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Turbo
Use Turbo only as a boat hub to Capurganá; stay 1 night if you need the boat, otherwise skip.
Turbo is a small port town on the Pacific coast of Antioquia. Its main draw is the boat connection to Capurganá (and onward to Panama). The town itself has a modest plaza, a short beach and basic accommodation, so a single night is enough for the transit purpose.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- COP
- Best months
- Dec–Apr (dry season on the Pacific coast)
- avoid May–Nov (heavy rain, river flooding)
- Airport
- APO
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Colombia ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Migración Colombia or a Colombian consulate; some travellers must complete an online migration form before arrival.
- Colombia ↗Security advice lists specific departments and border areas: check your own government's advice for every place on your route, including coastal roads.
- Colombia ↗Never accept drinks, food or cigarettes from strangers, and be careful with people met on dating apps: drugging (including with scopolamine) followed by robbery is a known risk.
- Colombia ↗Fill in Check-MIG only on the official Migración Colombia site; it is free, and lookalike sites charge a fee.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Turbo123 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Turbo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Colombian peso (COP, $).Colombia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckClaro (best coverage), Movistar and Tigo SIMs in malls and at airports; passport required and IMEI registration may apply for longer stays — check.Colombia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Bogotá and Medellín; drink bottled on the coast and in rural areas.Colombia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% propina voluntaria offered on the bill.Colombia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Colombia-wide
- SafetyTurbo is generally safe for day visitors; stay in well‑lit areas, keep belongings close on the boat dock and avoid swimming near the polluted water.
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- RestroomsPut paper in the bin in most places; bring tissues for bus stations.Colombia-wide
- Emergency numbers123 police, ambulance, fire · 123 National emergency (all services) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close Mondays; Monday holidays (puentes) move almost half of public holidays.Colombia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportAPO Antonio Roldán Betancourt Airport (Near Apartadó, about 70 km (43 mi) inland; limited flights.).APO Antonio Roldán Betancourt Airport (Near Apartadó, about 43 mi (70 km) inland; limited flights.).
- Getting aroundWalk the compact centre, or take a short taxi or motorcycle ride.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- APO Antonio Roldán Betancourt Airport (Near Apartadó, about 70 km (43 mi) inland; limited flights.)APO Antonio Roldán Betancourt Airport (Near Apartadó, about 43 mi (70 km) inland; limited flights.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jun
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Dec–Apr. Avoid: May–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Apr (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Turbo: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
May
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Jun
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the compact centre, or take a short taxi or motorcycle ride. A local bus runs to the beach.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Capurganá
goDoor to door: ≈3 h total
Boat from Turbo dock, 3 h, COP 55,000
Main reason to be in Turbo; book the boat a day ahead.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Residencia Marcela
Simple rooms from COP 7,000; near main plaza.
Hotel 2000
Clean rooms from COP 40,000 (single) to COP 90,000 (double, air‑con).
Hotel Playa Mar
Beachfront rooms from COP 40,000.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- COP 7,000–12,000 excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- COP 12,000–20,000 excl. bed (check)
- High
- COP 20,000+ excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Boat to Capurganá (one way)Check for luggage surcharge. | COP 55,000 |
| Coffee at a local café | COP 2,000–3,000 |
| Taxi within town (5 km) | COP 5,000–7,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road to Medellín is poor and prone to landslides; bus trips can be delayed.
- Boat rides are rough, may get wet, and luggage fees apply.
- Water around the docks is polluted; avoid swimming.
Emergency numbers
- Police, ambulance, fire
- 123
- National emergency (all services)
- 123
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police, ambulance, fire123
Embassy
US consulate in Medellín; Colombian emergency number 123.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Turbo dock → Capurganá boat: about COP 55,000, 3 h (check)
- Bus Medellín → Turbo: about COP 55,000, 8 h (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disˈkulpɛ)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (kwanˈto ˈkwesta)
- ¿Dónde está el muelle? — Where is the boat dock? (ˈdonde esˈta el ˈmweʎe)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Turbo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Apr (dry season on the Pacific coast) · avoid May–Nov (heavy rain, river flooding) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialWikidata – Turbo
- secondaryWikivoyage: Turbo, revision 5256288 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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