Cartagena & Caribbean Coast
Overview
Explore Cartagena and the Caribbean coast during your roundtrip in Colombia. You will find a spectacular coast, colonial cities, dense jungle, archaeological sites, Caribbean beaches and islands and a very diverse culture…These are just a few of the ingredients that make the Caribbean coast one of the most popular regions of Colombia. Travelers who like to travel “off the beaten track” can also choose from a number of extraordinary destinations.
Highlights
- Soaking up atmosphere in the historic center of Cartagena
- Chilling in the tropical rainforest around the mountain village Minca
- Hiking to the archaeological site Ciudad Perdida
- Driving through the rugged “desert” of La Guajira
- Hiking to spectacular beaches in The Tayrona National Park
- Snorkeling around uninhabited islets at San Andrés and Providencia
- Celebrating Carnival in Barranquilla
- Relax on the beach in Palomino
- Make a side trip to Mompox, also called “Little Cartagena”, a a colonial city deep inland
Click on the link below to find example routes and itineraries for your trip to Cartagena and the Caribbean coast of Colombia.
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