Party Crawl: 6 Nightclubs, DiscoTruck, AfterParty, 1h Openbar pub

Bogotá knows how to keep the night moving. This party crawl links La Candelaria drinking games with a traditional Chiva Rumbera, open-bar rum, and a run of clubs in Zona T, giving you a social night out without having to plan every stop yourself. I especially like the easy way solo visitors can meet people, and the chance to see two very different sides of Bogotá nightlife in one evening. The main catch is that the advertised price can be confusing, since the basic booking and the all-inclusive package are not the same thing.

The evening begins around 9 p.m. at HiPinto Social Experience near Chorro de Quevedo. From there, the group moves by party bus to the upscale Calle 85 area, with clubs such as Federal Rooftop, Mad Radio, Presea, El Fabuloso Rooftop, and Kyoto named as possible stops. You should expect a late night, a large group, loud music, and plenty of alcohol, not a quiet introduction to Bogotá.

The night in five quick facts

• You start in historic La Candelaria: Meet at HiPinto Social Experience, Calle 12b Bis #1-20, near Chorro de Quevedo, for drinking games and social time.
• The Chiva Rumbera is the evening’s signature ride: This Colombian disco-bus carries more than 50 people and includes an open bar of rum on the ride when purchased as part of the package.
• Zona T is the club hub: The night moves to Calle 85, also called Zona Rosa, where several major nightlife venues are located.
• The night can last until morning: The main club route runs until about 3 a.m., followed by an optional afterparty at Yakuza that can continue until 8 or 10 a.m., depending on the stated schedule.
• The all-inclusive price needs careful checking: The supplied prices range from $25 to $34 for the add-on package, while the base experience is listed separately at $5.
• The social side is the strongest feature: Host Mauricio, also called Mao HiPinto, is repeatedly praised for welcoming solo visitors and keeping the group together.

Starting with games near Chorro de Quevedo

The meeting point is HiPinto Social Experience in La Candelaria, Bogotá’s historic center. The address is Calle 12b Bis #1-20, close to Chorro de Quevedo, a useful landmark if you are finding the bar by taxi or public transport.

The opening hour is built around drinking games. Depending on the evening, you may play beer pong, flip cup, tik tak shot, rage cup, mushroom, blowing, or b*tch cup. The point is less about competition and more about giving a group of strangers an instant reason to talk.

This opening is particularly useful if you are traveling alone. Several people describe arriving without a group and quickly making friends from Colombia and other countries. Host Mao, along with Maria and the rest of the staff, receives strong praise for being involved and looking after the group.

The setting also gives the night a good beginning. La Candelaria is older, lower-rise, and more historic than the club district you visit later. You do not spend the evening sightseeing, but starting here makes the night feel more connected to Bogotá than simply meeting outside a nightclub.

The downside is simple: alcohol starts early. If you plan to last through the clubs and an afterparty, pace yourself during the games. The Chiva Rumbera includes open-bar rum, and more drinks are available at the clubs, so the first hour can set the tone for a very long night.

The Chiva Rumbera ride through Bogotá

At about 9:30 p.m., a Chiva Rumbera picks up the group. A Chiva is a traditional Colombian bus converted for partying, with music, dancing, and room for a large crowd. The vehicle can hold more than 50 people, so this is not an intimate transfer. It is a moving party.

The ride is one of the experience’s most distinctive features. You are not just being driven from one neighborhood to another. You are dancing, singing, shouting, and watching Bogotá pass by while the group gets louder and more familiar.

The package description says the Chiva includes an open bar of rum, and the broader all-inclusive option also refers to rum and vodka. The exact inclusions depend on the package you select, so check the current price and drinks before paying. One part of the information lists the Chiva alone at $20, while another lists the all-inclusive addition at $29 or $34.

The Chiva is also where the large group makes sense. A group of 50 people can feel unwieldy at a nightclub, but on the bus the crowd becomes part of the entertainment. You can dance with the people you met at HiPinto, move around, and enjoy a distinctly Colombian party format.

There is a practical point to remember: the ride is loud, crowded, and alcohol-focused. If you dislike packed vehicles or need quiet breaks, this will not be the easiest part of the night. The description also notes that drinking and dancing inside the moving vehicle is legal in Colombia, which is unusual for many visitors.

Arriving in Zona T around 10 p.m.

The Chiva normally finishes in Zona T, also known as Zona Rosa or Calle 85. This is Bogotá’s main upscale nightlife district, with high-rise buildings, restaurants, rooftop venues, and many of the city’s better-known clubs.

The group may visit venues such as Federal Rooftop, Mad Radio, Presea, El Fabuloso Rooftop, and Kyoto. The descriptions do not promise that every named club will be visited on every night, so treat the list as an indication of the type of places included rather than a fixed guarantee.

That flexibility can work in your favor. The group gets a ready-made route through a busy nightlife district, and you do not have to compare cover charges or figure out which door to enter next. It also means you should confirm the night’s exact schedule with the host if a particular club matters to you.

Federal Rooftop is listed as a usual stop and may be the first club after the bus. Rooftop venues can provide a change from the packed bus, with more room to look around and take in the surrounding city. The entrance fee is normally separate unless you select the package covering club admissions.

The club portion is less a guided tour in the traditional sense and more a managed night out. The host and group help you move between venues, but you should not expect a detailed explanation of Bogotá’s music scene or a formal club-by-club presentation.

What the club route offers, and what it does not

The appeal is variety. You may move from a rooftop setting to a nightclub, then to another venue with a different mood and music selection. The tour name refers to six nightclubs, but the supplied schedule names several possible venues rather than laying out a guaranteed six-club sequence.

That matters when you decide how much to pay in advance. If your priority is visiting one specific venue, buying the complete package may offer less certainty than paying at the door. If your priority is meeting people and having a ready-made night, the package is more useful.

The cover charges are listed at about $7 per club. Paying separately can become expensive if you enter several venues, especially when you add the Chiva fee and drinks. The all-inclusive option therefore has real value for people who expect to visit multiple clubs and use the bus bar.

At the same time, the pricing needs a close look. The main experience is shown at $5 per person, while the details say that the complete add-on costs about 120,000 Colombian pesos, roughly $25 to $34 depending on the version quoted. Separate figures are given for the Chiva, Federal Rooftop, El Fabuloso, and Yakuza.

Before booking, ask exactly what your selected price includes:

• The HiPinto meeting point and opening games
• The Chiva Rumbera
• Open-bar drinks on the bus
• Club entrance fees
• Drinks at the meeting point
• The afterparty entrance

The supplied details suggest that the meeting-point entrance is included, while drinks there, including mojitos and screwdrivers, may be separate. The wording around the all-inclusive option is inconsistent, so this is the one area where a quick confirmation can save money and frustration.

El Fabuloso and the late main-club finish

El Fabuloso Rooftop is described as the place where the main party often finishes. The scheduled visit lasts about two hours, and the standard club route runs until roughly 3 a.m.

This timing gives you a useful choice. You can treat El Fabuloso as the final stop, say goodbye after a full night, and return to your accommodation from Zona T. Or you can continue with the group to Yakuza for the afterparty.

That flexibility is one of the better features of the plan. Not everyone wants to party until sunrise, and you are not required to make the afterparty. The end point for the main experience is listed around Ac. 85 #14-5 in Chapinero, in the Zona T area, where many clubs and late-night venues are located.

The practical concern is transportation home. Private transportation is not included. You will need to arrange your own ride from Zona T, either after the club route or after the afterparty. The experience is near public transportation, but the late hour means you should think about your return before the night begins.

Yakuza afterparty until morning

At about 3 a.m., the group can continue to Yakuza. The supplied details say it opens at 3 a.m. and closes at 8 a.m. in one place, and 10 a.m. in another, so you should confirm the current closing time locally.

Yakuza is aimed at people who still have energy after the bus and club route. The entrance is listed at about $7 when purchased separately, or included in the all-inclusive package.

This part of the night is best for people who want Bogotá nightlife at its latest. It is not necessary for enjoying the main crawl, and I would not choose the package solely for the afterparty unless you genuinely expect to stay out until dawn.

The late finish also changes the practical demands. You will have been out since around 9 p.m., drinking and dancing through several venues. Pace yourself, keep track of your belongings, and know how you will get back to your hotel or hostel.

Is the price good value?

At the basic listed price of $5, the experience offers a low-cost entry to the meeting point and social games. That figure does not cover the full night.

The all-inclusive addition is described at different points as roughly $29, $34, or 120,000 Colombian pesos. It is meant to cover the bus, open-bar drinks, club admissions, and afterparty access. If you enter several clubs and drink on the Chiva, the package can be good value compared with paying each cover separately.

If you drink little, want to visit only one club, or prefer choosing your own route, paying individually may be better. The separate prices listed are approximately $20 for the Chiva, $7 for Federal Rooftop, $7 for El Fabuloso, and $7 for Yakuza, with other venues potentially charging their own cover.

I would compare your likely plan against the package before you arrive. The all-inclusive option makes the most sense for a full night. It is less compelling if you plan to leave early or avoid alcohol.

Who will enjoy this Bogotá night out?

I would recommend the party crawl most strongly to solo visitors, backpackers, and small groups who want company. The hosts are praised for being friendly, involved, and attentive, especially to people arriving alone.

It also suits anyone who wants a simple introduction to Zona T nightlife. Instead of spending the evening deciding where to go, you get a social start, a Colombian party bus, and a route through several clubs.

You may want a different plan if you prefer quiet bars, smaller groups, a fixed club schedule, or a nonalcoholic evening. A 50-person Chiva, loud music, drinking games, and a possible afterparty are central to the experience, not minor details.

The tour is listed for a maximum of 50 people, though the bus itself can hold more than 50. Either way, expect a group atmosphere rather than a private night.

Practical details before you book

The experience lasts about five to ten hours, depending on whether you stop after the main club route or continue to Yakuza. The meeting time is around 9 p.m., with the Chiva pickup at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Mobile tickets are accepted, and confirmation is provided when you book. Most people can participate, and the meeting point is near public transportation.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Within 24 hours, the payment is not refunded, and late changes are not accepted.

My main advice is to confirm the package price and inclusions before the night starts. Pay particular attention to whether club covers, Chiva drinks, meeting-point drinks, and Yakuza are included in your selection.

Should you book the Party Crawl?

Book it if you want a social, alcohol-heavy night with a clear route from La Candelaria to Zona T. The combination of drinking games, Chiva Rumbera, rooftop venues, and an optional afterparty gives you plenty of variety, and the hosts receive strong praise for helping people connect.

I would choose the all-inclusive package only after confirming the final price and exactly what it covers. For a solo visitor or anyone with limited time in Bogotá, the organized format can be worth paying for. For a lighter night, a single club, or more control over your music and timing, meet the group at HiPinto and pay only for the parts you actually want.

FAQ

Where does the party crawl begin?

It begins at HiPinto Social Experience Nightlife, Calle 12b Bis #1-20 in Bogotá’s La Candelaria district, near Chorro de Quevedo.

What time does the experience start?

The opening games begin at about 9 p.m. The Chiva Rumbera is scheduled to pick up the group around 9:30 p.m.

What is a Chiva Rumbera?

It is a traditional Colombian bus used as a moving party venue. The experience includes music, dancing, and an open bar of rum when the Chiva is included in your package.

Which clubs may be visited?

The named venues include Federal Rooftop, Mad Radio, Presea, El Fabuloso Rooftop, and Kyoto. The exact club sequence is not fixed in the supplied details.

Is the afterparty included?

Yakuza is the optional afterparty stop. Its entrance is included with the all-inclusive option, while the separate entrance is listed at about $7.

How much does the complete option cost?

The supplied details list the complete addition at roughly $25 to $34, or about 120,000 Colombian pesos. The exact amount and inclusions should be confirmed when booking.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience begins. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded.