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Why choose our guided experience? We do not offer only one tour. We create moments that stay with you forever. Our guided tour of Salento, the majestic Cocora Valley and the charming village of Filandia is designed for those who seek much more than just beautiful photos: connection, culture and authenticity. What makes us different: • Passionate local guides: We know every corner, every story and every secret of the region because we live here. We guide you with love for our land. • Itineraries designed to enjoy without running: We take the time to live every place, not just see it. • Authentic experiences: From walks between wax palms to cafes on traditional estates and hidden lookouts in Philandia, every stop has a soul. • Small groups, close treatment: You're not a number here. We customize each tour so you can live a more intimate and memorable experience.

Come with us and visit UNESCO’s Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia Heritage Site and explore it thoroughly. If you want to cover all those essential places of the Coffee Region, we have the best option for you. Visit Filandia and Salento, the two must-see little and charming towns that boast the “cafetero” spirit and on top of that get to know the mesmerizing Cocora Valley and its wide field of palm trees. In this complete tour, you will have the chance to explore the land of our national tree, the Wax Palm Tree, in the Cocora Valley. You will hike around the best viewpoints of the coffee cultural landscape. Then you will visit the two iconic little towns: Salento and Filandia and you will stroll around its colorful, vibrant and traditional houses while you learn about the traditions, gastronomy, and lifestyle of this region.

Live the magic of the Cocora Valley of the hans of the best professionals and immerse yourself in the typical coffee culture of Salento. Our goal is to inspire hikers to continue hiking and discovering the beauty of our region.

Visiting Machín Volcano Hill, located in the Tolima department, is a unique experience for several reasons: Sleeping Volcanic Activity: Although it is an active volcano, Machín has been at rest for centuries, which allows us to know a volcanic caldera in relative calm. This combination of wilderness and volcanic activity is fascinating for geologists and adventure lovers. Spectacular landscapes: The surroundings of the volcano offer stunning Andean landscapes, with green mountains, rivers, and rich biodiversity. It is an ideal place for ecotourism and nature photography.

For us it is very important to create sustainable tourism in Colombia, we care a lot about customer satisfaction and we love nature. The Cocora Valley is a unique place in the world, I assure you that if you have not seen it in Colombia you will not see it anywhere else in the world. When you enter you feel a unique energy and you will quickly feel captivated by its landscapes and its majestic wax palms. By booking with us you will not only connect with nature but you will also learn a little about our culture, The trip in a Jeep is something very typical of our region where many traditions are still preserved. Our guides have many years of experience with foreign and local tourism. If you want to see the Cocora Valley, learn, feel safe, and have a good time, come and meet with us.

Discover Salento’s towering palms, mountain coffee farms, and colorful architecture on a full-day, private tour exploring regional highlights. Start with a morning walk through Cocora Valley’s record-topping wax palms, learn about local coffee production on a scenic farm, then tour Salento’s colorful town center. Exploring with a private guide offers a personal introduction to Colombia’s coffee country, with the flexibility to enjoy each destination at your own pace.

Visit Hacienda Venecia in this completely private tour and learn about the origin, history, different species, growing, harvesting, production, and processing of the world's most famous beverage: Coffee!

Explore the Cocora Valley, home to the world's tallest palm trees, with a private guide on this full-day tour. Wander through the valley, capturing its beauty and towering palm trees. Immerse yourself in the charm of Salento, concluding your journey in the laidback ambiance of Filandia, where you can experience authentic coffee town life.

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.

Give yourself a unique experience, experiencing crossing tha cordillera de los Andes, getting up to 4.400 meters above sea level, contemplating the wonderful view from the imposing National Park los Nevados Recharge your lungs and free your mind with this adventure in Los Nevados National Park (3 days). Immerse yourself in the diversity of ecosystems that the majestic Andes Mountains present to us. Live the magic of the Páramo ecosystem with the best professionals and everything you need included. Our goal is to inspire hikers to continue hiking and discovering the beauty of our region. We will wait for you!

Is a different way to know about the coffee process and heritage in the zone, we visited very beautiful coffee plantations and the route is so quite for go cycling, is surrounded by nature and beautiful landscapes, in our Farm San Jose we have our own farm coffee and the people could enjoy the animals, plants, fruit trees and the company from local people.

Come and experience a journey through nature like no other! Our thrilling excursion begins in Salento to the Cocora Valley, where we will explore valleys, an imposing high wax palm forest, and its pure and sacred waters. Our experience with international tourists allows us to have 100% bilingual guides, who understand how our clients like to live local experiences. We guarantee all the equipment, comforts, and security necessary to make this a unique adventure in the Cocora Valley.

Join us on a 4-5-hour immersive tour at the Evelyza Cacao Farm, located in the beautiful town of Circasia, deep within Colombia’s Coffee Triangle. This family-owned farm has dedicated itself to sustainable and organic cacao production, offering visitors an authentic look into the process from bean to bar. You will share with local experts who will explain the secrets of cultivating fine Colombian cacao and help you experience the traditional chocolate-making process firsthand. Alongside this, you will enjoy stunning Andean landscapes and indulge in some delicious handmade chocolate. Let our expert guides show you the intricate world of cacao farming, Colombia’s long tradition in the craft, and the growing global appreciation for its fine chocolate. This tour is perfect for anyone looking to understand more about Colombian agriculture and the artisan chocolate industry.

If you want to enjoy the cutest trekking of Quindío, through a unique and unforgettable experience, with us you will have the opportunity to live it; while enjoying beautiful views of the wax palm and different types of birds. You will be accompanied by people who will make you feel the love of nature and you will immerse yourself in the magic of the mountain. This experience is designed for people of all ages and the tour will take place according to the physical level of each Keep in mind that if you have health problems or a heart history, this tour is not ideal for you

Dive deep into the world of Colombia's most awarded coffee with an exclusive experience at Hacienda San Alberto. This isn't just a tour; it's your ungoogleable pass to witness the meticulous craft behind exceptional coffee, from plant to cup. You'll stroll through lush coffee plantations, unravel the secrets of processing, and engage your senses in an expert-led coffee tasting. Discover why this highly acclaimed brand sets the standard for quality, all while surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of the Coffee Region.

A trip to the Coffee Triangle wouldn’t be complete without visiting the traditional small coffee towns, especially when they are cute, colorful, and full of tradition, are we right? So, come with us on this fun and mesmerizing cultural tour around the two coffee towns you cannot miss. Join us on this Filandia and Salento Coffee Towns Tour and let these two towns embody the essence of the Coffee Cultural Landscape and show you a bit of everything that our incredible Coffee Region has for you to discover. Trust us, this will be a real treat for you. Exploring Filandia’s main spots and viewpoints Walking around the main streets of Salento A brief lesson about UNESCO’s Coffee Cultural Landscape World Heritage Site Time to take tons of pictures of the coffee towns and the coffee landscapes.

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.

Unlike other tours in the Cocora Valley, this tour takes you to discover hidden waterfalls and untraveled landscapes, giving you a more authentic and peaceful experience, away from the massive tourist routes. The difference is in the details: • Private walks, allowing close and personalized accompaniment. • We share stories, legends and facts about the biodiversity of the Cocora that you will not find in traditional guides. • We show you the best viewpoints for unique photos. • We are local guides, ensuring direct contact with culture and territory. More than a hike, you will live an intimate, natural and transformative experience, ideal for those who seek real connection with the mountain and not just a photo in the Valley.

If what you want is to see birds, wax palms and different species of flora, this tour is for you. It is an easy-medium level walk, it takes approximately 3 hours to get to the farm and if Mr. Ferney is at home, we will taste a delicious traditional drink called ''aguapanela'', with cheese while the birds visit us. I will be very happy to be able to share this joy with you. The mountain awaits us

We started in Salento Quindío meeting point with the guide to board the transport that would take us to the Cocora Valley. Where our adventure will start walking through the artificial attractions with time for photos: The chieftain hand, butterfly, jeep, net, nest, Cocora signs, condor wings among others. But hiking with guide to the mountain viewpoint with breaks to see and know through explanations and environmental interpretation the entire Cocora Valley and its lush forests of wax palms to descend to transport. Finally, we make the route with the transport through the different coffee farms seeing the coffee plants and cultural landscapes until we arrive at the Buenos Aires farm, where we will be welcomed with a delicious peasant lunch and then dress up in typical costume and start with the collection, explanation of grinding, catchment among other stages of the tour to return new mind to Salento where the Pasadía ends.

Coming to the Coffee Region is about letting yourself be in connection with nature and learning about the most popular beverage of the world. If this is what you are looking for, join us in this 8-hour tour across the Cocora Valley and a specialized coffee farm. Hike some of its mountains, and learn about about Colombian coffee farming culture. Finish your day having a tasteful and 100% Colombian coffee. All of this with the company of an expert guide. • A walk to remember around the Cocora Valley • A brief lesson about the Coffee Triangle and the Wax Palm Trees for its environmental and popular importance • A guided tour along the farm and its plantation • Getting to know the full process of growing coffee, from its seeds to the roasting • Picking up coffee cherries and planting coffee seedlings • A brief lesson about the great value of coffee for Colombian coffee growers and the country’s economy in general. • High-quality Colombian coffee tasting

Come with us and visit UNESCO’s Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia Heritage Site and explore it thoroughly. If you want to cover all those essential places of the Coffee Region, we have the best option for you. Visit Filandia and Salento, the two must-see little and charming towns that boast the “cafetero” spirit and on top of that get to know the mesmerizing Cocora Valley and its wide field of palm trees. In this complete tour, you will have the chance to explore the land of our national tree, the Wax Palm Tree, in the Cocora Valley. You will hike around the best viewpoints of the coffee cultural landscape. Then you will visit the two iconic little towns: Salento and Filandia and you will stroll around its colorful, vibrant and traditional houses while you learn about the traditions, gastronomy, and lifestyle of this region.

The Camino Nacional is a hotspot for birdwatching in Colombia's coffee region. Join a small group and observe several bird species of the mid- to high-Andean range. This area is home to a number of colorful, eye-catching, and rare bird species. Your guide takes you along the route in search of the lesser violetear, Andean motmot, Emerald toucanet, the golden-olive woodpecker, and many more.

If you enjoy natural destinations but you like levelling up your experiences: ride your horses and discover Colombia’s beauty through its national parks. In this tour, you will be guided along the mountains of Cocora Valley. You will learn about Colombian farming traditions, and have the chance of taking incredible pictures of the breathtaking landscapes. We have designed this for you to have a fulfilling trip. - Visiting Salento on the back of a horse - Exploring stunning landscapes - Getting in touch with locals - Learning about the Coffee Region, its fauna and flora like the National Palm Tree - Unforgettable memories of your trip to Cocora Valley