Updated on 03/27/2024
Dear readers,
My name is Frank. As a golf travel operator in Bogota, we organize golf games and golf trips throughout Colombia.
Below, I present to you an example golf trip, followed by additional variations with different destinations and durations.
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Summary of the Colombia Golf Trip
Day 1 – Bogota – Arrival
Day 2 – Bogota – La Cima Golf Course – Bogota
Day 3 – Bogota
Day 4 – Bogota – San Andres Funza Golf Course – Bogota
Day 5 – Bogota – El Rincon Golf Course – Bogota
Day 6 – Bogota – Choachi – Bogota
Day 7 – Bogota – Bogota Golf Course
Day 8 – Bogota
Day 9 – Bogota – Medellin
Day 10 – Medellin – El Rodeo Golf Course – Medellin
Day 11 – Medellin
Day 12 – Medellin – La Macarena Golf Course Rionegro – Medellin
Day 13 – Medellin – Guatape – Medellin
Day 14 – Medellin – Campestre Golf Course Rionegro – Medellin
Day 15 – Medellin
Day 16 – Medellin – Departure
Planned destinations for the Colombia Golf Trip
Bogota
Bogota is the capital of Colombia with over 10 million inhabitants. It is Colombia’s political, economic, cultural and tourist center and generates most of the national GDP.
At over 2,600 meters (8,600 feet) above sea level, it is the third-highest capital city in South America. With average temperatures of 7° C – 20° C (45° F – 68° F), the climate varies between cold and temperate. Bogota has an area of 1,775 km2 (685 sq mi), which is more than twice the size of Singapore.
Bogota was founded by the Spanish in 1538 but was already inhabited by the Pre-Muiscas. Most of the tourist attractions are located in the historic center of La Candelaria. The city’s wide range of cultural offerings, represented in museums, theaters and libraries, has earned it the name “South American Athens”.
Some essential sights in Bogota are the local mountain Monserrate, the Gold and Botero Museum as well as the food markets Paloquemao and La Perseverancia.
Choachi
Choachí is a picturesque town located in Colombia, nestled within the Andes Mountains. It is situated in the Cundinamarca Department, which is part of the Altiplano Cundiboyacense, a high plateau in the country. Choachí is known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
Natural Scenery: Choachí is surrounded by lush green landscapes, dense forests, and striking mountain views. The area is perfect for nature enthusiasts and hikers, with several trails and paths to explore, such as the Quebrada La Vieja and Cascada La Chorrera waterfalls.
Waterfalls: Choachí is renowned for its stunning waterfalls, with Cascada La Chorrera being one of the highest in Colombia. Visitors can take a hike to this impressive natural wonder and enjoy its breathtaking beauty.
Gastronomy: The town offers a taste of Colombian cuisine, with local restaurants and eateries serving traditional dishes. A popular delicacy in Choachí is the “arepa de chocolo,” a corn-based snack that you can enjoy while exploring the town.
Nearby Attractions: Choachí’s location in the Andes Mountains makes it an excellent starting point for exploring other nearby attractions like the Chingaza National Park, a protected area known for its unique flora and fauna.
Medellin
Medellin is the second most populous city after Bogota. The city has a favorable geographic location in the broadest part of the natural region known as the Valley of Aburrá, located in the central Andes at 1,495 meters (4,905 feet) above sea level. This keeps the city at a comfortable temperature of between 14° C and 26° C (57° F to 79° F).
This spring climate in East Antioquia gives the region the privilege of being the second largest flower producer and exporter in the world, which is why Medellin is known as the “City of Eternal Spring” and the “Capital of the Mountain”.
The city has a modern infrastructure – it is the only city in Colombia with a subway system – and is considered the innovation center of the country. Museums, interactive parks, churches and city tours are among the attractions in Medellín. Must-do activities in Medellin include the graffiti tour in Comuna 13, visiting Arvi Park, taking photos in Botero Square and exploring the Botanical Gardens.
Guatapé
Guatapé is a picturesque and colorful town located in the Antioquia Department of Colombia, approximately 79 kilometers (49 miles) northeast of Medellín. Nestled among rolling hills and surrounded by stunning landscapes, Guatapé is renowned for its vibrant streets, unique architecture, and a mesmerizing man-made wonder that draws visitors from all over the world.
One of the main attractions of Guatapé is “La Piedra del Peñol” or “El Peñol Rock.” This massive granite monolith stands at an impressive height of about 200 meters (656 feet). Visitors can climb a staircase of 740 steps to reach the top, where they are rewarded with awe-inspiring panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the labyrinthine waterways of Guatapé’s reservoir.
Guatapé is famous for its vibrant and artistic buildings adorned with colorful bas-reliefs, known as “zócalos.” These intricately designed decorations can be found on the lower part of the houses, depicting a wide range of subjects, from daily life scenes to geometric patterns and symbols. Strolling through the town’s streets becomes an enchanting experience as the zócalos create a lively and captivating atmosphere.
The Guatapé Reservoir is a vast body of water surrounded by green hills and scattered islands. Also known as Lake Guatapé, it offers numerous opportunities for water-based activities, such as boat rides, jet skiing, kayaking, and fishing. The reservoir’s tranquility and natural beauty make it an ideal spot for relaxation and enjoying the great outdoors.
Guatapé’s waterfront promenade, known as the Malecón, runs along the edge of the reservoir. It’s a popular spot for leisurely strolls, where visitors can enjoy views of the water and the colorful houses lining the streets. The Malecón is also home to several restaurants, cafes, and handicraft shops, making it a lively and charming area to explore.
Golf courses of the Colombia Golf Trip
Golf courses in Bogota
La Cima Golf Club, La Calera
Website: https://www.clubdegolflacima.com/
Location: Km 13 via Bogotá – La Calera
Altitude: 3,000 meters above sea level (9,842 feet asl)
Average temperature: 5 – 17º Celsius (41 – 63º Fahrenheit)
Time to city center: 50 minutes by car
Onsite hotel: No
Onsite restaurant: Yes
Located in the municipality of La Calera on the eastern hills of Bogotá, La Cima Golf Club is one of the best and few public golf courses in Colombia.
- Holes: 18
- Par: 70
- Types of grass:
- Fairways: Kikuyo
- Greens: Bentgrass – Poa
- Length: 6,089 yards
- Designer: Boris Sokoloff
- Caddy: Mandatory
- Golf Cart: No
- Rental Equipment: Yes
San Andrés Golf Club, Funza
Website: http://sanandresgolfclub.com/
Location: Cl. 15 #24 – 80, Funza , Cundinamarca
Altitude: 2,548 meters above sea level (8,359 feet asl)
Average temperature: 6 – 20º Celsius (43 – 68º Fahrenheit)
Time to city center: 1 hour 20 minutes by car
Onsite hotel: No
Onsite restaurant: Yes
The San Andrés Golf Club is located in western Bogotá. It preserves Scottish architecture and is one of the oldest golf courses in Colombia. The club also has one of the few 18-hole children’s golf courses.
- Holes: 18
- Par: 72
- Types of grass:
- Fairways: Kikuyo
- Green: Poa
- Length: 7,145 yards
- Designer: Thompson & Jones
- Caddy: Mandatory
- Golf carts: Only in exceptional cases
- Rental equipment: Limited
Club El Rincón, Cajicá
Website: http://www.clubelrincon.com/
Location: Km. 26 Carretera Central Norte Via Sopó , Cajicá , Cundinamarca
Altitude: 2,558 meters above sea level (8,392 feet asl)
Average temperature: 6 – 20º Celsius (43 – 68º Fahrenheit)
Time to city center: 1 hour 30 minutes by car
Onsite hotel: No
Onsite restaurant: Yes
North of Bogota, near the municipality of Cajicá, the El Rincón Club was founded by 8 friends and golf lovers and is now one of the best in the country.
It is one of the most prestigious golf courses in the country and is considered one of the top 50 in the world. In 1980, golfers from different countries gathered there to take part in the World Cup, one of the most important events in the club’s history.
- Holes: 18
- Par: 72
- Types of grass:
- Fairways: Kikuyo
- Green: Bent Grass
- Length: 7,150 yards
- Designer: Robert Trent Jones
- Caddy: Mandatory
- Golf carts: Only in exceptional cases
- Rental equipment: Limited
Golf courses in Medellin
Club El Rodeo, Medellín
Website: http://www.clubelrodeo.co/
Location: Avenida 80, Calle 2 Sur # 65 – 535, Medellín, Antioquia
Altitude: 1,550 meters above sea level (5,085 feet asl)
Average temperature: 18–30º Celsius (64–86° Fahrenheit)
Time to city center: 15 minutes by car
Onsite hotel: No
Onsite restaurant: Yes
The exclusive El Rodeo Club features an 18-hole golf course with high biodiversity, unique landscapes and a driving range. On this course, you have to be prepared for low-lying aircraft, as the place is in the approach path of the city airport. However, as it is a domestic airport, the flight frequency is low and most aircraft are propeller-driven.
- Holes: 18
- Par: 72
- Types of grass:
- Fairways: Bermuda Tifgreen 328
- Green: Bermuda Tid Dwarf
- Length: 8,808 yards
- Designer: Canadian Golf Landscaping
- Caddy: Mandatory
- Golf Cart: Yes
- Rental Equipment: Limited
Golf Club La Macarena
Website: None
Location: Calle 41 # 33 – 595, Rionegro, Antioquia
Elevation: 2,100 meters above sea level (6,890 feet asl)
Average temperature: 14–22º Celsius (57–72º Fahrenheit)
Time to city center: 45 minutes by car
On-site hotel: No
On-site restaurant: Yes
In La Macarena golf course, obstacles such as bunkers, large lakes and trees are strategically placed.
- Holes: 18
- Par: 72
- Types of grass:
- Fairways: Bermuda Tifgreen 328
- Green: Bermuda Tid Dwarf
- Length: 6,792 yards
- Designer: Mark Mahannah
- Caddy: Yes
- Golf Cart: Yes
- Rental Equipment: Limited
Llanogrande Country Club, Rionegro
Website: http://www.clubcampestre.co/deportes/golf/
Location: Vereda Cabeceras, Rionegro, Antioquia
Altitude: 2,150 meters above sea level (7,053 feet asl)
Average temperature: 14–22º Celsius (57 – 72º Fahrenheit)
Time to city center: 45 minutes by car
Onsite hotel: Yes
Onsite restaurant: Yes
The Llanogrande Country Club, on the outskirts of the capital of Antioquia, in the municipality of Rionegro, is an excellent option to practice sports and spend a relaxing time away from the city noise. The club not only offers accommodation in its own hotel, local and international cuisine and relaxation rooms, but also has facilities for 12 different sports.
For golf lovers, the club offers an 18-hole course with excellent technical conditions, as well as another 9-hole course in the Medellin headquarters.
- Holes: 18
- Par: 72
- Types of grass:
- Fairways: Kikuyo – Trenza
- Green: Bent grass
- Length: 7,022 yards
- Designer: Jaime & Rafael Villegas
- Caddy: Mandatory
- Golf Cart: No
- Rental equipment: no
Detailed Colombia Golf Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Bogota
Arrival in Bogota
You will be picked up at the airport in Bogota and driven to your hotel. The bilingual guide will be waiting for you at the airport exit.
Accommodation
Here you will find the best hotel recommendations in Bogota.
Day 2: Bogota – La Cima Golf Course – Bogota
Service
Hotel pick-up: 08:30
La Cima golf course
Tee time: 09:30
Then return to the hotel.
Day 3: Bogota
Full-day city tour of Paloquemao, Monserrate, Museums and La Candelaria
Your first stop is Paloquemao, an iconic place for catering to families and businesses in Bogota. The market offers a wide range of flowers, fruits, vegetables, meat, groceries, dairy products, herbs and much more and the opportunity to taste and learn about fresh fruit juices.
Then visit the “La Candelaria” district and the historic center of Bogota with its colorful colonial buildings and stone streets. During the tour, you will visit the Gold Museum and the Botero Museum, both in La Candelaria.
The Gold Museum is where you can discover the world’s largest collection of pre-Hispanic goldsmith’s art, with around 34,000 pieces of gold and around 25,000 objects in ceramic, stone, bone and textile made by several Colombian indigenous cultures. This museum is closed on Tuesdays.
In the Botero Museum, you will find a large art collection donated by the famous local artist Fernando Botero, including 87 universal works of art and 123 works created by Botero himself. Works by international artists such as Renoir, Monet, Degas, Dalí, Pissarro, Bonnard and others are represented in the museum.
Finally, visit the Sanctuary of Monserrate, the city’s symbol and main tourist attraction. The summit is 3,150 meters (10,334 feet) above sea level and therefore offers spectacular views of the city. To climb the mountain, you can take the cable car or walk up the hiking trail.
Day 4: Bogota – San Andres Funza Golf Course – Bogota
Service
Pick-up: 08:30
San Andres Golf Course
Tee time: 10:00
Then return to the hotel.
Day 5: Bogota – El Rincon Cajica Golf Course – Bogota
Service
Hotel pick-up: 08:30
El Rincon Golf Course
Tee time: 10:00
Then return to the hotel.
Day 6: Bogota – Choachi – Bogota
Full Day Matarredonda and Coffee Farm Choachi
Pick up: 08:30
You will be picked up at the hotel and taken to Matarredonda, an ecological park about 1 hour from Bogota. The altitude will be approximately 3,400 meters (11,155 feet) above sea level. You will find an unique eco-system containing “Páramos”.
A páramo is a high-altitude ecosystem found in the Andes Mountains of South America, particularly in countries like Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Peru. Páramos are unique and ecologically significant environments characterized by several distinctive features:
High Altitude: Páramos are typically situated at altitudes ranging from 3,000 to 4,500 meters (9,800 to 14,800 feet) above sea level, although the exact altitude can vary depending on the location.
Cold Climate: Due to their high elevation, páramos have a cold and often frigid climate. Temperatures can drop below freezing, and frost and snow are not uncommon.
Unique Vegetation: Páramos are known for their unique and specialized vegetation, including grasses, tussocks, and a variety of shrubs and herbaceous plants adapted to the harsh environmental conditions. One of the most iconic páramo plants is the “frailejón” (Espeletia), a tall, fuzzy-leaved plant that plays a crucial role in páramo ecosystems.
Wetlands: Páramos often contain wetlands, including small lakes, bogs, and swamps, which are essential for water regulation in the Andean region. They serve as natural water reservoirs, releasing water gradually to lower-altitude ecosystems and human communities.
Biodiversity: Despite their seemingly harsh conditions, páramos are rich in biodiversity, with many unique and endemic species of plants and animals. This includes a variety of birds, insects, amphibians, and small mammals.
Water Source: Páramos play a vital role in regulating water supply to downstream areas. They act as natural water catchment areas, storing rainwater and releasing it slowly, which helps maintain a steady flow in rivers and streams. This is of great importance for agriculture, drinking water, and hydroelectric power generation in the surrounding regions.
After the hike, you will head to Choachi where you will enjoy a delicious local lunch. In the afternoon you will head to the La Campesina farm outside town, where you will have a coffee tour. You will learn everything about the processes from planting the seeds to cupping and final tasting of the coffee. After a delicious snack with typical dishes of the region, you will return to the hotel.
Day 7: Bogota – Bogota Golf Course
Service
Hotel pick-up: 08:30
Golf course in Bogota
Tee time: 09:30
Then return to the hotel.
Day 8: Bogota
Free day
Day 9: Bogota – Medellin
Travel day
Service
Hotel pick-up: 08:30
Flight to Medellin.
Arrive in Medellin
You will be picked up at the airport in Medellin and driven to your hotel. The bilingual guide will be waiting for you at the airport exit.
Accommodation
Here you will find the best hotel recommendations in Medellin.
Day 10: Medellin – El Rodeo Golf Course – Medellin
Service
Pick-up: 08:30
El Rodeo Golf Course
Tee time: 09:15
Then return to the hotel.
Day 11: Medellin
Full Day City Tour Medellin and Comuna 13
Your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel to discover the charm of a city in constant evolution and development. A tour of the main sites of interest that reflects the daily life of the inhabitants, the stories of hope and change, the contrast of neighborhoods, the style of old and modern buildings, the use of new spaces, the style of churches and the artistic works of world-renowned masters.
Museo de Antioquia: The most important museum in Medellín, it houses paintings, drawings and sculptures by Fernando Botero.
Museum of Modern Art: Art and contemporary artistic practices.
Pueblito Paisa: the definition of the Antioquian tradition that is reflected in the handicrafts gastronomy and architecture of the place; the majestic view of Medellín and the mountains that run through the Aburrá Valley.
Comuna 13: Comuna 13, also known as San Javier, is a historically significant neighborhood in Medellin, Colombia. Situated on the western slopes of the Aburra Valley, it was once one of the most dangerous and violence-ridden areas in the city during the 1980s and 1990s, primarily due to the influence of drug cartels and guerrilla groups. However, in recent years, Comuna 13 has undergone a remarkable transformation and is now hailed as a symbol of urban renewal and positive change.
The neighborhood’s turnaround can be largely attributed to various social and infrastructural initiatives implemented by the local government, community organizations, and residents themselves. The installation of the city’s innovative Metrocable system in 2004 played a crucial role in the revitalization of Comuna 13. This cable car system connected the neighborhood to the city’s metro network, vastly improving transportation access and connectivity for its residents. Additionally, the Metrocable opened up economic opportunities by attracting tourists to the area.
Comuna 13’s transformation was further supported by various urban development projects, including the construction of public escalators, brightly painted street art, and recreational spaces. These initiatives not only enhanced the neighborhood’s aesthetics but also improved safety and accessibility for residents. Residents, along with local organizations, worked together to create spaces for cultural expression, education, and skill development. These efforts have helped foster a sense of pride and ownership among the community members.
The neighborhood has become an important hub for street art and graffiti, with colorful murals adorning the walls, depicting stories of its tumultuous past and hopeful future.
Day 12: Medellin – La Macarena Golf Course Rionegro – Medellin
Service
Hotel pick-up: 08:30
La Macarena Golf Course
Tee time: 10:00
Then return to the hotel.
Day 13: Medellin – Guatape – Medellin
Full day tour to Guatapé and El Peñol
Approximately two hours away from Medellin is Guatapé, one of the most colorful villages in the country. The town is located on the shore of an artificial water reservoir built in the 70s. One of the main attractions in the area is the big rock called “El Peñol” because it offers a beautiful view of the reservoir. However, if you want to get to the top you must climb the 740 steps. The best reward after climbing down the rock is a typical “bandeja paisa”, served in the local restaurants. Visitors in Guatapé can practice water sports, such as jet skiing, fishing, among others.
Day 14: Medellin – Campestre Golf Course Rionegro — Medellin
Service
Pick-up: 08:30
Golf course Campestre
Tee time: 10:00
Then return to the hotel.
Day 15: Medellin
Free day
Day 16: Medellin – Departure
Departure
Today is the last day of your trip. Depending on the departure time, a vehicle will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the airport.
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