DIGITAL NOMAD GUIDE
The complete onboarding manual for remote workers in Cali.
Where to Work
Selina Granada
Social hub. Best for networking, not deep focus.
La Sucursal
Pro workspace. Ergonomic chairs, AC, quiet.
El Lab
Mansion with a garden. Creative & relaxed.
Where to Stay
Granada
$$ - $$$
Walkable, upscale, cafe-heavy.
San Antonio
$ - $$
Bohemian, artistic, hilly.
El Peñón
$$$ - $$$$
Trendy, green, restaurant hub.
Essentials
First 7 Days
If you do just this in your first week, you'll be set up for work and basic safety.
Day 1-2
- Get SIM (Claro/Tigo)
- Install Taxi Apps (Uber/DiDi)
- Withdraw Cash (Davivienda)
Day 3-4
- Test 2 Coworkings
- Walk neighborhood in daylight
- Find Supermarket
Day 5-7
- First Salsa Class
- Join WhatsApp Group
- Plan weekend trip
Monthly Cost Estimator
Shared room, cooking home, local spots.
Studio apt, coworking, daily eating out.
Luxury Airbnb, trips, fine dining.
* Includes rent, coworking, groceries, basic nightlife. Does not include health insurance or international flights.
Community
Facebook Group
Best for housing searches & events.
Expect 3–5 new posts per week; we moderate for no spam.
WhatsApp Community
Real-time alerts & meetups.
Used for last-minute plans and safety check-ins.
Need a custom nomad plan?
Ask Cali Compass to pick areas, work spots, and a typical week for you.