Very nice tour and Jaime was knowledgeable and a very good guide overall. Don’t hesitate to book this tour. We learned a lot about the city and its history.
Private tour in Medellin 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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This comprehensive tour allows you to immerse yourself in Medellín's culture, exploring its history and unique characteristics—including its flavors—with a visit to a local market to taste tropical fruits you may have never seen before. This tour is uniquely designed to give you a premiun experience and 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. It includes private transportation in a luxury minivan, bottles of water, insurance and cablecars tickets.
Very nice tour and Jaime was knowledgeable and a very good guide overall. Don’t hesitate to book this tour. We learned a lot about the city and its history.
Jaime provides a fascinating and insider's tour of a city he clearly knows and loves well. Uses photos on an iPad to enhance your understanding and mixes transportation modes, including public transport, that augments your appreciation of the transformation Medellín has experienced. Jaime is very flexible and friendly and will modify the tour to your interests and desires. Highly recommended guide!
J’aime is the best tour guide I have ever had, and I have travelled widely. He brought Medellin’s history to life with his informed and graphic stories, made all the more meaningful because he had lived through the terrible violence of the cartel era and the urban warfare, both as a child and as a young adult. Jaime also explained and showed us the miraculous way that Medellin has rebuilt and transformed itself. We loved seeing the youthful energy, the creativity and the joy everywhere. It was a moving and educational experience. Thank you, Jaime!
JAINE IS THE bEST TOURGUIDE I HAVE EVER HAD. kNOWLEDGEAABLE, EASY GOING, KIN, ON TIME - JUST PERFECT. THANKS JAINE
Jaime gave us a wonderful over view of Medellin as he lived through the turbulent times of the city. He was well versed on the important history and presented it in a clear concise fashion. His English was very good and we had no trouble understanding him. His vehicle was very roomy and comfortable. A top rated tour!
Jaime's extensive knowledge of the city he grew up in translates into a unique, up close encounter with the city of Medellin in a way my family and I will not soon forget. From start to finish, he explained the rich history of Medellin from a historical and personal perspective while ensuring the comfort of our group members throughout the day. His professionalism and attention to detail truly make him stand out as a educator and guide, and a tour with Jaime ensures you leave Medellin with a better appreciation of the city's history, food, and people.
*Pick-up from your accommodation at a time of your choice. *Food Market: Choose the fruits you would like to try at an outdoor mini-picnic, accompanied by explanations about them. *Inflection Memorial Park: A site that 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: The neighborhood that best showcase Medellín's transformation, full of surprises—such as street art, food, great coffee, viewpoints, and highly innovative public transport. *Return to your accommodation or preferred drop-off point. The itinerary is flexible, so we can make adjustments if you are interested in art or earlier history. I am happy to tailor the day to your interests and preferences.
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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.
Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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