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Now living in Colombia, I spend my time discovering the country's hidden gems and crafting extraordinary itineraries.<\/p>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/p>\n                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                                <a class=\"ppma-author-user_email-profile-data ppma-author-field-meta ppma-author-field-type-email\" aria-label=\"Email\" href=\"mailto:Thomas@tomplanmytrip.com\"  target=\"_self\"><span class=\"dashicons dashicons-email-alt\"><\/span> <\/a><a class=\"ppma-author-user_url-profile-data ppma-author-field-meta ppma-author-field-type-url\" aria-label=\"Website\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/us\/thomas-espeute\/\"  target=\"_self\"><span class=\"dashicons 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wp-elements-24a098bc018878a73b5d2acbabb0099f\">How to enjoy Colombia in December<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f66c5a58 postItineraryBoxCarousel\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e05addb2 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-337231d7 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f772bf04b8d16160abf95a17b3710c64\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">WEATHER IN DECEMBER <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e1b8fa3b0fc5d893258f008079ef81e3\">The dry season is approaching (in most places).<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a864533e gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5758b743 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-cdb815b5 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-cdb815b5\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Andean region<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 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Due to the low humidity, especially in Medell\u00edn, the air remains <strong>comfortable<\/strong> even if the sky is somewhat cloudy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though the month sees about 20 days of rain, the precipitation is brief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <strong>Bogot\u00e1<\/strong> at a higher altitude, the temperatures are <strong>cooler<\/strong>, ranging from 8\u00b0C (46\u00b0F) to 18\u00b0C (65\u00b0F), with an average of 13\u00b0C (55\u00b0F). Mornings and evenings can be pretty chilly, but the air is <strong>comfortable<\/strong> thanks to the dry conditions, and the sky is partly clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With just 13 rainy days, showers are short and light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further south in the <strong>Cali <\/strong>region, at lower altitudes, temperatures are higher, ranging from 19\u00b0C (66\u00b0F) to 28\u00b0C (83\u00b0F), with an average of 23\u00b0C (73\u00b0F). The air is <strong>warm and humid<\/strong>, with cloudy skies most days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are relatively few rainy days (9.6 days), and showers are short.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-03a7c52c gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-32502fa0 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-32502fa0\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Caribbean coast<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-2d0c7c63\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2d0c7c63\">\n\n<p>December is the dry season on the Caribbean coast. Temperatures range from 25\u00b0C (77\u00b0F) to 31\u00b0C (87\u00b0F), with an average of 27\u00b0C (81\u00b0F). The high humidity makes it feel <strong>very hot and humid<\/strong>, sometimes even oppressive, during the hottest parts of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rain is scarce, with only about 3.6 rainy days, and the showers are brief. Most days are <strong>sunny<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>December also marks the beginning of the <strong>windy season<\/strong>, which can make sea travel rough.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d81f3b98 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c3f0cf06 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c3f0cf06\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Pacific coast<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e357eeb3\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e357eeb3\">\n\n<p>The Pacific coast is <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>Colombia&#8217;s rainiest region<\/strong>, with rainfall year-round and a short and barely noticeable &#8220;dry&#8221; season<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In December, it&#8217;s <strong>warm<\/strong> with temperatures between 24.5\u00b0C (76\u00b0F) and 27\u00b0C (80\u00b0F), with an average of 25.5\u00b0C (78\u00b0F).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rain falls on 25.5 days on average during the month, with heavy downpours, especially at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>humidity<\/strong> is very high, creating an oppressive atmosphere, and daytime skies are often cloudy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f38c0fca gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c96a9db7 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c96a9db7\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Amazon region<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-0e914e83\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0e914e83\">\n\n<p>In December, the Amazon region experiences temperatures ranging from 23\u00b0C (74\u00b0F) to 30\u00b0C (86\u00b0F), with an average of 26\u00b0C (79\u00b0F), making it <strong>hot<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the <strong>rainy season<\/strong> and the start of the <strong>high-water period<\/strong> for the Amazon River. December, like March, has the most rainy days (23.4 days), although the total rainfall is less than at the peak of the wet season (February).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">extremely high <strong>humidity<\/strong><\/span> can make the air feel oppressive, and the sky is mostly cloudy throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c0ae558e gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-50bc8ecb gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-50bc8ecb\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Los Llanos<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-29ecd100\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-29ecd100\">\n\n<p>With temperatures ranging from 20.5\u00b0C (69\u00b0F) to 31\u00b0C (87\u00b0F) and an average of 26\u00b0C (78\u00b0F), Los Llanos is quite <strong>warm<\/strong> in December, particularly at midday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s the start of the <strong>dry season<\/strong>, with an average of 10.3 rainy days and a marked decrease in rain from the beginning to the end of the month. Precipitation is light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The low humidity makes the air quite <strong>comfortable<\/strong>. The sky is 77% cloudy on average, meaning it&#8217;s covered for part of the day.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b4626f37\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-5507bfb7 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-time-to-travel-to-colombia-tips\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"100433\">Best time to visit Colombia<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-90916390 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom.jpg\" alt=\"Private Boat Rosario Islands - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Aymeric - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-81528\" style=\"width:834px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Private-Boat-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aymeric-Tom-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\"><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d8b4b756 postItineraryBox us\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c86b1e0d postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c87ca1306a776b7ea9c51a1a756a9d94\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">Our secret to actually enjoying your Colombia vacation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fb919e6128a2217dc926075b21747671\">AI and social media have turned travel into a frantic race. Everyone follows the same itineraries, rushes from one tourist spot to another for fear of &#8220;missing out,&#8221; without ever stopping to truly experience the country.<br><br>We refuse that for your Colombia trip. No more superficial, exhausting travel.<br><br>In 11 years of passionate exploration, we&#8217;ve meticulously handpicked our favorites\u2014places, experiences, hotels\u2014then organized them in a logical and optimized way. The goal? To give you beautiful, authentic experiences, away from the crowds, with minimal time wasted on transfers.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-41dcd792\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-cd4814c3 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-services\/tailor-made-trip-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"196562\"><strong>See our trips to Colombia<\/strong><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f0e2270c postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono.jpg\" alt=\"Barichara - Salto del mono\" class=\"wp-image-96577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Barichara-Salto-del-mono-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a617df28 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-933c6bc6 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1e06abdcb5e84746696029913fa36149\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">WHAT TO DO IN COLOMBIA IN DECEMBER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fd0db88eb5c4f02cd4ad89b7d143b37b\">December will delight nature lovers and adventurers.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a48af8bb gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-de9bae4b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-f7404484 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-f7404484\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Discover the Cerros de Mavecure<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-5457cfd1\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5457cfd1\">\n\n<p>December is perfect for exploring these imposing and <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"106265\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/gateway-amazon\/cerros-de-mavecure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">astonishing geological formations<\/a><\/strong> in the <strong>Guain\u00eda<\/strong> department, east of the country (between Los Llanos and the Amazon). These granite mountains, revered by the indigenous people and steeped in legends, rise above the jungle, crossed by the <strong>In\u00edrida River<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">You&#8217;ll find beautiful&nbsp;<strong>white sand beaches along the river<\/strong><\/span>, the perfect place to relax after taking in the view from the top of one of these giants and watching the sunrise or sunset. The clear, starry skies at night make the area even more mysterious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cerros-de-Mavecure-Guania-Colombia-Amazon-Gateway-Tom-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cerros de Mavecure Guania Colombia - Amazon Gateway - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-86193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cerros-de-Mavecure-Guania-Colombia-Amazon-Gateway-Tom-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cerros-de-Mavecure-Guania-Colombia-Amazon-Gateway-Tom-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cerros-de-Mavecure-Guania-Colombia-Amazon-Gateway-Tom-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-73e55c86 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-fc5ba44d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-fc5ba44d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Go kitesurfing on the Caribbean coast<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-1a2d4b66\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1a2d4b66\">\n\n<p>The <strong>wind picks up<\/strong> on the Caribbean coast, making it the perfect time to grab your kite <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/kitesurfing-in-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"106266\">if you&#8217;re a kitesurfing enthusiast<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With ideal <strong>weather conditions<\/strong> and breathtaking <strong>scenery<\/strong>, <strong>Cabo de la Vela<\/strong>, in the <strong>Guajira desert<\/strong> at the northeastern tip of Colombia, is a top spot coveted by kitesurfers from around the globe. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Thanks to its experienced instructors,&nbsp;<strong>Riohacha<\/strong>&nbsp;also offers excellent options for beginners in Guajira<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Further south along the coast, you&#8217;ll find other excellent spots near <strong>Santa Veronica<\/strong> and <strong>Cartagena<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Veronica-Kitesurfing-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Veronica Kitesurfing - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-81973\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Veronica-Kitesurfing-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Veronica-Kitesurfing-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Veronica-Kitesurfing-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bf2d7417 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c4ff2bd7 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c4ff2bd7\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Go on a safari in Los Llanos<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-79aa4d81\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-79aa4d81\">\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re an <strong>animal <\/strong>lover or a passionate <strong>birdwatcher<\/strong>, don&#8217;t hesitate to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-safari-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"106267\">go on a safari<\/a><\/strong> in Los Llanos in December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the dry season, the <strong>vast plains<\/strong> dry out, revealing scarce waterholes that make it easier to spot wildlife like <strong>capybaras<\/strong>, <strong>caimans<\/strong>, <strong>deer<\/strong>, <strong>otters<\/strong>, <strong>anteaters<\/strong>, or even <strong>anacondas<\/strong> as they come to drink early in the morning or at sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">riding across these immense plains on&nbsp;<strong>horseback<\/strong>&nbsp;with your&nbsp;<em>llanero<\/em>&nbsp;guide or exploring by jeep<\/span> before heading back to your <em>hato<\/em> for a good night&#8217;s sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/llanos-orientales\/yopal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"106268\">Yopal<\/a><\/strong>, in the <strong>Casanare<\/strong> department, is my favorite starting point for a safari in Los Llanos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Hato-altamira-Yopal-Casanare-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Horse-Riding-Aleja-1.jpg\" alt=\"Encanto de Guanapalo - Hato altamira - Yopal Casanare Colombia - Los Llanos Orientales - Horse Riding Aleja\" class=\"wp-image-84454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Hato-altamira-Yopal-Casanare-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Horse-Riding-Aleja-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Hato-altamira-Yopal-Casanare-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Horse-Riding-Aleja-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Encanto-de-Guanapalo-Hato-altamira-Yopal-Casanare-Colombia-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Horse-Riding-Aleja-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-86180262 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-e3cc6fd3 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-e3cc6fd3\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Go trekking in the paramos<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-7b37d3bf\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7b37d3bf\">\n\n<p>With <strong>less rain <\/strong>and a lower chance of encountering muddy paths, December is the perfect month for <strong>nature lovers<\/strong> and <strong>hikers<\/strong>, and Colombia offers routes for every level of difficulty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more seasoned <strong>trekking<\/strong> enthusiasts, December is the ideal time to explore a <strong>p\u00e1ramo<\/strong>, a unique ecosystem between 3000 and 4500 meters in altitude. It is home to the fascinating <strong>Frailejon<\/strong>, an endemic plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Cundinamarca<\/strong> and <strong>Tolima<\/strong> departments boast some of these stunning locations, such as the <strong>P\u00e1ramo de Sumapaz<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re in the <strong>Boyac\u00e1<\/strong> department, the <strong>P\u00e1ramo de Cocuy<\/strong> is breathtaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The more adventurous can also consider a multi-day trek in <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"106269\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/los-nevados-national-park-treks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Los Nevados National Park<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Paramos-Frailejon-Los-Nevados-Park-Coffee-Region-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Paramos Frailejon Los Nevados Park Coffee Region\" class=\"wp-image-80628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Paramos-Frailejon-Los-Nevados-Park-Coffee-Region-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Paramos-Frailejon-Los-Nevados-Park-Coffee-Region-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Paramos-Frailejon-Los-Nevados-Park-Coffee-Region-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-79b0c836 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-cfdd70b0 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-cfdd70b0\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Explore the flooded jungle in the Amazon<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-8e25860b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8e25860b\">\n\n<p>December <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/amazon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"106270\">in the Amazon<\/a><\/strong> marks the start of the <strong>river\u2019s water rise<\/strong>, as the jungle begins to flood once again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes trekking in the jungle <strong>less tiring<\/strong>, since much of your movement will be by <strong>boat<\/strong> rather than on foot. Plus, taking submerged shortcuts will save you time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can go <strong>kayaking<\/strong> through the flooded jungle, which is <strong>my favorite activity in the Amazon<\/strong>, and easily spot <strong>pink dolphins<\/strong> returning to <strong>Lake Tarapoto<\/strong>, located near the charming town of <strong>Puerto Nari\u00f1o<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Tarapoto-Lake-Puerto-Narino-Amazon-Colombia-Boat-Tom-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tarapoto Lake Puerto Nari\u00f1o Amazon Colombia - Boat Tom\" class=\"wp-image-91432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Tarapoto-Lake-Puerto-Narino-Amazon-Colombia-Boat-Tom-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Tarapoto-Lake-Puerto-Narino-Amazon-Colombia-Boat-Tom-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Tarapoto-Lake-Puerto-Narino-Amazon-Colombia-Boat-Tom-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-25cfa41b\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-22dd3af9 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0b581585\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boat-tour-in-Altagracia-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Boat tour in Altagracia Casanare - Los Llanos Orientales Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-84465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boat-tour-in-Altagracia-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boat-tour-in-Altagracia-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Boat-tour-in-Altagracia-Casanare-Los-Llanos-Orientales-Colombia-2-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c1c5d23e postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ab749093 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b30a7ce1db06f641823e5bcab7b42cd2\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">EVENTS IN DECEMBER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8b35f4cc5d84521ad58523eb335a7bb2\">During December, Colombia lights up and parties.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-12a0046f gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5c76a331 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-cbe12c2c gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-cbe12c2c\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Medell\u00edn lights up for Christmas<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-a2d88236\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a2d88236\">\n\n<p>From the very start of December, every street, bridge, and park in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/medellin-around\/medellin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"106271\">Medell\u00edn<\/a><\/strong> is adorned with dazzling <strong>Christmas lights<\/strong> (<em>alumbrados<\/em>), while <strong>musicians<\/strong> fill the streets and shopping centers with festive songs. This <strong>festival of lights<\/strong> is accompanied by concerts and other cultural events, turning the city into a spectacular <strong>sound and light show<\/strong>, <strong>renowned<\/strong> even beyond Colombia&#8217;s borders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If, like Colombians, you&#8217;re enchanted by the magic of Christmas, take a stroll through the streets and immerse yourself in the cheerful, <strong>festive atmosphere<\/strong>. Be sure to visit <strong>Parque Ciudad del Rio<\/strong>, north of the El Poblado neighborhood, to admire the stunning <strong>decorations<\/strong> that illuminate the park along the banks of the Rio Medell\u00edn. The theme of the display changes every year, making it a must-see.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6cded001 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-259e61b0 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-259e61b0\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">A New Year with colonial charm in Cartagena<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d7ed25cb\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d7ed25cb\">\n\n<p>Spending New Year\u2019s in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/cartagena\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"106272\">Cartagena de Indias<\/a><\/strong> lets you experience the colonial charm of the <strong>Caribbean&#8217;s gem<\/strong> from a new perspective. The <strong>historic center<\/strong> is beautifully adorned with garlands and sparkling lights, making the city even more magical. Various concerts and cultural events fill the streets, and the city hosts a spectacular <strong>fireworks show<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a food lover, why not treat yourself to a delicious <strong>New Year\u2019s Eve dinner<\/strong> crafted by one of the city&#8217;s upscale restaurants?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ah! A little tip: if you want a prosperous new year, don\u2019t forget to wear <strong>yellow <\/strong>underwear and <strong>red<\/strong> if you\u2019re seeking love. You can also fill your pockets with <strong>lentils<\/strong> to ensure financial security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personally, I recommend taking <strong>a walk around the neighborhood with your suitcase<\/strong>\u2014they say it&#8217;s a promise of an upcoming year full of wonderful travels! \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e387c61a gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-cea63ac5 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-cea63ac5\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The wild salsa rhythms of the Feria de Cali<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-7cbc2413\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7cbc2413\">\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Like many cities in&nbsp;Colombia<strong>, Cali<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>lights up<\/strong>&nbsp;in December, hosting concerts and cultural events throughout<\/span> the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">highlight of the fest<\/span>ivities is the&nbsp;<strong>Feria de Cali<\/strong>, held from&nbsp;<strong>December 25th to 30th<\/strong>. The celebration kicks off with a grand <strong>parade<\/strong> through the streets and at the&nbsp;<em>Plaza de Toros<\/em>. The streets come alive with processions of&nbsp;<em>Cale\u00f1o salseros<\/em>&nbsp;(salsa <strong>dancers<\/strong> from Cali) swaying to the fiery rhythms of salsa, a dance for which&nbsp;Cali&nbsp;is the world&nbsp;<strong>capital<\/strong>. Trust a salsa fan\u2014you\u2019ll be itching to move, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also attend the <em>Salsodromo<\/em>, a competition where salsa <strong>dancers<\/strong> showcase their skills, and the <em>Superconcierto<\/em>, a massive concert celebrating different <strong>Colombian musical genres<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-86a4a91e gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-272be844 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-272be844\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">A Festival of Lights in Villa de Leyva<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3a12025f\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3a12025f\">\n\n<p>For a more laid-back but deeply <strong>authentic<\/strong> atmosphere, how about attending the <em>Festival de Luces<\/em> (Festival of Lights) in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/boyaca-santander\/villa-de-leyva\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"106273\">Villa de Leyva<\/a><\/strong>, located in the <strong>Boyac\u00e1<\/strong> department?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>December 7th and 8th<\/strong>, the locals of this beautiful <strong>colonial village<\/strong>, with its cobblestone streets and whitewashed houses, light hundreds of candles and lanterns to celebrate the Immaculate Conception. The festival concludes with a spectacular <strong>fireworks display<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget to stroll through the <strong>Christmas market<\/strong> and taste local specialties while enjoying the sounds of traditional music.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e5382d60\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-3f00738f gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-colombia-festivals\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"100443\">Festivals in Colombia<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-315dc699 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ba39fc8b\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Colombia-Aleja-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-93874\" style=\"width:834px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Colombia-Aleja-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Colombia-Aleja-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Colombia-Aleja-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-06b8c78b postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ed3321f3 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2abe43bf0020143c041b3bb5c5447783\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN COLOMBIA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f30e2410a9eab9ed0aa33f00f8cb63d7\">December in Colombia is a joyful month full of traditions.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bf4bf515 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5bcd8515 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-13177d32 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-13177d32\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">La Noche de las Velitas<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-7df57736\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7df57736\">\n\n<p>Most Colombians are profoundly <strong>religious<\/strong> and place great importance on traditional religious celebrations. <em>La Noche de las Velitas<\/em> is a Catholic holiday that officially begins the Christmas season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During <em>La Noche de las Velitas<\/em> (Night of the Little Candles), a <strong>family tradition<\/strong> on the evening of <strong>December 7th<\/strong>, Colombians place thousands of candles and lanterns on their <strong>windowsills<\/strong> and in the <strong>streets<\/strong> to celebrate the <strong>Immaculate Conception<\/strong>, a religious holiday dedicated to the Virgin Mary.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-09bf7588 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4d2567b3 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-4d2567b3\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Las novenas de Aguinaldos<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-76b10a2c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-76b10a2c\">\n\n<p>This <strong>religious practice<\/strong>, introduced by the Franciscan fathers in the early 18th century, marks the nine days leading up to Christmas (<strong>December 16-24<\/strong>). Throughout the <strong>novena<\/strong>, participants dressed in <strong>Christmas-themed clothing<\/strong> gather in places like churches or decorated parks and read <strong>prayers<\/strong>. These prayers are often accompanied by <strong>Christmas songs<\/strong>, and <strong>traditional treats<\/strong> such as biscuits and custards are served. In some families, children receive gifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Novena de Aguinaldos<\/em> is also celebrated <strong>at home<\/strong>, often around the nativity scene, and has extended into <strong>companies<\/strong>, adding a <strong>social dimension<\/strong> to the religious tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re visiting <strong>Cartagena<\/strong> and want to experience this tradition, you can attend the <em>Novena de Aguinaldos<\/em> at the beautiful <strong>San Pedro Claver Church<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a91de5c4 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c00b3ed4 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c00b3ed4\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Christmas Eve<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-6a60f789\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6a60f789\">\n\n<p>In Colombia, Christmas Eve\u2014known as <strong><em>Noche Buena<\/em><\/strong>, held on <strong>December 24th<\/strong>\u2014is the highlight of the holiday season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s mainly a <strong>family event<\/strong>, though close friends may be invited to share a <strong>late-night Christmas meal<\/strong>, sing, and play <strong>games<\/strong> while enjoying traditional desserts, waiting for midnight to arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people attend midnight mass, while others go out around 1 a.m. to finish the celebration at a <strong>nightclub<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>December 25th<\/strong> is generally quiet, with most people recovering from the previous night&#8217;s indulgence.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-11b1550a gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4250bbed gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-4250bbed\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">El Ni\u00f1o Dios<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-63a9388b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-63a9388b\">\n\n<p>In Colombia, it\u2019s not Santa Claus, the Three Wise Men, or Saint Nicholas, as in other countries, who bring the <strong>gifts<\/strong> to children at midnight, but <em>El Ni\u00f1o Dios<\/em> (the Child God), meaning the <strong>baby Jesus<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, like many children around the world, Colombian kids write a <strong>letter<\/strong> to <em>El Ni\u00f1o Dios<\/em> to guide him in choosing their gifts. Of course, the condition is that they have been well-behaved and worked hard at school throughout the year! \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-248c7f7c gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-52f2cda1 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-52f2cda1\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The nativity scene<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-efcdcf4d\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-efcdcf4d\">\n\n<p>The nativity scene, also called &#8220;Pesebre&#8221; (Stable), is a key part of <strong>traditional Christmas decorations<\/strong> in Colombia. It is usually placed near the Christmas tree and represents the <strong>birth of Jesus<\/strong> in a Bethlehem stable, surrounded by Joseph, Mary, and the Three Wise Men.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some nativity scenes are more elaborate, featuring a village, plants, animals, and various figures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cities, <strong>giant nativity displays<\/strong> are set up alongside the traditional urban Christmas lights in public squares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tradition holds that the baby Jesus is placed in the manger at midnight.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f264fe6c\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9c32e76d postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5cc61154\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Candle-day-Dia-de-las-Velitas-Colombia-Tom.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Noel - Candle day D\u00eda de las Velitas - Colombia - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-93872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Candle-day-Dia-de-las-Velitas-Colombia-Tom.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Candle-day-Dia-de-las-Velitas-Colombia-Tom-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Christmas-Noel-Candle-day-Dia-de-las-Velitas-Colombia-Tom-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e644b0bb postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1b6f6f46 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-078943fa1753b266e1945d93eb194cc9\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">What do people eat at Christmas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ce656ea7629fa892dda7bee5e8273787\">December is the perfect time to share hearty and delicious recipes.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e72a79bf gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4d3a7e57 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-58a4b255 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-58a4b255\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">La Lechona<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3d5b73e6\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3d5b73e6\">\n\n<p>The <em>Lechona<\/em> is a <strong>suckling pig<\/strong> <strong>stuffed<\/strong> with onions, potatoes, peas, and spices. It&#8217;s often served with rice and an <strong>arepa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pig is slow-roasted in the oven and must be basted frequently with orange juice until the meat is perfectly tender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This dish, <strong>typical<\/strong> of the <strong>Tolima<\/strong> and <strong>Huila<\/strong> regions, dates back to the <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Spanish <strong>conquistadors<\/strong>&#8216; introduction of pork in Colombia<\/span>. At that time, it was a delicacy reserved for the wealthy on special occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, <em>la lechona<\/em> is a traditional dish for major <strong>festivities<\/strong>, especially at Christmas. It\u2019s a <strong>shared dish<\/strong>, with the number of diners depending on the size of the pig.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1a3ba86c gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-61e60662 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-61e60662\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Natilla and Bu\u00f1uelos<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-dd98fe40\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-dd98fe40\">\n\n<p>Colombians love<strong> sugar<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s no surprise, then, that <em>Natilla<\/em>, a smooth <strong>vanilla custard<\/strong>, and <em>Bu\u00f1uelos<\/em>, fried corn flour <strong>fritters<\/strong> filled with cheese (traditionally <em>Queso coste\u00f1o<\/em>), are among their <strong>favorite Christmas treats<\/strong> and have a prime spot on the holiday dessert table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Colombians start eating <em>Bu\u00f1uelos<\/em> as early as <strong>December 7th<\/strong>, during <em>La Noche de las Velitas<\/em>. Truth be told, they love them so much that they enjoy them year-round, often with hot chocolate or coffee. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-eeca69cb gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3ee4b06c gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3ee4b06c\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">El Canelazo<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-9dbc0e10\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9dbc0e10\">\n\n<p>This traditional Christmas <strong>hot drink<\/strong> from Colombia originates from the Andean mountains, where it was commonly consumed to fight off the cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>El Canelazo<\/em> is a <strong>sweet and alcoholic<\/strong> mix. The traditional recipe involves dissolving sugar or <strong><em>panela<\/em><\/strong> (unrefined cane sugar shaped like a block) in a cup of hot water, flavored with cinnamon and cloves.  <strong><em>Aguardiente<\/em><\/strong>, a <strong>popular anise-flavored liquor<\/strong> in Colombia, is added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the perfect drink to get into the festive Christmas spirit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-37bb1657 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-07fd21af gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-07fd21af\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">El Tamal<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d544357b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d544357b\">\n\n<p>The <em>tamal<\/em> originated in pre-Columbian times. It\u2019s typically made from a dough of <strong>corn flour<\/strong>, filled with <strong>meat<\/strong>, vegetables, and spicy sauces, then wrapped in <strong>banana<\/strong> or <strong>corn leaves<\/strong> and cooked in water or steamed. Initially, it was a practical dish for <strong>warriors<\/strong> and peasants to carry with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Tamales<\/em> are now part of the traditional meals served during significant celebrations like <strong>baptisms<\/strong>, <strong>weddings<\/strong>, and <strong>Christmas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">The recipe for&nbsp;<em>tamal<\/em>, which is also called&nbsp;<strong>\u201c<\/strong><em>pastel de Navidad<\/em><strong>\u201d<\/strong>&nbsp;(Christmas cake) in the Caribbean, varies slightly depending on the region.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3616ae20 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-126cf5fa gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-126cf5fa\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">El Sancocho<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-be3c474b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-be3c474b\">\n\n<p><em>Sancocho<\/em> is a thick soup made from a mix of <strong>meats<\/strong> and <strong>root vegetables<\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">&nbsp;cooked in a&nbsp;<strong>broth<\/strong>&nbsp;flavored with herbs like parsley or cilantro. Just<\/span> so you know, Colombians love<strong> cilantro<\/strong>\u2014they add it to almost everything!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Colombian cuisine offers a <strong>wide variety of Sancocho recipes<\/strong>, with endless variations in the choice of meat (chicken or beef in the Andean regions, seafood on the coast) and vegetables (beans, pigeon peas, corn). There are as many Sancochos as there are cooks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s typically prepared in <strong>large quantities<\/strong> over an outdoor<strong> wood fire<\/strong>, often by the <strong>river<\/strong> during family gatherings. Christmas is the perfect occasion for this <strong>communal dish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c2535540\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6ef45585 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cd7dfc49\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Colombian-Food-Tamal.jpg\" alt=\"Colombian Food - Tamal\" class=\"wp-image-92798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Colombian-Food-Tamal.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Colombian-Food-Tamal-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Colombian-Food-Tamal-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ea9fd086 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c9741c01 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8a220d473d3a8a6f6cceba4c2cd57df8\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">Tourism IN DECEMBER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-aa3063338b2db642d162c1c7e45c47d8\">Tourist boom and price hikes.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-07439b14 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8cd9d688 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ff672d82 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ff672d82\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Prices are skyrocketing<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-6a64bc8c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6a64bc8c\">\n\n<p>December marks the <strong>start of peak season<\/strong> in Colombia, with high tourist traffic lasting primarily from mid-December to mid-January.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a consequence, <strong>flight<\/strong> and <strong>hotel rates<\/strong> rise <strong>considerably<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Some hotels enforce a minimum night stay in top tourist destinations like&nbsp;<strong>Cartagena<\/strong><\/span>, so it&#8217;s crucial to book in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, remember to ask for prices ahead of time when they aren\u2019t posted, especially with meterless taxis in Cartagena, to avoid <strong>surprises<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-413ca1df gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-0b3ef8eb gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-0b3ef8eb\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">A much-awaited time of the year<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-0f2298b9\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0f2298b9\">\n\n<p>You&#8217;ve probably gathered by now how <strong>eagerly <\/strong>Colombians await the Christmas season. A perfect example is the popular song, \u201c<strong><em>Desde septiembre se siente que viene diciembre<\/em><\/strong>\u201d (Since September, you can feel December coming), which you hear everywhere nationwide!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The long <strong>school holidays <\/strong>start at the end of November, and most Colombians take their vacations during this time, traveling to reunite with family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They love admiring the Christmas lights in cities like <strong>Medell\u00edn<\/strong> and heading to the <strong>Caribbean coast<\/strong>, especially Cartagena, which becomes packed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">In addition to the many&nbsp;<strong>local tourists<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>foreign visitors<\/strong>&nbsp;escaping the winter and seeking sunshine also flood in.<\/span> So, you certainly won\u2019t be alone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend <strong>reserving <\/strong>your accommodations<strong> <\/strong>and activities <strong>early<\/strong> enough to ensure flexibility with your budget and itinerary. Similarly, if you\u2019re planning a <strong>Christmas Eve dinner<\/strong> at a gourmet restaurant\u2014like in Cartagena\u2014make sure to book early to secure your table.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-900905d8\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2f767691 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9a8b8510\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cande-Restaurant-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-2.jpg\" alt=\"Cand\u00e9 Restaurant - Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Tom\" class=\"wp-image-81374\" style=\"width:834px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cande-Restaurant-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cande-Restaurant-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cande-Restaurant-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9 Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-766495e1 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3680eb91 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b3eb5328f51489e2f322a2a9b8b9f381\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">PACK YOUR BAG FOR DECEMBER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c290d3ae8ee525d14a12551ff41fe16b\">Practical tips to adjust according to your itinerary.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6090cb80 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a274d328 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-edcd8a0e gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-edcd8a0e\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The basics<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-15408a13\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-15408a13\">\n\n<p>Remember to bring your <strong>hat<\/strong> and some <strong>sunscreen<\/strong> to shield yourself from the sun, especially if you&#8217;re &#8220;coming from winter.&#8221; The December sun near the <strong>equator<\/strong> can take you by surprise, even in higher-altitude cities like Bogot\u00e1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget your <strong>camera<\/strong> and a pair of <strong>binoculars<\/strong> if possible. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">If those are your destinations, you&#8217;ll want to capture the&nbsp;<strong>Christmas lights<\/strong>&nbsp;and document your adventures in&nbsp;<strong>Los Llanos<\/strong>&nbsp;or the&nbsp;<strong>Amazon<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-036f7c64 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-cc62312f gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-cc62312f\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">For hiking<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-b8bf3d43\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b8bf3d43\">\n\n<p>If you plan to explore the <strong>Cerros de Mavecure<\/strong> or hike in a national park, pack comfortable clothing and sturdy hiking shoes. Don\u2019t forget to bring warmer layers if you plan to <strong>ascend<\/strong> into the <strong>paramos<\/strong>, as it can get very cold at high altitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">For a trek in the <strong>Amazon<\/strong>, pack long pants and long-sleeved shirts to protect against mosquitoes.&nbsp;Also<strong>,<\/strong>&nbsp;make sure to pack insect repellent<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Bring comfortable pants if you plan to ride horseback in the\u00a0<strong>Llanos plains<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And remember to carry a <strong>backpack<\/strong> that suits your hiking plans.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6498d4df gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-99a68b72 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-99a68b72\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">For taking it easy<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-38d51745\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-38d51745\">\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Depending on your location, if you\u2019re planning to wander the&nbsp;<strong>festive streets<\/strong>&nbsp;of&nbsp;<strong>Medell\u00edn<\/strong>&nbsp;or enjoy the&nbsp;<strong>salsa parades<\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong>Cali<\/strong><\/span>, be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a&nbsp;<strong>jacket<\/strong>&nbsp;for the cooler evening air<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the <strong>Caribbean coast<\/strong>, stick to light, breathable clothing, and, of course, don\u2019t forget your swimsuit\u2014but I bet that&#8217;s already on your list! \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-47b61cb3 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-2a000608 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-2a000608\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">For going out<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-39faf4a4\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-39faf4a4\">\n\n<p>Colombians love to dress up when going out. If you\u2019re planning to sip a drink while watching the sunset from a <strong>rooftop in Cartagena<\/strong> or enjoy dinner at a <strong>fancy restaurant<\/strong> for New Year\u2019s Eve, make sure to bring your best <strong>party outfit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some trendy spots may even have a dress code.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4262df56\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b76538d3 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-690f6cb0\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Catamara-tour-in-Cartagena-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja.jpg\" alt=\"Catamara tour in Cartagena Colombia - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Aleja\" class=\"wp-image-83338\" style=\"width:834px;height:auto\" 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has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cc0e2ad84fa912cf7a1dfe40f66127cc\"><strong>Your local travel agency in Colombia<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"destInspirationInfos has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-68d7a096b22c81a412b7451faa169604\"><strong>Want to discover the best of Colombia without rushing around or overcomplicating things?<\/strong><br><br>We&#8217;ve spent <strong>11 years<\/strong> solving the perfect trip equation: maximize jaw-dropping experiences, eliminate unnecessary transfers, and avoid tourist hordes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"destInspirationInfos has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-111c8ca6b3661b7a5a165d4258050aa5\"><strong>The result? <\/strong>The Colombia we fell in love with\u2014not the cookie-cutter routes designed for everyone else\u2014savored at a pace that lets you fully live each moment. No more superficial, exhausting trips.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-2d6ed183 gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-services\/tailor-made-trip-colombia\/\" data-lasso-id=\"195770\">Explore Colombia with us<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-025a1659 destSection postArticles\" id=\"destPopular\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle\">When To Vist Colombia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-f4f59e61 destPopular gb-query-loop-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-8f6d9b2e gb-query-loop-item post-107731 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-colombia-itinerary tag-best-time-to-visit-colombia tag-june-in-colombia\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8f6d9b2e destPopularItem newTab\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Colombia-Amazon-Gateway-Cano-Cristales-Tom.jpg);\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-35d33604 postArticlesTitle gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/june-in-colombia\/\">June in Colombia: Is it Worth it?<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-13118a3f postArticlesLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/june-in-colombia\/\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 16.5 21\" height=\"21\" width=\"16.5\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">   <g transform=\"translate(-205 -90.5)\" data-name=\"Groupe 520\" id=\"Groupe_520\">     <path stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke=\"#fff\" fill=\"none\" transform=\"translate(201.25 89)\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/may-in-colombia-is-it-worth-it\/\">May in Colombia: Is it Worth it?<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-13118a3f postArticlesLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/may-in-colombia-is-it-worth-it\/\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 16.5 21\" height=\"21\" width=\"16.5\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">   <g transform=\"translate(-205 -90.5)\" data-name=\"Groupe 520\" id=\"Groupe_520\">     <path stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke=\"#fff\" fill=\"none\" transform=\"translate(201.25 89)\" d=\"M10.125,2.25h-4.5A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,4.5,3.375v17.25A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,5.625,21.75h12.75A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,19.5,20.625v-9M10.125,2.25H10.5a9,9,0,0,1,9,9v.375M10.125,2.25A3.375,3.375,0,0,1,13.5,5.625v1.5A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,14.625,8.25h1.5A3.375,3.375,0,0,1,19.5,11.625\" data-name=\"Trac\u00e9 730\" id=\"Trac\u00e9_730\"><\/path>   <\/g> <\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Read<\/span><\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-8f6d9b2e gb-query-loop-item post-107475 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-colombia-itinerary tag-april-in-colombia tag-best-time-to-visit-colombia\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8f6d9b2e destPopularItem newTab\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Sendero-El-Hermanito-Concepcion-Antioquia-Colombia-1.jpg);\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-35d33604 postArticlesTitle gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/april-in-colombia-is-it-worth-it\/\">April in Colombia: Is it Worth it?<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-13118a3f postArticlesLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/april-in-colombia-is-it-worth-it\/\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 16.5 21\" height=\"21\" width=\"16.5\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/february-in-colombia\/\">February in Colombia: Is it Worth it?<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-13118a3f postArticlesLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/february-in-colombia\/\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 16.5 21\" height=\"21\" width=\"16.5\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">   <g transform=\"translate(-205 -90.5)\" data-name=\"Groupe 520\" id=\"Groupe_520\">     <path stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke=\"#fff\" fill=\"none\" transform=\"translate(201.25 89)\" d=\"M10.125,2.25h-4.5A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,4.5,3.375v17.25A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,5.625,21.75h12.75A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,19.5,20.625v-9M10.125,2.25H10.5a9,9,0,0,1,9,9v.375M10.125,2.25A3.375,3.375,0,0,1,13.5,5.625v1.5A1.125,1.125,0,0,0,14.625,8.25h1.5A3.375,3.375,0,0,1,19.5,11.625\" data-name=\"Trac\u00e9 730\" id=\"Trac\u00e9_730\"><\/path>   <\/g> <\/svg><\/span><span 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destPopularItem newTab\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Providencia-Island-Colombia-Manzanillo-beach-Caribbean-Islands-2.jpg);\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-35d33604 postArticlesTitle gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/colombia-in-january-weather-events\/\">Colombia in January: Is it Worth it?<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-13118a3f postArticlesLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/colombia-in-january-weather-events\/\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 16.5 21\" height=\"21\" width=\"16.5\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">   <g transform=\"translate(-205 -90.5)\" data-name=\"Groupe 520\" id=\"Groupe_520\">     <path stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke=\"#fff\" fill=\"none\" transform=\"translate(201.25 89)\" 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