Private Tour Guides and Drivers in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia

Thanks to increased security, the tourism industry in Cartagena has been booming the past few years, and continues to grow at a rapid clip. One downside to the Caribbean city's sudden good fortune is that there's a limited infrastructure for reliable, English speaking guides, interpreters, tour outfitters and private car and van services. We asked Janelys Sepúlveda Caicedo, a top concierge at the Hotel Sofitel Santa Clara and member of the prestigious Les Clefs d'Or, to open up her Rolodex and share her vetted recommendations. (Gracias Janelys!) My tip is to book these folks well in advance, as their skills are in short supply and the demand is great ...

Private Tour Guide:  Marelvy Peña-Hall

Often hired by Santa Clara guests, the smart and friendly Marlevy speaks English and French, and can take you on walking tours, shopping rounds, sporting day trips, and just about any other local diversion. 

Office: +57 5 666 3991 | Mobile: +57 315 760 5034 | E-mail: marepenahall@hotmail.com

Private Tour Guide: Dora de Zubiria

Not content to be a mere tour guide, Dora also dabbles in real estate advice, luxury apartment rentals, overnight trips to the islands, limousine services, boat charters and more. You name it, she either does it or will find someone who can. No wonder she was voted "Tour Guide of the Year" by clients of Princess Cruises.

Office: +57 300 808 9525; +1 305 420 6176 from US | E-mail: dora@cartagenatour.com| Website: cartagenatour.com

Private Cars, Limos and Van Services: Luis Caraballo at Turismo VIP

For airport transfers and any other transportation needs, Janelys says to book a private driver through Luis Caraballo. 

Mobile: +57 315 741 5097