BARRANQUILLA Sun is shining, the weather is sweet... Make you want to move your dancing feet

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1 BARRANQUILLA Sun is shining, the weather is sweet... Make you want to move your dancing feet The 4 th biggest city in Colombia, famous for its busy port and cheerful folks! The 2 nd ATLANTICO HIGHLIGHTS Carnival: 9 st - - HOW2GETTHERE 11

2 TM THE MEETING POINT HOSTEL - Longstayers can get a discount! 12ATLANTICO

3 PNN VIA PARQUE ISLA DE SALAMANCA - WHAT TO DO? WHAT TO SEE? PRICES? RESERVATION? HOW2GETTHERE? MAGDALENA

4 CARTAGENA A pearl of the Caribbean Coast recognised by the UNESCO BOLIVAR HIGHLIGHTS - offers workshops, courses, laboratories & meetings, all in order to promote creativity, HOW2GETTHERE: 14

5 TM CASA VIENA CARTAGENA st Take the 1 st rd - Get a free beer at the check-in by showing the Colombia F cil guide. BOLIVAR

6 TM EL VIAJERO HOSTEL CARTAGENA in their dorms & private superior rooms, ceiling fans in the singles & standard private By showing your Colombia Facil guide & by staying for 3 or more nights you will get your own El Viajero Hostel T-shirt for free! If you go to El Viajero Hostel San Andres they can offer 20% off after the 4 th night. 16BOLIVAR

7 TM MEDIA LUNA HOSTEL cold beer with your fellow travelers, sun-bathing at the lush patio or dipping into the - nd BOLIVAR

8 AGENCIA DE VIAJES VIENA - Caribbean vibe! Get groupdiscount or 10% discount on a 3 rd tour! BOLIVAR

9 DIVING PLANET PADI 5 STARS DIVING CENTER that they have built through a relationship with the marine ecosystems based on respect, Special 10% discount for travelers by showing the Colombia Fácil guide. *Diving with Diving Planet means supporting their ecological foundation that works with disabled people & the protection of the coral reef in the PNN. 19BOLIVAR

10 PNN CORALES DE LA ISLAS DE SAN BERNARDO - SUCRE WHAT TO DO? Take a boat trip around the different interesting islands that lie near to one another: WHAT TO SEE? A real paradise with white beaches, cristal clear blue water, palm trees, cocktails & PRICES? TIPS? HOW2GETTHERE?

11 BOATS TO SAN BLAS PANAMA They pride themselves on the safety of their boats & the level of service that their crews They offer a wide variety of departure dates, though due to the popularity of the excursion, they recommend you to book in advance. 21BOLIVAR

12 SANTA MARTA The magic of it all... Fiestas del Mar = 3-4 days, starts end of june - nightlife, wonderful beaches & interesting history will cause a longer stay then planned! HIGHLIGHTS HOW2GETTHERE: MAGDALENA 22

13 TM LA BRISA LOCA - as well as an ideal central location, only a few blocks from the beach & local nightlife, Free towels for everyone, full breakfast & bar food menu. Book Fast & Easy here: MAGDALENA

14 TM THE DREAMER HOSTEL - nd most important museum in Colombia, Free coffee & towel. From Dec 2012 there will also be a 2 nd The Dreamer Hostel on the Palomino (dorm 25pp/n, double 80pr/n). 24MAGDALENA

15 HOSTAL SANTA ELENA by stunning natural beauty, its strategic location offers a wonderful view of the Sierra The Hostal Santa Elena its known by offering their visitors a welcoming environment & most of all a great service! Prices do not include food. Plan = all incl. MAGDALENA

16 MAGIC TOURS succeeded in maintaining largely unchanged their ancient culture down through the - City that works with local inhabitants to visit the site & has enabled these people to study & spirit & book an incredible odyssey that you will never forget! Upon your return from the Lost City tour you'll get a Magic Tours t-shirt & a free beer! Bilingual guides can be organized. 26MAGDALENA

17 ATV RENTALS VANDENENDEN S.A.S. MAGDALENA QUINDIO - Take a pose: The front guide will take pictures when you cross those beautiful rivers & For groups of 3 motos or 6 persons there is a 10% discount! * From 2013 its anticipated that ATV Rentals will be in Salento Quindio & in Santa Marta!

18 TAGANGA Taganga means Ta = coming & Ganga = the sea - HIGHLIGHTS rd - HOW2GETTHERE: MAGDALENA Only 1 ATM is here, which doesn t function all the time or not every card works here. Get some cash in Santa Marta to be on the safe side.

19 TM HOSTAL LA CASA DE FELIP E st st hostel in Taganga & the nd Discount for long stayers! 29MAGDALENA

20 TM LA TORTUGA HOSTEL TAGANGA rd wooden lodge with a corridor of balconies which completely surrounds it, giving to everyone - Special discounts for ISIC partners, VIVE COLOMBIA JOVEN, HO.LA Hostels (Not valid for online bookings with credit card) & a free check-in when showing the Colombia F cil guide! MAGDALENA

21 TM TECHOS AZULES HOSTAL Sector Dunkarinca Cabaña 1-100, Taganga Tel: Cel: FB: Hostal Techos Azules Located on the 9 th curve vía Santa Marta-Taganga. Or on the 5 th curve after the viewing point above Taganga entering the village from the side where the road faces the sea. From terminal: taxi = 10-12/tr, bus to the beach in Santa Marta & then a bus to Taganga = 1.2pp each way. Taxi from center of Santa Marta = 10min, 8/tr. called Taganga, renowned for its relaxed atmosphere, friendly people & visited by 100 s of Colombian & foreign tourists alike. Techo Azules hostel is situated on a hill directly overlooking the marvelous bay of Taganga & stands out because of its blue roofs. From the roof terrace you have 24/7 breath taking views of the mountainous surroundings, the beautiful The hostel is only a 5min stroll from the center & the beach. Another great place for relaxing & enjoying the sunset or sunrise is the rooftop terrace. The hostel offers comfortable rooms & cottages with bathroom & air conditioning or fan in a quiet environment. There is a fully equipped kitchen with all the utensils required for preparing food, social dinning area, TV room with cable, kiosk with hammocks for chilling & laundry service. Techos Azules provides guests with information & tips about the village, things to do & its surroundings. Santa Marta & Taganga together offer a special mix, a combination of history & natural beauty. The ideal location to relax & enjoy your holiday; the area invites you to come & see it yourself you'll not be disappointed! Dorm = 18-25pp/n. Double = pr/n. Triple = 70-70pr/n. Cabaña = pc/n (max 4 pers). 31MAGDALENA

22 MINCA Typical bouquet of wild flowers Ginger rojo & Ave del Para so = 5 / entrance of Minca - MAGDALENA HIGHLIGHTS nd HOW2GETTHERE:! No ATM so bring all your millions up the mountain with you!

23 CASA LOMA MINCA lity, coupled with friendly personal service & great international food options including this wonderful place where nobody can bother you! Amazing FREE view at arrival! MAGDALENA

24 LOS PINOS the caribbean coast stretched out to the west, white knuckle mountain bike tours, peace & Did they mention the views? Bring a hoodie for around the camp fire at night or buy one up there. MAGDALENA

25 PNN TAYRONA The most famous & widely visited national park in Colombia with its stunningly beautiful beaches & cultural historical treasures with indigenous groups who still live in these areas WHAT TO DO? WHAT TO SEE? PRICES? TIPS? come in, you cannot leave the park without paying a 2 nd HOW2GETTHERE? MAGDALENA

26 TM COSTEÑO BEACH SURFCAMP to nets, beach huts, all with their one of a kind design, a dorm bed or private rooms in The most critical / important thing is not to forget to make a reservation in advance, limited spaces! MAGDALENA

27 PLAYA BRAVA - TEYUMAKKE - A restaurant service is provided but for cooking lovers there is also a basic kitchen with paradise tucked away on the Tayrona coast with its own very private & romantic beach! They recommend you to travel light; mule rental (40/tr) if you travel with kids or heavy baggage. Camping: Tent, blancket & mattress are incl. MAGDALENA

28 ECO-HOSTAL YULUKA nature & provide you a safe, comfortable & convenient place where you become in created from natural materials, a huge swimming pool with waterfall & a delectable - No credit cards. Dollars & Euros are allowed. Recommended: Mosquito repellent. MAGDALENA

29 PASO DEL MANGO & PALOMINO 2 Small interesting & unknown destinations in or near the Sierra Nevada with 1 of the indigenous tribesman, breath in the cool mountain air & stay awake MAGDALENA & GUAJIRA HIGHLIGHTS HOW2GETTHERE:

30 FINCA ECO LODGING CARP E DIEM such as organic farming, gardening, cleaning up Tayrona ruins, cooking for visitors, fruit- Free towels! MAGDALENA

31 CASA LINA - 41GUAJIRA

32 LA GUAJIRA DESERT Each rancheria of the Wayuu Indians is named after a plant, animal or geographical place GUAJIRA HIGHLIGHTS - - Close to Riohacha HOW2GETTHERE: 42

33 TM POSADA P UJURU spots in Colombia because of nearly round year perfect wind conditions in combination - GUAJIRA

34 VALLEDUPAR Where the Vallenato music is born; along with cumbia popular folk music rythms of Colombia CESAR HIGHLIGHTS - HOW2GETTHERE: 44

35 TM PROVINCIA HOSTAL VALLEDUPAR The hostel has become a popular stop-over for backpackers, not only for its friendly The beautiful surroundings will convince you soon enough to start your discoveries by Show your Colombia F cil guide & get 5% discount on all your nights (not on drinks). CESAR

36 MOMPOS / MOMPOX Listed as a heritage Colombia... A place of dreams (Gabriel Garcia Marquez) BOLIVAR locals, colonial architecture from the 16 th century which is still intact because of its was the 1 st all has been said & done, still belongs very much to its inhabitants! HIGHLIGHTS HOW2GETTHERE: 46

37 TM LA CASA AMARILLA - The Casa Amarilla boasts unrivalled views from their rooftop terrace over the colonial beautiful tropical garden, a communal kitchen for those wishing to cook, but restaurants They offer: Bicycle rental (10/day), book exchange, laundry service (4/kg). FREE: Security box, local & national calls & coffee. Organize all transport to/from Momp s, organize city & Cienega tours-birdwatching (3,5hrs, from 25pp). BOLIVAR

38 SAN ANDRES The Sea of Seven Colors - temperature, perfect visibility, numerous coral reefs & rich marine life make it a mecca ARCHIPIELAGO DE SAN ANDRES HIGHLIGHTS replica of a galleon from the 16 th HOW2GETTHERE:

39 TM EL VIAJERO HOSTEL SAN ANDRES ARCHIPIELAGO DE SAN ANDRES - st They offer: Diving Lessons, rental golf cars (100pp/day), bike rental (25pp/day), touristic train around the island (20/t), Cayo Bolivar tour (180pp/t), Johnny Cay tour (10pp/t), aquarium (10pp) & boat trip around the island (17pp/t). 49

40 CAP URGANA & SAPZURRO Where the jungle meets the sea... Beaches named Heaven, Naked Beach & the Pool of the Gods CHOCO th HIGHLIGHTS HOW2GETTHERE:!No ATM! Get some cash in Turbo or Panama. Humidity No 24/24 electricity. When you take the boat in Turbo put a thick sweater between your back/ass & the seat.

41 ZINGARA The lodge is located on the outside of the town, on a small hill where there is a wonder- hear the birds singing & smell the 1 st You get coffee in the mornings & mixture of fruit (depending on the season). The owner makes & sells cakes, brownies & jellies. They also offer some products made out of plants from the region. You MUST bring a torch & insect repellent. CHOCO