Colombia in 5 Days: 4 Recommended 5-Day Itineraries to Colombia

Planning to spend 5 days in Colombia? With our Colombia 5-day itinerary suggestions, hike a volcano in Alvarado, sightseeing in Cartagena and boating in Loreto.

Discover one of the world’s major biodiversity hotspots with this 5 days in Colombia tour. Start your Colombian escapade with a drive to Tanimboca Natural Reserve. Go on a nocturnal hike in the reserve and meet the indigenous people of the Amazon in Huitoto village before heading out to Marasha Natural Reserve, located in Peru, by boat. Finally, travel to Mocagua to see wooly monkeys in the Maikuchiga Foundation and continue to Puerto Narino, known for pink dolphins. See all tours in Colombia.

On this five day Colombia trip, the fun gets going straight from the airport. As soon as you land, transfer to Chinchina where you can spend a full day at a coffee farm before heading to Manizales, the gateway to the Los Nevados National Park. Rising before the sun, begin trekking along the Nevado de Santa Isabel trailhead. Spend the entire day on the trail, exploring dwarf forests, lagoons, and even glaciers, including the Santa Isabel Glacier. Follow this with a hike around the infamous El Ruiz Volcano before reaching the stunning Laguna de Otun. Wander around the picturesque region and keep your eyes peeled for Andean eagles. Leave the cloud forest behind and head to the Otun Quimbaya Flora and Fauna Sanctuary to learn more about the ecosystem of the area. Finish off by exploring the colorful coffee region of Salento and hiking through the forests of the Cocora Valley. Describe your ideal 5-day holiday for a customized trip to Colombia.

If you’re in need of some sun, sea, and sand, spend five days in Cartagena and the surrounding coastal regions. Start your whistlestop adventure in the walled city of Cartagena. Spend the day exploring the city’s colonial architecture, colorful streets, and UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, among other attractions. Next, jump on a bus to nearby Santa Marta, known for its stunning white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Visit Playa Cristal, Tayrona, and more on a relaxing boat trip where you can swim, chill in the sunshine, and embrace the natural beauty before heading back to the airport. See more 5-day tours in Colombia.

Explore numerous volcanoes, glaciers, and picturesque mountain trails with this Colombia 5-day itinerary plan. Start off in the coffee region of Colombia, just outside the majestic Los Nevados National Park. Get up early, around 2.30 am, and head to the Nevado de Santa Isabel trailhead. With a mix of sunrise mountain trails, forest paths, and glacial paths that require crampons, this is a day spent in the beauty of Colombia’s natural regions. Visit the mighty El Ruiz volcano en route to Otun Lake, known for its glaciers and the entry point to the amazing Berlin Valley. Skate the borders of the Risaralda and Quindi­o departments to get world-class views of the Nevado del Tolima before trekking through the cloud forest at Argentina farm. Emerge from the cloud forest into the Cocora Valley, known for its waxy palm trees. End your trip in Salento which has a very colorful vibe.

So, with 5 days in Colombia, you need to pick a couple of places to check out or spend your days trekking around the stunning volcano in the coffee region. Whether you’re looking for outdoorsy adventure, culture, or a relaxing beach break, a five-day Colombia adventure is a great idea. Read our guide on how many days to spend in Colombia for more itinerary options. Need a hand booking your trip? Our in-country travel experts can help you create personalized tours to Colombia that suit your every need.

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