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This story was created in partnership with: <\/em>ProColombia\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

There’s no shortage of adventure in Colombia,<\/a> and while you could say that about most countries in South America, it’s not easy to find terrains as abundant or diverse. With two coastlines — the Caribbean and the Pacific — the peaks of the Andes, and depths of the Amazon Jungle, Colombia will stir your mind, body, and soul all right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People don’t necessarily equate this country with adventure, which is why we’re setting the record straight. No matter what you want to do, be it trekking, climbing, diving, or flying, everything in Colombia feels epic. Whether you’re swimming out on your surfboard to meet a swell or hiking along an ancient trail to a view that cannot be described in words, this country will never let you forget what you experience. Here are the best destinations and activities for adventures in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Colombia’s Tatacoa Desert is perfect for an adventure | \u00a9 Nicole Reyes\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Best destinations for adventures in Colombia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In Colombia, you can easily base yourself in large cities like Bogot\u00e1 and Cali and find adventure a little over an hour away. But if you’re looking for activities that will give you a real rush, here are the best destinations for adventure in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

San Gil<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the adventure capital of Colombia, San Gil is full of extreme sports and adventure activities that will get your heart racing and adrenaline pumping. The town’s rapids make for some of the most exhilarating white-water rafting on the planet, but it’s also prime for paragliding and trekking.<\/p>\n\n\n

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See Also: <\/em>Everything You Need to Know About Coffee Tours in Colombia<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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Suesca<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Just an hour and a half away from Colombia’s capital of\u00a0 Bogot\u00e1, you’ll find the town of Suesca \u2013 a mountainous landscape tailor-made for rock climbing, trekking, and rafting. Word on the street is that this is where Colombia’s rock climbing scene was born, and it’s not surprising given that there are hundreds of routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Santa Marta<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This colonial city is a great location for adventure lovers because of its proximity to everything that lies just a hop, skip, and a jump away. Beyond the historic enclaves of this sprawling metropolis lie the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta, where trekkers can delight in wandering through the wilderness and along trails brimming with dazzling flora and fauna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tucked away in this coastal mountain range are Minca \u2013 a small village known for birds and waterfalls, and Ciudad Perdida \u2013 a lost city built centuries before Machu Picchu. In the foothills of the Sierra Nevada \u2013 along the Caribbean coast \u2013 visitors will find Tayrona National Natural Park.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Santa Marta, Colombia | \u00a9 Alejandro Ortiz\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Top adventures in Colombia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Paragliding<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Colombia has a handful of spots and conditions that are just perfect for paragliding. Thermal winds and elevated cliffs make it possible to paraglide up and down the country. And, when you consider how spectacular the country’s coastline is — what could be a better way to explore those landscapes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Check out this view across Colombia | \u00a9 Scarebet\/Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The best part is, even if you’re not trained in paragliding, you can still experience this extreme sport, as most trips are done in tandem with an instructor who will manage everything while you enjoy the ride! If you do want to do a solo flight, you’ll find a number of schools in Colombia where you can get certified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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