Win Your Seat to Colombia’s Biggest Ever Poker Tournament (WPS Bogotá)

The Latin American poker boom is no longer a prediction; it is a reality. And right now, all eyes are turning toward Colombia.

WPT Global has just launched a satellite roadmap that offers one of the highest ROI opportunities we have seen this year. For as little as $8, players can fight their way into the Winner Poker Series (WPS) Bogotá, a festival that guarantees over $1,000,000 USD in total prize pools.

While the Main Event is No Limit Hold’em, we know why our readers are reading this. You want to get to the venue. You want to be where the money is. And in South America, where the money is, the PLO action is often wild and profitable.

Here is your full briefing on how to qualify, why this trip is +EV, and what to expect on the ground in Bogotá.

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The Event: Winner Poker Series (WPS) Bogotá

The WPS Bogotá is shaping up to be a landmark event for the region. Taking place at the Hollywood Casino in Bogotá, the festival runs from January 14–26, 2026.

The centerpiece is the $500,000 GTD Main Event, which commands an $800 buy-in.

For a buy-in of this size in this region, a half-million-dollar guarantee is massive. It ensures a field that will be a mix of serious pros, satellite winners, and, crucially, local recreational players who are there to gamble.

The Main Event itself runs from January 19–26, with multiple Day 1 flights available. This scheduling is perfect for international travelers, allowing you to fly in, play your flight, and settle into the rhythm of the series without rushing.

The “Trojan Horse” Strategy: Why PLO Players Should Qualify

Let’s address the elephant in the room. This is PLO365. We care about four cards. So why are we pushing a No Limit Hold’em satellite?

Because winning a seat is the cheapest way to subsidize a PLO business trip.

1. The Overlay Value: The satellite path on WPT Global is incredibly efficient. You can qualify for an $800 seat for $8 or $80. If you spin $8 into an $800 ticket, you have effectively secured your bankroll for the trip.
2. The Cash Game Ecosystem: Latin American cash games are famous for a reason. The play style is often aggressive, passionate, and high-variance. When a major series like WPS Bogotá brings hundreds of players into a single casino, the side action explodes.

While the tournament clock runs, the cash game tables fill up. We expect Pot Limit Omaha tables to be running around the clock. By winning your Main Event seat online, you free up your actual liquid bankroll to attack the soft PLO cash games on the floor.

Think of the tournament seat as your “anchor” for the trip. If you run deep, you make a massive ROI. If you bust, you are exactly where you want to be: in a casino full of passionates, playing PLO.

The Online Path: How to Qualify on WPT Global

WPT Global has simplified the qualification route. You don’t need to grind through seven stages of “step” tournaments. There are essentially two layers.

1. The Feeder ($8)

This is the entry point for micro-stakes grinders.

• Buy-in: $8
• Prize: Entry to the $80 Satellite.
• Frequency: These run daily, feeding directly into the next available qualifier.

2. The Qualifier ($80)

This is the direct satellite.

• Buy-in: $80
• Prize: 1x $800 WPS Bogotá Main Event Seat (Guaranteed).
• Format: Winner-Takes-All (mostly).
• Math: You are looking at a 1-in-10 shot. Given that WPT Global’s player pool is significantly softer than the reg-infested waters of other major sites, your edge here is tangible.

The Satellite Schedule (Jan 9 – Jan 23)

The qualifiers are running right now. All times are listed in UTC -5 (Bogotá/EST time), so adjust for your local timezone.

Note: The $8 Feeders run daily before these times.

Destination Check: Hollywood Casino Bogotá

If you win a seat, you are heading to the Hollywood Casino in Bogotá. For those who haven’t grinded in Colombia before, here is what you need to know.

• Location & Safety: The casino is located inside the Centro Comercial Bulevar Niza. This is a major advantage. Unlike standalone street-side casinos, being inside a mall complex adds a significant layer of security and convenience. There are plenty of food options, ATMs, and transport links right outside the door.
• As with any major city in South America, use common sense. Use Uber or official taxis rather than hailing cars off the street, and keep your valuables (and tournament winnings) hidden and discreet.
• The Altitude Adjustment: Bogotá is high. Really high. The city sits at 2,640 meters (8,660 ft) above sea level.

If you fly in from sea level, you will feel it.

• The Grinder’s Tip: Drink twice as much water as you usually do during your sessions. Alcohol hits significantly harder at this altitude. If you are playing the PLO cash games late at night, be very careful with that third beer—it might feel like six.
• The Vibe: Colombian poker is loud and social. Expect table talk, celebrations, and a vibrant atmosphere. It is a stark contrast to the hoodie-up, headphones-on vibe of some European tours. Embrace it.

Important T&Cs (The Fine Print)

Before you fire the satellites on WPT Global, you need to know the rules. We read the fine print so you don’t have to.

1. Seat-Only Package: The prize is the $800 buy-in only. You are responsible for your own flights and accommodation. Since Bogotá is very affordable compared to US or European stops, this shouldn’t be a dealbreaker, but factor it in.

2. The KYC Deadline: This is critical. You must complete your KYC verification on WPT Global before the final live Day 1 starts on January 24. If you win a seat but aren’t verified by then, you lose the seat. Do not wait. Verify your account as soon as you start playing satellites.

3. Transferability (Huge Value): Unlike most sites that force you to take tournament dollars (T$) if you can’t go, WPT Global allows you to transfer the seat to a friend.

• Requirement: The friend must have a verified WPT Global account.
• Strategy: This is great insurance. If you win a seat but realize you can’t travel, or if you win two seats, you can send one to a friend or swap it within the community (adhering to the site’s transfer rules).

Conclusion: The Clock is Ticking

The qualification window closes on January 23, 2026. Opportunities to play a $500,000 GTD event in a soft, live environment with a robust side-game economy don’t come around every day. And they certainly don’t usually come with an $8 price tag.

Whether you are chasing the Main Event trophy or just looking for an excuse to get to the juicy PLO tables in Bogotá, this is your path.

Download WPT Global, find the “WPS Bogotá” tab in the lobby, and take your shot.

Lebi (Head of Content)

With over 12 years of Omaha Poker experience, Lebi is the Head of Content at PLO365. A dedicated PLO specialist, he bridges the gap between complex GTO theory and practical street poker. He leads our review team, stress-testing PLO solvers, HUDs, and training courses to ensure they meet the demands of the modern grinder. When he isn’t auditing poker room RNGs or writing strategy guides, you can find him grinding mid-stakes PLO cash games and Turbo MTTs.