Is Colombia Safe for Cycling?
+Yes, and it is VERY welcoming.
It’s easy to assume old-fashioned things, but the truth is that Colombia is a cycling paradise. Modern cities, peaceful landscapes and a deep local love for the sport. Cycling is not only safe, but also a party.
Cyclists from the United States, Canada and Europe have ridden these roads and returned home with unforgettable, carefree stories.
But let’s be honest for a second… when you first hear CYCLING IN COLOMBIA, what comes to mind? Towering mountains and Tour de France pros? Or old headlines, Netflix series and second-hand stories from the 90’s?
Why Colombia
Is Safe For Riding
Let’s be real, when you first think “cycling in Colombia”, what flashes in your mind? Is it breathtaking mountains, world-class pros… or old headlines and Netflix clichés? Truth is, Colombia is one of the world’s most exciting and welcoming places for cyclists. And everything we do, from safety protocols to route design, is built to align with the goals of our tours: Safe, Tired Happy
Cycling Is a National Passion
From cities to remote coffee towns, you’ll be greeted with waves, cheers, and roadside coffee stops. Cycling is part of Colombian life you’re not a stranger here, you’re a guest.
You’re Not the First to Wonder
Riders from all over the world ask us the same question. They trusted us, took the leap, and returned with stories they’ll tell forever not regrets.
Our Support Means No Guesswork
Fully supported rides, expert local guides, and seamless logistics mean you only have to focus on the views and the climbs. We handle the rest, every mile.
Ready to Ride
Safely in Colombia?
If you’ve made it this far, you’re probably picturing yourself on these roads. These are the tours that show you exactly what Colombia’s cycling culture is all about.
September 05th
Gravel Bike Tour
This Colombia bike gravel tour is an immersive cycling odyssey, designed to bring together the thrill of gravel roads with the beauty of Colombian landscapes and culture.
August 2nd
Bogotá to Medellín
Bogotá to Medellín might just be the best week of riding. Over six action-packed stages, including Alto de Letras, we climb and descend the soaring slopes of the Andes.
October 10th
Coffee Hub Region
This tours is a gentle introduction, not free of challenge, to riding in Colombia and its culture, with climbs that feel more accessible than other of our tours.
Riders who felt safe
How We Keep You
Safe On Every Ride
Your safety isn’t a side note…. it’s the foundation. From the moment you clip in to the last kilometer, we make sure you feel safe, challenged, and exhilarated. Here’s how we deliver the experience we promise:
We focus on the thrill of the road, the beauty of the landscapes, and the joy of the ride, while our expert team handles everything else.
Our Staff
The People Who Make It Happen
Our full-time, professional team lives for this. From expert guides to mechanics and drivers, every person you meet is part of a crew obsessed with your ride. They keep you safe, push you when you need it, and make sure you finish every day with a cold drink, tired legs, and a huge grin.
Full-Time Support
Always There, Just in Case
Our support vehicles follow every route, loaded with snacks, drinks, tools, and a lift if you need a break. It’s not just backup, it’s the freedom to ride harder, tackle bigger climbs, and know someone’s always looking out for you.
Local Knowledge
Ride Like a Local, Not a Tourist
We don’t follow maps, we follow experience. Our local guides know which roads are safest, which climbs test your legs, and where the best empanadas are waiting. It keeps you safe, takes you deeper into Colombia’s cycling culture, and turns every ride into a story worth telling.
What´s Next
Calendar
MORE CYCLING TOURS
Bogotá – medellín
Gravel Bike tour
This Colombia bike gravel tour is an immersive cycling odyssey, designed to bring together the thrill of gravel roads with the beauty of Colombian landscapes and culture.
Boyacá
Los Libertadores
Embark on an exhilarating road bike tour through the captivating region of Boyacá, Colombia, where echoes of the past blend with the adrenaline-fueled spirit of the present.
bogotá – cartagena
La Heróica
Begin high in Bogotá, ascend to the top of the Andes at the summit of Alto de Letras, and follow the wild paths of the Cauca and Magdalena rivers as they storm toward the Caribbean Sea.
MORE INFORMATION
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Stories
Testimonial
Cycling in Colombia in 2026: The storm is outside.
Every season begins with anticipation. And every season, sooner or later, brings its own challenges. Cycling in Colombia in 2026 feels completely different. By January, we were ready. Routes prepared, teams back on the road, and riders arriving in Bogotá excited for the journey ahead toward Cartagena.
safety
Our tour goals: Safe, Tired Happy
Our tour goals: Safe, Tired, Happy. What are our tour goals? When were about to start our first tour, back in 2012, we where asked a simple question that has been a guiding principle: what do you want your customers to feel by the end of the tour to achieve with this tour.
Weather
Perfect The weather for cycling in Colombia
Colombia’s breathtaking mountainous regions host the perfect cycling weather: warm year-round, with the scenery is stunning, the cycling opportunities are endless. While Colombia’s equatorial climate, which menas temperature isn’t ruled by the time of the year but rather by the altitude, can be unpredi…
Answering your mom’s questions
Is it safe?
Absolutely, others have done it, we aren’t dare devils, and we want to come home to family. Our protocols and local expertise prioritize your safety. Remember our mantra!
Weather?
Year-round perfect cycling weather, temperatures are altitude depending but mostly mid 20°C , lower 8°, higher 35°C. Rain, you never know these are the Andes!
Traffic & Locals?
Colombia: Stunning landscape, challenging mountains and thrilling descents, but more importantly warm people and strong cycling culture that respect the cyclist.
Food?
A delicious mix of hearty local flavors and high-end cuisine. Fresh, clean, and incredible variety! On a special diet? Vegan? Celiac? Let us know and our magical staff will take care of that for you!
Bike box?
It will be safely waiting for you in Filandia.