Attractions of Colombia

To help inspire or plan your trip to Colombia, some of its major attractions for travellers are shown below, including some of the best natural, historical, cultural and adventure sites in the country. These include all of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Colombia which represent the best of the world's cultural and natural heritage.
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Trekking opportunities in Colombia

Los Nevados National Park
Los Nevados National Park, located west of Bogota, is home to some of the most striking scenery in the Colombian Andes. There are five main snow-capped peaks in the park, including the active volcano Nevado El Ruiz at 5,325 metres. Driving through the park on 4WD provides some stunning views of the mountainous landscape while the trek to the Glacier del Ruiz at 5125 metres offers the chance to walk on the ice. There are also some thermal baths in the area to relax in after a day of trekking.

Los Nevados National Park

Los Nevados National Park, located west of Bogota, is home to some of the most striking scenery in the Colombian Andes. There are five main snow-capped peaks in the park, including the active volcano Nevado El Ruiz at 5,325 metres. Driving through the park on 4WD provides some stunning views of the mountainous landscape while the trek to the Glacier del Ruiz at 5125 metres offers the chance to walk on the ice. There are also some thermal baths in the area to relax in after a day of trekking.

Ciudad Perdida
Ciudad Perdida, or the Lost City, is located near Columbia's northern coast 40km south-east of Santa Marta. It is one of the largest pre-Hispanic cities discovered in the Americas, built by the Tayronas between the 11th and 14th centuries. The Tayronas were wiped out by the conquering Spaniards and the city disappeared underneath the jungle vegetation until it was rediscovered in 1975. There are about 150 stone terraces which were used as foundations for buildings which have been well preserved. Ciudad Perdida can only be reached on a 6 day round trip trek from El Mamey on organised tours from Santa Marta. At an altitude of up to 1,300 metres, the uphill trek can be tiring in the heat, in addition to the muddy paths, creeks to wade across and possibility of guerrilla activity in the area.

Ciudad Perdida

Ciudad Perdida, or the Lost City, is located near Columbia's northern coast 40km south-east of Santa Marta. It is one of the largest pre-Hispanic cities discovered in the Americas, built by the Tayronas between the 11th and 14th centuries. The Tayronas were wiped out by the conquering Spaniards and the city disappeared underneath the jungle vegetation until it was rediscovered in 1975. There are about 150 stone terraces which were used as foundations for buildings which have been well preserved. Ciudad Perdida can only be reached on a 6 day round trip trek from El Mamey on organised tours from Santa Marta. At an altitude of up to 1,300 metres, the uphill trek can be tiring in the heat, in addition to the muddy paths, creeks to wade across and possibility of guerrilla activity in the area.