Wellness & Safety

At ZUA, your peace of mind is part of the journey. Before every trip, we share key information, protocols, and tips so you feel secure at all times—and our team is available 24/7 for any need.

Carry only what you need when exploring and keep important documents and items in your hotel safe.

Follow your guide’s instructions during hikes, excursions, and all planned outdoor activities.

Stay with your guide in natural or rural areas and respect the local safety recommendations.

Travel with international insurance, bring a small personal medicine kit, and keep regular prescriptions handy.

Major cities have easy access to hospitals and pharmacies, while rural areas may be more limited.

No mandatory vaccines are required for Colombia, except yellow fever if visiting the Amazon.

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Travel Hub

Welcome to your go-to space for planning an authentic Colombian adventure.

Here you’ll find Traveler Tips to keep your journey smooth and safe, plus Colombia Insights—articles that bring the country’s landscapes, seasons, and culture to life.

Where Is Colombia?

Colombia sits at the northern tip of South America, bordering Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, Venezuela, and Panama.

The Andes enter from the south and split into three ranges—Western, Central, and Eastern—creating valleys, high plains, and cloud-forest peaks. The Amazon rainforest spreads across the southeast, while the mysterious Darién and the snow-capped Sierra Nevada rise in the north.

Travel Tips

Money & Tipping

Currency: Colombian Peso (COP).
Best rates at ATMs in airports or malls.
Restaurants: 10 % tip is customary but optional.
Guides/Drivers: USD 5–15 per day.
No tipping needed for taxi drivers.

Communication

Local SIM cards from ~USD 5, reliable in cities and towns.
WhatsApp and Google Maps work well with local data.
Emergency number: 123.
You’ll always have ZUA’s 24/7 contact details.

Flights & Baggage

Domestic flights allow ~10 kg carry-on and ~23 kg checked.
Small regional planes require light packing.
Many travelers store heavy luggage in big cities before heading to remote areas.
Frequent domestic flights; most under 2 hours.

Getting Around

Remote regions (Pacific, Llanos, Amazon) have limited flight schedules.
Use apps like Uber, DiDi, or InDriver, or book through hotels/ZUA. Avoid hailing taxis on the street.
All private transfers arranged with trusted partners.

24 - 32 °C

Caribbean & Islands

Use light clothing, swimwear, sun protection.

10 - 24 °C

Andes

Use light jacket, comfy shoes, scarf, rain gear.

27 - 30 °C

Amazon & Llanos

Use long sleeves/pants, hiking boots, insect repellent, rain gear.

27 - 30 °C

Pacific

Use swimsuit, quick-dry clothing, river shoes, dry bag.

Colombia has no traditional seasons; temperatures stay steady year-round and change mainly with altitude. Expect anything from cool mountain air (~10 °C) to tropical heat (~32 °C) in a single trip. Rainy and dry periods vary by region, so always be ready for quick weather shifts.

About Colombia's Weather

Seasonal Natural Highlights

Many of Colombia’s most stunning natural spectacles and cultural moments unfold only at certain times of the year, making timing an essential part of planning your trip.