Colombia has emerged as South America's most exciting destination — colorful colonial cities, Caribbean beaches, Andean coffee farms, and Amazon jungle in one country. Cartagena's walled old city is pure magic. Visa-free for Filipinos and remarkably affordable.
Visa
Visa-free for Philippine passport holders for 90 days
Best months
Best: Dec–Mar, Jul–Aug (dry)
Flights
Flights MNL→Bogotá: via US (visa) or Europe
Realistic budget
~7 days · per person
₱110,000 – ₱210,000
All-in: airfare from MNL · visa · accommodation · food · local transport · activities
Visa-free for PH (90 days), 3★ Bogotá + Cartagena, internal flight, walled city tour + coffee zone day.
Sources: Budget Your Trip, Numbeo. Ranges are 2024–2025 estimates — peak season, FX, and personal spending style will shift them. Always verify before booking.
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Things to do
- • Cartagena walled old city
- • Coffee Triangle (Salento) farm tour
- • Tayrona National Park beaches
- • Bogotá's La Candelaria & Gold Museum
- • Medellín cable car & comuna tour
- • Caño Cristales 'rainbow river'
Free things to do
- ✓ Cartagena old city walls
- ✓ Botero Plaza Medellín
- ✓ Beach walks Tayrona
Best for
With kids
Cartagena is family-magical. Coffee farms have kid-friendly activities.
With seniors
Cartagena is flat and walkable. Bogotá altitude (2,640m) can affect seniors.
Visa
Visa-free for Philippine passport holders for 90 days. Bring return ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds. Always confirm requirements with the embassy before travel.
When to go
Best: Dec–Mar, Jul–Aug (dry). Cartagena hot year-round (28–32°C).
Getting there from MNL
Flights MNL→Bogotá: via US (visa) or Europe. Total travel time ~28+ hrs.