What’s the best way to experience Lake Guatavita?

There are plenty of ways to experience Lake Guatavita. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Bogota/Guatavita-and-salt-catehdral-Daily-and-group-tour/d4560-138242P8" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Guatavita and Salt Cathedral - Group tour and daily departure</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Bogota/Full-Day-Tour-to-the-Salt-Cathedral-of-Zipaquira-and-the-Lagoon-of-Guatavita/d4560-23817P9" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon from Bogota (Private Tour)</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Bogota/Rent-a-local-friend/d4560-70714P12" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Rent a local friend in Bogota</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Bogota/Do-it-yourself-11-days-tour-in-Colombia-customizable/d4560-86798P8" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Do it yourself 11 days tour in Colombia (customizable)</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Bogota/Daytrip-to-Zipaquira-and-Guatavita/d4560-59388P11" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita Private Tour</a></li></ul>

How much does it cost to visit Lake Guatavita in 2024?

Entrance fees to the park at Lake Guatavita cost roughly US$5 for foreign visitors and US$3 for Colombian visitors; the price in Colombian pesos often changes due to currency fluctuations. Tours from Bogota generally include entry and cost around US$75. Tours that also visit the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral start from US$110

How long does it take to hike around Lake Guatavita?

The walk around the ridge of Lake Guatavita takes around 1.5 hours to complete and is done as part of the guided tour. Not all of the tour is spent hiking though, as this time includes stops for your guide to explain the lake’s history and connection to the Muisca people.

Is Lake Guatavita accessible?

No, the route around Lake Guatavita is not accessible to people who use wheelchairs or have limited mobility. The way to the lake’s viewpoints involves climbing a relatively steep staircase, which may be a challenge for people with reduced mobility or little physical fitness, but shouldn’t be a problem for young children.

Can you swim or engage in water activities in Lake Guatavita?

No, you are prohibited from swimming or entering Lake Guatavita, as the lake is considered a sacred site by the native Muisca people. This is also why you are not free to explore the site on your own, but must take a tour guided by a person with Musica ancestry.

Are there any nearby attractions to visit after touring Lake Guatavita?

Yes, there are other attractions near Lake Guatavita to visit after touring the area. The most popular attraction to visit after the lake is the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral. Other nearby attractions include the town of Guatavita, with its colonial architecture, and the Cascada Sueva Nemosten waterfall southeast of the town.

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Cheapest ZIPAQUIRA & GUATAVITA LAKE Visit 5 Top Sights w/PICKUP

Embark on a captivating journey to the top sights of Zipaquira and Guatavita on a group tour from Bogota. This all-day adventure is perfect for travelers who want to maximize their limited vacation time and save money. Highlights include the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and the Guatavita Lagoon, to learn about its indigenous history. Finally, stroll around Guatavita town, and discover its ties to the Legend of El Dorado

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Cheapest ZIPAQUIRA & GUATAVITA LAKE Visit 5 Top Sights w/PICKUP

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Visit Guatavita Lagoon and the majestic Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira in just one day—without the expense of private taxis—on this group tour from Bogotá. Meet your driver at your hotel and head out to the lagoon to learn about ancient history and beliefs. Then, visit Zipaquira to descend into its masterpiece Salt Cathedral, full of sculptures and illuminated chambers, before returning to your departure point.

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Shared Tour Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Visit the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and Lake Guatavita on this two-in-one day trip from Bogotá. First, explore the halls of the Salt Cathedral, the only underground Catholic church in the world. Then, venture into Guatavita’s natural park to learn about the cultural significance of the lake, as well as the legend of El Dorado. Complete your tour with a traditional lunch, if option is selected.

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Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita: tickets included

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch

Without a guided tour of Lake Guatavita, you might miss out on some of the history and folklore that make the area so much more than a beautiful destination. Private transit from Bogotá solves transportation logistics, making it easier for you to get out of the city to enjoy a guided hike, beautiful vistas, and traditional lunch, included, if the option is selected. Plus, value pricing makes this an ideal Bogotá day trip.

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Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Guatavita Lagoon, Casa Loca, Tomine Reservoir

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Day Excursion to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine

Enjoy without any Rush! Small Group! 10 People MAX Let´s know Bogota surroundings ! Our Tour starts in Bogota crossing this big and interesting city that saves in north Bogota Treasures to enjoy in just 1 hour 30 minutes. We will enjoy Andes landscapes in the 2500 meters above sea until 3100 m ,this region will show you some of the history of our ancestors and how we live in high lands of Bogota region . Try some of the most typical soups, lunch and Desserts of the colombian culture ,for sure you will love it! Our day will finish walking inside the earth! until one of the most beautiful Salt mines of Colombia this 45 minutes Tour will show you one of the most interesting mines in Cundinamarca dedicated to the miners and the Salt Region. Main Attractions: -Sacred Guatavita Lagoon -Guatavita Village -Nemocon Salt Mine

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Day Excursion to Guatavita sacred lagoon + Nemocon salt mine

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita Tour

Discover two of Colombia’s most stunning sights in a single day with this tour of the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and the Guatavita Lagoon. Experience the magic of the place where the legendary history of El Dorado was born, walking along nature trails to contemplate the mystical lagoon surrounded by mountains. Then descend 180 meters underground to explore the incredible Cathedral of Salt, a masterpiece of engineering and spirituality considered the First Wonder of Colombia. This experience combines nature, history, culture and spectacular landscapes, all accompanied by expert guides who will bring each place to life with fascinating stories. With convenient transportation, tickets included and a delicious lunch, you will just have to relax and enjoy the tour. If you are looking for a complete experience that allows you to get to know the best of the history and landscapes of Colombia in one day, this tour is perfect for you.

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Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita Tour

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Private Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavita Transfer from Bogota

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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From Hotel - Guatavita and Zipaquirá - Route of the 7 Treasures

12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

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This tour is unique, it shows you in a single tour the majesty of underground architecture, the magic and mysticism of our ancestral cultures around the Colombian capital, you will always do it in the company of one of our expert guides. The tour begins in the only cathedral built underground in the world, located up to 180 meters below the ground, it is an impressive mega structure where the ingenuity to build a mine of this magnitude is spectacularly combined with the artistic vision of the Christian Stations of the Cross and the construction of a religious temple that integrates a great work of sculpture and lighting. We will continue the tour traveling towards a hidden treasure among the native nature of the Bogotá savannah. At the highest point, in the middle of the mountains, is the sacred lagoon of Guatavita, the place where an ancient legend was born: El Dorado.

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Private Tour Cathedral Sal Zipaquira and Laguna Guatavita

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Explore Guatavita Lake and the Salt Cathedral, two of the area's top attractions, in a single tour from Bogota. You'll travel with a guide dedicated to your private party only, which means you'll enjoy plenty of personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. Take in the scenery of Guatavita Lake on a sightseeing tour, then explore the Salt Cathedral with a provided audio guide. Round-trip private transportation makes for a convenient door-to-door experience.

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Guatavita Lake & Salt Cathedral Tour.

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Lake Guatavita Private Tour from Bogotá with Guatavita Town Visit

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Super Promotion : Salt Cathedral and Lagoon of Guatavita - Collection

You can't miss it, get to know the most interesting places near Bogota in a single day, Guatavita Lagoon, Salt Cathedral, the first wonder of Colombia, La Calera, Tomine Reservoir, colonial town of Guatavita in a single day, you will be able to appreciate magical places, beautiful landscapes, you must be in moderate physical condition since we will walk for approximately 4 hours, in Lake Guatavita it is uphill we climb the mountain to 3100 meters at sea level and in Zipaquira in the mine it is downhill.

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Super Promotion : Salt Cathedral and Lagoon of Guatavita - Collection

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Shared transportation Guatavita and Zipaquirá

Travel with the peace of mind only experts can provide. Our shared transport is the smartest and safest way to explore Colombia’s wonders, offering the reliability of a private tour at a fraction of the cost. With GPS-monitored vehicles, full insurance, and professional staff, your security is our priority in every mile. Punctuality is our Promise. We operate on a strict "Compliance First" schedule to ensure timely departures and optimized routing. Unlike public transport, we provide direct drop-offs at Guatavita and the Salt Cathedral, allowing you to explore these iconic sites at your own pace without ever feeling rushed. This is more than just a ride; it’s a managed tourist experience. Enjoy a seamless journey in a modern, climate-controlled fleet while our hospitality-trained drivers handle the traffic and logistics. It is the perfect, high-quality solution for travelers seeking a dependable and comfortable connection to the best of Bogotá’s surroundings. Do not waste time!

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Shared transportation Guatavita and Zipaquirá

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Guatavita Lake traditional lunch, trasfers and guide

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavita Tour from Bogota, 11 hrs

This one day tour to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira comes with round-trip transport, entrance tickets, and a guided tour of Zipaquira. Skip the lines at the Salt Cathedral with pre-paid admission, and enjoy a tour of this impressive sight led by a professional mine worker. Discover the historically rich town of Zipaquira Town and enjoy a meal in a traditional Colombian restaurant (at your expense) before returning to your hotel in Bogota.

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Private Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavita Tour from Bogota, 11 hrs

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Guatavita Lake - the Legend of “El Dorado”

Since we met, I began to explain some general details about Bogotá, then when we leave the city I will speak about the valley around the city, I will provide information about the originally indigenous habitant called “ Muiscas” , their customs, some of their words and how all this heritage is included now in our society and in our food. We will meet a guide of the lake that speaks about the native culture and will explain why is so popular the Dorado Legend?, we will discuss the meaning of this ceremony. We will feel the mystic of the place, its energy and the relationship between nature and this space. In Guatavita town we will enjoy architecture, food, deserts and also handicrafts shopping.

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Guatavita Lake - the Legend of “El Dorado”

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Explore two of the most popular tourist attractions around Bogota on this full-day tour with a savvy guide that lets you on their fascinating history. Discover why the Salt Cathedral is known as the Jewel of Modern Architecture. Delight in its enthralling history as you hear in-depth commentary on the site details, and enjoy some attractions within the Cathedral. By the way, it is the First Wonder in Colombia. Hike your way up to reach the Guatavita Lake, where the El Dorado Legend was—probably—born. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Andean mountain range and the Colonial architecture of Guatavita town.

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Full-Day Trip to the Salt Cathedral & the Guatavita Lagoon

12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

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Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral + Guatavita Lagoon: Private Trip

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Uncover the ancient legends of Guatavita on a half-day tour of the beautiful landscape from Bogotá. After travelling through the spectacular scenery of the region, you’ll arrive at the New Guatavita, a traditional town famed for its distinctive architecture. Delve into the legend of El Dorado as you visit the beautiful Lake Guatavita, and choose to pay an additional visit to indigenous towns, Zipaquirá or Nemocón, to observe local handicrafts. Round-trip transport from your Bogotá hotel is included.

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Guatavita Half-Day Private Tour (5 Hrs.)

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Lagoon of Guatavita and Casa Loca Full Day Group Tour

Visit the place that gave birth to the legend of El Dorado and take the most amazing photos in a house where everything is backwards! Located a short distance from Bogota, the lagoon is in a stunning natural setting surrounded by mountains and vegetation. On the way there, we are sure you will love the picturesque walk through the Andean mountains, where you can enjoy breathtaking views. There, according to legend, the Muiscas practiced ceremonies by throwing gold objects with precious stones into the lagoon of Guatavita. However, once the Spanish learned of the ritual, history went around the world and became the dream of many Europeans who came to the place in search of gold. Afterwards, we will also visit a popular attraction that will play with your mind: The Mad House. It is a sloping construction that, based on optical illusions, will provide you with a perfect moment of fun for your photos.

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Lagoon of Guatavita and Casa Loca Full Day Group Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Have an adventure in search of the legendary ‘City of Gold’ during this 7-hour private tour to Colombia’s Guatavita region. Explore the architectural treasures of New Guatavita before heading to Guatavita Lagoon, a nearby lake famous for its recovered gold artifacts (and connection to the story of ‘El Dorado’). Before you finish your day you’ll make an optional visit to nearby Zipaquirá or Nemocón, where you can shop for local handicrafts. A private guide, entrance fees, lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included.

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Visit to Guatavita Private Tour from Bogotá (7 Hrs.)

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Tour: Guatavita, Salt Cathedral & Local Cuisine

Discover the best of Bogotá’s savanna on a private tour that combines ancestral history, breathtaking landscapes, and sacred architecture. Start with a guided walk around the Guatavita Lagoon, where you’ll explore the legend of El Dorado from the Muisca worldview. Then head to Zipaquirá for a fusion-style lunch made with local ingredients, followed by a visit to the majestic Salt Cathedral—an underground masterpiece carved in rock. End the day with a stroll through Zipaquirá’s colonial town center. Includes a certified bilingual guide, full-availability private transportation, pre-booked tickets, and water on board. Coordinated by a registered travel agency to ensure a seamless, cultural, and comfortable experience.

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Private Tour: Guatavita, Salt Cathedral & Local Cuisine

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon Private Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita: tickets included

William_S, Sep 2026

The experience was...

The experience was amazing on itself, but even better because of our guide Camilo. I”m super grateful for everything he did with us and for us. Definitely will be with them again!!!

Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita: tickets included

Melissa_D, Sep 2026

Excellent tour, highly recommended

Diego was our driver and he was excellent, very polite and friendly and he even opened the car door for me at each stop! Both tours were great, the only disappointment was on the Guatavita lake tour our guide did not speak any English so we couldn’t understand anything he was saying, luckily one of the other guests spoke English and translated for us. Otherwise we had a great day and would recommend the tour.

Shared Tour Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon

Eskay_K, Sep 2026

Well organized trip,...

Well organized trip, great guide, and very informative along the way. Really enjoyed the experience.

Shared Tour Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon

Meghan_S, Aug 2026

Had a great trip with...

Had a great trip with Sebastian as the tour guide. He was funny and did a great job explaining everything. I did the tour on my first full day in Colombia, so I was a little tired, but the drive time between the stops was perfect for rest breaks.

Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch

Michael_G, Aug 2026

The tour by Grand...

The tour by Grand Columbia Tours was well organized - pick up time, everything as scheduled. Our guid Jose was awesome - very knowledgable and personable. The walk inside the park was guided by their own spanish speaking guide, and Jose was at first teanslating, but then just took it over for us, telling stories about the lake, explaining the plants, geology end everything else. Overall - great experience. I would reccomend this tour with this particular guide, without him it could be a different experience.

Shared Tour Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon

Saveenia_K, Jul 2026

Great cultural and natural experience

The experience was fun, informative and the sites were so breathtaking. The journey to the lagoon was so beautiful and rewarding and the Salt cathedral is really the first wonder of colombia. Every detail was well thought of, even our lunch spot was excellent. Carlos and Jesus were excellent, we had the best time.

Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá Tours: Multiple Options Available

Megan_S, Dec 2025

Great tour - transport and tickets to the salt mines

Good package with just the transfer and tickets to the salt mine. The driver gave good info as we drove (only in Spanish) and arranged entry to the mine - with audio cruises in English. You then tour the mine yourself (or with a guide in Spanish). He then offered for us to have lunch in town (at own cost) or to look around town - which we did.

Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá Tours: Multiple Options Available

Jeff_Y, Aug 2025

Perfect Day Trip into Colombia's History and Legend!

My wife and I took the full-day tour to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and the Laguna de Guatavita, and it was the absolute highlight of our trip to Colombia. It perfectly blends incredible engineering, deep history, and stunning natural beauty. Our guide Lorena was excellent, the transport was comfortable, and everything ran on time.

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If you’re not acclimated the altitude can be a challenge, so plan to move slowly and drink plenty of water.
While short, the hike to the lake crosses rough terrain, making sturdy shoes a must.
Wear layered clothing, as the weather here can change quickly.
All visitors to Lake Guatavita must explore with a tour, which set out regularly from the trailhead.

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