15 Breathtaking Photos of Colombia's Caribbean Coast
Colombia’s difficult past meant that the country has been overlooked by visitors for many years. But in the past decade, all that has changed. Today, it is rightly regarded as one of the most fascinating and beautiful countries in all of South America. Its Caribbean coast is blessed with some of its most spectacular sights, including stunning stretches of shoreline, pristine rivers, and fascinating pre-colonial sights. Here are 15 stunning photos of one of Colombia’s most majestic regions.
The elegant colonial city of Cartagena de Indias is widely regarded as the jewel in the crown of Colombia’s Caribbean coast.
The Mexican writer Carlos Fuentes famously described the city of Cartagena as the “most beautiful city in the Caribbean.”
Cartagena is divided between a beautiful, colonial Old Town section and the more modern New Town, pictured below.
This stunning photograph shows a replica of a 17th-century ship in Cartagena’s dock.
La Merced Lighthouse in Cartagena is one of the city’s other famous landmarks.
Isla del Sol is an island that forms part of the Rosario Islands archipelago.
The Eco-Hotel Isla del Sol is a popular getaway spot on the Rosario Islands.
Tayrona National Park is a large protected region known for its biodiversity.
Tayrona National Park is blessed with deep turquoise waters and a wealth of diverse and fascinating marine life.
Santa Marta is the oldest surviving city in Colombia.
Cabo de la Vela is a headland on the Guajira Peninsula that has become a popular ecotourism destination.
Desert sands cover most most of La Guajira Peninsula.
Minca is a tranquil village situated in the mountains behind Santa Marta.
La Ciudad Perdida, or Lost City, is an ancient archaeological site in Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range.
The Kogi are an indigenous tribe that live in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
Volcanic Iceland Epic Trip
meet our Local Insider
Hanna
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A GUIDE?
2 years.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?
It's the personal contact, the personal experiences. I love meeting people from all over the world... I really like getting to know everyone and feeling like I'm traveling with a group of friends.
WHAT DESTINATION IS ON YOUR TRAVEL BUCKET-LIST?
I have so many places on my list, but I would really lobe to go to Africa. I consider myself an “adventure girl” and Africa feels like the ULTIMATE adventure!
Every CULTURE TRIP Small-group adventure is led by a Local Insider just like Hanna.
KEEN TO EXPLORE THE WORLD?
Connect with like-minded people on our premium trips curated by local insiders and with care for the world
Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.
Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.
Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.
Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.
We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.