9-Nights Colombian Explorer: Medellín Nights & Tayrona National Park - 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Colombian Explorer: Medellín Nights & Tayrona National Park
Forget scrolling and start experiencing the real deal. This 11-day adventure through Colombia’s Caribbean coast is all about soaking up the sun, culture, and natural beauty of this vibrant country. Kick off in Cartagena’s charming walled city before venturing into the lush jungles of Minca and Palomino. Hike to hidden waterfalls, chill on the beaches of Santa Marta, and explore national parks packed with adventure. Wrap it all up with the electric vibes of Medellín. These spots may be all over your feed, but trust us, they’re even better in person — so what are you waiting for?

Highlights
Wander the streets of the historic walled city of Cartagena, Enjoy laid-back coastal vibes with a beach bonfire in Palomino, Hike to the beautiful Marinka Waterfalls in the forest outside of Minca, Explore the jungle trails and biodiversity of Tayrona National Park with a local guide, Visit Comuna 13 in Medellín and witness the area’s reinvention and a G Adventures-supported community initiative there

Accomodation
A variety of styles of hotels/hostels are used on this trip. In many instances, they might not be like what you are used to back home as service and efficiency can vary. Some nights on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing a room. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities. Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style. Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Ecuador (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.

Group Leader
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs), a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.

Group Size Notes
Max 16.

Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch

What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Tour Comuna 13 Guide Local, Medellín
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Big Night Out Moment: Santa Marta.
CEO-led orientation walks in old town Cartagena, Santa Marta, and Guatapé. Walk to the Marinka Waterfalls outside of Minca. Tayrona National Park visit and moderate hike. Palomino beach bonfire. Comuna 13 visit and tour. Free time for optional activities in Cartagena, Minca, Palomino, Santa Marta, and Medellín. Internal flight. Transport between destinations and to/from included activities.