🎒 What to Pack for Colombia

A stylish, savvy, and climate-conscious list for Caribbean beaches, coffee country, and cool cities like Bogotá.
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🇨🇦 for Canadian travellers | 🇺🇸 for U.S. travellers

💛 Planning a trip to Colombia?

Make sure you check out the full guide:
The Ultimate Colombia Travel Guide: Cities, Coffee Regions & Caribbean Beaches (Perfect for 2-4 Weeks!)

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🌦️ Quick Climate Tips for Colombia

Colombia has every type of weather depending on where you’re headed:

• ☀️ Hot & Humid: Cartagena, Santa Marta, San Andrés
• 🌧️ Rain-prone & Cloudy: Medellín, Minca
• 🏔️ Cool & Mountainous: Bogotá, Salento

Bring breathable clothes for the coast, light layers for the mountains, and a rain shell just in case. Trust me, you’ll need it.

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🚨 Don’t Forget These!

These are the items that saved me time and time again:

✅ Passport + Travel Insurance
✅ Waterproof phone case (especially for Tayrona or island trips!)
✅ Bug spray + Afterbite
✅ Light jacket or long sleeve layer (Bogotá gets chilly!)
✅ Reusable water bottle + Electrolytes
✅ Daypack for hikes and city exploring
✅ Spare outfit in your carry-on (because: luggage roulette)

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🧕 Style & Modesty Tips

In smaller towns like Salento, Minca, or rural coffee regions, you’ll stand out less (and feel more comfortable) in modest, neutral-toned outfits.

Bring a lightweight scarf, long skirt, or casual dress that offers coverage while keeping you cool.

✈️ Flying to Colombia?

Check out my dedicated Long-Haul Flight Essentials Packing List—you’ll thank me at 35,000 feet.

💡 Pro Tips

• Wear loose layers on the plane—planes are cold, then hot, then cold again like an indecisive lizard.
• Always pack a spare outfit in your personal item—lost luggage doesn’t care about your itinerary.
• Wipe down the tray table. Just…trust me.
• I keep my go-to items in a packing bin so I never forget them. I also buy as many travel size toiletries and cosmetics so they are always packed and ready to go.

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Full Colombia Packing List

1. Luggage & Packing Tools

✔️ Carry-On Suitcase → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Carry-On Wheeled Travel Backpack 45L → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Travel Backpack 40L → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Personal Item/Backpack → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Other option- Personal Item/Backpack → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Compression Packing Cubes → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Toiletry Bag → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Reusable Laundry Bag → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Travel Wallet/Document Pouch → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Ziplock Bags → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ TSA-Approved Locks → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Luggage Tags → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Collapsible Tote / Beach Bag → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Apple Airtag → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ AirTag Holder AirTag Case Keychain → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

2. Everyday Essentials

✔️ 2–3 Lightweight Basic Tops
👉 Long Sleeve → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Short Sleeve → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 2 Tank Tops → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Or Tank Tops w/ Thin Strap → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Denim Jacket → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Pants
👉 Wide Leg → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Travel Casual → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1-2 Sets of Activewear
👉 Sports Bra → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Shorts → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Leggings → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Top → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1–2 Swimsuits
👉 One Piece → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Two Piece → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Undergarments (x5–7) → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Socks (Ankle + No-Show (x5–7)) → Amazon.ca | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Pajamas
👉 Short → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Long → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Slippers → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1 Flip-flops → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1 Pair Walking Shoes (neutral colour) → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Sneakers → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Accessories
👉 Crossbody Purse → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Evening Bag → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Clipa Bag Hanger – The Ring Hook → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Sunglasses → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Sunglasses Case → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

3. ☀️ Warm Destinations (if you are visiting in the summer)

✔️ Accessories
👉 Sunhat → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Lightweight Cover-up/Sarong → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Long Sleeve Button Down → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Day to Night Bag → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 3–4 Lightweight Tops
👉 Short Sleeve → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Linen Short Sleeve → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Tank Top → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Short Sleeve Bodysuit → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1–2 Shorts → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1–2 Pairs of Linen Pants → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 2–3 Dresses
👉 Short → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Long → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Fancier → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 2–3 Casual or Beach Dresses → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 2-3 Skirts
👉 Short → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Midi → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Long → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Sandals
👉 Walking Sandals (sport) → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Dressier Flat Sandals → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Wedge/Chunky Heel Sandals → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Flip-flops → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

+ Transitional Weather (for cooler days/nights)

✔️ Lightweight cardigan → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1 sweater → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ 1 light jacket or rain shell → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Hiking boots → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Accessories:
👉 Baseball Hat → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Belt → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Cover-up/Scarf → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

4. Toiletries & Personal Care

✔️ Electric Toothbrush → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Toothpaste → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Floss → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Deodorant → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Razor → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Glass Travel Size Bottles → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Microfibre Towel → Amazon.ca | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Hair:
👉 Shampoo → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Conditioner → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 OUAI Travel Kit → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Serum → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Anti-frizz → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Texture Spray → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Dry shampoo → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Face:
👉 Face wash → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Hypochlorous Acid Spray → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Serums → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Moisturizer → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Face Tanning Drops → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Sunscreen
👉 Face → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Face Powder → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 SPF Face Stick → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Body → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Body Spray → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Body Wash → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ After-sun Lotion → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Makeup
👉 IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude foundation → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Cream/Liquid Blush → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Brushes → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Makeup Remover Wipes → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Feminine Hygiene Products → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Lip balm → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Lip balm w/ SPF → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Hand Sanitizer → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Hairbrush → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Wide Tooth Comb → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Curling Iron → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Straightener → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Nail Grooming Set → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Tweezer Set → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Cotton Pads → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Q-tips → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Flushable Wipes Individually Wrapped → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Mirror with Light → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

5. Health and Wellness

✔️ Pill organizer → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Vitamins / Supplements
👉 Daily Medications
👉 Arrae bloat → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Blume SuperBelly Gut Health Hydration Packets → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 OLLY Sleep Gummy Supplement → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Pain Reliever → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ First Aid Kit → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Bandaids → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Blister Band-Aids → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Bug Spray → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Afterbite → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Hydration
👉 Electrolyte Individual Packs → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Reusable Water Bottle → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Bottle Travel Sleeve → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Extra Straw and Filter Top → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

6. Tech & Electronics

✔️ Phone
✔️ Camera + Memory cards
✔️ Charger → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Universal Adapter → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Phone Lanyard → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Phone Case w/ Crossbody Strap → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Waterproof Phone Case → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Selfie Stick/ Tripod → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Power Bank → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones →
Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Noise Cancelling Headphones → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Earbuds → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Kindle / E-reader → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Apple iPad → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Charging Cables Pouch → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Amazon Fire Stick → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

7. Travel Docs & Essentials

✔️ Passport
✔️ Printed bookings / itinerary
✔️ Travel insurance
✔️ Credit cards + local currency
✔️ Driver’s license / ID
✔️ Emergency contact info

8. Carry-On Essentials

✔️ Passport + boarding pass
✔️ Medications
✔️ Change of Clothes
✔️ Wallet (cards, cash) → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Lip balm → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Face mist → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Electric Toothbrush → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Toothpaste → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Deodorant → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Travel Pillow → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Travel Blanket → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Cover-up/Scarf → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Snacks
👉 Roasted Edamame Beans → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Seaweed Snacks → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
👉 Beef Jerky → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Reusable Water Bottle → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Airplane Bluetooth 5.3 Adapter → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Noise Cancelling Headphones → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Kindle / E-reader → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Apple iPad → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Eye Mask → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Earplugs → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Hand Sanitizer → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Disinfectant Wipes → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Pen for Customs Forms → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Notebook → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Jewellery
👉 Earrings → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸

9. Packing Extras & Travel Hacks

✔️ Downy Wrinkle Release Spray → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Travel Steamer → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Travel Clothesline → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Sink Stopper → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Mini Detergent → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Lint Roller → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Sewing Kit → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Reusable Shopping Bag → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Compact Umbrella → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Portable Fan → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Door Stopper → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸
✔️ Safety Alarm → Amazon.ca 🇨🇦 | Amazon.com 🇺🇸