The following is an example packing list for the 10 Day Taste of Colombia Itinerary. While we have attempted to make this match all activities in the itinerary and be a complete list, we can not guarantee that this is the perfect packing list for everyone. Since everyone has different packing preferences, we encourage you to use this as a guide and alter it as you see fit.
- 1 Bogotá Active Exploration Outfit
- This outfit should be appropriate for climbing Monserrate (paved roads but a lot of elevation increases) as well as going to museums.
- Dress in layers appropriate for cool temperatures in the morning, but being warm during the climb.
- 2 Bogotá Traditional Exploration Outfits
- Layering your clothes is your best friend (variable comfort and more outfit combinations).
- Bogotá is metropolitan so dress appropriately for a typical city in the US.
- Due to the elevation, Bogotá is typically on the cooler side so ensure you have a vest, light pullover, or light jacket for layering.
- 1 Bogotá Nightlife Outfit
- Bogotá has a thriving nightlife that most will want to experience.
- Bring an elevated outfit for going out at night. Stay away from flashy and revealing outfits to not stick out. Those that stick out become the targets of pickpockets, thieves, and other low level criminals that target tourists.
- 2 Cartagena Exploration Outfits
- Cartagena is generally pretty hot year-round. Make sure these outfits are lightweight and appropriate for walking around in 80-90°F weather.
- 1 Cartagena Beach Outfit
- The Rosario Islands are a typical beach destination. Pack the swimsuits, cover-ups, and sandals for that day.
- 1 Cartagena Nightlife Outfit
- Cartagena is the location for salsa lessons. Pack some clothes and shoes appropriate for dancing and staying out afterward if you desire.
- 2 Medellín Exploration Outfits
- Medellín is a metropolitan city as well but not as large as Bogotá. Many will dress nicer as is typical of urban areas; however, there will be many dressing more casually in Medellín than in Bogotá.
- 1 Medellín Coffe Farm and Guatapé Outfit
- This should include long pants and closed-toed shoes appropriate for walking through a coffee farm. Also wear shoes appropriate for uneven ground and climbing over 700 stairs.
- Airline Clothes for the Return Trip
- Shoes
- Tennis shoes appropriate for hiking, walking, and working out on casual days
- Comfortable shoes appropriate for walking around the cities (loafers, boots, etc…)
- Dress shoes/heels appropriate for nice dinners
- Sandals for the beach
- Socks
- Casual for walking and dress socks for elevated days/dinners
- Pack a few warm pairs (bonus points if these do well in damp conditions)
- Belt(s)
- Sleepwear
- 4 Bras, matched to clothing (if required)
- 11 Pairs of Underwear/Boxers
- Casual and Dressy Jackets or Sweaters for layering in Bogotá year-round
- Could also be necessary for Medellín during cooler weather.
- Rain Jacket
- Jewelry
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Soap (if you don’t like hotel products)
- Hair Brush/Comb
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Dental Floss
- Deodorant
- Lotion
- Lip Balm
- Razor
- Shaving Cream
- Nail Clippers and/or File
- Medications/Vitamins
- Hand Sanitizer
- Sunscreen
- Aloe
- Feminine Hygiene Products (if required)
- Contact Lenses and Solution (if required)
- Hair Accessories (ties, bobby pins, etc… if required)
- Makeup (if required)
- Basic First Aid Kit (Band-Aids, Neosporin, Ibuprofen, Imodium, etc…)
- Sunglasses
- Travel Umbrella
- Day Bag or Small Backpack
- Tablet/eReader and Charger
- Phone and Charger
- Headphones
- Refillable Water Bottle
- Passport
- Copy or Picture of the Front Page of Your Passport
- Stored separately from passport
- Internationally-Accepted Credit Cards
- Debit Card for withdrawing Colombian Dollars upon Arrival
- Luggage Locks
- Travel Pillow for Flight
- Earplugs and Eye Shade for Flight
