Pico Cristobal Colon

The Pico Cristobal Colon, at a height of 18,950 feet, is Colombia's highest summit. In 1939, W. Wood, A. Bakerwell, and E. Praolini were the first to climb this peak, which is part of the enormous Sierra Nevada of the Santa Marta range. The next highest mountain in the region is Cayambe, a volcano located 1,288 kilometers (800 miles) from Pico Cristóbal Colón's base. This summit, as well as the adjacent mountains, has a constant snowcap. Along with Pico Simón Bolvar, it is part of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta range.

Pico Cristobal Colon is located about ten miles to the west of Sierra Nevada National Park. Although the mountains are over 90 miles east of Cartagena, the region is mountainous and underdeveloped, making the Nevada Mountains difficult to reach. Most tourists prefer the panoramic views of the mountains from the coasts.

Location: Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
Height: 5,775 meters (18,950 feet)
Range: Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta