Complete guide Sierra de la Macarena National Park: waterfalls, colorful rivers, jungles and biodiversity
In brief Lost in the heart of Colombia, between the plains of the eastern Llanos and the lush ecosystems that link the Andes, the Amazon and the Orinoco, Sierra de la Macarena National Nature Park is one of South America’s most fascinating natural wonders. This park is more than just a backdrop: it’s a veritable […]
Caño Cristalitos – Mirador trail: hike to Caño Cristales’ hidden little sister
In brief Lost in the heart of Colombia, in the department of Meta, La Macarena is a small village that intrigues as much as it fascinates. If its name rings a bell, it’s probably because it’s the gateway to the famous rainbow river, Caño Cristales. But to reduce La Macarena to this natural spectacle would […]
Los Pianos trail: Caño Cristales’ best sites in one hike
In brief In the heart of Colombia’s Sierra de La Macarena National Park, flows one of the world’s most astonishing rivers: Caño Cristales. Nicknamed the “river of five colors”, this waterway owes its red, yellow and green hues to a unique aquatic plant, the Macarenia clavigera, which colors the riverbed and transforms the landscape into […]
Pailones trail: hiking through jungle, rocks and rivers
In brief In the heart of the Sierra de la Macarena, the Pailones trail reveals a more discreet – but no less spectacular – side of Caño Cristales. Here, far from the most famous areas, you’ll explore a sector where the famous aquatic plant colors the landscape in intense green, giving the natural pools unique […]
Laguna del Silencio: hiking in the Macarena jungle
In brief In the heart of the Sierra de la Macarena, far off the beaten track and away from the hustle and bustle of the world, the Laguna del Silencio is aptly named. Here, everything invites you to slow down. Right from the start, you’re enveloped by an almost unreal atmosphere of dense jungle,calm waters […]
Visit Caño Cristales: our 6-day stay in the heart of unique nature
In brief Lost in the heart of Colombia, in the department of Meta, La Macarena is a small village that intrigues as much as it fascinates. If its name rings a bell, it’s probably because it’s the gateway to the famous rainbow river, Caño Cristales. But to reduce La Macarena to this natural spectacle would […]
Visit La Macarena: gateway to Caño Cristales… and much more besides
In brief Lost in the heart of Colombia, in the department of Meta, La Macarena is a small village that intrigues as much as it fascinates. If its name rings a bell, it’s probably because it’s the gateway to the famous rainbow river, Caño Cristales. But to reduce La Macarena to this natural spectacle would […]
Santa María la Antigua del Darién Archaeological Park: From Indigenous Tribes to the First Spanish Village in South America
No ATM! There are no ATMs in San Francisco or Trigana, so be sure to bring enough cash to cover all your expenses: lodging, meals, activities, and transportation. In a nutshell In the heart of the Caribbean department of Chocó, in northwestern Colombia, a quiet place nonetheless tells the story of one of the most […]
Hiking between San Francisco and Triganá: a walk along the sea
No ATM! San Francisco and Trigana have no ATMs, so make sure you have enough cash to cover all your needs: accommodation, meals, activities and transportation. Our experience If you’re looking for an activity that’s neither too long nor too difficult in the San Francisco – Triganá region, this walk between the two villages could […]
