All Salento Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 2

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.

Colombia’s Cocora Valley is characterized by towering wax palm trees, lush valleys, and fragrant coffee farms. Join this private tour for a hike through the area to admire the beautiful landscapes and learn about Colombian coffee culture. While the hike is not strenuous, it does traverse up and down hills and rugged trails, so some level of physical fitness is required.

Santa Rosa de Cabal is renowned for its natural thermal waters, and the hot springs are popular with both locals and travelers. With this sightseeing package, travel straight to the springs by private vehicle, avoiding the hassle of public transport and admiring the UNESCO–listed Coffee Cultural Landscape along the way. On arrival, enjoy free time to hike to the waterfalls and soak in the mineral-rich hot springs independently.

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.

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.

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!"

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

YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE THE ENTIRE SERVICE AS YOU WISH (start/end times-location; you must inform us) Our transfer service allows you to enjoy an exciting trip from Pereira or Armenia to Salento and Cócora, and the best of all is that you can return the same day you purchase it. That's right, in a single day you will be able to experience the beauty of Salento with its cobblestone streets, colorful houses and the majesty of the Cócora Valley with its famous wax palms. Do you have a longer getaway in mind? If you want to spend more time in Salento and Cócora, we invite you to consult our link for private transportation options that allow you to stay an extra day and return at a later time. Simply visit the following link for more details about our custom transportation services: https://www.viator.com/es-ES/tours/Pereira/Private-Transportation-Pereira-to-Salento-Quindio/d28161-373742P3

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.

Coming to the Coffee Region is about letting yourself be in connection with nature and learning about the most popular beverage of the world, but there is more than what meets the eye, if you want to hike some of its forests walk through old tunnels for finding a hidden waterfall, we got you covered! After beautiful hiking, you will have a sightseeing walking tour through the streets of Salento.

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)

At Los Amigos de Salento we offer an experience that you won’t find anywhere else: combine the tradition of Colombian coffee, horseback riding along rivers, mountains and waterfalls, and the warmth of expert local guides. Visitors actively participate in coffee picking and tasting, enjoy stunning landscapes and connect with authentic coffee culture. An educational, fun and memorable adventure for the whole family.

We will go together to see one of the most emblematic and green places in Colombia, the Cocora Valley is a green paradise in South America, with its imposing wax palms and life-filled vegetation. We will also walk through the colorful and colonial houses of the town of Salento. It is an ecological, professional, warm and authentic tour; which will let you know the best of this land, the Andes of Colombia.

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.

We start by going to the Cocora Valley and we will see the best panoramic views of the place, then we will go for a walk in the colonial area of Salento and we will have lunch in one of the best restaurants in the town, we will go to drink a cup of coffee in the most awarded place close to the main park, then we will continue directly to one of the best farms to live a complete coffee experience with the process from bean to cup. Throughout this tour we will have private transportation and a landscape interpreter guide. This signature tour is for lovers of authentic, personalized, comfortable experiences, with organized and friendly service. All this in the land of coffee and the Andes of Colombia.

Live an authentic experience in Colombia’s densest wax palm forest, above the Central Andean Mountains. Only accessible by 4x4 vehicle, this destination offers tranquility and pure nature, away from the crowds. You will learn about the importance of wax palm, its conservation and you will have the opportunity to plant your own palm, leaving a mark on this unique ecosystem. A purposeful experience, perfect for those seeking real connection with nature and local culture.

In Parque PANACA lives connection with countryside and animals, learning and unique and real family fun.

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.

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.

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

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

We have a team of friendly, knowledgeable, and professional drivers. They will make sure your trip from is completely safe and comfortable, so you can relax a bit and enjoy! Avoid any tiring experience regarding transport and let us drive you to or from Armenia airport and to or from your lodging. We will welcome you to our city from the very beginning and, if you are leaving, we will assure you leave it having enjoyed it from start to finish.

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.

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.