FAQs // Preguntas

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what is the weather like in Bogotá?

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Bogotá is a colder city, think California in the winter. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 44°F to 66°F and is rarely below 37°F or above 70°F. Sunny days doesn't mean hot. Be prepare for rainy days. The weather is always unpredictable despite what your phone app says.

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Will I get altitude sickness in Bogotá?

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Tourists travelling to cities that are 2,500m above sea level or higher, such as La Paz in Bolivia or Bogotá in Colombia, can get altitude sickness. Symptoms of altitude sickness usually develop between 6 and 24 hours. Symptoms are similar to those of a bad hangover and include: headache, feeling and being sick (nauseous), dizziness, tiredness, loss of appetite, and shortness of breath. The symptoms are usually worse at night. It is recommended to stay hydrated and take the first day easy. It takes at least 2 days to adjust to the altitude.

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Is Bogotá Safe to Visit?

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The city of Bogotá is typically safe for tourists, AS LONG AS THEY TAKE APPROPIATE CARE. Until now, minor street crime poses the greatest hazard to visitors to the Colombian capital of Bogotá. PICKPOCKETING and muggings are two of the most common crimes committed against visitors in Bogotá. Pickpocketing is prevalent in crowded places and on public transportation. So, it is essential to keep a watchful eye on your possessions at all times. However, if you know the danger, it is simple to avoid being a victim of this crime. The phrase “don’t create oneself a target” is a literal translation of the local saying “no dar papaya,” which translates more loosely to “don’t make yourself a target.” DO NOT HAVE YOUR PHONE IN YOUR HANDS WHILE WALKING IN THE STREET. In stores and restaurants, never leave your luggage unattended; never wander about with expensive cameras or cash visible on your person, and stay away from backpacks with easy open zippers or handbags without zipper.

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How to Stay Safe in Bogotá?

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Just like you would in any other tourist destination, take the following steps to guarantee a trouble-free vacation. - What you wear has a significant impact on how others see you avoid wearing real jewelry - Try not to draw too much attention to the fact that you are carrying a large and costly camera. If you do, you put yourself in a position where burglars may easily target you. - Show Confidence Wherever You Go: It is almost certain that robbers will pursue you if you appear like a helpless lamb. Maintain a constant awareness of your destination, and go forward with intent. - Never Entertain Strangers Who Offer Drinks. Male and female tourists alike have fallen prey to tainted cocktails in Colombia. The Colombian narcotic scopolamine, sometimes known as “Devil’s Breath,” is odorless and tasteless. It is regularly used to render victims unconscious before robberies. With large dosages, it may cause a person to lose their memory and inhibitions. Take a moment to observe your beverage being prepared if you are in a bar or club.

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Thing to consider...

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- Do not purchase/use cocaine or marihuana, it is ILEGAL. Throw out the coke jokes, too, because they aren’t amusing. - Making jokes about Pablo Escobar doesn't make you look funny, actually it makes you look very uneducated. - Never leave without cash. Using a credit card to make purchases might be challenging sometimes because the country still relies heavily on cash. Just have both on hand. - Never decline a kind request to dance. In this nation, dancing is really popular. So, put your nervousness and shame aside when someone invites you to dance. - Take it easy, and don’t be shocked if your 7 am pickup shows up closer to 7:10- 7:30 am. If you allow it to get to you, it might be annoying. So, don’t stress out so much about time. next time just plan to leave 10-15min earlier.