Town in Quindío, Colombia
Internet in Salento: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Salento?
Median fixed broadband in Colombia is 231 Mbps and mobile is 45 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés and hostels have wifi that works for browsing and messaging but video calls can drop; no real coworking.
Getting online in Salento
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre is rare; many places rely on cable or fixed wireless. Long stays should check speed before booking, often 20–100 Mbps. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés and hostels have wifi that works for browsing and messaging but video calls can drop; no real coworking. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid chips from Claro, Movistar or Tigo sell in carrier stores and supermarkets; register with your passport. Claro has the widest coverage. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Claro, Movistar, Tigo |
| Monthly data plan | $35,000–70,000 ($11–21) |
Coworking in Salento
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in South America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Salento?
Median fixed broadband in Colombia is 231 Mbps and mobile is 45 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés and hostels have wifi that works for browsing and messaging but video calls can drop; no real coworking.
Which SIM card should I get in Salento?
Prepaid chips from Claro, Movistar or Tigo sell in carrier stores and supermarkets; register with your passport. Claro has the widest coverage.
Can I use an eSIM in Colombia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.