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Panama & Colombia

2026

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Summary

Panama, a unique strip separating oceans and continents, with unique and special activities to try

Colombia, a country of endless rhythm and spirit, culture and recent history with some of the brightest smiles and happiest laughter on earth

Not nearly as dangerous as they say, it's come a long way in the past few years but in many places, still exactly the same

Scores

Panama
Colombia

Affordability

Food

Hospitality

Safety

Accessibility

Video

Beauty

Final Score

5 / 10

Advice

Trip Duration

4-6 weeks

Currencies Used

United States Dollar USD & Colombian Peso COP

Best Months

May - September

Daily Budget

$30-80usd

Official Travel Advice

From the Australian DFAT Smartraveller

Reconsider your need to travel

Challenges

Theft and gangs are still very much a thing but just dont make yourself an easy target and you'll be totally fine, theyre often better than the police

Do

Dance classes in Cali, Salsa Celena is an amazing experience worth atleast a week and a few hours per day

Paragliding is also atleast woeth doing in Cali or Bucharamanga. It's affordable and worth learning if youve got atleast 5 days

Don't

Tayrona is a bit of a touristic wash thats best for people who just want peace and quiet but not much worth experiencing. It's Instagram, sitting with a pina colada or a steady hike

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