Private tour in Medellin Jaime R

Medellin Sightseeing Premiun Experience

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Jaime R.

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Born and raised in Medellin, Colombia and totally in love with my country. I feel very fortunate for being able to become a tour guide 9 years ago and making it my full time job, as during my childhood and teenage it was imposible to even think about it, due to the violence we lived in Colombia that made tourism a non existing activity. We had 2 different armed conflicts, one related to the drug cartels and the other related to guerrillas and paramilitaries groups, but then, this country lived an unbelieveble transformation that coverted it into a tourist destination. These are topics covered during my tours, passing through all the bad times and now enjoying the good ones. Talking about my professional life, I used to be a TV producer and worked in media for more than 15 years, untill 2015 that I decided to do a trip by motorcycle around Colombia. It was the first time we could do something like that due to the peace treaty that the goverment did with the armed groups that made the violence decrease gradually. I planned a 2 weeks trip by some regions of Colombia and it ended up being a 3 months trip by the entire country, because I was so amazed with the beauty of this land that I couldn’t stop exploring it. I discovered how gorgeous and interesting Colombia is, with its mountains, rivers, jungle, beaches, wondeful people… That made me think about dedicating my time to show this wonders to other people and that’s when I decided to ge tinto tourism. I worked in a hotel for 1 year and studied for 2 years to get my certification of professional tour guide. In 2018 I opened my own tour agency and since then I’ve been traveling in Colombia accompanied by nice people who come for all over the world. So far, I’ve made around 2,000 tours for people from 73 different nationalities. I lived in Sydney, Australia between 2009 and 2010. This experience allowed me to learn English language and gave me the capacity to understand different cultures, which have been truly useful for my job. If you’re planning to come to Colombia, it’d be a real pleasure to tour with you. Certifications: *Tour Guide Professional Card # 4479 This is a certification granted to trained tour guides in Colombia that allows to do tours in the nationwide. *RNT (Registro Nacional de Turismo) # 57804 The National Tourism Register is the license for tour operators in Colombia. That makes my services legal and allows my car to transport tourist. *English Language (Advanced Level) Certification Granted by Access Language Centre (Sydney, Australia) *Driving License Category C1 No Restrictions

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Overview of your Medellin tour

Join me in my luxury minivan to discover the history, culture, and secrets of this vibrant city. This tour is uniquely designed to give you a true understanding of Medellín’s violent past, as well as the transformation that turned it into an innovative city capable of attracting visitors from all over the world. At various stops, you will learn the real story of the Medellín Cartel—led by Pablo Escobar—and the details of the armed conflict that gripped the city, involving guerrilla and paramilitary groups. You will then be amazed by the street art, the innovative public transport system, and other surprises that are part of this incredible transformation. The itinerary is flexible, so we can make adjustments if you are interested in art or earlier history, including sites such as Plaza Botero, the Museum of Antioquia, or the National Palace. I am happy to tailor the day to your interests and preferences.

Recent Reviews

John S.United States
August 2026

Jaime was an outstanding guide! His 6-hour tour provided me with a personalized, fascinating, and highly engaging introduction to Medellín - its history, culture, various neighborhoods, and, most notably, its remarkable transformation. Highly knowledgeable, personable, and passionate about his city, he made the tour feel informative and personal. Highly recommended.

Jonathan G.United States
June 2026

Jaime was an excellent tour guide. His English was exceptional, he has a fantastic grasp of Colombian history and culture, and he was flexible to our needs. I have done over a dozen TourbyLocals tours, and I would consider Jaime at the top of the pack. As a bonus, his car is very luxurious and comfortable (great for a full day or longer drive tour).

Ebrahim B.United States
June 2026

Jaime is an exceptional tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and friendly and very easy to talk with. He is also kind and a joy to be with. Do yourself a favor and reach out to him. He is a great ambassador for Medellin and Colombia.

James K.United States
March 2026

Our tour with Jaime was truly outstanding!! He weaved the history of the people and what is important to them with his honest personal experience growing up in Comunidad 13. You could tell that he cares deeply about the city and is proud of the transformation it has made over recent years. The tour was a real adventure and meaningful experience. We were so impressed by how much we saw and learned!!

Sonny K.United States
January 2026

Jaime was an excellent guide ... He is super passionate and knowledgeable about Colombia ... he's very flexible and willing to adjust the itinerary to one's preferences ... Given that he witnessed much of the recent history in Medellin first hand, he can provide more insights and stories about the city as well

Paula K.United States
December 2025

We had a great, fun day with Jaime learning about the history of Medellín. His personal experience and his explanations with photos at the Inflexion Memorial were extremely moving. Comuna 13 was an interesting area with some special local food tastings. Don’t miss the frozen maracumango pop! Thank you Jaime for your insights, enthusiasm and warmth!

Your Medellin tour itinerary

*Pick-up from your accommodation. *Inflection Memorial Park: This site tells the story of what Medellín went through during the 1980s amidst the cartel war led by Pablo Escobar. *San Javier Viewpoint: A vantage point overlooking the area known as Comuna 13—where I grew up. There, I will share my personal experiences from the era of armed conflict. *Cable Car Ride: A scenic ride over the mountainside neighborhoods offering an incredible view of the city. *Comuna 13 Walk: A tour through the neighborhoods that best showcase Medellín's transformation. It's a truly surprising place. Alternative stops: *Plaza Botero: Unique park featuring 23 sculptures by Fernando Botero—Medellín native and Colombia's most important artist of all time. *Museum of Antioquia: The city's premier art museum. *National Palace: An architectural gem of the city, home to local art galleries and a terrace offering views of Medellín—a perfect spot to relax and have a drink. *Return to your accommodation or preferred drop-off point.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Private transport in a luxury 6-passenger minivan, equipped with air conditioning, automatic doors, a portable cooler with bottled water (included), and seats suitable for tall or large-framed passengers. It is a 2025 luxury model Hyundai Staria minivan.

What's included
Other: *Insurance *Bottles of water
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Public Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. If you want to visit Antioquia Museum, the entry fee for foreigners is COP46.000 (USD15) per person
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Meeting location

Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

You can be picked up at your accommodation or the place you prefer

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Architecture
Tour reference number
744651
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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