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I recently spent several weeks in Colombia and had the opportunity to experience Impulse Travel through both their Breaking Borders tour in Bogotá and several interactions with their team during my trip. My experience exceeded my expectations!

From the beginning, what stood out most was the level of care and intentionality they bring to everything they do. The team took time to understand what I was looking for, offered thoughtful recommendations throughout my trip, and every suggestion (from accommodations to local experiences) was excellent and on point. I never felt like they were simply trying to sell a tour. Instead, they genuinely wanted me to have a meaningful experience in Colombia.

The Breaking Borders tour was unlike any city tour I've taken. Before entering the Barrio Egipto community, we met at a local artist collective where we learned about the history of the project, the community, and the purpose behind the experience. That introduction made the rest of the tour much more meaningful.

Once in the neighborhood, local community guides shared their own stories, the history of the area, and how tourism has become part of the community's ongoing, positive development. We explored incredible street art, learned about the neighborhood's challenges and resilience, and had opportunities to ask questions throughout. The bilingual support was excellent, making the experience engaging for both Spanish and English speakers.

What impressed me most was how authentic everything felt. The experience never felt staged or rushed, and it was clear that the people leading the tour genuinely cared about their community. It also gave me confidence that my travel dollars were supporting local initiatives rather than simply passing through the destination.

Beyond the tour itself, every interaction I had with the Impulse team was professional, responsive, and welcoming. They were generous with their time, excited to share their knowledge of Colombia, and passionate about creating tourism experiences that benefit local communities.

Overall, I would absolutely book with Impulse Travel again and would confidently recommend them to anyone looking for stand-out travel experiences in Colombia. If you're looking for experiences that go beyond the typical tourist attractions while still being exceptionally well organized, they're an outstanding choice.

Fue una experiencia muy enriquecedora, llenas de experiencias con intención de mucho valor , además con personas que aman su trabajo lleno de cultura , tradiciones e historia muy bien plasmado.
Y las atenciones de parte de guías, choferes, recepcionistas, gerentes etc muy amables un viaje para recomendar a los clientes sin duda recomendaría a Impulse como dmc

Recién he regresado de un excelente viaje de 7 días por el eje cafetero, de la mano y guia de Rodrigo Atuesta CEO & Co - owner de IMPULSE TRAVEL.
Este viaje supero mis expectativas, el destino espectacular, las propiedades donde nos hospedaron,su gente, el orgullo con el que hablan de su país,la vocación de servicio, los guias y dedicación que nos brindaron fue de primer nivel.
Gracias a IMPULSE TRAVEL Y PROCOLOMBIA, por esta gran experiencia que ha enriquecido mi vida personal y profesional, un destino y un excelente DMC que estaré recomendando por siempre.

David Alvarez De Paz
Virtuoso Senior Travel Advisor.

I just came back from a tour of the coffee lands of Colombia organized by Impulse Travel and lead by Rodrigo Atueste, CIO and Co-owner.
Traveling with them was an absolute dream. From start to finish, the logistics were flawless, perfectly coordinated, and executed with a deep commitment to sustainability. They didn't just show us the breathtaking beauty of the Colombian landscapes and coffee lands; they helped us discover it from a completely genuine and respectful perspective. The places he took us to, were unique. Accommodation was outstanding, exclusive and breathtaking. But the true "maximum luxury" of this trip wasn’t found in thread counts or fancy amenities, but in the people we met.The company connected us with local changemakers—individuals who, through their daily work and passion, are actively transforming their communities and the Colombian landscape. It was an inspiring, authentic, and eye-opening experience. Highly recommended for mindful travelers looking to connect deeply with the heart of this beautiful country.
Thank you Impulse Travel and thank you Rodrigo for reshaping my idea of luxury travel.
Monica Remes
Senior Travel Advisor
Vilu Travel Designers
Mexico

I met Impulse Travel and Rodrigo through ProColombia Mexico, who invited us to participate in a fam trip through the Coffee Cultural Landscape.
It was an intense 7 days, packed with so much knowledge and filled with experiential and sensory activities, all beautifully selected and of the highest quality.
In everything they prepare, you can truly feel their pride and love for their roots, their land, and their culture. Everything provided to us was of top-notch quality... accommodation, transportation services, drivers, guides, tours, and food... Excellent service all around!!
Keep it up, you have a great project!!!

Lourdes Santana
Austral - Mexico

Working with Impulse Travel was truly an exceptional experience from beginning to end. As a travel organizer planning my first group trip, having a reliable and detail-oriented partner was incredibly important, and they exceeded every expectation.
Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. They took the time to understand my vision and helped bring every idea to life with care and precision. From transfers to tours, restaurants, and overall logistics, every recommendation was thoughtfully chosen and perfectly executed.
What impressed me most was how supported I felt throughout the entire planning process. No question or request was ever too small, and they were always available, patient, and proactive. Their team handled every detail with such dedication that it allowed me to focus on my clients and enjoy the experience with confidence.
Most importantly, everyone in my group was extremely happy. The accommodations, experiences, dining selections, and overall organization were beyond what we expected. The positive feedback I received from my travelers speaks volumes about the quality of their work.
I am genuinely grateful for their partnership and support in helping make my first group trip such a success. I highly recommend them to any travel advisor, organizer, or company looking for a dependable, knowledgeable, and truly outstanding partner.

I met Juliana at a conference a couple of years ago, and we continued our conversation about Colombia via Zoom. I finally got the opportunity to visit this magnificent country because of her. Her extensive knowledge about the country is incredible. She took us on a fabulous journey through Medellín, Cartagena, and Bogotá, learning about their culture, food, and history. There is so much to see and do that I left wanting more. Her company, Impulse Travel, carefully planned our journey with meticulous care and attention to detail. From the hotels we stayed at to the knowledgeable guides who told stories about the cities we visited. At the end of our trip, her company provided us with a certificate of completion for in-destination training as experts in Colombia. I cannot wait to send my clients to Colombia with Impulse Travel.
Sheyla Adventure Travel, LLC

Impulse Travel guides, who are each local “Changemakers,” are exceptional.

This is the second time I have collaborated with Impulse Travel. The first was a program I organized for clients, and this time a familiarization trip to learn more about the destination.

Having created trips in dozens of countries, I can honestly say that the entrepreneurs they partner with are some of the best guides I have ever encountered.

The owners both come from guiding backgrounds. This is very important because they understand the diversity and opportunities the country offers like only a guide can. They have personally visited each of the areas where they create programs. They have hiked, kayaked, biked, and explored all corners of Colombia.

If you want to truly experience Colombia with a company that is connected, well-respected, and cares about both clients and locals, look no further than Impulse Travel!

Impulse Travel the founder and owner Juliana Medina just hosted us along with proColombia a pre tour for six days to the most fascinating, informative and educational trip to Colombia. My perception for Colombia completely changed 180 degree having visited the three great cities of Medellin / Cartegna & Bogota . Very impressive cities offering so much variety and diversity that not many countries can offer. The hospitality / the warmth the gastronomy and fine dining to nice accommodations to fit all budget types from Luxury five star hotels to 2/3 stars hotels . Excellent locations and well kept properties . From the beaches to the hills and safaris and trails and the amazing Amazon experience are just a few of the highlights the Country has to offer . Further there is no better way to plan and book your vacation with the best and the finest professional tour guides and tour leaders of Impluse Travel . They are the best and the finest and most professional in planning you a trip to remember with the smallest details and professionalism at a very reasonable pricing structure and you can be rest assured you get what you pay for and they make 100% sure it’s done right . I would strongly and with utmost confidence recommend you book your next vacation to Colombia with the leaders Impluse Travel and enjoy a relaxed and trouble free vacation with them. They will do it right from the beginning to the end and it will be an experience of a life time . Viva Colombia and Go The Impluse Travel way where you are treated like a family not just a business. Keep up the excellent work and lots of success .

There are no words to explain how great it was to work with Impulse. Juliana is the most professional and responsive partner and the trip was so beautifully executed. The guide was loved by all and everyone felt they had a really authentic experience in Colombia. I can't recommend them enough.

Excellent service and response by Impulse team. We met Juliana (co-founder) last year and had an opportunity to work with her for a client who was looking for a short trip to Cartagena. They had an excellent time and even when they faced return flight delays Impulse quickly set them up at hotels, arranged an extra day of guiding etc. The guests felt they were in good hands. This is a beginning of a positive partnership between Immersion Journeys and Impulse.
Rumit Mehta, Founder, Immersion Journeys, New York City, NY

I’m a university professor, and Impulse Travel did an outstanding job facilitating our reporting expedition in Colombia. This was our second trip with them (our first focused on music; this one explored the Colombian coffee trade), and once again their planning, logistics, and on-the-ground support were excellent.

Our guides, Carolina and Simon, were exceptional — knowledgeable, calm under pressure, highly organized, and genuinely invested in our students’ learning and safety. They helped us access meaningful interviews and locations while keeping the experience smooth, flexible, and culturally respectful.

Impulse Travel created a magical personalized experience for my 13 day trip to Colombia and they kept it within my budget! I covered 3 cities over 12 nights and saw a little of everything that I was interested in, from a flower farm, to a coffee farm, to the nightlife, plenty of community markets, a beach day and rum tasting!!

Also, we were able to visit some of the underserved areas in the bigger cities and witness their remarkable transformation forward, leaving the drug culture and violence of the past behind.

All of their guides and drivers were safe and kind and always accommodating for snacks, bathroom breaks and questions.

The price was right for my budget and that was not a high end budget. The team made my trip a complete success!

We started working with Impulse during the last year. Juliana and Rodrigo are great people to work with and their passion has been clearly conveyed to all the team. They really know their destination, its unique experiences and go above and beyond in our travelers needs and requests. We look forward to a continuos partnership!

Impulse Travel is a very knowledgeable and impactful company based in Cartagena. We saw so much and learned a great deal about beautiful Colombia. If you’re coming to Colombia they are the ones to book with.

AAAAAAHHHHHmazing trip host, Juliana! I would not have changed a thing. The passion that each tour guide had for the country they live in showed in the way they spoke about it. We even shed some tears together in Communa 13. I plan to go back and use the same host.

My travel agency has worked with Impulse Travel twice. Once on a personalized, inspired itinerary for a small group of private clients outside of Medellín, Colombia and and as their guest on a travel agent familiarization trip for accessible travel. The team was eager and attentive to make it a worthwhile, practical and a mutual learning experience. We only had 5 days to explore the Coffee Region and Medellín so the agenda was full, varied, impressive and unique. I particularly appreciated the boutique fincas and haciendas, the chocolate experience and chef experiences. I'm grateful to have a partner in Colombia that is flexible, works with small groups, and seeks original experiences that highlight the best of Colombia. I look forward to continuing to work with Impulse for my clients.

I had an exceptional experience with Impulse Travel that was frankly above and beyond what I expected. They are passionate about the experiences they create and genuinely great people. Looking forward to a long and prosperous partnership!

Working with Impulse Travel is not just a professional collaboration — it’s a meeting of minds, values, and vision. From the very first itinerary we designed together, it was clear we were speaking the same language: one rooted in purpose-driven travel, deep cultural connection, and uncompromising attention to detail.

Impulse isn’t simply a DMC. They are true travel designers — curious, creative, and endlessly dedicated to crafting experiences that are as meaningful as they are memorable. Their approach is never generic. Each journey feels like a custom composition, designed with heart and handled with care.

There is a rare and wonderful synergy between our teams. We share a mission: to transform travel into something more intentional, more human. And with Impulse, we’ve found partners who not only share this philosophy, but live it every day — with integrity, passion, and a contagious sense of purpose.

We couldn’t imagine a better ally in Colombia!

Impulse Travel - Colombia
Impulse Travel, and specifically Felipe Cadena, organized a three-week trip for me and my 82-year-old mother through Colombia. What a great job!
- he answered dozens of questions very promptly and patiently.
- gave suggestions on the itinerary based on our specific needs and abilities (greatly appreciated!).
- arranged all the details in this long and complicated itinerary.
- stayed in touch throughout the whole trip allowing and taking care of a couple of small adjustments.
What we found particularly IMPRESSIVE and UNIQUE was:
- Felipe's engagement of LOCAL people and his effort to have us interact and learn about local/indigenous people, history and culture of each area we visited.
- we actually got a cost listing for our trip!!! Now, that makes you feel full transparency and honesty on the part of the company and that endears them to you, for sure. We were well taken care of, felt safe, treated individually, and all our guides/drivers/translators were very considerate, punctual and cordial. Five stars for Felipe and his team. Thank you from Joanna and Marta