Do you know Colombia?

Chakay is the bridge, dare to cross it!

Live a new experience

where horizons widen

magic places

in a magnificent nature

another way to relate to the world

do you know the coco loco?

the best coffee in your life…

truth in a smile

taste exotic flavors from the Tropics

you will know a people through their gastronomy

and why not a sunset in Amazonia

Or simply have a rest

Chakay the disorganiser for your trip

Welcome to Colombia !

For those who feel like it, it is now possible to discover a land of geographical and cultural contrast, a nature untouched, warm and peaceful people. All ingredients to create an exceptional journey for the visitor throughout this beautiful Latin American country.

« Chakay Turismo » welcome you to Cali and can advise you of all the places to visit, their people can give you a list of all the activities you can do there, and on your request, they will happily take you on a tour that will have been determined together following your desires, your curiosity and your budget.

When you choose a tour, you should be aware that each one is unique, and each day requires a specific logistic that focuses on originality and the unforeseen, and it must consider the local calendar.

Our tours in Columbia are a summary of the most beautiful days our clients or we experienced the private way. We focus essentially on the group spirit, the encounter with local people and friendliness. We created tours and we stay with you to experience it together.

If you choose de go further, to stay longer on site, to discover the country on your own, we offer a choice of hotels, services and activities to extend your pleasure.

Chakay Turismo

« Chakay Turismo » was born throughout the different travels (Touristic and professional) that we had in Colombia since 1993 and throughout meeting the Colombian people. to share our knowledge of an enchanting country, guided by 4 passionate people fond of travels, cooking and nature.

If you’re looking for a different experience you want to be the center of, If you like to observe and travel to discover and meet people, If sport is not an issue, and you have always dreamt of adventure, Chakay Turismo offers to discover Columbia.

You will love the capital, El Eje Cafetero, El Valle de Cauca. You will enjoy taking time to discover and stay in places of your choice. You will dance the Tango in Manizales, the Salsa in Cali, discover the Pacific Ocean untouched by man, recharge your energy in Amazonia, walk through the desert of Tatacoa or of the Guajira, contemplate magnificent landscapes, the various wildlife and flora of los llanos Orientals. You will visit Cartagena, its castle, its old town and the Rosario islands. You will discover the Andean villages of Boyacá and Santander, relax in the national park of Tayrona, discover the pre-Columbian culture of San Augustin and Tierradentro, leave Popayan, known as the white city, and ascend the Purace volcano (4650M) … all these stages are in your reach to make adventure and imposing landscapes rhyme.
Besides discovery of the various parts of Columbia, we can also make plans according to your wishes, budget and physical condition:

• Scuba diving, lessons and PADI certificate
For more experienced people, we can also organize outings on the Island of Gorgona and/or Malpelo on the pacific coast, or San       Andres Island and/or Providencia on the Caribbean coast.
• 3 to 5 days horseback treks in the region of Antioquia, on mountainous paths
• Mountain bike or road bike rides (To visit the city of Cali … from one day to one week in different regions) depending on your level.
• Each of the routes varies according to the number of days you’re planning to travel, depending on the regions you choose to visit or on   your priorities (Landscape, culture, activity…)
• It is also possible to mix different routes that represent only a part of the many treasures Columbia offers.
• On receipt of your request, we will fine-tune together your project and we will send you a personalized offer.

It is :

• Inspiration
• Warm welcome
• Guidance
• Accompanying
• Organizing your stay before or after your arrival
• Encouraging the exchange with Colombian people
• Enjoying La Waira « Refuge of the soul », 2 hectares of Tropical Rainforest

« Chakay turismo » has been created to share our knowledge of Colombia. We are four people, absolutely passionate with travelling, cooking and nature, and we wish to welcome those who are eager to discover this charming country.

Building tourism on exchange and understanding between people increases development and fulfillment and helps to maintain cultural features. This resumes the spirit of « Chakay Turismo », who is right there to listen to all your wishes the rhythm you feel like giving to your visit in Colombia.

Chakay and Waira in Quechua language means “build a bridge” and “Blowing wind”
Quechua language or Quichua is a family of languages spoken in Peru where it is an official language since 1975, as well as in other Andean regions ranging from the south of Columbia to the North West of Argentina.

Colombian regions include : in the North, the Caribbean Sea, then down through exotic places in the Colombian Andes, and all the way to the depths of Amazonia in the South.

Colombia is geographically priviledged, right on the Equator, it is surrounded by two oceans, and so becomes a natural paradise.
If you want to discover the Caribbean, go to Cuba or the Dominican Republic
If you want to discover the Pacific, go to Chili
If you want to discover the Andes, go to Ecuador or Bolivia
If you want to discover the Amazon, go to Brazil
If you want to discover the pre-Columbian civilisations, go to Mexico or Peru
But if you want to discover all of these wonders in one … Go to Colombia ¡

Chakay Gallery

Dreamlike destination and landscapes, Columbia will make you discover out-of-the-way places, monuments and museums you cannot miss. Here is a selection of pictures of our favorite explorations…

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1. Because you can say « phenomenal » « incredible » « mythical » « wow » in the same sentence

2. Because each breakfast becomes succulent

3. Because it is not your boss who will make you have a great day

4. Because « Colombia te cambia »

5. Because one says Colombia and not Columbia

6. Because your hosts know how to cure your hangover

7. Because in Cali, you can eat traditional meals from the Paisa or the West Coast

8. Because to do nothing is also travelling

9. Because one does Tourism without looking for it

10. Because one needs a good reason to get up while on holidays

11. Because we can have a family day even it is not Sunday

12. Because we are allowed to spend a whole day laughing

13. Because it is great to know that Bogota is the capital of Colombia

14. Because you do not know where to go

15. Because it is a starting point to other travels

16. Because we do not dance Salsa in Tibet

17. Because meditation is not as easy in Ibiza

18. Because we tested it for you

19. Because we can also make coktails with Aguardiente

20. Because you are a student and you need to finish you Thesis or your Memoirs in serenity

21. Because Colombia is not only coffee and flowers

22. Because you can drink a different fresh fruit juice every day

23. Because to travel is to live

24. Because you have not been everywhere yet and Colombia is on your list

25. Because you will live a different experience

26. Because you going to understand

27. Because you have always been dreaming to be an adventurer

28. Because, as T. Wheeler says «What you need to do is to decide to go. Then the most difficult thing is done »

29. Because you are going to give us more reasons to go on…

Colombian regions include : in the North, the Caribbean Sea, then down through exotic places in the Colombian Andes, and all the way to the depths of Amazonia in the South.

Colombia is geographically priviledged, right on the Equator, it is surrounded by two oceans, and so becomes a natural paradise.
If you want to discover the Caribbean, go to Cuba or the Dominican Republic
If you want to discover the Pacific, go to Chili
If you want to discover the Andes, go to Ecuador or Bolivia
If you want to discover the Amazon, go to Brazil
If you want to discover the pre-Columbian civilisations, go to Mexico or Peru
But if you want to discover all of these wonders in one … Go to Colombia ¡

Contact Us

Dir: Km 12, casa 15, Vía Altos del Rosario La Buitrera, Cali Valle del Cauca, Colombia Teléfono móvil: + 57 3154008533 Email: contacto@chakayturismo.com

Didier Charmelot
Móvil: + 57 3154008533
dcharmelot@yahoo.fr

Crisitina Gómez
Móvil: +57 3022104732
mcristinagomez@yahoo.fr