Hiking · COLOMBIA
Good colombia hiking tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you are on the trail.
Review of Tayrona Park Hike and Beach Day from Santa Marta, with trail details, beaches, guide quality, price, tips, and booking advice.
“Jorge was an incredible tour guide! So knowledgeable about the park and it’s inhabitants. And we were lucky to have beautiful weather so the views were amazing. We will never forget our trip to Tayrona!”
Review of Medellín’s private Melcocho River hike, with forest trails, waterfalls, 4x4 transport, local food, timing, price, and practical tips.
“If you are looking for luxury and sophistication, look elsewhere, but if you want to put your hand on the beating heart of of rural Antioquia and its people, Daniel and his team are your guys. We booked two tours with Daniel to take us out of Medellin and into the countryside. The first day to Guatape and the second day to the Rio Melcocho. Just the two of us with Daniel in Guatape and two couples and two guides the next day on the river - plus two surprise guests who made the day extra special!(Thank you Daniel for that addition to our party). Small groups. Personal attention. We…”
Review of a private Cocora Valley and Salento hike, with towering palms, local stories, transport, guide tips, costs, and trail advice.
“David picked us up on time at the hotel. He has a profound knowledge of the area and speaks perfect english. He answered all our questions professionally. Because of our age (75 and 70) he was gave us ample time to rest, recover and admire the beautiful valley. The Cocora Valley is beautiful. We strongly recommend this tour and if David is your guide consider yourself to be lucky. Thank you David and keep up the good work. PS David recommended two sites in Salento: Jesus Cafe and a trout restaurant, I forgot the name. Both were the best places we visited. He even took us to a coffee farm…”
Review of the private Cocora Valley and Salento hike, with wax palms, Willys jeep rides, local culture, practical tips, and value advice.
“The guide is extremely professional and gave a very detailed explanation of the natural and cultural features we visited.”
Review of Bogotá’s Sumapaz Páramo private hike, with muddy trails, mountain views, guides, meals, transport, price, and practical tips.
“Excellent tour and very well prepared guide. Francisco answered any and all questions we asked. His answers were always thorough. His demeanor always full of patience and consideration. Nibardo, the local guide, was also a wealth of information. We especially enjoyed the agua de panela with arepa he had waiting for us at the end of the tour as well as the visit with him and his cat Ceniza.”
Hike to Colombia’s tallest waterfall from Bogotá, with Choachí views, local guides, forest trails, transport, and a small group.
“Diego and Alejandro gave us one of the best hikes I’ve ever been on through the stunning landscape to La Chorrera. They were both very friendly and very informative about the nature and history of the area and then threw in some extra activities as well as the hike its self. I would absolutely recommend to any traveler passing through Bogota.”
Review of the 4-day Lost City trek from Santa Marta, with route details, costs, camps, fitness advice, guides, food, and practical tips.
“This Lost City your is a must if you’re in Colombia! Our translator Emilie was fantastic! She was very encouraging and supportive, guiding us through the jungle and helping to motivate us when we were tired.. she was an excellent guide and very caring and knowledgeable - would have not been the same without her! The Lost City is very rewarding after 2 days of walking to reach it! Meals were all delicious and very filling - overall 5 stars, would definitely recommend”
Review of Cali’s Pance Waterfalls hike, with mountain views, three waterfalls, natural pools, lunch, transport, and a six-person limit.
“Alejandro, our guide, is extremely friendly, well informed, committed to his community's well-being, and persistent in making sure everyone is able to understand, feels comfortable, and respects the environment. The trek was invigorating and fun. We saw beautiful fauna and flora -- especially butterflies! The lunch was scrumptious. The whole tour came off smoothly, from coordination and pick up to drop off. The length was just right for us, as we wanted to get out of the city, see the mountainous forest (including old growth!) but hadn't planned such a trip in advance and did not have gear necessary for something more strenuous.”
Review of Minca’s waterfall circuit near Santa Marta, with jungle trails, local culture, natural pools, guides, costs, and practical tips.
“Friendly knowledge cari g person The tours was great”
Review of Minca’s coffee, cocoa and trekking tour, with farm visits, tastings, waterfall swimming, mountain views, price, and practical tips.
“We had the best time with our tour guide showing us the waterfall and taking us to the coffee farm. The coffee farm tour was also fantastic and the family there was very welcoming. Beautiful views and enjoying fresh coffee and cacao right where it's grown was surreal. Highly recommend this tour and be prepared for a hearty uphill hike that's worth supporting the locals.”
Review of Cali’s Tres Cruces hike, with sunset views, night walking, hotel pickup, guide details, trail advice, and honest value tips.
“Fantastic!!! One of the best tours I’ve done in my travels. Matteo is a brilliant guide. I felt safe and he was very informative”
Review of Salento’s Cocora Valley hike, with wax palms, Willys Jeep transport, lunch, guide tips, value, and practical advice.
“Nous avons apprécié la randonnée dans la Vallée de Cocora et notre guide Santiago. Il a partagé beaucoup d’informations et d’anecdotes sur la région. Le déjeuner était excellent”
Hike through Cali’s Pance forests to clear waterfalls, mountain views, birdlife, and a regional lunch with a small Spanish-speaking group.
“Einfach nur Hammer. Man fühlt sich wie Rambo.”
Review of Bogotá’s Sumapaz hike, covering altitude, muddy trails, guides, price, paramo scenery, preparation, and who should book.
“We took a tour with Alexander to Sumapaz National Park. It was beautiful; we didn't see a soul the entire day. The guide was very friendly, funny, and spoke English. Highly recommended!”
Hike from Santa Marta to Sisiguaca Beach for coastal views, guided snorkeling, local history, a snack, and practical value advice.
“La ville n’est pas très propre. La plage est sympa, mais ça ne vaut pas de payer ce montant alors que nous pouvons le faire seul. Je déconseille de le faire ou alors allez-y par vos propres moyens. Il n’y a qu’un sentier à suivre, vous ne pouvez pas vous perdre.”
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