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Colombia

Car hire in Colombia

Colombia is located in South America and is bordered by several countries such as Peru, Brazil and Venezuela. Many Americans flock to Colombia for their vacation due to its warm tropical climate, especially along the stunning coastline and its contrasting tropical, yet refreshing, rains during pleasantly mild winter months.

With so many cities and attractions such as Amacayacu National Park and Mompos for you to visit, you will find that opting for car hire to sightsee provides you with the flexibility and freedom to visit as many of the countries treasures as you wish.

Hotspots

The city of Bogota is ideal for those who are seeking a vibrant Colombian destination. It is here where many annual events such as Rock al Parque take place, and it is home to a vast array of restaurants serving a diverse selection of both international and local cuisines. Meanwhile, Cali is one for Americans who love to Party, as it is here you will find many nightlife venues, especially those that celebrate salsa.

There are also many fascinating sights in which you can easily access with car rental. Popular examples include: Isla Gorgona, which is an old prison island now home to many wildlife creatures such as sea turtles and monkeys; and the Matecana Zoo, which is located in Pereira.

Getting around Colombia

Given many companies offer great deals on rental cars, especially when you compare car hire in advance, many tourists opt to drive in Colombia. The roads, especially in and around major cities are well maintained, and you should note that in Colombia you should drive on the right hand side. You should also note that from November to February it is rainy season, thus traffic is often to be expected around major city areas, as well as major highways.