Lawrencemilovich / Wikimedia CommonsSan Andrés
A Caribbean island 700 km from the mainland and about 200 km from Nicaragua. Raizal culture, Creole English and the sea of seven colors.
January to May. Hurricanes are possible from September to November.
What to see and do
- Johnny Cay and the Aquarium by boat
- Island loop by golf cart
- Hoyo Soplador and La Piscinita
- Diving: more than 40 sites
What to eat
- Rondón stew
- Black crab
- Coconut bread
How to get there
Only by plane. A tourist card is paid before boarding.
| From | Mode | Time | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogotá | flight | 2 h | $250.000 – $700.000 |
| Cualquier origen | mandatory tourist card | — | $145.000 |
Where to stay
La Loma and San Luis are more Raizal and cheaper than downtown.
A calm island. Rent golf carts only with a license, and wear a helmet on scooters.
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Quick answers
What is San Andrés known for?
A Caribbean island 700 km from the mainland and about 200 km from Nicaragua. Raizal culture, Creole English and the sea of seven colors.
How do you get to San Andrés?
Only by plane. A tourist card is paid before boarding.
When is the best time to visit San Andrés?
January to May. Hurricanes are possible from September to November.
How many days do you need in San Andrés?
Plan for about 4 days to see the essentials without rushing.
Is San Andrés safe to visit?
A calm island. Rent golf carts only with a license, and wear a helmet on scooters.
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