The páramo of El Consuelo in the departments of Boyacá and Santander is a majestic high-altitude wetland that draws attention for its unique biodiversity and ancient frailejón plants. Local conservation efforts are underway to protect this vital ecosystem from climate change and human activity.
The World Travel Organization (WTO) has named the Colombian towns of Zapatoca and Filandia as Best Rural Tourism Destinations of 2023.
Colombia has entered eight municipalities in “Best Villages for Rural Tourism 2023″ of the UN’s World Travel Organization (WTO). The villages were selected for their sustainable, community-based tourism offerings.
Between páramos and glaciers thousands of meters above sea level, El Cocuy is a truly otherworldly experience.
Colombia outperformed other South American nations in 2021 with recovery of international tourism despite coronavirus variants and blanket travel restrictions.
The Magdalena River valley guards a seismic secret that has prevented – so far – Bogotá, and other large cities, from bearing the full brunt of powerful earthquakes.
El Cocuy covers three departments – Boyacá, Santander and Arauca – and one of the most remote National Parks in Colombia. Rising to 4,600 meters a.s.l., PNN Cocuy is also among the most challenging mountain ranges for experienced hikers.
The challenge for many remote communities in Colombia is to better understand the true nature of tourism in order to protect their livelihoods.
A devout town in Santander is promoting its own “rainbow river” to visitors and claims it’s equally as beautiful as Cano Cristales.
Colombia’s geological institute Ingeominas has reported a 6.1 magnitude earthquake in central Santander. The quake was felt across the country, including the capital Bogotá.
The Chicamocha Canyon is an endurance test for cyclists. But, the reward is in the breathtaking scenery of Santander.
A 19th Century German explorer and endangered songbird have one place in common: the central mountains of Santander.
A 90-year old artisan from Guane, Santander, is the last member of an indigenous community to elaborate pre-Columbian pottery.
Preserving the essence of its country of origin, Verdi is a family business transforming fique from a small town of weavers in Santander into works of unique design.
Trade in the daily grind for the daily grit of birdwatching in a country – Colombia – that prides itself on having more species than any other in the world.
Puerto López might not be your typical romantic getaway, but then there’s a place for everyone in Colombia.