Cali, Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia

Cali tours, things to do and tickets

Tour Guatapé

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Duration: 10 hours
Only an hour and a half from the city of Medellin, is the place most visited by our travelers, La Piedra del Peñol, one of the most beautiful monoliths of the world with 220 meters of height and an unparalleled view of the Peñol-Guatape reservoir. In this experience you will enjoy an unforgettable landscape while traveling by boat one of the most important dams that contribute to the energetic supply of Colombia. You will also have the possibility to climb the 740 steps that take you to one of the most impressive views of the reservoir. To culminate the day perfectly, you will explore one of the most colorful and beautiful villages of our country where you will cross the street of memories, the plaza of the zócalos, the boardwalk and its main park.
$55*Per person

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A day to enjoy nature and have an adventure in the Jordan river

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Duration: 8 hours
Bosque el Descanso is a magical place to enjoy a crystalline river with waterfalls, rock slides and natural Jacuzzis, ecological trails, magical nights full of lights, bonfire and much more. More than a place, Bosque el Descanso is an experience that will bring peace and well-being to yourself. The sound of the Jordan River will accompany you in every corner of your visit to our forest.
$65*Per person

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City Tour + Commune 13 Medellin

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Duration: 8 hours
We pick up the travelers at the hotel where they are staying and after the Tour we leave them again in that place, so they are not at risk of getting lost. We have Certified Professional Tourism guides to ensure that the traveler can have the best travel experience. In the Commune 13 the Tour is directed by a Bilingual Local Guide, through which we will know the history of the place and how the transformation process was carried out through urban art. Our travelers have a medical insurance policy for any news that may occur. We are a company with more than 10 years of experience.
$50*Per person

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Cali: City Tour | Guided tour around the city

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Duration: 3 hours
Cali has an abundance of natural and architectural landmarks to discover; museums, parks, squares, churches, monuments and viewpoints. But navigating the public transportation system and learning about the city without a guide can be exhausting! Why waste time and money with complicated maps, when there is a simple solution? The Cali City Tour by Valley Adventours allows you to visit the city in an efficient and fun way, going straight from one attraction to the other in a private vehicle without wasting time looking for buses or places of interest.
$95*Per person

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Shared Tour of the Historical and Cultural Center of Cali

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Duration: 3 hours
Discover the magic of Cali on a shared tour of its historic centre Immerse yourself in an authentic and flavorful experience Imagine walking through the cobblestone streets of Cali’s historic center, surrounded by the music of a mariachi and the aroma of fresh coffee. On our shared tour, we invite you to live a unique and enriching experience, where you can connect with the rich history and culture of the Sultana del Valle.
$15*Per person

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Street Food Tour

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Duration: 3 hours - 4 hours
The “Street Food Tour” gives you a real taste of Cali though its local food and drinks. First we explore the streets and some parks of the city on foot. Here we talk about the city's history and street culture. We discover amazing street art, some of the pieces are simply stunning and others have interesting social messages. Hopefully we come across some street venders that sell delicious food or drinks. We finish in a local market, where we try different food and drink samples. We try tropical fruits like ‘Chontaduro’, typical drinks like 'Lulada', typical food like 'Ceviche Colombiano' and a lot more. We can try at least 15 samples of food and drinks during the tour, so don't eat to much breakfast. The tour is suitable for vegetarianas as well!
$22.88*Per person

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Historical Shared Tour Salsa, Graffiti & Resistance in Cali

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Duration: 3 hours
Discover Cali’s rebellious soul through our exciting salsa and urban art tour! Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Cali. Through this tour, you will get a unique perspective on the city’s iconic streets and neighborhoods, far more enriching than any quick bus tour. This tour, led by a passionate guide, will allow you to explore the wonderful fusion of history, urban art and music that defines the local identity. With a focus on salsa, colorful works of graffiti and stories of resistance from its inhabitants, this shared tour offers you the opportunity to connect with other travelers while discovering the hidden corners and iconic places of Cali.
$14*Per person

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The Cali Street Food Walking Tour

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Duration: 2 hours
Welcome to my introduction to my hometown: discover local culture while we walk amongst landmarks and try local snacks. Come hungry! I will take you through a list of food spots that I've personally chosen. From hots to colds, solids to beverages, sweet to salty, stores & street vendors, national and local, fried to baked, fruits to meats, and everything in between while we walk amongst the city's most famous landmarks. All tasting options are snacks. But if you know Colombia, you know... we like eating. Most people are satisfied by the end. Items you will be able to choose from: pandebono, buñuelo, arepa, empanadas, marranitas, papa rellena, papa aborrajada, aborrajado, chorizo, champús, ice-cream, coffee... and some more! Vegetarians welcome. Gluten-free people are welcome. Meat-lovers welcome as well! There are options for everybody.
$32.9*Per person

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Admission to Andoke Butterfly Center in Cali with Release Ritual

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Duration: 3 hours
This experience takes place inside a living butterfly sanctuary and science center, just minutes from Cristo Rey. Visitors don’t just observe butterflies — they explore their full life cycle, from eggs and caterpillars to chrysalises and free-flying adults, guided by local experts. Unlike typical city tours, this is a calm, immersive nature experience designed for families, travelers, and nature lovers. The visit includes environmental education, conservation stories, and a guided walk through the butterfly habitat. The experience concludes with a symbolic butterfly release ritual, offering a meaningful moment of connection with nature and conservation. This activity supports a recognized education and conservation project that has welcomed thousands of children and visitors over the years, making it a responsible and inspiring way to experience Cali beyond the city.
$30*Per person

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Cali: Walking tour of the historic center

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Duration: 2 hours - 3 hours
Cali is full of tourist attractions and hidden gems to discover; museums, parks, squares, churches and monuments... But visiting it by public transport and without a local guide is very oppressive! Why waste time and money with complicated maps, when there is a perfect solution? You will get to know Cali through the eyes of a local expert, visiting the main cultural, touristic and historical attractions in the city center, having the opportunity to taste typical fruits and drinks, living the true Cali culture. We will start at our office in the San Antonio neighborhood, walking for about 15 minutes towards the historic center. After an introduction to the city at the Jairo Varela plaza we will begin our walk through the historic center, getting to know its old architecture, parks, theaters, churches, museums, cathedrals and monuments dedicated to important people in our history. Experience the best of Cali safely and discover yourself.
$75*Per person

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San Cipriano Rainforest - River, Waterfalls and Adventure Day

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Duration: 10 hours - 12 hours
San Cipriano is not just any natural reserve, it has one of the cleanest and most crystalline rivers in Colombia. Its wonderful trails, waterfalls, puddles and natural pools together with its beautiful tropical rainforest make it a destination worth visiting in the Colombian Pacific. San Cipriano is an exotic and picturesque little town in the middle of the jungle, surrounded by emerald green waters that are ideal for activities such as: swimming, snorkeling, tubing, kayaking and high jumps.
$359*Per person

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Shared Gastronomic Tour in the Alameda Cali Market

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Duration: 3 hours
Discover the tastes of Cali on a shared gastronomic tour of the Alameda Market A feast for your senses! Imagine getting lost among the colorful stalls of the Alameda Market, surrounded by aromas that will transport you to a flavor party. On our shared gastronomic tour, we invite you to live a unique and delicious experience, where you can discover the culinary richness of Cali.
$15*Per person

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Chiva Private Cultural Tour with Audio Guide in Buga

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Duration: 2 hours - 3 hours
At Vibu Travel, we offer the Chiva Tour, a typical guided chiva tour of Buga’s most iconic landmarks. With audio guides based on local historians, we visit monuments, historical sites, religious temples and more. In addition, the tour includes a special plan with a typical snack of typical regional frying and an ancestral drink, guaranteeing a complete cultural experience.
$15*Per person

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Cali River Waterfall Tour (4 hours)

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Duration: 4 hours
What makes this tour unique is that it lets you experience Cali’s nature the way locals do, not as a crowded tourist attraction. You’ll visit a waterfall that Cali residents actually use to relax, swim, and escape the city. This is a small-group, flexible experience with no minimum number of travelers, so your tour runs even if it’s just you. You’ll spend real time swimming in natural pools, exploring the main waterfall, and—if you choose—hiking a short trail to a second hidden waterfall that many visitors never see. Unlike rushed tours, this half-day experience balances easy nature walks, swimming, and free time, making it ideal for solo travelers, couples, and families. Led by a local guide, it focuses on connection with nature, safety, and an authentic Cali lifestyle rather than a scripted itinerary.
$63.77*Per person

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Salsa & Music Tour of Cali

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Duration: 4 hours - 5 hours
The tour is different every day, we visit real life activities in different parts of the city doing community tourism, authentic places that show the different forms of the strong salsa culture in Cali. The tour supports people who work in the salsa industry, making music, instruments, costumes, shoes, dance classes, shows, events, tourism, concerts - keeping the culture alive with collections of LP's, photography, books and much more. There is so much to tell and to show how salsa is lived in the salsa capital and we are eager to show it all to you, although it doesn't all fit in one tour! :)
$72*Per person

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Cristo Rey, Tertulia Museum and Downtown Cali City Tour

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Duration: 6 hours
Finding the best way of exploring a city is always a daunting task, but that’s why we are here. Let us guide you through Santiago de Cali, one of the most amazing cities in Colombia and the foremost capital of Salsa. Join our full-day tour and visit its downtown and its main cultural sites such as Tertulia Museum. Try Colombian traditional snacks and discover the joy this city is known for. • Tertulia Museum and Cristo Rey guided tour • Historical landmarks in downtown Cali and its main sites • Tasting of typical fruits and Colombian coffee • Plenty of spectacular photo spots for unforgettable memories of your trip to Cali. • Tons of insights and local experiences
$88*Per person

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Salsa Friday in Calle del Sabor + Bar Crawl in Cali

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Duration: 7 hours
Discover Cali’s local salsera nightlife at this Bar Crawl. Visit authentic bars, dance with locals and experience the rhythm of the salsa capital of the world. The experience begins in San Antonio, Cali’s most traditional and bohemian neighborhood, where salsa sounds and the atmosphere is perfect to warm up with the first games designed to connect. Then, we enter the vibrant Calle del Taste, where new sounds and fusions bring the current salsa scene to life. Finally, the night culminates in an underground bar, where history, music and passion meet in a final dance you never want to end. Throughout the tour, you will share with people from all over the world in an atmosphere of games, dynamics and good energy that will make you feel part of the local party. It’s not just a tour, it’s an immersion in authentic salsa, from tradition to modernity, in the city that never stops dancing.
$40*Per person

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Friday Night Street Salsa and Bar Crawl in Cali, Colombia

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Duration: 4 hours - a minute
IMPORTANT- There is a dress code for this tour and please bring 5K cash!! Guys must wear pants for the last club!! Swimwear, sandals, hats, sportswear, and sunglasses are NOT allowed! Furthermore, we do not allow any aspects of sex tourism either. We are a group of local friends that host bar crawls in Colombia. We wanted to give foreigners and tourists a unique "locals' experience", so we started these bar crawls. This bar crawl consists of 1 local bar, the famous "salsa street", 1 salsa club, and 1 dance club; all located in the nightlife district of Cali. The north of Cali is one of the most popular nightlife areas among locals and tourists in Cali. We will meet at the first bar at 8:30 pm to congregate and converse. We will then proceed to the next bars every hour, finally finishing off at Espacio 10-60 by 12:15 am. Sometimes locals also come on our crawls, so you may have the opportunity to connect with some Colombians and practice your Spanish!
$35*Per person

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Rivering in The Danube (The Mermaid)

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Duration: 12 hours - 15 hours
We will discover a natural paradise full of waterfalls and crystalline wells, while we learn about history and culture, and do social work with poor children.
$90*Per person

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Pance Waterfalls: Hike to discover the biodiversity of the valley

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Duration: 5 hours - 6 hours
The Farallones de Cali hold secrets in their mountains, forests and nature. Step by step we will listen to them as we ascend to discover two waterfalls in the middle of the forest. The natural wealth of these mountains, the river and the landscapes make this experience a special moment to enjoy forever every time you remember it. During the tour we will be lucky enough to be in different ecosystems, we will be in a quiet, safe environment full of nature, you will learn about the great biodiversity of the Cauca Valley.
$107*Per person

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