Lonely Planet Colombia

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Colombia.

Discover Colombia’s most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking a boat trip with an Indigenous guide to spot pink river dolphins; to hiking for days through sultry thick jungle to emerge at the spectacular stone foundations of the Ciudad Perdida; and encountering total relaxation on the diminutive Caribbean islands of the Islas del Rosario.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s Colombia travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that’s easy to use so you can navigate Colombia effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Cerro de Monserrate, to Caño Cristales, and Parque Nacional Natural Isla Gorgona
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Colombian culturethrough stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Bogotá, Medellín & the Zona Cafetera, Boyacá & Santander, Cali & Southwest Colombia, Pacific Coast, Cartagena & the Caribbean Coast, The Amazon Basin

Create a trip that’s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet’s Colombia.