All Salento Tours & Excursions in 2026

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.

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.

Trade the typical tourist route for a mountain bike path on a small-group cycling tour through La Carbonera. This all-day excursion is ideal for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with adventure. You’ll pedal and hike your way past yellow-ear parrots, wax palms, and an array of flora and fauna. Throughout the tour, your guide will provide commentary on the biodiversity and indigenous cultures of the Cocora Valley.

Sometimes, there is no better plan than stopping for a moment, relaxing, and letting nature bring you the best of it. In this full-day tour, we will take you to the traditional town of Santa Rosa de Cabal, famous in our country for two things: hot springs and foodstuff, like chorizo. Visit this town and then spent some hours receiving the healing properties of the volcano waters of the hot springs. It’s a chance to revive your spirits. Enjoy this therapeutic experience in the hot and rich in minerals medicinal waters of the thermal springs.

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.

Discover a traditional town famed for thermal springs and gourmet products on a full-day, private tour of Santa Rosa de Cabal. Choosing a private tour lets you customize the day to your preferences, starting with a relaxing soak in natural, mineral-rich hot pools fed by mountain streams. While visiting historic Santa Rosa de Cabal, pause to sample the town’s flavorful chorizo at a beloved local food stand.

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.

10 km of hidden perspectives, timeless scenery, and a traditional drink enjoyed along the way. This experience begins in the morning as we meet in Salento, in front of the clock at the entrance of Calle Real: the main street. From there, we board a traditional public Jeep Willys, the iconic rural transport of the region, and ride into the countryside toward Cocora Valley. We begin hiking along quiet rural paths that lead into the Andean forest, surrounded by lush vegetation, fresh mountain air, and the sounds of nature. As we walk, we share local traditions, slangs, history that makes this region so unique. Along the way, enjoy fresh Colombian fruit and a traditional hot drink while enjoying the valley, listening to the sounds of birds, butterflies, hummingbirds, and connect with the peaceful rhythm of nature. We end the hike surrounded by the landscapes and sounds that make Cocora Valley so special.

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.

Get the best views of Colombia’s sprawling coffee region during a private paragliding day trip to Buneavista from Salento. No previous paragliding experience is required to enjoy this exhilarating experience, which takes place in tandem with a professional paragliding guide who’ll be taking photos and videos that you’ll have the option to purchase afterwards. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean you don’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.

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

Discover the birdlife around Salento. Our tour will teach you where to find and how to ID different bird species. You'll also learn to use birding tools like the eBird & Merlin apps to document your sightings and deepen your knowledge.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

It offers carefully planned experiences, accompanied by trained guides, reliable logistics and dedicated attention to every detail. Whether mountain, nature or culture, we are with you every moment. Dare to book and find out why travelers come back again and again.

The lush jungles and rain forests of Colombia are home to hundreds of bird species, some of which can only be found in this area. Join a small group of fellow bird lovers and set out for a tour to discover the endemic bird species in the Santa Rita Nature Reserve. See a range of species such as the Andean cock-of-the-rock, crested ant-tanager, and cauca guan.

Live a unique mountain experience ascending Morrogacho Hill, an imposing peak that rises in front of the Cocora Valley. This hike is perfect for those looking for a moderate-high challenge, surrounded by cloud forests, endemic birds and stunning landscapes. The trail will take you through magical ecosystems, where haze and vegetation create a mystical atmosphere. At the top, you will be rewarded with one of the best panoramic views of the Cocora Valley and the Cordillera Central. Approximate duration: 6 hours Difficulty level: Moderate – demanding Includes: Local guide, environmental interpretation and stops at strategic viewpoints An ideal hike for adventurers looking to go beyond the conventional and discover the true essence of the Andean mountains. If you like the mountains and challenging your limits, this tour is for you.

This beautiful ride starts from the municipality of Salento Quindío, in this case in the office Cocoratours (below you find the location) is an approximate tour mind of 2 hours 30 minutes (everything depends on the pace of the ride) you pass by the best natural viewpoints of Salento in the middle of a 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). 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)

Do regenerative tourism: not only does it avoid negative impacts, but it generates positive impacts with concrete actions every time we visit the territories Ensure technical safety following international UIAA and UIAGM standards and protocols, with certified and verified high-mountain equipment, which ensures quality and trust on every expedition Offer small or private groups, guaranteeing personalized attention and an authentic, close, and safe experience It is part of the communities it visits, which allows for a genuine cultural immersion and the opportunity to truly connect with the territory and its people. They are contributors to the construction of peace through tourism More than an expedition, it is living an experience with purpose, where we unite the mountain, sport, and communities to leave a positive mark on every visit

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 Pereira airport and to or from your lodgings in Armenia, Pereira, Salento or Filandia. 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. • Not having to think about waiting in a line for taxis or other cars • Comfortable and safe service to or from the airport and to or from Armenia, Pereira, Salento or Filandia • Guarantee of high-quality transport experience • Professional and experienced driver • A person in charge of your arrival, waiting for you at the airport

The short tour through the Cocora Valley offers you a walk through the most emblematic natural areas, with time to enjoy each place. During the tour, you will visit wax palm viewpoints and photographic attractions such as the large Cocora sign, the jeeps for photos, the Nido, the Maya, and the famous Mano, among others. If you have already taken this tour, you can opt for an alternative tour through the private area, which will take you to the heart of the palms. The tour begins in Salento, where you will take a transport to the starting point. The journey begins with a small climb that allows you to appreciate the local crops and nearby farms, with time to rest. Then, you will continue along a path that crosses the Lumbre forest until you reach the impressive Carelia or Patasola waterfall, where you can take photos from the platforms. Although it is not possible to swim in the waterfall, it offers spectacular views to immortalize in images.