Samaria Valley: complete guide to the authentic alternative to Cocora
In brief Nestled in the verdant heights of the Caldas department, the Samaria valley is one of the best preserved natural wonders of Colombia’s coffee region. Less well known than the famous Cocora Valley, it offers an equally spectacular experience, with its giant wax palms, winding trails and breathtaking panoramas. Far from the tourist crowds, […]
Dendrobates of Colombia: colorful, poisonous jewels of the rainforest
Imagine yourself in the heart of a Colombian rainforest, where the humid air is filled with the scent of plants and the calls of birds mingle with the hum of insects. Between the giant ferns, a tiny silhouette catches your eye: a frog only a few centimetres long, but shining like a living jewel. Bright […]
Visit Chicamocha National Park: Colombia’s largest canyon
In brief The immensity of the Chicamocha canyon, with its average depth of 2,000 metres, offers an unrivalled natural spectacle. This colossal natural formation is the largest canyon in Colombia and one of the deepest on the planet, stretching beneath immense skies and semi-desert landscapes. Paragliding flights allow you to appreciate the canyon’s majestic beauty. […]
Juan Curí waterfall: how to get there, what to do, practical tips
As far as we know, there are two paths leading to the Juan Curí waterfall. Both cross private land and require payment of an entrance fee. In this article, we’ll only be talking about the Parque Ecológico Juan Curí trail, which we took ourselves. We have not tested the other route. In brief The Juan […]
Los Frailes waterfall: a rewarding walk not far from Pereira
In brief The Los Frailes waterfall, near Pereira (Risaralda), is a 70-metre waterfall surrounded by sub-Andean jungle. The hike to this spot is an easy one of around 2.5 km (3-hour round trip) through vegetation-lined paths. Along the way, you can spot endemic birds such as the pava caucana and, if you’re lucky, mammals such […]
Santa Rosa de Cabal: thermal baths in an enchanting setting
In brief Perched in the mountains of the Risaralda region, in the heart of Colombia’s famous Eje Cafetero, Santa Rosa de Cabal is a small town that hides a natural treasure: its spectacular thermal baths. Fed by natural hot springs, Santa Rosa’s thermal baths offer a unique experience, between deep relaxation and total immersion in […]
Visit Minca: a jungle and mountain getaway on the Caribbean coast
In brief Nestled in the lush foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca is a small mountain village of discreet charm, but incredible natural wealth. Just 45 minutes from Santa Marta, this haven of peace perched at an altitude of 650 metres offers a striking contrast to the hustle and bustle of the […]
Reserva Orquideas near Jardín: orchids, clouds and hummingbirds
In brief Just a few kilometers from the center of Jardín, one of Colombia’s most picturesque villages, lies a place that will delight lovers of flora, and orchids in particular: the Reserva Natural Orquídeas (not to be confused with the Las Orquídeas National Park to the west of Medellín). Nestled in the Andes mountains of […]
Visit La Chorrera waterfall: Colombia’s largest waterfall just outside Bogotá
In brief Just an hour’s drive from Bogotá, hidden in the heart of the Colombian Andes, lies a little-known natural treasure: the La Chorrera waterfall. At 590 metres high, it is the largest waterfall in Colombia and one of the most impressive in South America. And yet, despite its proximity to the capital, it remains […]
