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Colombia Gay Travel

From its Caribbean coast to it's soaring capital, gay travellers love Colombia's diverse landscape.

Colombia is fertile ground for adventure and a gay travel paradise. Bogotá is the country’s beating heart, pulsating with activity day and night. Meanwhile, Medellín’s moniker ‘City of Eternal Spring’ says it all. Hiking enthusiasts will love the tropical, multi-day ‘Lost City’ trek. And beach bums will flock to the Caribbean coast, where historic Cartagena awaits. Exhausted by it all? Throw back a shot of Aguardiente, and let Colombia unfold before you.


Quick Facts

  • Capital City: Bogotá
  • Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
  • Languages: Primarily Spanish
  • Best Time of Year to Visit: Varies regionally, but generally speaking March–September.

LGBT Rights in Colombia

Gay Colombia Travel

Best Places to Visit in Colombia

More Info

At least in comparison to neighboring Latin American countries, Colombia is generally gay-friendly. Homosexuality was legalized in 1981 and same-sex marriage was enacted in June 2016. 

Gay Activity: Legal
Lesbian Activity: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Right to Change Gender: Legal
Same-Sex Adoption: Legal
LGBT Discrimination: Illegal

Theatron de Película! is reason enough for LGBT jet setters to consider Colombia. The massive 5-storey venue is the largest LGBTQ+ club in the western hemisphere. As soon as you enter the behemoth, there are 13 “mini clubs” to discover, one of which is even chicas-only.

Gay Villages in Colombia

Bogotá – Chapinero

Pride Festivals in Colombia

Bogotá Pride – Annually in June
Cartagena Pride – Annually at the beginning of August (Please note: their Facebook Page seems to be down.)

Best Gay Bars in Colombia

BogotáTheatron de Película! (13 “mini clubs” spread across 5 floors!!!)
BogotáBrokeback Mountain (Karaoke Bar)
BogotáPunto 59 (Club)
CartagenaAlquimico (Cocktail bar)
CartagenaThe City Club (Rhumba Club)

Best Lesbian Bars in Colombia

Bogotá – Eve inside the mega-club Theatron de Película is chicas-only.

5. Medellín

While the gorgeous hillside cityscape is reason enough to visit, the underground art scene and impressive nightlife are bonuses.

4. Tayrona National Park

In our opinion, this is one of the world’s most photogenic rainforests. Thick jungle clings to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range and plummets directly into the Caribbean sea.

3. The Lost City Jungle Trek

While still relatively unknown, the Lost City Jungle Trek is a beautiful hiking route through Tayrona National Park, reaching its climax at ancient Ciudad Perdida. The circuit takes roughly 5 days to complete.

2. Bogotá

This Andean city is the third highest capital in the world. If the altitude doesn’t take your breath away, the pulsing big-city vibe and booming gay nightlife will. Fun fact: Bogotá is home to the largest LGBTQ+ club in the western hemisphere: Theatron de Película!

1. Cartagena

Few words can capture the unpretentious beauty of Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. Housed within 13km of stone walls sits a maze of cobblestone streets that beg discovery. Each alley and intersection is lined with immaculately preserved colonial architecture. And when the tropical heat becomes too heavy, dive into the shimmering Caribbean conveniently located at the city’s feet.

Best Time of Year to Visit: While specific recommendations change regionally, March through September is generally considered the best time to go. Whale watchers, in particular, should schedule their visit between July and September. The high season begins in December and ends in February. Finally, while flash floods are common throughout the Andes in October & November, these are the best two months for Amazon jungle treks as the water levels are lower.

Electricity: In Colombia, the power plugs and sockets are of types A and B. The standard voltage is 110 V, and the standard frequency is 60 Hz. For more information, visit https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com.

Time Zone: Colombia Standard Time (GMT-5)

Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements: We’re dedicated to ensuring our tours are safe for everyone, but it is our belief that each traveler has a responsibility to protect themselves and their fellow travellers from COVID-19. As of May 1, 2023, Out Adventures no longer requires guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on most of our tours. If vaccination is a requirement for entry, or on select cruises, this will be communicated at the time a trip is confirmed to depart. Before booking, we recommend that you read our COVID-19 Information Page and our COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions to understand what we’re doing to minimize risk, and what will happen if you contract COVID-19 before or during an Out Adventures tour.

Other Vaccinations: Based on entry requirements, some travellers may be required to show proof of a yellow fever vaccination. To determine if you should take preventative measures to reduce the risk of illness, you should consult your doctor or a travel medical clinic, as Out Adventures cannot provide vaccination recommendations.

Visas: A visa is not typically required for American, Australian, British and Canadian citizens travelling to Colombia for fewer than 90 days. There may be exceptions, and all visas are the traveller’s responsibility.

Last updated on Sept 24, 2021. Disclaimer: The information provided was accurate at the time of publishing, but cannot be guaranteed.
LGBT Rights in Colombia

At least in comparison to neighboring Latin American countries, Colombia is generally gay-friendly. Homosexuality was legalized in 1981 and same-sex marriage was enacted in June 2016. 

Gay Activity: Legal
Lesbian Activity: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Right to Change Gender: Legal
Same-Sex Adoption: Legal
LGBT Discrimination: Illegal

Gay Colombia Travel

Theatron de Película! is reason enough for LGBT jet setters to consider Colombia. The massive 5-storey venue is the largest LGBTQ+ club in the western hemisphere. As soon as you enter the behemoth, there are 13 “mini clubs” to discover, one of which is even chicas-only.

Gay Villages in Colombia

Bogotá – Chapinero

Pride Festivals in Colombia

Bogotá Pride – Annually in June
Cartagena Pride – Annually at the beginning of August (Please note: their Facebook Page seems to be down.)

Best Gay Bars in Colombia

BogotáTheatron de Película! (13 “mini clubs” spread across 5 floors!!!)
BogotáBrokeback Mountain (Karaoke Bar)
BogotáPunto 59 (Club)
CartagenaAlquimico (Cocktail bar)
CartagenaThe City Club (Rhumba Club)

Best Lesbian Bars in Colombia

Bogotá – Eve inside the mega-club Theatron de Película is chicas-only.

Best Places to Visit in Colombia

5. Medellín

While the gorgeous hillside cityscape is reason enough to visit, the underground art scene and impressive nightlife are bonuses.

4. Tayrona National Park

In our opinion, this is one of the world’s most photogenic rainforests. Thick jungle clings to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountain range and plummets directly into the Caribbean sea.

3. The Lost City Jungle Trek

While still relatively unknown, the Lost City Jungle Trek is a beautiful hiking route through Tayrona National Park, reaching its climax at ancient Ciudad Perdida. The circuit takes roughly 5 days to complete.

2. Bogotá

This Andean city is the third highest capital in the world. If the altitude doesn’t take your breath away, the pulsing big-city vibe and booming gay nightlife will. Fun fact: Bogotá is home to the largest LGBTQ+ club in the western hemisphere: Theatron de Película!

1. Cartagena

Few words can capture the unpretentious beauty of Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. Housed within 13km of stone walls sits a maze of cobblestone streets that beg discovery. Each alley and intersection is lined with immaculately preserved colonial architecture. And when the tropical heat becomes too heavy, dive into the shimmering Caribbean conveniently located at the city’s feet.

More Info

Best Time of Year to Visit: While specific recommendations change regionally, March through September is generally considered the best time to go. Whale watchers, in particular, should schedule their visit between July and September. The high season begins in December and ends in February. Finally, while flash floods are common throughout the Andes in October & November, these are the best two months for Amazon jungle treks as the water levels are lower.

Electricity: In Colombia, the power plugs and sockets are of types A and B. The standard voltage is 110 V, and the standard frequency is 60 Hz. For more information, visit https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com.

Time Zone: Colombia Standard Time (GMT-5)

Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements: We’re dedicated to ensuring our tours are safe for everyone, but it is our belief that each traveler has a responsibility to protect themselves and their fellow travellers from COVID-19. As of May 1, 2023, Out Adventures no longer requires guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on most of our tours. If vaccination is a requirement for entry, or on select cruises, this will be communicated at the time a trip is confirmed to depart. Before booking, we recommend that you read our COVID-19 Information Page and our COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions to understand what we’re doing to minimize risk, and what will happen if you contract COVID-19 before or during an Out Adventures tour.

Other Vaccinations: Based on entry requirements, some travellers may be required to show proof of a yellow fever vaccination. To determine if you should take preventative measures to reduce the risk of illness, you should consult your doctor or a travel medical clinic, as Out Adventures cannot provide vaccination recommendations.

Visas: A visa is not typically required for American, Australian, British and Canadian citizens travelling to Colombia for fewer than 90 days. There may be exceptions, and all visas are the traveller’s responsibility.

Last updated on Sept 24, 2021. Disclaimer: The information provided was accurate at the time of publishing, but cannot be guaranteed.


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Colombia still has an unsavory and unsafe reputation among some foreigners, so I was pleasantly surprised by its climatic, biological and cultural diversity, its progressive policies and relative security. The great rapport among the host, guides and group members made it a most enjoyable trip.

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