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From Bogota: Hike to Colombia's Highest Waterfall

1. From Bogota: Hike to Colombia's Highest Waterfall

Travel deep into the Andean jungle on a trek to see the great sights of El Chiflón and La Chorrera waterfalls. See and learn about the colorful birds hidden at the top of the trees, breath in the clean air in this spectacular landscape, and keep your energy levels up with an included breakfast and lunchMeet your experienced bilingual guide in Bogotá and start the day with a traditional Colombian breakfast at an authentic hole-in-the-wall restaurant. Then, set off by private van to La Chorrera, the highest waterfall in Colombia. Drive past the East Hills on the way and stop to take pictures of the paramo (high treeless plateau) of Cruz Verde. Arrive at the park and begin the hike through the lush, green Andean forest, learning about the native life and plants of the area at 2,600 meters above sea level. Continue your trek to reach the 1,936-foot (590-meter) wall of cascading water that is La Chorrera. Take in the breathtaking sight of Colombia's mightiest waterfall amid a wonderland of natural beauty.     Refuel with lunch at a beautiful restaurant and marvel at the spectacular views here before heading back to Bogotá.

Bogotá: Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral

2. Bogotá: Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral

A staff member from the company will meet you at the hotel at your choice of either in the morning or the afternoon. From here you will be taken on a tour through La Sabana de Bogota to the town of Zipaquira, whose name means "City of our Father" in the language of the Chibcha. Back in pre-Columbian times, salt around the area was the most important commodity and the "salt cakes" were the only currency for trading. Throughout time, technology improved and the "Muiscas" began to extract larger amounts of salt. As a result, an underground salt deposit was formed and it is where the Salt Cathedral was built, 180 meters below the surface. Inside you will discover a chapel titled “capilla de los mineros”, which was built as a tribute to the Virgin “Our Lady of the Rosary of Guasá”. At the conclusion of your tour, you will return safely back to Bogotá.

Bogotà: Guatavita Lake and Nemocón Salt Mines Tour

3. Bogotà: Guatavita Lake and Nemocón Salt Mines Tour

Combine nature with industry on this 7-hour guided excursion from Bogotà to visit Lake Guatavita and the salt mine of Nemocón. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city with this relaxing small-group tour of up to 11 people. After pickup at around 8:00 AM at your hotel, start the 2-hour drive through the savanna towards Lake Guatavita, a lagoon that is part of a protected natural area. Likely formed by the impact of a crater, the lake is almost perfectly circular. A native park guide will join the group for a 75-minute tour, during which he’ll explain the culture of the Muisca Indians, the legend of El Dorado, and the biological importance of the lagoon. During the tour, you’ll also take a half hour walk along a path at the edge of the crater to admire different views of the lagoon.   Next, visit the town of Guatavita to explore its architecture and environment. Enjoy a lunch typical of the region before heading out for Nemocón. On the way there, see the beautiful Tominé reservoir, a 9-kilometer-long body of water. When you arrive at Nemocón, you’ll experience what it’s like to be a salt miner: walk 60 meters below the surface of the Earth into an authentic salt mine and discover the history of the Colombian salt industry.

Bogota: Gold Museum and Monserrate Private Half-Day Tour

4. Bogota: Gold Museum and Monserrate Private Half-Day Tour

Your bilingual guide will collect you in a private vehicle at the location you have suggested for pick up, then take you towards downtown Bogota, straight to the Gold Museum. Your entrance is covered so feel free to walk along with your guide as you are given a broad explanation about the origins of such precious metal.  After exploring the Gold Museum you will head to your next destination, Monserrate Peak. Located just a few minutes away you can ascend to the peak and there you can not only enjoy amazing views of the city but you can also take time to pray at the sanctuary. After experiencing Monserrate Peak your private guide will drive you back to your accommodations or your preferred drop-off location. 

Zipaquira: Half-Day Salt Cathedral Tour

5. Zipaquira: Half-Day Salt Cathedral Tour

In this Salt Cathedral tour in Zipaquira, you will travel to a place that is without a doubt a must-visit in Colombia, a monument to faith that has become an architectural piece like no other. Near Bogotá, Zipaquira is a colonial town known for its beauty, but its typical architecture is not its principal attraction. 180 meters under the ground, you will find an engineering jewel, famous around the world, known as the Salt Cathedral. Visit a unique place that will leave you breathless. Inside the mine there are different pieces of stone work and sculpture that, due to their size and illumination, make this spectacular wonder an incredible destination.

Bogotá: Sumapaz National Park Hike Tour with Lunch

6. Bogotá: Sumapaz National Park Hike Tour with Lunch

Explore the unique and diverse ecosystem of the Andean Páramo landscape on a hiking trip through Sumapaz National Park. Trek the muddy trails and marvel at the amazing sights along the way. After a pickup from your hotel in Bogotá, travel to the Sumapaz region, reach heights between 3,500 and 4,000 MSLA (13.000 feet approximately). Start with a walk up through the slopes of the 178 thousand hectare haven. Learn the environmental importance of this rare ecosystem and its amazing flora. Be mesmerized by the water wells and the misty landscape. Hear stories from your guide about the indigenous traditions that were practiced before colonization. Understand the importance of preserving the Páramos for the stability of the region and the social and political challenges it has faced. After hiking, rest your weary feet and savor a delicious traditional meal in the Sumapaz Páramo, before heading back to your hotel in Bogotá.

Bogotá: Colombian Breakfast Discovery Tour

7. Bogotá: Colombian Breakfast Discovery Tour

Breakfast is considered the most important meal for Colombians, with many locals living by the expression "Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper". Throughout this experience you will encounter 5 different traditional restaurants, each offering specialties of the regional breakfasts of this exotic country. This tour will involve you being delighted by delicious food whilst having the historical background of each plate explained to you. All of the restaurants chosen are a mix of local and traditional, and contain authentic rich family atmospheres. The tour is located in the center of Bogotá, with all the spots being within walking distance of one another. You will try traditional plates from various areas including the Bogotá region, Caribbean region, Antioquia region, and Pacific Coast region.

Bogotá: City Tour with Monserrate Hill

8. Bogotá: City Tour with Monserrate Hill

A staff member from the company will meet you at the hotel to take you on a tour around the historic center of the city. From here your first stop will be to Plaza de Bolivar, where you will walk along the streets and take a close look at the most important buildings of the city. You will explore buildings such as the National Capitol, which is the center of the country's legislative life; Casa de los Comuneros; Casa de Nariño, which is the Presidential house; and the Santa Clara Church Museum. The tour also includes a visit to the Gold Museum, which exhibits about 34,000 pieces of metalwork from various Hispanic cultures. The tour will then continue to the iconic symbol of Bogota, the Monserrate Hill, which rises up to 3,152 meters above sea level. Once having ascended to the top of the hill, you will visit the sanctuary where you will find the statue of the Lord of Miracles. This peak will provide you with the best platform to enjoy the views of Bogota. Important: On Monday Gold Museum is closed. Instead of this museum, visit Botero Museum

From Bogotá: San Agustín 3-Day Trip

9. From Bogotá: San Agustín 3-Day Trip

San Agustín is Colombia's most recognized archaeologic destination. The mysterious indigenous group that built hundreds of gigantic stone sculptures in this area disappeared years before the arrival of Spanish Conquistadores, leaving many questions open for contemporary archaeology. Moreover, San Agustín is located in the Macizo Colombiano Area, known for its impressive hydric richness, and stunning mountainous landscapes. Discover this magical place in Colombia's far south with this memorable 3-day adventure. Itinerary Overnight bus ride You will be picked up at your hotel in Bogotá at 8:00 PM to take you to Salitre's Bus Terminal to continue in a comfortable bus to San Agustín in a 10hour aprox overnight ride to the south of the country arriving early on next day's morning. Check in at hotel and this day is free for you do explore on your own. Day 1 We pick you up at the hotel to carry out the tour of the Archaeological Park of San Agustín, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1995. Here we will take a pleasant walk immersing ourselves in the magic and in the legacy that left the pre-Columbian culture that inhabited the Alto Magdalena, we will visit the Mesitas A, B, C, Fuente del Lavapatas, Alto del Lavapatas, Forest of Statues and Museum. The tour is done walking with the accompaniment of the professional guide. Duration of 4 hours, low level of demand. In the afternoon at 3:00 pm we pick you up at the hotel or meeting point that you establish with the driver assigned on his day. They will travel to the Strait of Magdalena where our river of the country meets reduced to 2.20 m in the middle of a canyon of amazing beauty. 2 hour tour. The tour takes place by car. Day 2 After breakfast we will enjoy a smooth bike ride through San Agustín, where we will see the murals of our graphic artists, the architecture of our churches, the traditional street of the crafts and we will delight an exquisite special coffee of our region. Duration 2 to 3 hours. Optional if you don't want to do the bike tour, we have the coffee tour in Certified farm with microlots of special coffee where they will learn the entire coffee process from sow up to the cup. Delivery of rooms at noon. The tour ends at approximately 1:00 PM, you can have your lunch at the town, and have the rest of the afternoon for yourself before departing to Bogotá at 6:00 PM. You will be arriving in Bogotá at 6:00 AM on the next day, and you will be taken to your hotel or any other place of your choice within Bogotá.

Bogota: Guided Religious Tour

10. Bogota: Guided Religious Tour

This fascinating half day tour starts when you are picked up at your hotel by your private bilingual guide, heading towards downtown for a first stop at Bogota´s very first chapel named after San Francisco. Perfect place to understand important aspects of culture and religion that were imposed over prehispanic communities. A pleasant walk down the street leads us to Bolivar´s square, one of the main founders of our nation, where nowadays sits the Prime Cathedral. Third stop takes us through cobblestone roads to arrive at Del Carmen Chapel, where great gothic architecture can be appreciated so you can understand the many symbols displayed throughout its facades. Finally, your tour guide will drive you away from the Centro towards a blue collar area to appreciate an iconic temple such as the Divino Niño, where natives manifest their faith and love in particular ways.

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based on 16 reviews

Marcela was an amazing guide! She was very knowledgeable of the park and made the hike so fun! The drive into the mountains was absolutely beautiful and the trail to the waterfall had dozens of scenic overlooks. It’s a great escape from the city. Highly recommend!!

Naty Ospina was very knowledgeable patience the vest personality for the job that shows her pride in her country and job. Very friendly and English was excellent. Perfect for the hob. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience. Andrea was a great guide and the setting is truly stunning. We really bonded as a group during the time we spent together. It was an experience we will not forget.

It was a beautiful hike, and the leader was excellent. A nice way to incorporate nature into my trip to Bogotá.

Nock is a great tour guide. Was absolutely awesome