barranquilla - Colombia Fácil

ATLANTICO
BARRANQUILLA
Sun is shining, the weather is sweet ... Make you want
to move your dancing feet
The 4th biggest city in Colombia, famous for its busy port and cheerful folks! The 2nd
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Carnival: 9
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ATLANTICO
THE MEETING POINT HOSTEL
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Longstayers can get a discount!
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MAGDALENA
PNN VIA PARQUE ISLA DE
SALAMANCA
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WHAT TO DO?
WHAT TO SEE?
P RICES?
RESERVATION?
HOW2GETTHERE?
BOLIVAR
CARTAGENA
A pearl of the Caribbean Coast recognised by the UNESCO
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offers workshops, courses, laboratories & meetings, all in order to promote creativity,
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BOLIVAR
CASA VIENA CARTAGENA
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Take the 1st
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Get a free beer at the check-in by showing the Colombia F cil guide.
BOLIVAR
EL VIAJERO HOSTEL CARTAGENA
in their dorms & private superior rooms, ceiling fans in the singles & standard private
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By showing your Colombia Facil guide & by staying for 3 or
more nights you will get your own El Viajero Hostel T-shirt for
free! If you go to El Viajero Hostel San Andres they can offer
20% off after the 4th night.
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BOLIVAR
MEDIA LUNA HOSTEL
cold beer with your fellow travelers, sun-bathing at the lush patio or dipping into the
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Caribbean vibe!
Get groupdiscount or 10% discount on a 3rd tour!
BOLIVAR
AGENCIA DE VIAJES VIENA
BOLIVAR
DIVING PLANET
PADI 5 STARS DIVING CENTER
that they have built through a relationship with the marine ecosystems based on respect,
Special 10% discount for travelers by showing the Colombia Fácil guide.
*Diving with Diving Planet means supporting their ecological
foundation that works with disabled people & the protection
of the coral reef in the PNN.
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WHAT TO DO?
Take a boat trip around the different interesting islands that lie near to one another:
WHAT TO SEE?
A real paradise with white beaches, cristal clear blue water, palm trees, cocktails &
P RICES?
TIPS?
HOW2GETTHERE?
SUCRE
PNN CORALES DE LA ISLAS
DE SAN BERNARDO
BOLIVAR
BOATS TO SAN BLAS
PANAMA
They pride themselves on the safety of their boats & the level of service that their crews
They offer a wide variety of departure dates, though due
to the popularity of the excursion, they recommend you to
book in advance.
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The magic of it all ... Fiestas del Mar = 3-4 days,
starts end of june
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MAGDALENA
SANTA MARTA
nightlife, wonderful beaches & interesting history will cause a longer stay then planned!
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MAGDALENA
LA BRISA LOCA
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as well as an ideal central location, only a few blocks from the beach & local nightlife,
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Free towels for everyone, full breakfast & bar food menu.
Book Fast & Easy here:
www.reservations.bookhostels.com/labrisaloca.com.
MAGDALENA
THE DREAMER HOSTEL
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most important museum in Colombia,
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Free coffee & towel. From Dec 2012 there will also be a 2nd The
Dreamer Hostel on the beach @ Palomino (dorm 25pp/n, double 80pr/n).
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by stunning natural beauty, its strategic location offers a wonderful view of the Sierra
The Hostal Santa Elena its known by offering their visitors a welcoming environment &
most of all a great service!
Prices do not include food. Plan = all incl.
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HOSTAL SANTA ELENA
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MAGIC TOURS
succeeded in maintaining largely unchanged their ancient culture down through the
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City that works with local inhabitants to visit the site & has enabled these people to study &
spirit & book an incredible odyssey that you will never forget!
Upon your return from the Lost City tour you'll get a Magic Tours
t-shirt & a free beer! Bilingual guides can be organized.
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MAGDALENA
QUINDIO
ATV RENTALS
VANDENENDEN S.A.S.
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Take a pose: The front guide will take pictures when you cross those beautiful rivers &
For groups of 3 motos or 6 persons there is a 10% discount!
* From 2013 its anticipated that ATV Rentals will be in Salento
Quindio & in Santa Marta!
Taganga means
MAGDALENA
TAGANGA
Ta = coming & Ganga = the sea
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Only 1 ATM is here, which doesn’t function all the time or not
every card works here. Get some cash in Santa Marta to be on
the safe side.
MAGDALENA
HOSTAL LA CASA DE FELIP E
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hostel in Taganga & the
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Discount for long stayers!
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MAGDALENA
LA TORTUGA HOSTEL TAGANGA
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wooden lodge with a corridor of balconies which completely surrounds it, giving to everyone
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Special discounts for ISIC partners, VIVE COLOMBIA
JOVEN, HO.LA Hostels (Not valid for online bookings with credit
card) & a free beer @ check-in when showing the Colombia F cil guide!
Sector Dunkarinca Cabaña 1-100, Taganga
Tel: 5-42 19 141
Cel: 316-64 80 731
www.techosazules.com
contacto@techosazules.com
FB: Hostal Techos Azules
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TECHOS AZULES HOSTAL
Located on the 9th curve vía Santa Marta-Taganga. Or on the 5th curve after the viewing
point above Taganga entering the village from the side where the road faces the sea.
From terminal: taxi = 10-12/tr, bus to the beach in Santa Marta & then a bus to Taganga
= 1.2pp each way. Taxi from center of Santa Marta = 10min, 8/tr.
called Taganga, renowned for its relaxed atmosphere, friendly people & visited by 100 s of
Colombian & foreign tourists alike. Techo Azules hostel is situated on a hill directly overlooking the marvelous bay of Taganga & stands out because of its blue roofs. From the roof
terrace you have 24/7 breath taking views of the mountainous surroundings, the beautiful
The hostel is only a 5min stroll from the center & the beach. Another great place for relaxing & enjoying the sunset or sunrise is the rooftop terrace. The hostel offers comfortable
rooms & cottages with bathroom & air conditioning or fan in a quiet environment. There
is a fully equipped kitchen with all the utensils required for preparing food, social dinning
area, TV room with cable, kiosk with hammocks for chilling & laundry service.
Techos Azules provides guests with information & tips about the village, things to do &
its surroundings. Santa Marta & Taganga together offer a special mix, a combination of
history & natural beauty. The ideal location to relax & enjoy your holiday; the area invites
you to come & see it yourself … you'll not be disappointed!
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Dorm = 18-25pp/n.
Double = 50-100pr/n.
Triple = 70-70pr/n.
Cabaña = 150-180pc/n (max 4 pers).
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MAGDALENA
MINCA
Typical bouquet of wild flowers Ginger rojo & Ave del Para so
= 5 / bouquet @ entrance of Minca
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HOW2GETTHERE:
! No ATM
so bring all your millions up the mountain with you!
lity, coupled with friendly personal service & great international food options including
this wonderful place where nobody can bother you!
Amazing FREE view at arrival !
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CASA LOMA MINCA
the caribbean coast stretched out to the west, white knuckle mountain bike tours, peace &
Did they mention the views?
Bring a hoodie for around the camp fire at night or buy one up there.
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LOS PINOS
The most famous & widely visited national park in Colombia with its stunningly beautiful
beaches & cultural historical treasures with indigenous groups who still live in these areas
WHAT TO DO?
WHAT TO SEE?
P RICES?
TIPS?
come in, you cannot leave the park without paying a 2nd
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MAGDALENA
PNN TAYRONA
MAGDALENA
COSTEÑO BEACH SURFCAMP
to nets, beach huts, all with their one of a kind design, a dorm bed or private rooms in
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The most critical / important thing is not to forget to make
a reservation in advance, limited spaces!
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A restaurant service is provided but for cooking lovers there is also a basic kitchen with
paradise tucked away on the Tayrona coast with its own very private & romantic beach!
They recommend you to travel light; mule rental (40/tr) if
you travel with kids or heavy baggage. Camping: Tent, blancket &
mattress are incl.
MAGDALENA
PL AYA BRAVA - TEYUMAKKE
MAGDALENA
ECO-HOSTAL YULUKA
nature & provide you a safe, comfortable & convenient place where you become in
created from natural materials, a huge swimming pool with waterfall & a delectable
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No credit cards. Dollars & Euros are allowed.
Recommended: Mosquito repellent.
2 Small interesting & unknown destinations in or near
the Sierra Nevada
with 1 of the indigenous tribesman, breath in the cool mountain air & stay awake
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MAGDALENA
& GUAJIRA
PASO DEL MANGO & PALOMINO
such as organic farming, gardening, cleaning up Tayrona ruins, cooking for visitors, fruit-
Free towels!
MAGDALENA
FINCA ECO LODGING
CARP E DIEM
GUAJIRA
CASA LINA
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GUAJIRA
LA GUAJIRA DESERT
Each rancheria of the Wayuu Indians is named after
a plant, animal or geographical place
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Close to Riohacha
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GUAJIRA
POSADA P UJURU
spots in Colombia because of nearly round year perfect wind conditions in combination
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CESAR
VALLEDUPAR
Where the Vallenato music is born;
along with cumbia popular folk music rythms of Colombia
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The hostel has become a popular stop-over for backpackers, not only for its friendly
The beautiful surroundings will convince you soon enough to start your discoveries by
TM
Show your Colombia F cil guide &
get 5% discount on all your nights (not on drinks).
CESAR
PROVINCIA HOSTAL VALLEDUPAR
Listed as a ’heritage town’ @ Colombia... A place of dreams
(Gabriel Garcia Marquez)
BOLIVAR
MOMPOS / MOMPOX
locals, colonial architecture from the 16th century which is still intact because of its
was the 1st
all has been said & done, still belongs very much to its inhabitants!
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BOLIVAR
LA CASA AMARILLA
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The Casa Amarilla boasts unrivalled views from their rooftop terrace over the colonial
beautiful tropical garden, a communal kitchen for those wishing to cook, but restaurants
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They offer: Bicycle rental (10/day), book exchange, laundry
service (4/kg). FREE: Security box, local & national calls & coffee.
Organize all transport to/from Momp s, organize city & Cienega
tours-birdwatching (3,5hrs, from 25pp).
The Sea of Seven Colors
temperature, perfect visibility, numerous coral reefs & rich marine life make it a mecca
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replica of a galleon from the 16th
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ARCHIPIELAGO DE
SAN ANDRES
SAN ANDRES
ARCHIPIELAGO DE
SAN ANDRES
EL VIAJERO HOSTEL SAN ANDRES
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They offer: Diving Lessons, rental golf cars (100pp/day), bike
rental (25pp/day), touristic train around the island (20/t), Cayo
Bolivar tour (180pp/t), Johnny Cay tour (10pp/t), aquarium (10pp)
& boat trip around the island (17pp/t).
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Where the jungle meets the sea ...
Beaches named Heaven, Naked Beach & the Pool of the Gods
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!No ATM! Get some cash in Turbo or Panama.
Humidity
No 24/24 electricity.
When you take the boat in Turbo put a thick sweater between
your back/ass & the seat.
CHOCO
CAP URGANA & SAPZURRO
The lodge is located on the outside of the town, on a small hill where there is a wonder-
hear the birds singing & smell the 1st
You get coffee in the mornings & mixture of fruit (depending
on the season). The owner makes & sells cakes, brownies & jellies.
They also offer some products made out of plants from the region.
You MUST bring a torch & insect repellent.
CHOCO
ZINGARA