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Discover the natural beauty of Cocora Valley on this shared tour. Meet us at the central square of Salento, where our transportation will take you to the heart of the valley. With its towering wax palms and lush green landscapes, Cocora Valley is one of Colombia’s most iconic destinations. Our expert guide will accompany you throughout the tour, offering insights into the flora, fauna, and history of the region. All tickets and transportation from Salento are included, making this a hassle-free way to experience one of the country’s most stunning locations. Cocora Valley is home to the world’s tallest palm trees, the wax palms, which stand over 60 meters high. The lush valley is part of the larger Los Nevados National Natural Park and provides visitors with breathtaking scenery and opportunities for exploration. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and those looking to experience one of the most beautiful landscapes in Colombia. If you wish, you can add a Coffee Farm experience

Cocora Valley Shared Tour

Free Cancellation
4 hours 15 minutes

Dive into the fascinating world of coffee and discover why Colombia is known for having some of the best quality beans in the world. This shared tour from Salento is the perfect opportunity to learn everything about the coffee process—from seed to cup. You’ll visit a traditional coffee farm where you’ll get to participate in the entire coffee-making process. From planting seedlings and picking ripe coffee cherries to savoring a freshly brewed cup, this short but immersive experience will help you truly appreciate the journey behind every cup of coffee. If you wish, you can add a Cocora Valley experience

Coffee Farm Shared Tour from Salento

Free Cancellation
4 hours

Immerse yourself in Colombia's natural landscapes and distinct flavors on a private day tour of the Cocora Valley. First, relax, as private transportation takes you from your Salento accommodation to Los Nevados National Natural Park. Then, follow your guide on a scenic hike through Colombia's UNESCO-listed Coffee Cultural Landscape. Next, visit a coffee farm to learn about the coffee-making process, from picking the cherries to grinding the beans.

Cocora Valley, Salento and Coffee Farm Day Tour

Free Cancellation
8 hours

Price varies by group size

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YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE THE ENTIRE SERVICE AS YOU WISH (start/end times-location; you must inform us) Prepared for the most chévere tour of the Coffee Axis with the best company, Transport and Tourism of the Axis Welcome to the ride that will make you vibrate in thermals of holy rose of horse! This isn’t just a simple tour, it’s an experience that will blow your head! What makes this tour so special is not only the amazing places we visit, but the vibe and good vibe we carry every step. You will be accompanied by guides who know how to have the best time, telling you curious stories and funny anecdotes. We want you to feel like part of this great family, Transport and Axis Tourism So you know, if you want to live an unforgettable and adventure-filled trip, this tour is for you. Come with us to hot springs of mackerel rose, and prepare for an experience that will leave you flipping on how handsome the Coffee Shaft is!"

Tour to hot springs of Santa Rosa from Pereira, Armenia or Salento

4 hours

Price varies by group size

This beautiful ride starts from the municipality of Salento Quindío, in this case in the office Cocoratours (below you find the location) is a tour approximately 2 hours 30 minutes (it all depends on the pace of the ride) you pass by the best natural viewpoints of Salento in the middle of forest by the national road with the possibility of seeing different types of birds on the way, you continue along the road on land until you reach the sestillal estate where you will pay an access (included) to be able to walk through the estate to the waterfall. Time of stay and return Note : This Ride is not in the Cocora Valley, it is in the surroundings of Salento (the photos are of some of our visitors or clients , who have toured in the Cocora Valley and have mixed as suggestions for other tours, being part of the Photographic archive). the rides are only done in Spanish language (to have a bilingual guide you must pay an additional 70 usd)

Horseback riding to the viewpoints and the Sestillal waterfall in Salento

Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes

Price varies by group size

Endemic Birds Tour in Salento

Free Cancellation
5 hours

Price varies by group size

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.

Hiking through the Cocora Valley Waterfalls

Free Cancellation
3 hours

Cocora Valley and Salento Hike Tour

Free Cancellation
6 hours

Price varies by group size

Howler Monkeys & Birds Hiking Gallery Forest

Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours

Price varies by group size

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.

Filandia, Salento and Cocora Valley Tour

Free Cancellation
8 to 10 hours

Price varies by group size

Explore Colombia’s scenic ‘Coffee Triangle’ on a private tour that includes a hands-on experience at a small-scale coffee farm. You’ll follow coffee production from the plantation to roasted beans, with the chance to pick coffee cherries, plant coffee seedlings, and sample top-quality local coffee. It’s a more personal alternative to visiting the region's large-scale farms, and features a home-cooked meal of Colombian cuisine.

Coffee Farm and Salento Walking Tour

Free Cancellation
5 hours

Price varies by group size

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.

Filandia, Salento and Cocora Valley Tour

Free Cancellation
8 to 10 hours

Price varies by group size

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.

Filandia and Salento Coffee Towns Tour

Free Cancellation
5 to 6 hours

Price varies by group size

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.

Tour La Carbonera. A large forest of Palmas de Cera

Free Cancellation
6 hours 30 minutes

Price varies by group size

WATERFALL OF BARCINALES

This tour combines the experience of riding on nature trails, country roads and green mountain areas with a visit to the Cascade de Barcínales, a quiet and uncrowded place that allows an authentic connection with nature. Horses are tame and well trained, the course is guided and safe, and the pace is ideal to enjoy unhurriedly, take pictures and live Salento in a different and memorable way.

Waterfall of barcinales

Free Cancellation
2 hours

This unique activity combines birding and hiking, offering a fresh perspective on the captivating Cocora Valley. Designed for adventurous spirits who yearn to explore the incredible fauna, flora, history, and culture of the Colombian Central Andes. Immerse yourself in the vibrant avian life of Cocora, where birdsong fills the air. Join us on a journey to encounter a diverse array of species, including dazzling hummingbirds, vibrant tanagers, magnificent toucans, and the awe-inspiring Andean Condor, the largest flying bird on Earth.

Cocora Valley: Birding & Hiking with Breakfast & Lunch

Free Cancellation
8 hours

Price varies by group size

IMPORTANT: TIME AND COLLECTION you can choose or customize the pickup and finish TIME you want, we adapt to your schedule and needs. The great advantage of this tour is its flexibility. We can pick them up at your HOTEL / AIRPORT. If you can't find your hotel listed, select the nearest point and we'll adjust it. If you arrive at the airport, you can safely leave your bags in the vehicle. ALSO: difficulty., effort. it is your tour, you choose the intensity of the activity... the Day before the tour we contact you via WHATSAPP to give you details Prepared for the most chévere tour of the Coffee Axis with the best company, Transport and Tourism of the Axis Welcome to the ride that will make you vibrate in Salento, Cocora Valley plus Buenos Aires Estate! This is not only a simple tour, it is an experience you will love; you will be accompanied by guides who know how to make you have the best time, telling you relevant facts and curious stories

Salento and Cócora Tour plus Coffee Farm from Pereira or Armenia

Free Cancellation
7 hours

Price varies by group size

YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE THE ENTIRE SERVICE AS YOU WISH (start/end times-location; you must inform us) Are you ready for the coolest tour of the Coffee Axis with the best company, Transport and Tourism of the Axis? Welcome to the ride that will make you vibrate in Salento, Cócora mas Cabalgata! This is not just a simple tour, it is an experience that will blow your mind! What makes this tour so special is not only the incredible places we visit, but the vibe and good vibes we bring with us every step of the way. You will be accompanied by guides who know how to make you have the best time, telling you curious stories and funny anecdotes. We want you to feel like part of this great family. So now you know, if you want to live an unforgettable trip full of adventure, this tour is for you. Come with us to Salento, Cócora mas Cabalgata, and get ready for an experience that will leave you amazed at how beautiful the Coffee Region is!"

Tour Salento, Cócora + Horseback Riding from Pereira or Armenia

Free Cancellation
6 to 7 hours

Price varies by group size

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

Cocora Valley, Salento and Coffee Farm Day Tour

Free Cancellation
8 to 10 hours

Price varies by group size

Cultural Coffee bike tour

Free Cancellation
4 hours

Price varies by group size

This tour is a perfect blend of adventure, natural beauty, and cultural immersion. Begin your journey with an exciting ride in authentic Willys Jeeps, taking you through the picturesque landscapes of the Cocora Valley. Once you arrive, you’ll be guided through the valley’s stunning trails, surrounded by the iconic wax palms that tower over the landscape. Along the way, an expert guide will share fascinating insights into the palms’ cultural and ecological significance, enriching your experience with a deeper understanding of this remarkable region. The tour also offers ample opportunities for birdwatching, photography, and connecting with nature. After your hike, relax with a traditional Colombian lunch, enjoying local flavors and swapping stories with fellow travelers. This tour captures the essence of Colombia’s natural beauty and heritage, making it an unforgettable experience for any traveler.

Cocora Valley Hiking Tour with Lunch

Free Cancellation
7 hours

Price varies by group size

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.

Wax Palms, Salento and Coffee Private Full Day Tour

Free Cancellation
8 hours

Price varies by group size

Shifts available: Turn 1: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Turn 2: 2:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m With Transport and Tourism of the Axis the tour begins in Salento, where the guide will meet you and accompany you to take the transport to the Cocora Valley. It is usually traveled in Jeep Willys, although it can also be done in Duster vans, subject to availability. The journey takes 20 minutes to one of the most iconic landscapes in Colombia. In the reserve Bosques de Palmas you will enjoy nature, photos and the imposing wax palms. Hopefully, they'll see a condor. The trail is irregular and with slopes, so good footwear is recommended. ️ The weather can vary during the day, ideal to wear a light jacket or waterproof. In the end, I return to Salento on the same transport. If you have questions, the guide will contact you to help you before or during the booking.

Cocora Valley Shared Tour from Salento

Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours

Price varies by group size

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.

Full Day Climbing The Cocora Valley with Lunch

7 hours

Price varies by group size

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