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Cali

Flights to Cali

Cali, the capital of Valle del Cauca, is known worldwide as the Salsa Capital, a title that reflects its joyful spirit and passion for music. This vibrant city offers a unique blend of culture, history, and nature that captivates every visitor. Its streets are filled with rhythm, with dance schools and nightclubs where salsa is a constant presence, day and night. Cali also surprises visitors with its colonial architecture, natural parks, and viewpoints that offer spectacular vistas of the valley. The local cuisine, with delicacies like pandebono, sancocho valluno, and champús, completes the experience. Cali is the ideal destination for those seeking authenticity, flavor, and fun in the heart of Colombia.

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What to do in Cali

Plans in Cali
  • Dance Salsa: Visit traditional salsa clubs like Zaperoco, La Topa Tolondra, or Tin Tin Deo. You can even take classes to learn the local salsa style, known as salsa caleña, and immerse yourself in the rhythm of the city.
  • San Antonio Neighborhood: Stroll along its cobbled streets, enjoy its colonial architecture, artisan shops, cafés, and panoramic views from the church that sits atop the hill.
  • Cristo Rey and Cerro de las Tres Cruces: Natural viewpoints offering spectacular views of the city. Perfect spots for hiking or outdoor activities.
  • Bulevar del Río: A pedestrian area along the Cali River with restaurants, bars, street art, and a relaxed, modern vibe.
  • Museums: Don't miss La Tertulia Museum (modern art), the Calima Gold Museum (pre-Columbian culture), and the Cali Cultural Center.
  • Cali Zoo: Renowned for its focus on conservation and educational experiences ideal for the whole family.
  • Pance River: A perfect place to enjoy nature, swim in crystal-clear waters, and try local dishes in countryside restaurants.
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Flavors of Cali

  • Cholado: A refreshing and colorful drink that combines shaved ice with a variety of fresh fruits such as pineapple, mango, strawberry, and banana, drizzled with sweet syrup and topped with condensed milk. It's perfect for hot days and is considered a culinary icon of the Valle del Cauca region.
  • Aborrajado: A traditional drink made with lulo, a tropical fruit with a tangy and refreshing taste. It's prepared with lulo juice, lime, sugar, and plenty of ice, ideal to accompany any typical Valle del Cauca meal.
  • Lulada: A traditional broth made with chicken, yuca, plantain, and other vegetables.
  • Chuleta Valluna: An emblematic dish of the region, made with marinated and breaded pork loin, then fried until crispy. It's served with rice, potatoes, salad, and sometimes fried plantain slices, offering a complete Valle del Cauca flavor experience.
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Festivities and traditions

  • Cali Exposhow: One of Colombia's most important fairs, renowned for its focus on fashion, beauty, and health. This event brings together national and international designers, offering spectacular runway shows, trade exhibitions, and conferences on trends. It also includes concerts and activities for the whole family, making it a space where innovation and style meet Cali's culture.
  • World Salsa Festival: An annual event that positions Cali as the World Capital of Salsa. For several days, the city vibrates to the rhythm of internationally acclaimed orchestras, dancers, and choreographers. Competitions, workshops, and performances showcase the passion for this musical genre, attracting tourists and experts from around the world. It's the perfect opportunity to learn, enjoy, and experience salsa at its finest.
  • Cali Fair: The city's biggest and most anticipated celebration, held at the end of December. For five days, the streets are filled with music, dance, parades, and shows like the Salsódromo, where hundreds of dancers parade through the city showcasing their talent. Concerts, horseback riding, and culinary events that reflect the joy and traditions of Cali are also held.
  • Petronio Álvarez Festival: A window showcasing the rich Afro-Colombian cultural heritage of the Pacific coast to the world. This festival brings together traditional music like the currulao, typical cuisine, crafts, and ancestral knowledge. It's a space to celebrate identity and diversity, where visitors can enjoy artistic performances, sample unique dishes, and learn the history behind each tradition.
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Flights to Cali from El Charco

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El Charco Airport (ECR) (El Charco)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Florencia

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Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes National Airport (FLA) (Florencia)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Guapi

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Juan Casiano Airport (GPI) (Guapi)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Ipiales

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San Luis Airfield (IPI) (Ipiales)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Nuquí

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Reyes Murillo Airport (NQU) (Nuquí)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Pitalito

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Contador Airport (PTX) (Pitalito)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Puerto Asís

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Tres de Mayo Airport (PUU) (Puerto Asís)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Tumaco

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La Florida Airport (TCO) (Tumaco)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Bahía Solano

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José Celestino Mutis Airport (BSC) (Bahía Solano)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Condoto

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Mandinga Airport (COG) (Condoto)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Neiva

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Benito Salas Vargas Airport (NVA) (Neiva)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Pitalito

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Contador Airport (PTX) (Pitalito)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

Flights to Cali from Timbiquí

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Timbiquí Airport (TBD) (Timbiquí)

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Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) (Cali)

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