Lulo Colombia Travel

11/08/2026

19/07/2026

Before booking your hotel, ask yourself one question:

What kind of trip do I want to have?

It’s a simple question, but one that many travellers overlook.

At Lulo Colombia Travel, we believe that where you stay can shape your experience just as much as the places you visit. A different neighbourhood, town or island can completely change the atmosphere, the activities around you and even the pace of your trip.

That’s why we always recommend choosing your location before choosing your hotel.

Whether you’re deciding between the Walled City or Getsemaní in Cartagena, Salento or a peaceful lodge in the Coffee Region, or Barú or the Rosario Islands, there isn’t one “best” place to stay. The right choice depends on the kind of trip you’re looking for.

We’ve put together a guide to help you choose where to stay in Colombia’s most popular destinations, so you can make the decision that’s right for you.

Read the full guide through the link in our bio.

01/07/2026

One of the things we love most at Lulo Colombia Travel is how different two places can feel, even within the same region.

Popayán is known for its white colonial buildings, quiet streets, and incredible food culture. Then you arrive in Silvia on market day and everything changes, from the colors, textiles, languages, to the energy of people coming together from the surrounding communities.

The Silvia market is still very much a local market. Farmers, artisans, and members of the Misak community come to buy, sell, meet friends, and continue traditions that have been part of life here for generations.

For us, combining Popayán with Silvia is one of the best ways to experience a different side of Colombia: not just the famous highlights, but the places where everyday life and local culture are the main attraction.

📍 Popayán & Silvia

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24/06/2026

How much should you budget for a trip to Colombia?

We get this question all the time, and the answer is usually: it depends.

Colombia can be surprisingly affordable, but it can also offer exceptional comfort and luxury experiences without reaching the prices of many other destinations.

In our latest blog, we break down realistic travel costs, explain what impacts your budget, and share what a typical Lulo-style itinerary looks like.

Read the full guide via the link in our bio.

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11/06/2026

Most people know one side of Colombia.

The colorful towns. The coffee region. Cartagena.

But Colombia is also Amazon rainforest, whale-filled Pacific waters, pink rivers, remote mountain peaks, and places that still feel wonderfully undiscovered.

At Lulo Colombia Travel, we spend our days helping travelers explore these lesser-known corners of the country and connecting them with places that offer a deeper experience of Colombia.

We’ve put together a guide to 6 of our favorite ecolodges across the country. Each offers a completely different perspective on Colombia, whether that’s waking up in the Amazon, spotting whales on the Pacific coast, exploring the Llanos, or falling asleep to the sounds of the jungle.

If you’re looking for inspiration beyond the usual highlights, this one’s for you.

Read the full guide via the link in our bio.

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04/06/2026

A productive day in beautiful Barichara, one of Colombia’s most charming colonial towns.

One of the things that we do at Lulo Colombia Travel apart is that we regularly return to the destinations we recommend. By revisiting hotels, restaurants and experiences, we can ensure our advice remains current and continue improving the trips we design for our travellers.

With its cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses and stunning mountain scenery, Barichara remains one of our absolute favorite places to explore and share with our clients.

It’s one of the best parts of the job and one of the reasons we’re able to create truly personalized journeys through Colombia.

26/05/2026

What nobody tells you about traveling through Colombia is that whatever you imagined before arriving is probably wrong… but in a good way.

People talk to you like they already know you, music spills out of bars and streets at all hours, and somehow you’re eating fruit you didn’t even know existed two days ago.

One moment you’re in spring-like weather, the next you’re in the mountains wondering why you didn’t bring a jacket, and later you’re somewhere completely different questioning all your packing decisions.

The food also has a habit of surprising you. You come in with low expectations and suddenly start planning your next meal while still eating the current one.

And time… let’s just say schedules in Colombia are more like friendly suggestions. Things happen. Just not always when they said they would.

Salento is a also good example of how expectations shift. It gets most of the attention in the Coffee Region, but it’s really just one small part of it. Step outside the main town and suddenly it’s quieter, more rural, and the rhythm changes completely.

This is what our blog “What Nobody Tells You About Traveling Through Colombia” is really about.

At Lulo Colombia Travel, we help you plan trips that make sense once you’re actually here, not just on a map or a Pinterest board.

So yes, come with plans. Just don’t expect them to stay in charge.

15/05/2026

Cocora or Carbonera?

Most travellers in Colombia’s coffee region know Valle de Cocora. Fewer have heard of Valle de Carbonera.

Both are home to the iconic wax palms that define this part of the Andes, but the experience in each valley is very different.

Cocora Valley is the classic choice. Easier to access, well known, and set up for visitors. It can be busier, especially on weekends, but it remains one of the most spectacular landscapes in Colombia.

Just a few minutes after entering the valley, everything shifts. You leave the entrance behind and are surrounded by silence, space, green mountains, mist, and wax palms rising into the sky. It is still a truly unforgettable experience and absolutely worth including in any coffee region itinerary.

Carbonera Valley offers something else entirely. It is more remote, less visited, and requires more time and planning to reach. The journey is longer, and the experience is quieter, more raw, and more isolated.

Neither is better. They are simply two different ways of experiencing the same landscape.

If you are planning a trip to the coffee region and want to understand the differences properly, we have written a full guide comparing Cocora and Carbonera, including where to stay and how to visit both.

Read the full blog on Lulo Colombia Travel!

30/04/2026

Colombia with kids? It works. Really well.

Think bike rides in Bogotá, slow days in the Coffee Region, colorful streets in Cartagena, and just the right amount of adventure along the way.

At Lulo Colombia Travel, we design family trips that feel easy, well-paced, and genuinely enjoyable for everyone.

→ Read the full guide via the link in bio
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20/04/2026

The south of Colombia, where time slows down and stories live underground.

With Lulo Colombia Travel, our travelers stepped into the mysterious world of Tierradentro Archaeological Park: ancient tombs, hidden chambers, and a history you can actually feel.

Not your typical Colombia… and that’s exactly the point.