Caribbean Coast Colombia Tour Companies

The trip was challenging...particularly because of the jungle humidity...but amazing and unique (again because of the jungle)... But I'm writing this to share some tips with those interested in booking this trip: - Local guides are required by the government and Gadventures uses local operators. You can book directly with local operators for about 250USD cheaper. BUT Gadventures offer an English speaking guide, accomodations before and after the tour, and a guide to help you within the city of Santa Marta. - The Trek is offered locally as a 3-day, 4-day and 5-day options. But I recommend the 5-day option if you would like to view the jungle/waterfalls/birds. The 3-day trek is very rushed. - You will be accompanied by at least two more local guides and a cook. Our cook was amazing and she made us all kind of great local food. Not to mention the selection of fruit we were offered at rest stops. - Accomodations were group jungle camp sites but were sufficient. Had hot water and electricity. - Nothing dries in the jungle...you don't need more than two outfits. One to sleep in and another to hike in, wash, and wear again the next day. - Light long hiking pants is a must, especially on the last day, to avoid ticks! - Bring a swimming outfit. - If you are Canadian, like me, be prepared to pay an extra $85+ per person by creditcard at the border. It is a retaliatory charge against Canada. They will also add 10% currency conversion fee if you pay in Canadian Dollar :)

Wonderful hiking experience through the Colombian jungle. Our guides were fantastic, and despite language barriers, always made sure we were safe. The food was also amazing! I also really appreciated the extra day of exploring waterfalls. It's a tough hike, but the experience is worth it!

Great experience, wonderful people, beautiful landscape, fantastic to met Tyrona-Kogi people. Love it!

This was an amazing trip! Our guide was superb! We had a few mishaps with lost luggage, but the support of the tour guide and company was amazing!! Such a great adventure! Highly recommend them all.

We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Loved seeing 3 different cities of Colombia. All our guides were enthusiastic and enjoyed sharing their vast knowledge of their country. Airport and hotel pick up went seamlessly. Communication through “what’s app” went well. If we had a concern or query Gran Colombia got onto it. The Rosario island day trip had much waste of time and wasn’t really our vibe, but others may love it.

Great Tour - Very well coordinated. Was well informed upfront on the details on guides, tickets and had no problem coordinating with the team. Places were amazing for anyone visiting colombia. Wish I had a few more days to visit the coffee region as well.

We loved the entire Trek to the Lost City in Colombia, the range of sites, climates, topography, landscape and altitudes was immensely rewarding. The program was intense but not overly. Always something of interest, but with enough down-time. Very well planned, and the opportunity to see quite a lot of famous places on the western site in Colombia. Definitely we recommend you guys to everyone we know. I will contact you again if we decide to travel back to South America next year.

We enjoyed our experience very much. It was as described in the tour, and was well organized. Various activities were available, and the whole atmosphere of the resort was relaxing & welcoming.

The Organisation of the Tour was perfekt.

I recently took trip to Cartagena, Colombia with World Awaits Tours. I recommend booking with Bernell. She was very helpful with and well informed about how to survive the tourist industry and how to navigate the city. World Awaits Tours customized my experience to fit my interest. I went on a wonderful tour of the mangroves with local fishermen, spent time on a beach where the locals go (away from the tourist crowed beaches), and took a tour of the city guided by a local historian who gave me her perspective in addition to facts. I enjoyed learning about the culture of the city from the people who live there. I was offered a view of life in Cartagena from their perspective and gained an understanding of how the city has developed from a historical context. During my two week stay, Bernell’s knowledge of the best grocery stores and dry cleaning services was a godsend and helped make my extended stay enjoyable. I am especially grateful that she knew of a doctor that made house calls to my Airbnb when I unfortunately ate something that did not agree with my stomach during my first week. I give the service a 10 out of 10 and can’t wait to book more tours.

I very much enjoyed my time in Cartagena, Columbia, South America in 2022. I was told that the month of December afforded us mildness in regard to the usual warmer temperatures of other months. My Accommodations were comfortable and safe, and we had a magnificent hostess. Bernell's planning was high quality and I did not have to do anything except arrive there. I even had money exchanged before leaving the USA. One less detail for her to have to take care of upon my arrival. We, Bernell and I, made new friends in Cartagena and we are excited to be working with the dance leaders we met to host a Dancing in the Street joint project in the future. More details to come. It is my sincere hope that you all will accept her next invitation to "meet her" in a foreign or unique location, or allow her to plan a travel excursion for your family so you too can experience "travel like a local" -- I guarantee you will be delighted that you did.

The tour is well organized, seamlessly. The guide is very knowledgeable and experienced. The cook Erica is excellent. It’s great there is an interpreter, who is kind caring and spiritual. Thank you!

An absolutely incredible adventure run by a passionate, organized enthusiastic team. The people from Impulse care so much about benefiting the local community and genuinely making a difference in the places we visited. Every day had new opportunities to listen, dance and learn about a unique style of music. We visited small rural villages, ate tasty, made from scratch cuisine in local homes, enjoyed boutique accommodations and first hand stories from knowledgeable guides. The array of talent you encounter is mind blowing. The energy is contagious. This journey is truly authentic. Colorful. Immersive. FUN! The people involved push it over the top as a must do experience. Travel matters. Vacations can have a huge positive impact if done right. This adventure is the definition of meaningful travel.

Do it! Pack tank tops! Great tour, top notch musicians and learning, take advantage of the costeñitas and soak it all in. Mompox and Islas Rosario are absolute highlights.