Exploring Colombia’s Best Kept Secrets: 8 Hidden Gems You Must Visit in 2024

Despite the negative stereotypes, Colombia has been gaining in popularity among travelers, both digital nomads and tourists searching for culture-rich vacations alike.

Colombian cultural heritage is the main draw and is reflected in local architecture, museums, galleries, festivals, and food. The world-famous coffee plantations and the diverse landscapes are other things that lure so many travelers.

There is simply a lot to see and do. So when it comes to planning your itinerary, you might need a tip or two. If you want to avoid the obvious tourist spots like we do, here is a list of 8 incredible hidden gems to visit in Colombia in 2024.

Punta Gallinas, La Guajira

Set at the northernmost tip of the South American continent, Punta Gallinas is a unique landscape that will please any kind of adventure lover. It’s a rather challenging destination to reach but well worth a day trip or an overnight stay.

You will have the opportunity to get in touch with the local Wayuu tribe and learn about their culture. And you can even stay with them in a ranchería – the Wayuu traditional settlement.

The vast desert combined with the sea as a backdrop makes a great spot to watch the sunset. Thanks to the remote location, stargazing here is also at another level.

The Volcano de Lodo El Totumo

Are you vacationing in Cartagena and thinking about spicing it up a bit? Then take a day trip to the Volcano de Lodo El Totumo. Nevertheless, don’t expect a regular volcano with lava and ashes, but rather a tiny crater with lukewarm mud you can bathe in. It’s fun plus the minerals contained in the mud have therapeutic properties.

After your wellness session, you can wash in a nearby lagoon and get back to reality rejuvenated and with lifetime memories.