Top Activities on the Ground in Colombia - page 5

The best way to get to know the nature of Minca is to live it from the inside: we start with a 40-minute ecological hike through the jungle before reaching the canyon, where 4 waterfalls of 27, 15, 25 and 35 meters descend in the heart of the Sierra Nevada. Always with 2 certified guides, we guarantee safety and personal attention on every descent. Suitable for all levels — adrenaline, nature and adventure in one experience.

Spend an evening out in Santa Marta without the need to figure out where the party is with this lively bus tour. Instead of a traditional car, explore on a lively party bus where you can listen to music and even dance on board. Check off the major spots in the city, including its historic center and the Bay of Santa Marta.

Soak up the natural splendor of Chingaza National Park—one of Colombia’s biggest natural reserves—on a private tour from Bogotá. Hike across varied terrains, discover fascinating flora and fauna, and learn about the region’s culture and geology from your guide. Refuel with a snack in La Calera before hotel pickup and drop-off in Bogotá.

EN a day, explore the city in 360°: trendy neighborhoods, colorful alleys, local markets and panoramic hills. Along the way, you will make stops to admire street art, listen to historical anecdotes and taste typical flavors. Your Guide makes every step come alive and adapts to your needs: photos, coffee breaks or extra stops. Our electric bikes, fully automatic and suitable for all sizes, allow DE ride Medellín effortlessly. You just have to enjoy DE atmosphere, let yourself be carried away and enjoy the experience. EN small group, you will experience an authentic immersion, far DE the mass circuits. Leave with a unique memory DE Medellín: an encounter between history, culture, conviviality and urban transformation.

Colombia is known for its excellent coffee, but most visitors to the country don’t get the chance to learn about coffee and where it’s made. This private tour gives you an insider’s look at coffee production at a beautiful coffee farm. See coffee plants, learn about drying and roasting, and spend time sampling tasty local brews.

It is a tour where our clients will be able to know the magic of our landscapes and our villages, visiting and knowing unique places in the world where they can take pleasant experiences and unforgettable moments.

The La Carbonera tour, known as the Wax Palm Sanctuary, is a 5- to 7-hour tour that allows you to admire the highest wax palms in their natural environment. It is a unique experience in a private space, without massive tourism, with abundant fauna and flora. The tour begins in Salento, Quindío, and may include hiking or Jeep Willys, depending on the visitor’s preferences. The tour goes through viewpoints, waterfalls and rural roads, providing breathtaking views and changing sensations of weather along the way. It is ideal for both those who enjoy walking and those who prefer a vehicle tour. It also includes a snack and tickets, ensuring a complete experience, with local guides explaining the history and culture of the place.

If you’re visiting Medellin for the first time, orient yourself in the City of Eternal Spring with ease on a private sightseeing tour. You’ll tick off both top attractions and off-the-beaten-path gems, and enjoy the freedom to tweak your itinerary according o what interests you most—whether that’s Medellin’s food, art, culture, or history.

Get to know the Coconut Valley with all its artificial, natural attractions with a wide visit, horseback riding to the river with a small waterfall (you can ride without experience) and additional know the real beauty in the valleys and viewpoints of wax palms and its beautiful 360 degree landscapes with its attractions like the big sign Cocora. After so much enjoy nothing better than the typical lunch (Rice, salad, giant patacón of the whole dish with trout, hogao plus lemonade) if you do not like fish you can replace it with beef, chicken chop or pork fillet (depending on the meat the dish may have variations) Venture out on a visit to Santa Rita Waterfall where you can visit a beautiful dream estate and its gardens to start with the rest of the walk past the tunnels of the old railway, the natural forest the landscapes of the campsite and the suspension bridges. When you reach the waterfall you will have a changing area for swimming.

Get up bright and early for a hike through nature with this tour from Bogota. You'll head out to Chicaque Park, where you'll take a 2-km (1.25-mile) hike to a natural waterfall taking in views along the way. You'll then have the option to stop for lunch before making your way back up to the parking area, either on foot or by jeep (for a fee).

It is an experience that shows you the secrets of the ecosystems of the cloud forest and the Cocora valley, where our guides will teach you to see what normally few people find. You will find a dazzling number of wax palms, thousands of hummingbirds in the Acaime Nature Reserve until you reach the sight of Cerro Morrogacho. Your route will be 12 kilometers to connect with nature, starting at an altitude of 1,900 meters above sea level in Salento up to 2,850 meters above sea level at the Mirador La Montaña.

Explore the highlights of Minca your way on this private day trip. You can customize the itinerary to suit your needs, but most travelers love visiting a wide variety of cultural and natural sites. Check out the views and beautiful waterfalls of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park and soak in a thermal pool. Learn about the local culture and gastronomy at the Museo del Cacao and enjoy a cup.

It is a demanding and fun trekking, where you will learn about history, culture and conservation of ecosystems, while you walk and explore this mythical mountain of the cliffs of Cali. And most importantly with CHE trips, when traveling you contribute to children with limited resources.

Experience Medellín from the perspective of someone in a wheelchair with a MATT device. You will be part of a social transformation through inclusive tourism. In our educational tours you will learn about the places, but you will also become aware of and experience the challenges of accessibility, connecting not only with your experience, but also with the story of your guide, who is a person with reduced mobility. At the end, you will have more clarity about inclusion and exclusion, universal design, and about the Matt device and the impact that we have achieved and that we want to reach. Join the movement!

Medellin might be most famous for its culture, but the city is surrounded by natural landscapes begging to be explored. Experience the great outdoors near Medellin on a full-day active tour that combines ziplining, an ATV tour, and horseback riding. On this private tour, your guide provide undivided attention, too, so you can enjoy the activities at your own pace.

Spend a day immersed in Colombia’s lush nature on this full-day excursion from Cali to the San Cipriano Natural Reserve. With a small group, go on jungle walks, swim in the pristine waters, kayak or tube along the San Cipriano River, and much more. This is a day filled with adventure and not to be missed.

The Tournament Players Club in Cartagena meets the world-class PGA-quality standards expected of a big-name golf club, but is located right on the stunning Karibana Beach in Colombia. This tour gets you in the doors of the designer golf club, and then lets you loose on the green for 18 holes. After playing, relax in the clubhouse or swim in the semi-Olympic pool before getting dropped off at your hotel.

Leave Cartagena’s hustle and bustle behind for the day on a group tour to Tayrona National Park. Known for its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and diverse wildlife, the park offers the perfect escape for nature enthusiasts. Itinerary highlights include a refreshing dip in Cabo San Juan, a scenic hike through tropical forests, and an opportunity to meet members of the Kogui indigenous community.

Rather than wasting time walking between sights, cover more of Medellin’s highlights in less time on an electric bike tour that helps you get your bearings in the City of Eternal Spring with ease. This compact experience is the perfect introduction to Medellin, and conveniently comes with all equipment.

If you’re tired of the busy city streets, venture out of Medellin for a fun day of rafting on the Claro River, without the stress of planning logistics. Travel from the city center to the canyon and gear up for an exciting rafting session on the clear waters surrounded by lush rainforest. Later, enjoy a hydro-hiking activity and explore Condor Cavern with a guide.

Travel deep into the heart of Antioquia's jungle on a private trekking and rafting tour from Medellin. Spread out across two days with a private guide leading the way, you’re able to fully appreciate the adventure without feeling rushed. In addition to rafting and hiking into a canyon, highlights include cultural visits to rural towns and camping in hammocks. Transportation and three meals are conveniently provided to complete the experience.

Venture into the heart of the tropical dry forest with a unique hiking experience at Fundación Loros, a 1,000-acre natural reserve located just an hour from Cartagena. This sanctuary is dedicated to the rehabilitation and release of parrots and macaws rescued from illegal trafficking, while also protecting species like the Cotton-top Tamarin, Red Howler Monkey, and Capuchin Monkey. As you hike through biodiversity-rich trails surrounded by mountains, you’ll encounter stunning views and a variety of wildlife, including macaws, toucans, sloths, and turtles. Fundación Loros collaborates closely with local farmers to promote sustainable practices and support nearby communities. A visit to this reserve is more than just a hike—it’s an opportunity to connect with nature, contribute to conservation, and witness the incredible biodiversity of this unique ecosystem.

Explore the ancient lost city of Perdida on this epic 3-night tour. Trek through the jungle and mountains of Colombia, seeing some of the most lush landscapes and dramatic scenery anywhere in South America. Follow your guide through the wilderness down trails and tracks and gain special access to the Ciudad Perdida archaeological zone.

This private hiking tour was started by a group of local families who wanted to share their home’s landscapes, biodiversity, and culture with the world. Trek to areas that aren’t crowded with tourists and see rainforests, waterfalls, and beautiful views of the mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Eat and sleep at locals’ homes along the way for the ultimate cultural exchange.