Orinoquía, Colombia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Orinoquía, Colombia? If you're planning to go to Orinoquía, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Orinoquía
- Important essentials for Orinoquía
- Activities for Orinoquía
- Orinoquía in January: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in February: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in March: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in April: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in May: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in June: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in July: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in August: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in September: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in October: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in November: weather and what to pack
- Orinoquía in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Orinoquía, Colombia
Based on the climate and weather in Orinoquía, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Orinoquía, Colombia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Orinoquía, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a good one.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one works in most places, but check with your hotel.
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Airplane or car necessities
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
For families with young children
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Orinoquía. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
What to wear/what to pack for Orinoquía, Colombia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you are traveling to Orinoquía in January, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
February
Traveling to Orinoquía in February, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Skirts
March
March in Orinoquía can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Skirts
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Sunglasses
April
If you go to Orinoquía in April, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Skirts
Sunglasses
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Waterproof sandals
May
If you are traveling to Orinoquía in May, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
June
June for Orinoquía is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Bug repellent
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Sunglasses
July
July is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
August
August in this region is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunglasses
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
September
If you are traveling to Orinoquía in September, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Skirts
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
October
October in Orinoquía is hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
November
If you are traveling to Orinoquía in November, you will notice that it can be very hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Skirts
December
December in Orinoquía can be very hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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