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

Bogotá’s party scene gets moving in stages, and this experience links them all: drinking games near Chorro de Quevedo, a rum-fueled Chiva Rumbera, several Zona T clubs, and an afterparty that may run until morning. It is less a guided night out than a moving social group with a host, music, and a ready-made crowd.

I like the easy way this introduces you to two very different parts of Bogotá after dark. You begin in historic La Candelaria, then shift to the polished club district around Calle 85. I also like the built-in social start, where beer pong, flip cup, mushroom, and other games give solo visitors a quick way to meet people.

The main caution is the pricing and payment structure. The advertised base price is only $5, while the complete package costs about $29 to $34 extra depending on the description you receive. Confirm exactly what is included before you set out, especially the bus, club covers, drinks, and afterparty.

Key points to know before midnight

• Start in La Candelaria: Meet at HiPinto Social Experience near Chorro de Quevedo around 9 p.m. for drinking games and introductions.
• Ride a Colombian party bus: The Chiva Rumbera is a traditional open-sided-style party vehicle fitted for dancing, music, and drinks while moving through Bogotá.
• Move to Zona T: The night shifts to Calle 85, also called Zona Rosa, where the listed clubs include Federal Rooftop, Mad Radio, Presea, El Fabuloso Rooftop, and Kyoto.
• Expect a long night: The main club portion runs until about 3 a.m., with Yakuza offered afterward until the morning.
• Best for social visitors: This suits solo visitors, hostel residents, and anyone who wants a ready-made nightlife group rather than a quiet evening.
• Check the final price: Club entry, the Chiva, open-bar drinks, and the afterparty may be bundled for an added fee, but the supplied prices are not perfectly consistent.

The night begins with games near Chorro de Quevedo

Your meeting point is HiPinto Social Experience at Calle 12B Bis #1-20, next to Chorro de Quevedo in La Candelaria. The gathering starts at about 9 p.m., giving you an hour before the bus arrives.

That timing matters. Bogotá’s nightlife often runs late, and starting with games gives the group a chance to form before everyone is scattered among clubs. The activities include beer pong, flip cup, Tik Tak Shot, rage cup, mushroom, blowing, and B*tch Cup. Some names may be unfamiliar, but the purpose is clear: quick, silly drinking games that break the ice.

Mao, also called Mauricio, is the main host associated with the experience. Maria and other HiPinto staff may also help organize the group. Direct hosting is one of the strongest parts of this night. You are not simply handed a list of bars and left to manage the evening yourself.

The meeting point itself is useful for visitors staying in or near La Candelaria. It puts you in Bogotá’s old center before the night heads north. You should plan your own route to the starting bar, since private transportation is not included. The venue is near public transportation, but the activity runs late, so think ahead about how you will reach the start and how you will leave the final stop.

An open bar at the meeting point is mentioned in the details, with mojitos and screwdrivers listed in one section. Other information describes the meeting-point entrance as included but does not clearly settle the drink arrangement. This is one of the details I would confirm when booking.

The Chiva Rumbera is the most distinctly Colombian part

At about 9:30 p.m., a Chiva Rumbera picks up the group. A chiva is a traditional Colombian party bus, and this version is designed for music, dancing, shouting, and singing as it moves through Bogotá.

The bus ride is not just a transfer between neighborhoods. It is one of the main attractions. You get a moving party and a quick look at the city between La Candelaria and Zona T, while the group continues socializing. The supplied information says the bus can carry more than 50 people, while the activity itself lists a maximum group size of 50.

Drinks on the bus are described as an open bar of rum, with some pricing details also mentioning vodka. The clearest recurring promise is all-you-can-drink rum during the Chiva ride. That can be good value if you want the full party format, but it also calls for restraint. You have a long night ahead, and the clubs do not begin until around 10 p.m.

The bus is also where the experience can feel crowded. A vehicle built for more than 50 people is made for energy, not personal space. If you prefer quiet transport, a fixed seat, or a carefully timed city tour, this will not be your style. If you like loud music and a group atmosphere, the limited space is part of the fun.

The description says it is legal to drink, dance, and party inside the moving vehicle. Still, you should keep your belongings secure and take care when the bus is moving. The practical goal is to enjoy the ride without treating the open bar as a challenge.

Zona T brings the club-hopping section

The Chiva ends in Zona T, also called Zona Rosa or Calle 85, at about 10 p.m. This is Bogotá’s main nightlife district for the evening. The streets around Ac. 85 and Carrera 14 contain many restaurants, bars, rooftops, and clubs, so the group can continue on foot between venues or use short transfers as arranged.

The listed clubs include Federal Rooftop, Mad Radio, Presea, El Fabuloso Rooftop, and Kyoto. The experience is marketed as a six-nightclub crawl, though the supplied schedule names only some stops in detail. You should treat the exact club order as a plan built around the night rather than a guaranteed promise that every venue will feel identical on every date.

Federal Rooftop is presented as an early Zona T stop and, in some nights, the place where the Chiva leaves the group. A rooftop changes the mood from the enclosed bus. You may get an open-air setting and city views, though the main attraction remains the music and social scene.

El Fabuloso Rooftop is listed as the main finishing club before the afterparty. The itinerary allows about two hours there, making it more than a quick photo stop. The club sequence gives you variety, but it also means frequent movement. You may not have time to settle into one venue, and a favorite club could receive less time than you would choose on your own.

Entry fees are important here. The information lists individual admission at about $7 per club, with some sections saying Federal Rooftop costs $7 and El Fabuloso costs $7. If you pay separately at several venues, the total can quickly exceed the add-on package. Ask whether the night’s package covers all six clubs or only the venues confirmed for that date.

Music and door rules can change. The supplied information does not promise one genre, a reserved table, food, or a particular DJ. You should expect a club-hopping format, not a concert with a fixed program.

The 3 a.m. choice: call it a night or continue to Yakuza

Around 3 a.m., the main crawl ends and the group is offered an afterparty at Yakuza. The venue is described as opening at 3 a.m. and closing as late as 8 or 10 a.m., depending on the information provided. The key point is that the night can continue well beyond the normal club schedule.

This optional final stop is useful if you want a full Bogotá night and do not want to make new plans at 3 a.m. It also gives the group one last shared destination. You do not have to continue, though, and many people will find the earlier club sequence long enough.

The end point is in Zona T, around Ac. 85 #14-5. That is helpful because you finish in the same general nightlife district rather than being taken back to La Candelaria. It is not a hotel drop-off service, and private transportation is not included, so you remain responsible for getting to your accommodation.

If you are staying near the historic center, the beginning and end of this experience are in different parts of Bogotá. Plan your return before you start drinking. The activity is listed as lasting roughly five to ten hours, which matches the wide range between the 9 p.m. meeting time and a possible morning finish.

What the price really means

The $5 headline price should not be treated as the final cost of the full night. The information says the complete package requires an additional payment, variously listed as $29, $34, or about 120,000 Colombian pesos. Other sections list the Chiva alone at $20 and Federal Rooftop alone at $7.

That inconsistency means you need a clear price check. Ask these questions before paying:

• Is the Chiva included?
• Is the open bar on the bus included?
• Are all club covers included, or only selected clubs?
• Is Yakuza included?
• Are meeting-point drinks included?
• Is the additional amount $29 or $34?

If the complete package is around $29 to $34 beyond the base booking price, it can make financial sense for a heavy nightlife schedule. Paying roughly $7 at several clubs, $20 for the bus, and extra for drinks could cost more when purchased separately. The value is strongest if you plan to stay with the group through the afterparty.

If you only want one club and the bus ride, paying separately may be better. The low base price is attractive, but it can create the wrong expectation if you assume it includes the whole night.

Who will enjoy this most

I would choose this for a solo visitor who wants company without having to organize a group. It is also a good fit for people staying in hostels, short-stay visitors with only one free night, and anyone curious about the Colombian chiva party tradition.

The social structure is the real benefit. You start with games, meet the hosts, ride together, and enter clubs as a group. Mao is described as highly involved, and the staff are expected to keep an eye on the group and help people find their way through the night.

Couples and small friend groups can enjoy it too, especially if they want a busy night with several venues. You should know, though, that the format is communal. You will spend much of the evening with strangers, move on the group’s schedule, and share crowded spaces.

I would skip it if you want a relaxed cocktail evening, a quiet rooftop, a single carefully chosen club, or a predictable dinner. It is also a poor match if you dislike loud music, drinking games, or staying out past 3 a.m.

Practical advice for a safer, better night

Arrive close to 9 p.m. The games are not filler. They are the best time to meet the host team and learn who else is in your group.

Eat before the tour. Food is not listed as part of the package, and the night may last until morning. Christmas or special-event arrangements may differ, so do not assume a dinner is included.

Carry only what you need. A phone, identification, modest cash, and a secure small bag are enough. Keep your belongings close on the bus and in clubs.

Pace yourself on the Chiva. The open bar starts early, while the last venue may be many hours away. Water is not specifically listed, so ask about it rather than assuming it is provided.

Wear something suitable for club entry. The exact dress rules are not supplied, but Zona T venues can have their own door policies. Your host may help, but admission is still controlled by each venue.

Keep the meeting address and final address saved. The start is HiPinto Social Experience, Calle 12B Bis #1-20, near Chorro de Quevedo. The finish is around Ac. 85 #14-5 in Chapinero.

The activity is mobile-ticket based, and confirmation is provided at booking. Most people can participate, and the maximum group size is 50. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Inside 24 hours, the payment is not refunded.

Should you book the Bogotá party crawl?

Book it if you want a social, high-energy night with a Colombian party bus at its center. The combination of La Candelaria games, the Chiva Rumbera, Zona T clubs, and the optional Yakuza afterparty gives you more variety than a standard bar crawl.

The strongest reasons to go are the hosts, the easy way to meet people, and the unusual bus ride. The main weaknesses are the late finish, possible crowding, changing club lineups, and unclear final pricing.

Before booking, get the all-in amount in writing and confirm which clubs, drinks, and afterparty entry it covers. If the price fits your budget and you are ready for a long night, this is a practical way to sample Bogotá nightlife without planning every stop yourself. If you want control, comfort, or a quiet evening, choose one Zona T venue and make your own way there.

FAQ

Where does the party crawl start?

It starts at HiPinto Social Experience Nightlife at Calle 12B Bis #1-20 in Bogotá, near Chorro de Quevedo in La Candelaria.

Where does the experience end?

The main end point is in Zona T, around Ac. 85 #14-5 in Chapinero, Bogotá. The area is also called Zona Rosa or Calle 85.

What time does the activity begin?

The group meets around 9 p.m. Drinking games begin first, and the Chiva Rumbera is scheduled to pick up the group at about 9:30 p.m.

How long does the party crawl last?

The approximate duration is five to ten hours. The main club portion runs until about 3 a.m., and the optional afterparty can continue into the morning.

What is included in the all-in package?

The all-in option is described as covering the Chiva or disco bus, open-bar drinks on the bus, admission to clubs, and the afterparty. The information lists the added cost as about $29 to $34, so confirm the exact amount and inclusions before booking.

Which clubs may be visited?

The listed clubs include Federal Rooftop, Mad Radio, Presea, El Fabuloso Rooftop, and Kyoto. The experience is promoted as a six-nightclub crawl, but the supplied details do not specify every club in a fixed sequence.

Is the afterparty required?

No. The afterparty at Yakuza is an optional continuation after about 3 a.m. It is described as staying open until as late as 8 or 10 a.m., depending on the information provided.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience begins for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the local start time are not refunded.