Guatapé Town, Coffee farm and the Rock

Travel to one of the most visited places in Colombia. Visit the massive 200 meters high geological wonder and enjoy the colorful town of Guatape in this day trip. You will see the only hydroelectric dam with touristic services in the country.

In case your flight leaves from MDE after 3:00pm, you can save some money by taking this Guatape tour and we will drop you off at the airport directly with no extra charge.

Why is it different?

This tour is designed specially for you. To make the most of your trip, you will also visit a Coffee Farm in this experience and have access to many activities in the lake.

Experience & Achievements

Travel Style

Slow, Family

Physical Rating: medium

TOTAL DURATION: 9 Hrs.

What’s Included:

The guidance of local bilingual expert.
Private transportation for the trip: A/C, comfortable cars.
Travel insurance for the dates of your trip.
Authentic Colombian drink, snack or fruit taste

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Hightlights

Be amazed by the view from the top of “La Piedra del Peñol”
Take a boat ride, enjoy the view of the stone
Your guide will take you to the must seeing places at the colorful “Guatapé pueblo de zocalos”
Learn the making process of the “Zocalos” and get to know the artist that created the unique facades that make the place famous.
Visit the replica of “Old El Peñol” a town flooded by the damn construction.

Itinerary Notes

Your bilingual guide will pick you up at your accommodation to start this 9 hours private tour. Enjoy the rural landscapes of the East Antioquia. Your guide will be sharing interesting facts of the country history and the development Antioquia region.
Your first stop will be after 1 hour driving at the replica of the old village of “El Peñol” where you can buy beautiful handicrafts from all over the country. The construction of the damn left the entire town of Viejo (Old) Peñol underwater. The new Peñol was Builded in 1974, after the relocation. This natural hydroelectric power generator, was build on the 70´s and it provides 30% of the electric supply of the country. It is also use by the locals to relax, enjoy the weekend on a villa or practice water sports
You can choose to take a boat to watch the stone from the water, rent a kayak, a jetsky or a paddle board as an extra activity to make the most of your day.
After the experience in the lake you will visit a Coffee farm to learn about he process meet the people behind this tasteful drink and see the real of the real country side. Depending on the time of the year you can be part of the harvest process or walk around the crops and enjoy the views and the company.
Next you will head to the “Piedra del Peñol”. This huge monolith weights 10 million ton. And can be climbed using the 649 step masonry staircase. It is up to you to climb it, if you choose not to, don’t worry :the view from the bottom is also worth it. If you’re up for the challenge marvelous views await for you at the top. A 360-degree viewing platform will allow you to see a dramatic series of lakes and islands, created by the surrounding dam. You can also find there cold drinks and ice cream to cool you off.
Authentic Colombian food from the region will be waiting for you at one of the restaurants near to the lake.
Next, we invite you to have a taste full cup of coffee at the charming of “Guatape pueblo de Zócalos”. Tour the town and get to know the artist that created the unique facades that make the place famous. ). On the route back home, enjoy a typical dessert in the favorite place for locals
Optional: The lake is use by the locals to relax, enjoy the weekend on a private villa or practice water sports or fishing. Customize your trip if you want to experience your way this marvelous water body.

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Departure

Your accommodation
Departure Time

8:00 Hrs
Return Time

17:00 Hrs

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