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The 15 Best Guided Tours in Colombia

28 tours  ·  from $14 a head

Good guided tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Bogotá: Guided La Candelaria Walking Tour - Colonial houses beside modern street art
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Bogotá: Guided La Candelaria Walking Tour

1.Guided La Candelaria Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,229 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $16Our pick

Walk Bogotá’s La Candelaria with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide such as Leslie, Luis, Juana, or José. Visit Bolívar Square, La Concordia market, Carrera Séptima, street-art alleys, and the area near the Gold Museum. Expect local fruit and coffee tastings, Colombian history, architecture, and practical city tips in a small group when available.

“Lesley speaks brilliant English and knows everything there is to know about Bogota. In spite of her name she is Colombian so could answer more obscure queries about people and culture. Particularly impressive was the brief summary of Colombia's recent complex history.”

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Cartagena: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings - Meeting under the orange umbrellas at Plaza Cervantes
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Cartagena: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings

2.Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 833 reviews · 2h 30m · from $49

Meet the guide beneath the orange umbrellas at Plaza Cervantes for a 150-minute walk through Cartagena and Getsemaní. You’ll try nine generous tastings, including savory fried foods, sweets, drinks, coffee, and local specialties. Guides such as Alvaro, Robert, Mercedes, Liz, and Nando add history, restaurant tips, and help with many dietary needs.

“🌶️ The Best Bites of Cartagena with Hernando! 🇨🇴 If you are looking for an authentic, delicious, and unforgettable street food experience in Cartagena, you absolutely must book a tour with Nando! We truly had the best time exploring the city's vibrant culinary scene with him. Nando is an incredible guide—he is passionate, knowledgeable, and knows exactly where to find the most amazing hidden gems and local favorites. He didn't just walk us through the streets; he brought the history and flavors of Cartagena to life with every bite. His recommendations were spot-on, and his energy is infectious! Nando is a phenomenal guide, and thanks to him, this tour was…”

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Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe - Starting near Las Bóvedas and the bay drive
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Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe

3.Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 599 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

This four-hour small-group tour combines Cartagena’s best-known sights with air-conditioned transport and a bilingual guide. You’ll visit La Popa Convent, San Felipe Fortress, the Old Shoes Monument, and the Walled City. Guides such as Rafael, Álvaro, Carlos, and Fernando are praised for clear history talks, photo help, and easy English and Spanish explanations.

“Carlos was an excellent Tour Guide. We were picked up at the agreed-upon spot right on time. The tour was thorough and entertaining. We learned so much that we wouldn’t have learned by just walking around on our own. I would highly recommend this Tour.”

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Bogotá: La Candelaria Graffiti & Urban Art Guided Tour - Starting at Chorro de Quevedo
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Bogotá: La Candelaria Graffiti & Urban Art Guided Tour

4.La Candelaria Graffiti & Urban Art Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 250 reviews · 2h 30m · from $16

Walk through La Candelaria with a Spanish or English speaking Gran Colombia Tours guide. See murals by artists including 3 Manos, Ledania, Bastardilla, and Wosnan, learn the social and political ideas behind the art, visit La Concordia Market and Journalists’ Park, then finish with coca leaf tea at Café Herencia.

“Ivonne was great! She explains the history of the graffiti really well, very professional and friendly. I highly recommend her without any doubt”

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Medellín: Comuna 13 and Graffiti Guided Tour with a Local - Starting at San Javier and entering the neighborhood
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Medellín: Comuna 13 and Graffiti Guided Tour with a Local

5.Comuna 13 and Graffiti Guided Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 239 reviews · 3 hours · from $16

Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide at San Javier and explore Comuna 13 through murals, small galleries, local alleys, personal stories, a street dance show, and a rooftop bar with city views. Guides such as Christian, Juan, Alex, and Jason are locals who share the neighborhood’s past and present. The tour includes transport in, ice cream, and a small souvenir.

“We love that Cristian Benítez was local. He was very informed. Best guide for the comuna”

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Medellin: Full Day Guided City Highlights Tour - Inflexión Memorial Park and Medellín’s difficult past
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Medellin: Full Day Guided City Highlights Tour

6.Full Day Guided City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 204 reviews · 7h 30m · from $57

Spend 450 minutes exploring Medellín with bilingual guides such as Cesar, Oscar, Suly, or Cristian. Visit Inflexión Memorial Park, Pueblito Paisa, downtown, Parques del Río, and Comuna 13. Your day includes transport, a Paisa lunch, Metro and Metrocable rides, local ice cream, and a live breakdance show.

“Cesar was absolutely amazing! If I could give him more than 5 stars I would— he really made us feel welcomed, just like family. He joked with us, hung out as if we’ve known each other for years and he provided great history along the way and at each stop and the hospitality was beyond. 💯 do not hesitate to book!”

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Medellín: Guided Exotic Fruits Tour - A 150-minute tasting through the market
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Medellín: Guided Exotic Fruits Tour

7.Guided Exotic Fruits Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · 2h 30m · from $36Top rated

Explore Medellín’s Minorista Market with a guide such as Sofia, Diana, David, or German. Taste a generous range of Colombian fruits, enjoy fresh juice, meet vendors, and learn how food connects to local life. The 150-minute tour has no more than six people and includes moderate walking.

“We had such a wonderful experience on this tour! Sofia, our guide, was absolutely amazing! We got to taste so many delicious and unique fruits, and learned so much along the way. Highly recommend this tour.”

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From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour - The early ride from Santa Marta or El Rodadero
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From Santa Marta: Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

8.Tayrona National Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 131 reviews · 11 hours · from $77

You’ll leave Santa Marta or El Rodadero early, ride to Tayrona, and walk about four hours through forest and beaches to Cabo San Juan. A Spanish-speaking guide leads the route, with three hours for swimming, lunch, and the viewpoint. Guides have included Luiz and Jesus. Bring cash for the 55,000 COP foreigner tax.

“Malheureusement, je trouve que l’activité ne vaut pas du tout son prix. Le guide ne parlait pas un mot anglais, ok c’était précisé que l’activité se faisait en espagnol mais à certains moments on se savait pas quoi faire et il ne nous aidait pas. Pendant tout le trajet il avait l’air pressé, il enchaînait tout et il ne prenait pas le temps de se poser. Le trajet est de plus ou moins 12km et c’est un aller retour, on reprend le même chemin pour rentrer et ça va encore plus vite que pour l’aller. Je vous conseille vivement de le faire par vous même, ce n’est pas compliqué car…”

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Cartagena: Totumo Mud Volcano with Bilingual Guide - The one-hour ride from Cartagena
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Cartagena: Totumo Mud Volcano with Bilingual Guide

9.Totumo Mud Volcano with Bilingual Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 101 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $17

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Cartagena to Totumo Volcano with an English and Spanish-speaking guide such as Eliana, Samuel, or Liliana. Float in warm medicinal mud for up to 15 minutes, then enjoy lunch, pools, hammocks, and beach access at Arena Beach Hotel. Expect a rustic site and optional local services.

“The meal that was included in the tour. Lunch and the cocktail was amazing and delicious. The hostess Liliana was amazing and kind. She gave a brief background of the history and clear instructions of what we needed to do. The captain was also very kind and friendly. I definitely want to book another trip with them! I loved it all the way. Best experience so far! 😁”

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Neiva: Guided Day Trip to the Tatacoa Desert with Lunch - A Magdalena River Ride Before the Heat
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Neiva: Guided Day Trip to the Tatacoa Desert with Lunch

10.Neiva: Guided Day Trip to the Tatacoa Desert with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 76 reviews · 1 day · from $129

Set out from Neiva or Villavieja with guides such as Juan, Serafin, or Camilo for a full day in Tatacoa. You’ll ride the Magdalena River, walk the red and gray desert, swim in a spring-fed pool, eat a local lunch, watch sunset, and use telescopes at the observatory. English and Spanish guiding is available.

“it was incredible. only myself, a German guy and a Colombian woman but we all got along really well. there's so much value for money AND we even opted out of things. We came for the deserts which didn't disappoint but also the surprise boat ride on the river really broke up the day. I can't recommend this enough!!”

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Guided Hiking through Tayrona National Park and Cabo San Juan - The early ride from Santa Marta to El Zaino
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Guided Hiking through Tayrona National Park and Cabo San Juan

11.Guided Hiking through Tayrona National Park and Cabo San Juan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · from $45

Leave Santa Marta early for Tayrona’s El Zaino entrance, then hike through tropical forest, mangroves, and several beaches to Cabo San Juan. You get transport, park insurance, and a guide in a mixed Spanish and English group. Allow for a hot, demanding walk and extra fees if you are a foreign visitor.

“the place is actually nice, but the tour a real shamble. The bus was 1.5h late and the guide was not able to speak at all. When I complained after the tour, I have been told the other guide was sick, but really not an excuse”

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Medellín: Pablo Escobar Tour with Guide and Transportation - Starting at Punto de Encuentro in El Poblado
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Medellín: Pablo Escobar Tour with Guide and Transportation

12.Pablo Escobar Tour with Guide and Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 71 reviews · 4 hours · from $38

Spend four hours tracing Pablo Escobar's story around Medellín with a live English or Spanish guide. Visit Virgen Rosa Mystica, Inflexión Memorial Park, Montesacro Cemetery, former neighborhoods, and a visitor center. Transport is included, while the optional Escobar family entrance costs extra.

“Very insightful and smooth experience. We met one of Pablo’s sicarios as well. All spots where excellent and Daniel was great! the optional bit (museum) i wouldn’t recommend as you learn everything in the tour, although you can see some of Pablo’s belongings”

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Cartagena Luxury Classic Car Tour + Bilingual Historian Guide - Choosing the historian option carefully
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Cartagena Luxury Classic Car Tour + Bilingual Historian Guide

13.Cartagena Luxury Classic Car Tour + Bilingual Historian Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)

Ride through Cartagena with up to three companions in a private vintage car, stopping at the Walled City, Getsemaní, San Felipe Castle, Plaza Trinidad, and more. Select the bilingual historian option if you want detailed English commentary. Drivers such as Luis and Arturo are praised for friendly service and excellent photo stops.

“All details went wrong. Meeting point was wrong. During of the tour was supposed to be 4 hours, ended up with 1.5 hours total. Photos were taken, however never sent to us as promised. Total scam, Viator!”

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The best private guided tour in Medellin Colombia - Pueblito Paisa: two hours in a traditional Antioqueño setting
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The best private guided tour in Medellin Colombia

14.The best private guided tour in Medellin Colombia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about four hours exploring Medellín with a private guide such as Camilo, a vehicle, and hotel pickup and dropoff. Visit Pueblito Paisa, hear an impartial account of Pablo Escobar’s impact, see key sites tied to his story, and ride or visit the Metrocable system. Tours are offered in English and Spanish.

“Camilo was fun and knowledgeable about the community. I recommend this tour to everyone. It was a lot of walking so you'll definitely get all of your steps and exercise. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. The city and sites were beautiful 😍”

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Medellin: Barbosa ATV Guided Tour with Waterfalls and Pools. - Pickup in Medellin and the ride to Barbosa
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Medellin: Barbosa ATV Guided Tour with Waterfalls and Pools.

15.Barbosa ATV Guided Tour with Waterfalls and Pools.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 49 reviews · 8 hours · from $150

Spend eight hours with guides such as Camilo and Juan Camilo, riding well-kept ATVs from Medellin into Barbosa. You will tackle road and dirt trails, visit coffee and avocado farms, stop at waterfalls and natural pools, and learn about local life. Transport, drinks, and snacks are included, with English and Spanish support.

“Camino was a great tour guide. He speaks both Spanish and English and takes time to explain every aspect of the tour. he is passionate and loves showing people his home town and culture. the tour itself is a great experience if you like hiking and ATM'S. The waterfall was beautiful and refreshing and you have heaps of time to enjoy yourself. The dont rush you and accustom to all your needs. Great experience and would do it again. Highly recommend!!”

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