Colombia Country Quickfacts
Area: | 1,141,748 km2 |
Capital: | Bogota |
Country Code: | 57 |
Country Population: | 48,014,026 |
Credit Cards: | All major credit cards accepted in tourist areas: American Express, Visa, Master Card and Diners Club |
Currency: | Peso |
Departure Tax: | $19USD - Usually buried within airline fares. |
Drives on the: | Right |
Electricity: | 110 V |
Ethnic Groups: | 49.0% Mestizo; 37.0% White; 10.6% Afro Colombian (includes Mulatto); 3.4% Amerindian |
Flag: | ![]() |
Location: | North Western, South America |
Official Language(s): | Spanish, with 68 ethnic languages and dialects |
Religion: | Roman Catholic |
Time Zone: | COT (UTC -5) |
Tipping: | Tipping is at your discretion. Restaurants may charge 15% extra as service. |
Colombia Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Colombia.
Learn about the history and culture of Colombia, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Colombia's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Colombia for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Colombia tours today!
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