Colombia

For most travelers (including those from the U.S., Canada, EU, UK, and Australia), no visa is required for visits of up to 90 days. Kuoda confirms the latest entry requirements for your passport, ensures your documents are valid, and manages every detail so you arrive worry-free and well prepared.

Important: Colombia has required a pre-registration form for both entry and exit, known formerly as Check-Mig and now as Biomig. However, this requirement is subject to temporary suspension by Colombian authorities. All travelers should check the official Migración Colombia portal a few days before departure to confirm whether it is currently required: https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro

While no vaccines are required for entry, certain protections are recommended depending on your route, such as Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A, and Typhoid, especially if visiting jungle or rural regions. Kuoda provides you with a personalized health briefing, including medical recommendations, reliable local clinics, and wellness precautions for every destination.

Some parts of Colombia, including Bogotá, the Andes, and highland towns, sit at altitude. With Kuoda, altitude is never an issue. We plan your ascent gradually, include buffer days, and provide access to local remedies and oxygen support when necessary. Because every journey is private, we adapt your pace to your comfort.

During Your Journey

Yes, especially when you travel with local expertise. Colombia has evolved into one of South America’s most rewarding destinations. Kuoda partners only with trusted guides, vetted drivers, and secure boutique accommodations. We monitor national and regional conditions in real time, keeping your journey safe, seamless, and fully supported from start to finish.

In cities, boutique hotels, and most lodges, yes, connectivity is reliable. In remote areas, such as jungle zones or the Lost City trek, service may fade. Kuoda highlights these “offline moments” in your itinerary, maintaining backup communication plans for your peace of mind. Many travelers end up treasuring this time offline as part of the experience.

Colombia is known for its warmth, hospitality, and cultural richness. Kuoda helps you engage respectfully and meaningfully:

• Dress modestly in rural or indigenous zones.
• Always ask before photographing locals.
• Use polite greetings; Colombians appreciate courtesy. Your private guide acts as your cultural bridge, introducing you to communities and traditions in ways that honor authenticity and mutual respect.

Practical Tips & What to Pack

Colombia’s range, from tropical jungles to cool Andean peaks, makes layering essential. Pack:

• Light base layers and a warm fleece
• Rain jacket or poncho
• Comfortable walking shoes and sandals
• Sun protection (hat, glasses, sunscreen)
• Insect repellent for coastal and jungle regions
• Reusable water bottle with filtration
• Camera, charger, and travel adapters Kuoda provides a personalized packing guide suited to your itinerary and season, ensuring you bring only what you need.

The Colombian Peso (COP) is the official currency. Credit cards are accepted in cities, but cash is essential for smaller towns, local markets, and rural areas. Kuoda advises on when and where to exchange, which ATMs to trust, and how much to carry safely. With us, you’ll always have access to what you need, without worrying about logistics.

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. As a guideline:

• Private guides: USD $10–20/day
• Drivers: USD $5–10/day
• Restaurants: ~10% (if not included)

Yes, and for Kuoda, sustainability is integral to how we design travel. We collaborate with local communities, eco-lodges, and conservation initiatives throughout the country. You might share a meal with a coffee farmer, stay in a family-run hacienda, or support rainforest preservation projects. With Kuoda, every journey leaves a meaningful, positive impact, on you, and on the places you visit.

Colombia Highlights & Specialty Questions

Yes, spaces are limited. Kuoda handles all permits, guides, porters, and logistics well in advance, ensuring a seamless experience. You’ll simply arrive ready to explore this ancient site in comfort and confidence.

Both are possible, and Kuoda excels at balance. We can combine a jungle trek or Amazon adventure with Cartagena’s coastal charm and Bogotá’s urban energy. Your journey can be as active or as restorative as you wish, always with smooth transitions and thoughtful pacing.

The Coffee Triangle is one of Colombia’s most inviting landscapes. Kuoda arranges private stays at boutique fincas, hands-on harvest tours, and tastings guided by expert growers. You’ll go beyond the tasting room, meeting the artisans who bring Colombia’s most celebrated beans to life.

Absolutely, that’s one of Colombia’s great strengths. Kuoda often blends Cartagena or Tayrona’s coastlines with the Andean highlands or Amazon exploration. We handle every detail, flights, transfers, and timing, so your multi-region journey feels seamless and balanced.

Kuoda operates throughout South America, with local teams who stay informed in real time. If conditions change, from road closures to weather events, we adjust immediately, offering alternate routes or experiences we’ve personally vetted. You’ll never lose a day; you’ll simply discover another side of Colombia we love to share.