Los Llanos Orientales, Travel Stories
Boat ride in the Llanos On a boat trip in the Llanos, you can spot caimans, capybaras and turtles and fish for piranhas. We were walking to a clearing by the river, when Jeremiah said very quietly; “look ‘n next to you.” A few feet away there was a...
Los Llanos Orientales, Travel Stories
On Colombian safari: Hato La Aurora, Casanare A wildlife safari in Colombia’s lowlands At another spot we saw an anaconda about 5 meters long. He was easy for guide Giovanny to spot because the water was low. The animal lay curled quietly in a corner…I...
Los Llanos Orientales, Travel Stories
Colombian hospitality in Yopal, Colombia The cab ride I wanted to do in the afternoon turned out to be an extended sightseeing trip. Trainee Alejandro from the hotel, suggested I go with me and he had also already arranged a cab. I was a little overwhelmed by all this...
Cartagena and Caribbean coast, Travel Stories
Tour by motorcycle cab in Minca On the back of the motorcycle past waterfalls and coffee incas The first few miles on the bike went smoothly and I sat relaxed looking around. As the road got worse with deep gullies, mud puddles and rocks, I got a little anxious....
Cartagena and Caribbean coast, Travel Stories
Behind the scenes at Mercado Bazurto Cartagena off the beaten path During the tour, interaction was key: We learned to dance a few steps to Champeta music, attracting a lot of attention. Afterwards, we were able to cool off with a Costeñita beer and chat with the CD...
