{"id":21588,"date":"2024-02-04T15:36:07","date_gmt":"2024-02-04T20:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expotur-eco.com\/?p=21587"},"modified":"2024-02-04T15:36:07","modified_gmt":"2024-02-04T20:36:07","slug":"hikes-in-colombia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expotur-eco.com\/en\/hikes-in-colombia\/","title":{"rendered":"Get to know the 5 best hikes in Colombia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It’s no surprise to anyone that hikes in Colombia<\/strong> are the best adventures any passionate explorer could wish for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all, the breathtaking natural landscapes,<\/strong> as well as the diverse species, make each trek a unique experience worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you’re planning your next trip to Colombia,<\/strong> you probably already know all that. But you may not know which hike to take first, as there are dozens of options throughout the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That’s why at Expotur<\/a><\/strong>, we want to show you the best trekking adventures in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep reading to discover the top 5 <\/strong>hikes in Colombia.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lost City Trek: <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Th<\/strong>e Lost City Trek<\/strong> is an experience that any trekking enthusiast should undergo at least once in their lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lost City<\/strong> is the most enchanting adventures when we are talking about hikes in Colombia.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s a 4 to 5-day adventure through the lush jungle of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta<\/a> to reach the abandoned city of Tayrona.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Inmerse yourself in the jungle and connect with the unique species of animals and plants in the area.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every step you take will bring you closer to the stone structures built by indigenous people in times before the Spanish colonial era.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The journey won’t be easy, but we promise it will be worth every second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, remember that this is a tour offered only by authorized agencies, and luckily, Expotur is one of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So pack your sportswear and your camera to live this experience with us. Check our itineraries here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

El Cocuy National Natural Park: <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Located between Arauca and Boyac\u00e1<\/strong>, this is where the largest amount of glacier mass is preserved in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Additionally, it has three main trails, each offering a completely new adventure. This is what sets this adventure apart from many others in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first trail will take you through the Sierra Nevada de Guican<\/a> to reach the beautiful Andean lagoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, with the second, you will explore the mountainous side of the park, covering 21 kilometers to witness the iconic rock formation of El Pulpito del Diablo.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, with the third option, you will walk along the edge of the white snow adorning the highest peak of the Eastern Cordillera: El Rituana Blanco.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obviously this is a must visit destination when talking about hikes in Colombia.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you can see, there is a variety of treks to choose from. Don’t hesitate to pick the one that suits your interests the most or if you are fearless, \u00a1All of them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cerros de Mavicure<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you’re just starting in the world of hiking<\/strong> and don’t feel prepared for a very challenging adventure, this is the perfect option for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s a walk of only 1.5 kilometers in the department of Guain\u00eda<\/strong>, where you can contemplate a beautiful collection of monoliths forming the Guayana Shield<\/a> and explore the spectacular reddish rivers in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Feel free to bring your camera for this adventure, as you’ll encounter all kinds of natural wonders to document and never forget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Chorrera Waterfall:<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We’re talking about the sixth highest waterfall in all of South America<\/strong>, with a height of 590 meters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can embark on this intermediate-difficult adventure just 40 minutes from Bogot\u00e1<\/strong>, enjoying a hike<\/strong> through mountainous forests and miniature waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This is an entirely ecological walk, so you might also discover species, especially birds that you could have never imagined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nevado del Tolima<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Now we’re talking about one of the most physically demanding hikes in Colombia<\/strong>, as it involves a trek of 5,280 meters to the highest peak of Nevado del Tolima.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The experience will undoubtedly not be easy, but when you see the hot springs and lagoons spread throughout the entire space, you’ll realize that it was all worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also, it will be four unparalleled days where you can reconnect with yourself and the beautiful nature around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


These are just 5 of the many hikes in Colombia<\/strong>. Feel free to visit our website<\/a> to discover more unique experiences that we can offer you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact us!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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