{"id":42514,"date":"2025-02-09T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-09T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/visit-the-iguaque-sanctuary-the-secret-paramo-on-the-outskirts-of-villa-de-leyva\/"},"modified":"2025-12-18T16:29:24","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T15:29:24","slug":"visit-the-iguaque-sanctuary-the-secret-paramo-on-the-outskirts-of-villa-de-leyva","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-the-iguaque-sanctuary-the-secret-paramo-on-the-outskirts-of-villa-de-leyva\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit the Iguaque Sanctuary: the secret paramo on the outskirts of Villa de Leyva"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-a3cde3\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\">\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-2511c5\"><strong>In brief<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9a0b83\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div  id=\"jtg-28678\" class=\"modula modula-gallery modula-columns\" data-config=\"{&quot;tabletHeight&quot;:800,&quot;mobileHeight&quot;:800,&quot;desktopHeight&quot;:800,&quot;enableTwitter&quot;:false,&quot;enableWhatsapp&quot;:false,&quot;enableFacebook&quot;:false,&quot;enablePinterest&quot;:false,&quot;enableLinkedin&quot;:false,&quot;enableEmail&quot;:false,&quot;randomFactor&quot;:0,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;grid&quot;,&quot;columns&quot;:12,&quot;gutter&quot;:10,&quot;mobileGutter&quot;:10,&quot;tabletGutter&quot;:10,&quot;desktopGutter&quot;:10,&quot;enableResponsive&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;tabletColumns&quot;:2,&quot;mobileColumns&quot;:1,&quot;lazyLoad&quot;:0,&quot;lightboxOpts&quot;:{&quot;animated&quot;:true,&quot;Thumbs&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;modern&quot;,&quot;showOnStart&quot;:false},&quot;Toolbar&quot;:{&quot;display&quot;:{&quot;right&quot;:[&quot;close&quot;]},&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;Carousel&quot;:{&quot;Panzoom&quot;:{&quot;touch&quot;:true},&quot;infinite&quot;:false},&quot;keyboard&quot;:{&quot;Escape&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;Delete&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;Backspace&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;PageUp&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;PageDown&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;,&quot;ArrowUp&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;,&quot;ArrowDown&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;ArrowRight&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;ArrowLeft&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;},&quot;wheel&quot;:&quot;slide&quot;,&quot;touch&quot;:true,&quot;backdropClick&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;l10n&quot;:{&quot;CLOSE&quot;:&quot;Close&quot;,&quot;NEXT&quot;:&quot;Next&quot;,&quot;PREV&quot;:&quot;Previous&quot;,&quot;Error&quot;:&quot;The requested content cannot be loaded. 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This enchanting place is famous for its <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/paramos-discovering-a-unique-and-vital-andean-ecosystem\/\">p\u00e1ramo<\/a>, one of the most precious ecosystems on the planet, as well as for the Iguaque lagoon, a sacred site according to Muisca mythology, considered the cradle of humanity in their legends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Exploring this sanctuary is much more than a simple hike along trails lined with frailejones and breathtaking landscapes. It&#8217;s a unique opportunity to connect with nature and the ancestral traditions that see this land as a spiritual space. The climb to the lagoon, situated at an altitude of over 3,600 metres, is a challenge for the adventurous, but the spectacular view at the summit is worth every effort.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Ideal for ecotourism enthusiasts, the Iguaque Sanctuary combines biodiversity, history and physical challenge, encouraging reflection and preservation of the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-322f0a\"><div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-5e7490\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Iguaque Sanctuary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-d44486\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Department : Boyac\u00e1 (Andes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Founded: 1977<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Surface area: 6,750 hectares<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Altitude: 2,400 to 3,800 m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Ecosystems: Andean and sub-Andean forests, <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/paramos-discovering-a-unique-and-vital-andean-ecosystem\/\">p\u00e1ramos<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Climate: Temperate and cold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Access from <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-villa-de-leyva-one-of-colombias-17-heritage-villages\/\">Villa de Leyva<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-5e7490\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our opinion: a physical challenge to find peace \u2605<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">A serious look. That&#8217;s what greeted us when we told our host in <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-villa-de-leyva-one-of-colombias-17-heritage-villages\/\">Villa de Leyva<\/a> about our desire to hike in the Iguaque Sanctuary. And with good reason: reaching the Iguaque lagoon is no walk in the park. The trail, entirely uphill and then downhill, winds its way through sometimes rugged and demanding terrain. It&#8217;s not an adventure to be taken lightly, and it&#8217;s best to be physically prepared for the challenge. While the panoramas may not rival the immensity of <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-chingaza-national-park-a-magnificent-paramo-on-bogotas-outskirts\/\">Chingaza<\/a> or the splendour of El Cocuy, Iguaque has a charm all its own: that of an unspoilt, little-visited sanctuary. At the time of our visit, only six hikers had attempted the climb that day. For lovers of physical challenges and nature, it&#8217;s an off-the-beaten-track immersion in the heart of a unique ecosystem: the Andean <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/paramos-discovering-a-unique-and-vital-andean-ecosystem\/\">p\u00e1ramo<\/a>. An experience not to be missed, especially if you have a few days to explore the wonders around Villa de Leyva.        <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-5d4714\"><div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-5e7490\">\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When should you visit the Iguaque Sanctuary?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">After several years of closure, the Iguaque Sanctuary reopened in September 2024. The Iguaque Sanctuary is now open without interruption all year round, unlike parks like Tayrona which sometimes close. The ideal time to visit Iguaque is from December to March, during the dry season when rainfall is scarce. Nevertheless, the sanctuary is accessible all year round, but from April to November, during the wet season, there are frequent showers and more fog.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tourist numbers at the <strong>Iguaque Sanctuary<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Tourist numbers at the Iguaque Sanctuary remain relatively low, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers in search of tranquillity. Unlike other more popular tourist sites, this sanctuary is still untouched by mass tourism. On weekdays, the number of visitors is particularly low, with sometimes only a few hikers on the trails. Even at weekends, visitor numbers remain moderate, although somewhat higher, particularly in the dry season and during the vacations. This is due to the difficulty of the hike to the Iguaque lagoon, which requires good physical condition and a certain amount of preparation.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Climate in <strong><strong>Iguaque Sanctuary<\/strong><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The climate of the Iguaque Sanctuary is typical of p\u00e1ramo ecosystems, characterized by cool temperatures and sudden climatic variations. Located between 2,400 and 3,800 meters above sea level, average temperatures fluctuate between 5 and 15\u00b0C throughout the year. The dry season, from December to March and July to August, offers more favorable conditions for hiking, with less rain and generally sunny days. However, even during this period, the climate remains unpredictable, and sudden showers or cold winds can occur. In the wet season, from April to June and September to November, precipitation is more frequent, accompanied by dense fog that can reduce visibility. Trails also become more slippery and demanding. 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class=\"figc-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\n\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\"   : \"ImageGallery\",\n\t\t\"id\"      : \"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-the-iguaque-sanctuary-the-secret-paramo-on-the-outskirts-of-villa-de-leyva\/#modula-gallery-28785\",\n\t\t\"url\"     : \"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-the-iguaque-sanctuary-the-secret-paramo-on-the-outskirts-of-villa-de-leyva\/\"\n\t}\n\n\t<\/script>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-a3cde3\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\">\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-2511c5\"><strong>Getting to know the Iguaque Sanctuary better<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9a0b83\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Iguaque Fauna and Flora Sanctuary<em>(Santuario de Fauna y Flora Iguaque<\/em> in Spanish) is one of Colombia&#8217;s most important ecological treasures. Located in the department of Boyac\u00e1, this sanctuary is part of Colombia&#8217;s System of National Natural Parks and is recognized for its historical, cultural and environmental richness. Here, we explore the history, geography, ecosystem, flora, fauna and tourism of this little-known area.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">History<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Iguaque Fauna and Flora Sanctuary has profound cultural significance for the <strong>indigenous Muiscas communities<\/strong>, who regarded the <strong>Iguaque lagoon as a sacred place<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">According to Muisca mythology, <strong>Bachu\u00e9<\/strong>, whose name in the Chibcha language means \u201cthe bare-breasted one\u201d, is a mother goddess venerated as the<strong>origin of humanity<\/strong>. Legend has it that she emerged majestically from the waters of the sacred Lake Iguaque, carrying a baby in her arms. This child grew up to become her husband, and together they populated the Earth, giving life to the first humans.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Bachu\u00e9 was honored in a temple located on the lands of the present-day municipality of <strong>Ch\u00edquiza<\/strong>, formerly known as San Pedro de Iguaque. Her story, steeped in mystery and spirituality, relates that, after fulfilling her mission as founding mother, she and her husband, identified with the parrot god, were transformed into snakes and returned to the depths of the sacred lagoon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Bachu\u00e9 is the official name of the hiking trail leading to Laguna Iguaque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary was <strong>declared a protected area on May 2, 1977<\/strong>, with the aim of preserving its unique ecosystems, which include Andean forests and <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/paramos-discovering-a-unique-and-vital-andean-ecosystem\/\">p\u00e1ramos<\/a>, and the species of flora and fauna that depend on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Geography<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Iguaque sanctuary lies in the heart of the <strong>eastern Andes<\/strong>, in the department of <strong>Boyac\u00e1<\/strong>, Colombia, at an altitude of between <strong>2,400 and 3,800 metres<\/strong>. This diversity of altitudes creates a unique mosaic of landscapes and ecosystems, ranging from Andean forests to vast expanses of p\u00e1ramo, an ecosystem typical of high-altitude tropical regions and considered one of the world&#8217;s most important in terms of environmental services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary is centred around the <strong>Iguaque Lagoon<\/strong>, a glacial lake at an altitude of 3,650 metres. This <strong>sacred body of water<\/strong>, bordered by vegetation-covered mountains, embodies the spiritual and ecological heart of the region. The lagoon is fed by <strong>abundant rainfall<\/strong> and plays an essential role in the <strong>local water cycle<\/strong>, acting as a water reserve for downstream communities and ecosystems.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary&#8217;s topography is marked by steep slopes, incised valleys and mountain ridges. These reliefs, sculpted by <strong>tectonic and glacial processes<\/strong>, offer impressive panoramic views of the Cordillera and are home to a variety of microclimates that foster exceptional biodiversity. The region&#8217;s soils, often rich in organic matter, are <strong>important carbon reservoirs<\/strong>, playing a role in the fight against climate change.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\" wp-block-image size-large eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Mountains in the clouds, Iguaque Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-28760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-3-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-3.jpg 1680w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Ecosystems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Iguaque sanctuary is a genuine ecological reserve, where several ecosystems coexist in harmony:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Andean forests<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Andean forests occupy the lowest altitudes in the sanctuary, between 2,400 and 3,000 metres. These dense, verdant forests are home to a wide variety of trees, including laurel, Andean oak<em>(Quercus humboldtii<\/em>) and yopo. These areas are essential for the local fauna, providing shelter and food resources for many animal species, including mammals such as the puma and the mountain tapir, as well as a wide variety of birds.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Transition ecosystem<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Between 3,000 and 3,200 metres, there is a transition zone where forest gradually gives way to p\u00e1ramo. This mixture of scrub, shrubs and epiphytic plants illustrates the adaptability of species to changing climatic conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>P\u00e1ramo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/paramos-discovering-a-unique-and-vital-andean-ecosystem\/\">p\u00e1ramo<\/a>, which dominates altitudes above 3,200 metres, is the Iguaque sanctuary&#8217;s most emblematic ecosystem. This environment, characterized by low temperatures, high humidity and intense solar radiation, is home to plants adapted to extreme conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Flore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The vegetation of the Iguaque sanctuary reflects the transition between different ecosystems. As you climb higher, the flora changes, offering a mosaic of unique landscapes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The lower and intermediate altitudes (2,400 to 3,000 metres) are covered with dense forests, where trees reach impressive heights. These include species such as the <strong>Andean oak <\/strong><em>(Quercus humboldtii<\/em>), laurel and various wild fruit trees. These forests are rich in <strong>epiphytic plants<\/strong>, such as mosses, lichens and bromeliads, which line the branches of the trees and help maintain ambient humidity.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">In the transition zones, between 3,000 and 3,200 metres, <strong>shrubs and bushes<\/strong> dominate, with hardy species such as Andean bilberries and colourful flowering plants. This zone marks the boundary between forest and p\u00e1ramo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The p\u00e1ramo, which extends over 3,200 metres, is an emblematic ecosystem of the sanctuary. The <strong>frailejones<\/strong><em>(Espeletia<\/em>), true symbols of this environment, play a key role. These plants, with their long, velvety, rosette-shaped leaves, capture water from mists and precipitation, releasing it slowly to the ground, where it feeds downstream rivers. Alongside them are grasses, mosses and ferns that carpet the ground, and high-altitude orchids that add a touch of color to this wild landscape.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Around the Iguaque lagoon and in marshy areas, <strong>aquatic and semi-aquatic plants<\/strong> can be found, adapted to waterlogged soils. These plants, such as rushes and tall grasses, help stabilize banks and filter water, thus maintaining the quality of aquatic ecosystems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\" wp-block-image size-large eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"View from the Iguaque Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-28763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-6-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-6-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-6-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-6.jpg 1680w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Fauna<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The sanctuary&#8217;s wildlife is just as diverse and fascinating. The varied conditions of the different habitats allow a wide variety of animal species to cohabit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Mammals<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Among the most remarkable mammals are the Virgini deer (Odocoileus goudotti), the p\u00e1ramo deer<em>(Mazama rufina<\/em>), which moves silently through the high meadows. The Andean fox<em>(Lycalopex culpaeus<\/em>), an opportunistic predator, is also a frequent inhabitant of the sanctuary. Mountain tapirs, although elusive, occupy forest areas, playing a crucial role in seed dispersal. Other species, such as the Andean marsupial and the opossum, add further diversity to the local fauna. Recently, the tigrillo (Leopardus tigrinus) and the grey-headed marten (Eira barbara) have been recorded in camera traps.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Birds<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Iguaque sanctuary is home to a remarkable avifauna, with some 173 species of bird recorded. Among them, the Andean guan<em>(Penelope montagnii<\/em>) stands out as the largest bird of the site&#8217;s Andean forests. Hummingbirds, with 19 species present in the sanctuary, occupy an important place. The Black Inca<em>(Coeligena prunellei<\/em>), endemic to the humid montane forests of the departments of Santander, Cundinamarca and Boyac\u00e1, is closely associated with oak forests. Other near-endemic hummingbirds, such as <em>Coeligena bonapartei<\/em>, <em>Eriocnemis cupreoventris<\/em> and <em>Chlorostilbon poortmani<\/em>, add to the sanctuary&#8217;s biological richness. In addition, several species endemic to the Cordillera Oriental de los Andes can be observed, such as the white-browed sparrow<em>(Atlapetes albofrenatus<\/em>) and the woodpecker <em>Melanerpes cf. formicivorus<\/em>. Near-endemic species also include the red wren<em>(Cinnycerthia unirufa<\/em>), the ornate warbler<em>(Myioborus ornatus<\/em>), the forest tinamou<em>(Nothocercus julius<\/em>) and the white-fronted dove<em>(Zentrygon linearis<\/em>).      <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Amphibians and reptiles<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Amphibians, particularly sensitive to environmental change, find refuge in the sanctuary&#8217;s wetlands. They include endemic frogs adapted to the cold, some of which are in danger of extinction. Reptiles, though less numerous, include species of Andean lizards that camouflage themselves in rocks and low plants.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Insects<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Insects play a key role in the balance of Iguaque&#8217;s ecosystems. Bees and other pollinators, for example, are essential for plant reproduction, while beetles and butterflies contribute to the food chain. Many of the insect species present in the sanctuary are endemic and adapted to the specific conditions of each altitude.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Tourism, threats and conservation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Tourism to the Iguaque sanctuary has grown slowly, especially in comparison with other protected areas in the region. Although located close to the historic town of Villa de Leyva, a popular tourist destination, <strong>the sanctuary remains relatively unvisited<\/strong>. The park offers several hiking trails, including one leading to the famous Iguaque lagoon, a place considered a spiritual pilgrimage by some. This nature tourism focuses on the observation of flora and fauna, as well as ecological hiking. It&#8217;s important to note that access to the area was banned between 2020 and 2024, officially due to the state of the aging infrastructure, but also because of tensions with certain local communities.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Iguaque plays a crucial role in the conservation of the <strong>region&#8217;s biodiversity and in the management of water resources<\/strong>, as the Iguaque ecosystems act as natural water reservoirs for the surrounding communities and towns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Conservation efforts have been put in place to protect the flora and fauna, as well as to raise visitor awareness of the importance of preserving this natural heritage. The park organizes <strong>educational activities<\/strong> and <strong>awareness programs<\/strong> on the need to minimize environmental impact and respect local regulations. In addition, local authorities collaborate with conservation organizations to <strong>monitor endemic species<\/strong> and protect sensitive habitats.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Despite conservation efforts, the Iguaque sanctuary faces a number of threats that jeopardize its long-term survival. <strong>Climate change<\/strong> is one of the main concerns, affecting the stability of the extremely sensitive <strong>p\u00e1ramo<\/strong> ecosystems. These changes can lead to a modification of habitats, a loss of biodiversity and an alteration of the water cycle.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, <strong>agricultural practices<\/strong> and urban expansion in surrounding areas are putting pressure on the park&#8217;s boundaries. <strong>Deforestation, forest fires and the illegal exploitation<\/strong> of natural resources pose significant risks to the preservation of natural habitats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:3em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div  id=\"jtg-28788\" class=\"modula modula-gallery modula-columns\" data-config=\"{&quot;tabletHeight&quot;:800,&quot;mobileHeight&quot;:800,&quot;desktopHeight&quot;:800,&quot;enableTwitter&quot;:false,&quot;enableWhatsapp&quot;:false,&quot;enableFacebook&quot;:false,&quot;enablePinterest&quot;:false,&quot;enableLinkedin&quot;:false,&quot;enableEmail&quot;:false,&quot;randomFactor&quot;:0,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;grid&quot;,&quot;columns&quot;:12,&quot;gutter&quot;:10,&quot;mobileGutter&quot;:10,&quot;tabletGutter&quot;:10,&quot;desktopGutter&quot;:10,&quot;enableResponsive&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;tabletColumns&quot;:2,&quot;mobileColumns&quot;:1,&quot;lazyLoad&quot;:0,&quot;lightboxOpts&quot;:{&quot;animated&quot;:true,&quot;Thumbs&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;modern&quot;,&quot;showOnStart&quot;:false},&quot;Toolbar&quot;:{&quot;display&quot;:{&quot;right&quot;:[&quot;close&quot;]},&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;Carousel&quot;:{&quot;Panzoom&quot;:{&quot;touch&quot;:true},&quot;infinite&quot;:false},&quot;keyboard&quot;:{&quot;Escape&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;Delete&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;Backspace&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;PageUp&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;PageDown&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;,&quot;ArrowUp&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;,&quot;ArrowDown&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;ArrowRight&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;ArrowLeft&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;},&quot;wheel&quot;:&quot;slide&quot;,&quot;touch&quot;:true,&quot;backdropClick&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;l10n&quot;:{&quot;CLOSE&quot;:&quot;Close&quot;,&quot;NEXT&quot;:&quot;Next&quot;,&quot;PREV&quot;:&quot;Previous&quot;,&quot;Error&quot;:&quot;The requested content cannot be loaded. 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style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Our experience: an intense day on the Bachu\u00e9 trail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Dawn has just broken and the alarm clock is already ringing, marking the start of a long day. It&#8217;s barely 07:00 when we board a small bus at the <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-villa-de-leyva-one-of-colombias-17-heritage-villages\/\">Villa de Leyva<\/a> terminal, temporarily leaving this charming colonial village to plunge into the heart of raw nature: the Iguaque Flora and Fauna Sanctuary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The bus, modest and cramped, winds along a road that gradually becomes a simple footpath. The atmosphere is calm, almost solemn. We are only four travelers on this adventure, accompanied by a nature park employee on her way to work, silent, observing as we do the imposing mountain range that rises to our right. Soon, we&#8217;ll have to face it.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">After a forty-minute journey, the vehicle stops at a crossroads: the \u201cCasa de Piedra\u201d. We leave the bus to walk the last three kilometers to the sanctuary&#8217;s administrative center. The road is already climbing. A foretaste of the 800-meter climb ahead. After thirty minutes of effort, we finally arrive: a few isolated cabins nestled at the foot of a dense forest, far from civilization. This is followed by an administrative break with registration, payment and briefing by a park representative (note that in 2019, the date of our hike, the presence of a guide was not yet compulsory).      <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s 09h. The climb begins. We make our way together, but soon everyone finds their own pace, creating gaps, and solitude sets in. The trail begins gently: a pontoon-like wooden path through a thick, silent forest. But after a few hundred metres, the challenge begins. The planks disappear, giving way to a steep path of earth and stones. From here on, there&#8217;s no respite. We advance cautiously, saving our strength for what lies ahead. The thick forest offers no landmarks, only trunks, slippery roots and treacherous stones. The climb seems endless.         <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">After more than an hour&#8217;s effort, the scenery changes. The dense forest gives way to lower vegetation: shrubs, bushes, and finally, a clear horizon. But what lies before us is impressive: a steep slope that never seems to stop. We hadn&#8217;t realized just how much the 800-metre ascent would weigh on our spirits and our breath. With each step, oxygen became scarcer, and pauses multiplied. Mist and clouds envelop us, adding dramatic tension to our progress. We pray that the rain will spare us, as we make slow progress in thankfully mild weather.      <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Then, suddenly, a wall of rocks. The path seems to disappear. But no, it continues: we have to climb, literally. We climb, using both hands and feet to overcome these natural obstacles. The effort is intense, exhausting. Our progress slows, but at last a new transition takes place: the first frailejones appear, signs that we are entering the unique ecosystem of the <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/paramos-discovering-a-unique-and-vital-andean-ecosystem\/\">p\u00e1ramo<\/a>. Ahead of us, the crest of the massif seems within reach, but recedes with every step, like an inaccessible mirage. Tiredness weighs heavily, and every fifty metres we climb requires a break.       <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Then, at last, deliverance: a flat section. After hours of hellish climbing, we can finally walk without struggling against the slope. The landscape unfolds in a spectral light, the mist adding a mystical aura to these Andean mountains. The trail, now made of earth, rises and falls gently. We let ourselves be carried away by this moment of respite.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">All around us, the plants of the p\u00e1ramo emerge between wisps of mist. We guess that the Laguna Iguaque is close at hand. A few more minutes&#8230; and suddenly, we&#8217;re there. But the weather doesn&#8217;t do us any favours: such dense mist covers the lagoon that we can&#8217;t even see the other side. After so much effort, our emotions are mixed. Frustration at having climbed a mountain to see nothing, but also profound humility in the face of this sacred Muisca site, once the scene of ancestral ceremonies. The heavy silence, the solitude, the omnipresent mist&#8230; everything reminds us that we are here as guests of an indomitable nature.      <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Twenty minutes&#8217; rest contemplating this veiled immensity, then it&#8217;s time to set off again. The descent begins. And who said going down was easier? After 2h30 of gruelling descent, we&#8217;re wondering. Our knees ache, the rocks are treacherous, and the wet roots of the forest are treacherous. We stumble more than once. Our bodies are in automatic mode, just trying to reach the finish. When the pontoons finally reappear, we&#8217;re overwhelmed with relief. Another few hundred metres and we&#8217;re back at the administrative center huts, at around 2.30-3pm.        <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Exhausted. But happy. Happy to have taken up this challenge, to have tackled one of the most demanding trails we&#8217;ve ever hiked. But the day&#8217;s not over yet: we still have three kilometers to walk to reach Casa de Piedra and catch the 4pm bus back to Villa de Leyva, where a hot shower and a comforting meal await us.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Iguaque is not a trek for the faint-hearted. It&#8217;s a real challenge, both physically and mentally. A harsh, relentless trail that leaves no room for respite. But it&#8217;s also a unique immersion in an exceptional ecosystem, a journey through time and history to a natural and cultural site of inestimable importance to Andean civilizations. An experience that leaves a lasting impression.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Hiking options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Iguaque Sanctuary offers two hiking trails. The Bachu\u00e9 trail, which leads to the Laguna Iguaque, is the main one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">During the hike, your guide (obligatory) will share a wealth of information about the local flora, explaining the crucial role of each plant in this hostile ecosystem. You&#8217;ll also learn about the history of the Muiscas, a civilization that occupied the region and worshipped at several sites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The levels of difficulty listed are for experienced hikers accustomed to varied terrain and steep gradients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Bachu\u00e9 trail (Laguna Iguaque)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The Bachu\u00e9 trail is the star attraction of the Iguaque Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, a place steeped in history and spirituality nestled in the heart of Andean nature. The 4.7 km trail links the administrative center of Carrizal to the Iguaque lagoon, a sacred site according to Muisca mythology. The route, which takes around 6 hours round trip, winds its way through an exceptional ecological wealth, including the Andean forest, the Alto-Andean forest and the p\u00e1ramo, a unique ecosystem in the Colombian highlands.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">This hike is particularly demanding due to the steep gradient and some rock-climbing sections. The section through the forest can become tricky in bad weather, with muddy ground and slippery roots making progress more difficult. <\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-065eeb\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Difficulty: high<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Distance: 9.4 km<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Ascent: +794 m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Maximum altitude: 3,640 m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Duration: 6h-7h<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Type: round trip<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">IE &#8211; SUE \u201cCamino de las aves\u201d trail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The IE-SUE trail is 1.88 km long and offers an immersive experience lasting around 2 hours and 30 minutes, including natural and cultural heritage interpretation activities. The trail begins at Carrizal&#8217;s administrative headquarters, taking visitors through the unique ecosystem of the Andean forest, with stops along the Carrizal stream. Along the way, explorers discover the auditorium and the historic remains of the Mamarramos house, adding a cultural dimension to this wilderness adventure.  <\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-ca4d17\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Difficulty: medium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Distance: 1.88 km<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Ascent: +100 m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Maximum altitude: 2,900 m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Duration: 2h30<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Type: loop<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<figure class=\" wp-block-image size-large eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-11-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Laguna Iguaque, Iguaque Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, Colombia\" class=\"wp-image-28768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-11-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-11-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-11-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-11-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-11-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sanctuaire-de-la-flore-et-de-la-faune-Iguaque-colombie-11.jpg 1680w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Iguaque Sanctuary prices &amp; opening hours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">As with all natural areas protected by the Colombian government, an entrance fee is required for access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Opening hours: <\/strong>entrances between 08:00 and 10:00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Entrance fee to the Iguaque Flora and Fauna Sanctuary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Means of payment: Cash only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-style-stripes wp-block-table eplus-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Visitor<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Price (per person)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Colombian or CAN member or foreigner residing in Colombia<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">25,000 COP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Foreigners<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">72,000 COP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Car<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">19,000 COP<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:3em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\">Reservations &amp; Guide required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reservation required<\/strong><br>Prior reservation is essential to visit the sanctuary. To make a reservation, simply send an e-mail to <a href=\"mailto:iguaque@parquesnacionales.gov.co\">iguaque@parquesnacionales.gov.co,<\/a> or fill in the <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeYNF55jX3UDCIYqWLdeVP2LyqbNWILtqubE8tkbTn52qlmow\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">official form<\/a>. Be sure to make your request at least 3 working days in advance and follow the steps indicated.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mandatory guide<\/strong><br>When we visited the Iguaque Sanctuary in 2019, it was not mandatory to be accompanied by a guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">However, after closing in 2020, the park reopened in September 2024 with new rules. Now, as is the case in many protected natural areas, it is imperative to be accompanied by a certified guide when hiking, and staff at the entrance scrupulously monitor this requirement. 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class=\"figc-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t\n\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\"   : \"ImageGallery\",\n\t\t\"id\"      : \"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-the-iguaque-sanctuary-the-secret-paramo-on-the-outskirts-of-villa-de-leyva\/#modula-gallery-28790\",\n\t\t\"url\"     : \"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-the-iguaque-sanctuary-the-secret-paramo-on-the-outskirts-of-villa-de-leyva\/\"\n\t}\n\n\t<\/script>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained eplus-styles-uid-87c690\"><hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-a3cde3\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\">\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-2511c5\">How do I get to the Iguaque Sanctuary?<\/h2>\n\n<hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9a0b83\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\"><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Access to the Iguaque Fauna and Flora Sanctuary is via one entrance only: the Carrizal Administrative Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">From the village of <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-villa-de-leyva-one-of-colombias-17-heritage-villages\/\">Villa de Leyva<\/a>, go to the bus terminal and catch an early-morning bus to the village of Arcabuco, but get off beforehand at the Casa de Piedra, indicating this to the driver beforehand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Then walk 3km along a footpath to reach the Carrizal center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To return to Villa de Leyva once the hike is over, it is imperative to be at the same Casa de piedra stop at 4:00 p.m. to catch the bus. There is no other bus. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-style-stripes wp-block-table eplus-wrapper\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Bus company<\/strong><\/td><td>Coomultransvilla<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Departure<\/strong><\/td><td>Villa de Leyva bus terminal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Arrival<\/strong><\/td><td>Destination Arcabuco, but stop at Casa de piedra (ask driver to stop there beforehand)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Departure times<\/strong><\/td><td>06h00 and 07h00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><td>40 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Price (one-way)<\/strong><\/td><td>8,000 COP \/ person<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">It is also possible to reach the sanctuary by renting a 4&#215;4 vehicle, as the last few kilometers are on a sloping trail. Pay parking is available at the park entrance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-a3cde3\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\">\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-2511c5\">Where to stay to visit the Iguaque Sanctuary?<\/h2>\n\n<hr class=\"is-style-dots wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9a0b83\" style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">To explore the Iguaque Sanctuary, the most convenient and obvious way for a traveler is to set off from the beautiful village of Villa de Leyva.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Villa de Leyva<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Villa de Leyva, one of <a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/17-heritage-villages-in-colombia-cultural-treasures-steeped-in-history\/\">Colombia&#8217;s most emblematic villages<\/a>, combines beauty and rich heritage. Although it is a popular tourist destination, its unspoilt charm deserves to be explored in greater depth. Easily accessible from Bogot\u00e1, it offers the opportunity to spend a few days here, including a day dedicated to discovering the Iguaque Sanctuary.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The village is an ideal place to spend the night, with a wide range of accommodation options: from friendly youth hostels to refined hotels, all in the authentic colonial style that gives it its character. For more information, check out our full article on Villa de Leyva and find out all there is to know! <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-6191f3\" style=\"background-color:#da906b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-e43070 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#da906b\"><strong>LEARN MORE<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\"><p class=\"has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-e43070 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f9f3e5\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/en\/visit-villa-de-leyva-one-of-colombias-17-heritage-villages\/\">Read our full article on Villa de Leyva!<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-9b5d9c\"><div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-8e42ae\"><figure class=\" wp-block-image size-full eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-c39bfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-rapsodia-hostel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18527\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-rapsodia-hostel.jpg 800w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-rapsodia-hostel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-rapsodia-hostel-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-bc8c17\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-062bbd wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">$ &#8211; Economical budgeting<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-feebc8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">Hostal<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-ce9610\">Rapsodia Hostel<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9699d7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:15px\">Located in Villa de Leyva, 1.5 km from the main square, RAPSoDIA HOSTEL offers a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b;font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/Share-7jgaBY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-8e42ae\"><figure class=\" wp-block-image size-full eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-c39bfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hostal-villa-chie.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18549\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hostal-villa-chie.jpg 800w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hostal-villa-chie-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hostal-villa-chie-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-432cb4\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-062bbd wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">$ &#8211; Economical budgeting<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-feebc8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">Hostal<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-ce9610\">Hostal Villa Chie<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9699d7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:15px\">Featuring a garden, lounge and garden views, Hostal Villa Chie is 70 meters from the main square. It offers basic accommodation. <\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b;font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/Share-5s9oUs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-8e42ae\"><figure class=\" wp-block-image size-full eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-c39bfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-villa-del-angel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18538\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-villa-del-angel.jpg 800w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-villa-del-angel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-villa-del-angel-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-ac8923\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-062bbd wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">$$ &#8211; Average budget<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-feebc8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">Hotel<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-ce9610\">Hotel Villa del Angel<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9699d7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:15px\">Featuring a colonial style and 300 meters from the main square, this hotel offers traditional accommodation. Free private parking is available on site. <\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b;font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/Share-NP64J2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-fda55f\"><div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-8e42ae\"><figure class=\" wp-block-image size-full eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-c39bfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-cemandy-by-ma.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18548\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-cemandy-by-ma.jpg 800w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-cemandy-by-ma-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-cemandy-by-ma-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-03a603\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-text-color eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"color:#da906b;flex-basis:66.66%\"><p class=\"has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-062bbd wp-block-paragraph\">$$ &#8211; Average budget<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-feebc8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">Hotel<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-ce9610\">Hotel Cemandy by MA<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9699d7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:15px\">Located 800 meters from the main square, Hotel Cemandy by MA offers a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. Rooms are simple and typical. <\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b;font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/Share-IkOU1U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-8e42ae\"><figure class=\" wp-block-image size-full eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-c39bfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-la-casa-del-arbol.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18540\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-la-casa-del-arbol.jpg 800w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-la-casa-del-arbol-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-la-casa-del-arbol-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-ec18df\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-062bbd wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">$$$ &#8211; High budget<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-feebc8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">Hotel<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-ce9610\">La Casa Del Arbol<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9699d7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:15px\">This elegant establishment is housed in a restored 18th-century colonial building. It offers luxurious, modern rooms. The interior garden is adorned with exotic plants.  <\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b;font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/Share-yNRaV1R\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow eplus-styles-uid-8e42ae\"><figure class=\" wp-block-image size-full eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-c39bfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-el-carmel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18546\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-el-carmel.jpg 800w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-el-carmel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitmycolombia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/villa-de-leyva-hebergement-hotel-el-carmel-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-ac02b8\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><p class=\"has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-062bbd wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">$$$ &#8211; High budget<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-small-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-feebc8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b\">Hotel<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-ce9610\">Hotel Boutique El Carmel<\/h4>\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-9699d7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:15px\">Hotel Boutique El Carmel offers a charming stay with elegant rooms, a peaceful interior garden, and a central location for exploring the city&#8217;s attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#da906b;font-size:16px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/Share-wp9IJRC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:3em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"stay22-widget\" width=\"100%\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/embed\/6914c4efa763e667cc0a9f2c\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:3em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div  id=\"jtg-28792\" class=\"modula modula-gallery modula-columns\" data-config=\"{&quot;tabletHeight&quot;:800,&quot;mobileHeight&quot;:800,&quot;desktopHeight&quot;:800,&quot;enableTwitter&quot;:false,&quot;enableWhatsapp&quot;:false,&quot;enableFacebook&quot;:false,&quot;enablePinterest&quot;:false,&quot;enableLinkedin&quot;:false,&quot;enableEmail&quot;:false,&quot;randomFactor&quot;:0,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;grid&quot;,&quot;columns&quot;:12,&quot;gutter&quot;:10,&quot;mobileGutter&quot;:10,&quot;tabletGutter&quot;:10,&quot;desktopGutter&quot;:10,&quot;enableResponsive&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;tabletColumns&quot;:2,&quot;mobileColumns&quot;:1,&quot;lazyLoad&quot;:0,&quot;lightboxOpts&quot;:{&quot;animated&quot;:true,&quot;Thumbs&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;modern&quot;,&quot;showOnStart&quot;:false},&quot;Toolbar&quot;:{&quot;display&quot;:{&quot;right&quot;:[&quot;close&quot;]},&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;Carousel&quot;:{&quot;Panzoom&quot;:{&quot;touch&quot;:true},&quot;infinite&quot;:false},&quot;keyboard&quot;:{&quot;Escape&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;Delete&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;Backspace&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;PageUp&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;PageDown&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;,&quot;ArrowUp&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;,&quot;ArrowDown&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;ArrowRight&quot;:&quot;next&quot;,&quot;ArrowLeft&quot;:&quot;prev&quot;},&quot;wheel&quot;:&quot;slide&quot;,&quot;touch&quot;:true,&quot;backdropClick&quot;:&quot;close&quot;,&quot;l10n&quot;:{&quot;CLOSE&quot;:&quot;Close&quot;,&quot;NEXT&quot;:&quot;Next&quot;,&quot;PREV&quot;:&quot;Previous&quot;,&quot;Error&quot;:&quot;The requested content cannot be loaded. 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style=\"background-color:#da906b;color:#da906b\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-e19f62\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Reservations required<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">Prior reservation is mandatory. To do so, send an email to: <a href=\"mailto:iguaque@parquesnacionales.gov.co\">iguaque@parquesnacionales.gov.co<\/a> or fill in the <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeYNF55jX3UDCIYqWLdeVP2LyqbNWILtqubE8tkbTn52qlmow\/formResponse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">official form<\/a>, respecting a minimum delay of 3 working days, and follow the different steps. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong>Mandatory guide<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">Since September 2024, hiking in the Iguaque Sanctuary has required the presence of a licensed guide. This measure was introduced to preserve the ecosystem, ensure the safety of hikers and contribute to the sustainable management of the site. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-0f577b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Bring water<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">Take enough water to keep you hydrated throughout the day, especially if you tend to drink a lot. There are no refreshment points on site, and the heat combined with the humidity can quickly increase your water requirements. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Suitable clothing<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">Dress in layers so you can adjust easily to changing weather conditions, which can change rapidly. Depending on the conditions, you&#8217;ll be able to add or remove clothing to stay comfortable, as it can be hot or cold. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-b78191\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Sunscreen + Sunglasses<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">Although temperatures remain relatively moderate thanks to the altitude, ultraviolet rays are particularly intense on sunny days. So it&#8217;s crucial to protect your skin from these rays. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Raincoat (poncho, K-Way)<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">In the mountains, the weather can change suddenly, and it&#8217;s common to be surprised by rain, sometimes intense. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s important to bring waterproof clothing, such as a poncho or K-Way.   <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns eplus-wrapper is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex eplus-styles-uid-3b237f\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Altitude &amp; Physical effort<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">The Iguaque Sanctuary trails stretch from 2,400 to 3,800 metres above sea level. It is advisable to progress at a leisurely pace and drink water regularly to avoid acute mountain sickness. This natural area is not recommended for those who are not used to physical exertion or who suffer from health problems.  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column eplus-wrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group eplus-wrapper is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-1b316e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#e5e5e5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Respecting the environment<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-bac0de wp-block-paragraph\">Be respectful of the flora and fauna, and avoid picking or damaging plants, especially frailejones, which play a crucial role in the p\u00e1ramo ecosystem. Don&#8217;t forget to take all your garbage with you &#8211; your guide will make sure you do. What&#8217;s more, it&#8217;s forbidden to bring plastic objects into the park.  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In brief Nestled in the Boyac\u00e1 mountains, just a few kilometers from the charming historic town of Villa de Leyva, the Iguaque Wildlife Sanctuary is a natural treasure trove, rich in biodiversity and cultural history. 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