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Old Oct 20th, 2017, 02:19 PM
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Travel agency in Columbia

I'd like to spend 10 - 14 days in Columbia. We'd like to do some hiking/walking each day. Does anyone recommend an agency who can arrange this in Columbia. We'd like to travel with just the 2 of us. Thanks.
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Old Oct 20th, 2017, 05:28 PM
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I don’t know of any agencies as such, but it is fairly easy to arrange travel and accomodation in Colombia and then sort out hiking etc. on arrival. We loved the Zona Cafetera for hiking. Salento, Jardin etc. Some photos and more info on our time there on our blog @ https://accidentalnomads.com/category/colombia/ . I would also consider Barichara and Villa de Leyva where there are some nice hiking opportunities.
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Old Oct 20th, 2017, 07:18 PM
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Your trip seems amazing. Thanks for sharing your adventure.
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Old Oct 21st, 2017, 05:41 PM
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I agree with crellston. It's very say to plan and book a trip ypurself. Click on my name to read our TR for our time in Colombia last year.
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I found the official tourism desks pretty helpful. There is one in the main airport. Another option when you arrive in the Airport is to spend some time looking around, there..lots of stores (if you need a paper travel guide) and some travel agents although may be more oriented toward Colombian international travel.

If you are looking for particular guides eg at the national parks, and your trip is short, don't assume you can find them on demand. crellston has the luxury of a time to sort things out and if you read his trip report the buses are not the best option.

Hiring a driver to go longer distances isn't inexpensive since you will be paying his lodging meals etc. I think I was quoted $150 a day. Local taxis may be easier but you might have to pay for a full day also, for them to wait to pick you up when you are done. Depends on how much adventure you want.
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