Top Bogotá Private Sightseeing Tours - page 9

We booked rent a friend because we wanted a more casual, personalized experience while on a short trip to Bogota. It was easy to book with Viator and we used whats app as well. We can’t say enough about our guide Andre. She was cool, kind, patient and so full of knowledge. Andre cared for our safety and comfort, she even brought a bag with hand wipes, sunscreen and a fruit knife for sharing samples at the market. Andre also shared interesting historic and economic information about Colombia. We learned a lot in informal contextual ways. We enjoyed a coffee tasting in a small cafe and her personal relationship with the barista made everything more fun. Because of her connections we could feel that the people she introduced us to wanted to share their Colombian culture and generosity. We chose to book with a car and it was helpful to explore interesting areas further from city center like an enormous fruit and flower market. Andre used her local knowledge and connections with vendors, gallery and cafes to give us a very unique Bogotanian day. We could not have replicated this day alone. We were able to specify our interest and preference for a female guide. If you do not speak Spanish fluently having a professional guide is very helpful. Encountering an English speaking cafe or shopkeeper was not as common as in more touristy locations. Andre was incredible and I’m go glad we booked with rent a friend! The driver included in the booking (Walter) was kind, friendly and very safe. We were able to leave belongings in the car, explore on foot and meet up with the driver later. I give this experience the highest possible recommendation and specifically to Andrea. We are grateful to have had this opportunity.