something unique, doesn’t it? We are so glad you were able to connect with the culture,... Read more

Dear Margaret!

I’m so happy to hear you both had such an amazing time exploring Colombia, and that you enjoyed the art, culture, food, and of course, the coffee. It means a lot to us to know that our guides, especially Ricardo, made your experience even more special. He and the whole team are always so dedicated, and it makes us really happy that they exceeded your expectations!

Colombia really has something unique, doesn’t it? We are so glad you were able to connect with the culture, the people, and everything that makes this place so vibrant. There’s no better reward for us than knowing that you had a memorable time.

Thank you so much for trusting kimkim and us with your journey. We truly hope to welcome you back someday... you will always have a home in Colombia 🇨🇴💛

Sending you a big hug, and thanks again for sharing your experience with us.

Un abrazo,
Margarita

Start to finish KimKim and Margarita looked a...
Colombia | Sep 12 - Sep 21, 2025

Justin
Justin H.
Qatar | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Start to finish KimKim and Margarita looked after every detail of each day- hotels were great, air and land transfers were flawless and our guides in each city were very professional, informative and passionate about their wonderful country- Columbia.
A great adventure, very well priced, safe and really memorable. Exceeded all expectations

Thanks KimKim Team

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Sep 29, 2025

Thank you so much, Justin, for sharing your wonderful feedback. It makes us truly happy to know that every detail, from the hotels to the transfers and guides, helped create a trip that exceeded your expectations.

Your words mean a lot to us, as our team’s passion is to deliver exactly what you described: safe, authentic, and memorable experiences.

We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon 🇨🇴
There’s always more of Colombia waiting for you!

Best,
Margarita

Kobe was exceptionally attentive during the p...
Colombia | Aug 24 - Aug 25, 2025

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Laura S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025
Kobe was exceptionally attentive during the planning process. He was open to my ideas, took into consideration our budget, and made wonderful suggestions. He communicated clearly and concisely ensuring I understood everything being presented and was flexible with changes. He worked very diligently to create a trip that would meet our desires and expectations. Kobe was very easy to work with. Read more

Kobe was exceptionally attentive during the planning process. He was open to my ideas, took into consideration our budget, and made wonderful suggestions. He communicated clearly and concisely ensuring I understood everything being presented and was flexible with changes. He worked very diligently to create a trip that would meet our desires and expectations. Kobe was very easy to work with.

Hotel Review
El Refugio
Rio Claro

Río Claro is amazingly beautiful. It is full of birds and gorgeous! The climate is hot and humid so prepare to sweat while engaging in activities. To get to the Refugio cabins you will need to be able to ascend and descend steep stairs. Once in the cabin the view is spectacular!

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Activity Review
Day One Birding In Rio Claro Reserve
Day One Birding In Rio Claro Reserve
Río Claro Reserve

We weren’t expecting the heat. The birding guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Also a good teacher.

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Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Replied on Aug 26, 2025

Dear Laura,

It was an absolute pleasure bringing your first birding trip to life! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed working with Kobe on the operations side as well, he was a great partner with me in ensuring every detail was covered. The whole team was thrilled to work with you, and it makes me so happy to know that the experience met your expectations.

Thank you for trusting us with your journey, and I hope the memories you made in Colombia will stay with you for a long time.

Warm regards,
Wendy

Outstanding Service and Unforgettable Experience
Colombia | Jul 31 - Aug 8, 2025

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Zhenya S.
Bulgaria | Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025
We would like to sincerely thank Wendy for organizing the trip to Colombia for my mother and father-in-law. From start to finish, everything was perfectly arranged — the hotels were excellent, the guides were knowledgeable and caring, and the whole itinerary was thoughtfully planned to make the journey smooth and memorable. Wendy’s professionalism, attention to detail, and warm approach gave us peace of mind, knowing that they were in the best hands. She went above and beyond to make sure... Read more

We would like to sincerely thank Wendy for organizing the trip to Colombia for my mother and father-in-law. From start to finish, everything was perfectly arranged — the hotels were excellent, the guides were knowledgeable and caring, and the whole itinerary was thoughtfully planned to make the journey smooth and memorable.

Wendy’s professionalism, attention to detail, and warm approach gave us peace of mind, knowing that they were in the best hands. She went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of, and it truly made a difference.

I cannot recommend Wendy highly enough — if you are planning a trip, she is the person to trust. We are deeply grateful for her efforts and will gladly work with her again in the future :)

Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Replied on Aug 26, 2025

Dear Zhenya,

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure to bring your mother and father-in-law's trip to life. They are wonderful people, so warm, curious, and delightful to work with. I hope they enjoyed the rest of their travels and made some lasting memories.

I also want to thank you for being so kind and communicative throughout the entire planning process. It made my job that much easier, and I truly appreciate your trust.

I look forward to the opportunity to work with you again in the future!

Warmly,
Wendy

Honeymoon in Panama
Panama | Jun 28 - Jul 7, 2025

Pete
Pete K.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025
Our honeymoon was pure magic from the first moment to the last! The planning and logistics of this trip was flawless and I highly recommend using Andrea and kimkim! We were blown away. Read more

Our honeymoon was pure magic from the first moment to the last! The planning and logistics of this trip was flawless and I highly recommend using Andrea and kimkim! We were blown away.

Hotel Review
Nayara Bocas del Toro
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Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Replied on Jul 15, 2025

Dear Pete,

Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly warms our hearts to know that your honeymoon was everything you dreamed of—and more. It was such a joy to help bring this special journey to life, and I'm so happy to hear that every moment felt magical for you both.

Wishing you a lifetime filled with just as much love, adventure, and wonder as your time in Panama—and even more. Please know that there will always be a special place here for you both.

Isabel, Plinio, and everyone here (including the team at Kaandela) sends their warmest regards.

With gratitude,
Andrea