Guatapé & El Peñol

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$ 160 USD Private Tour
(starting 2 people)

Discover the vibrant colors of Guatapé and climb the famous El Peñol Rock for breathtaking 360° views. Wander charming streets full of history and Zócalos, and enjoy a full-day adventure from Medellín.

For an additional 60 USD, we will take you on a journey through El Retiro town, Tequendamita waterfall, beautiful and breathtaking landscandscapes through a different road back to Medellín.

TOUR DETAILS
ITINERARY
PRICE INCLUDES

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

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🚐 Private transportation from Medellín
🪨 Visit the famous El Peñol Rock
🌈 Explore Guatapé town and its colorful Zócalos
🧀 Taste local snacks like “pan de queso”
🗣️ Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
🕒 Full-day adventure (approx. 8 hours)

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TOUR DESCRIPTION:

We’ll head to the enchanting east side of Medellín. Our route will take us through the longest tunnel in South America, offering a unique experience as we make our way to one of the most picturesque regions in Antioquia. The bustling cityscape will gradually give way to charming farms surrounded by the grandeur of the Andes mountains, this transition is truly breathtaking, immersing us in a entirely different world.

Our first stop will be ALTO DEL CHOCHO, a typical open door restaurant located along the road. Surrounded by natural beauty, gorgeous landscapes and farming animals, this place is renowned for its delicious “Pan de quesos” and of course, we’ll try one!

We’ll continue our journey to the next stop, a truly one-of-a-kind marvel, the magnificent EL PEÑOL ROCK, a giant rock that pops out of the mountains and reaches an impressive height over 700 feet, source of many mystical stories. For the adventurous souls among us, are challenged to conquer the 740 stairs leading to the peak of the rock, the reward is nothing short of spectacular: an inspiring view of the world below that will take your breath away. (Entrance to climb the Rock is not included – 6 USD)

*If climbing the rock isn’t your cup of tea, no sweat! You can still enjoy the beauty of El Peñol Rock from the base, where magnificent views of the reservoir and mountains unfold before your eyes. You can also take time to explore the little souvenir shops.

And that’s not all – Our final destination, the magical and colorful GUATAPÉ TOWN! with houses, balconies, and parks adorned in vivid colors. The cobblestone streets, the intricate Zocalos and staircases that add to the town’s sense of magic. We will take a short walk through its charming neighborhoods, hidden alleys, colorful plazas, and pass by traditional homes, being captivated by the town’s beauty.

After our enjoyable walk, we will find a cozy spot at the ZOCALO PLAZA to relax and unwind, take a moment to sip a good Colombian coffee or a refreshing beverage while we soak up the atmosphere, we will feel a true connection with the local way of living, just like the friendly locals do.

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Start Time

7:30 am - Hotel Pick up

+50 drive towards the Eastern Andes mountains, going through breathtaking landscapes, countryside and little towns.

ALTO DEL CHOCHO

One of our most traditional stops, a place full of culture and beautiful surroundings, with friendly farming animals waiting for us to share some food. We'll also try some delicious typical snacks at the open door restaurant and enjoy the local atmosphere.

el peñol rock

After a +20 minute drive we'll arrive to the 700 feet monolith that rises from the lush green Andes mountains, surrounded by the enormous reservoir of Guatapé creating a spectacle to our eyes, challenging us to climb it all the way to its peak, where we'll be rewarded with one of the best views in the world!

guatape town

The most colorful town in Colombia, taken from a magical fairy tale, where every house is an overdose of colors with storytelling images at the bottom called "Zocalos". We'll have a walk exploring the corners, main streets and plazas, discovering hidden the gems and the local vibe.

EL PEÑOL TOWN REPLICA

It's a beautiful big scale replica of what the town of El Peñol used to look like before it was flooded by the reservoir in the 1970s, desplazing thousands of families from their homes, but the community had such a strong bond, that built the whole town again just a few miles away.

finish time

Back at the Hotel by 3:00 pm

*You can add to this tour a Coffee Farm experience, Paragliding, ATVs, Helicopter ride, Boatride or also add El Retiro Town and Tequendamita waterfall.

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