Things to do in Santander Department, Santander Department: The Best Bus Tours

Experience breathtaking views of El Peñol and visit Guatape. This small group tour will take you to the colorful town of Guatape, where get to climb the huge rock of El Peñol, enjoy an amazing view and visit the promenade, plaza de los zócalos, climb the rock, take an amazing view of the lakes, colonial buildings and much more. Enjoy your tour while your professional photographer and tour guide shares with you the beauty of Guatape.  All entrance fees are included on this 7- 8-hour tour.

Inclusions: Local taxes, All toll road fees, Local guide, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch (at own expense), Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Another hidden gem in the department of Santander - Guadalupe, Quebrada Las Gachas! An amazing day trip to the reddish colored river with its nature made jacuzzis. It is an 1,5 days tour - the accommodation will be in Guadalupe.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

hello every one we are the true colombian experience; in this oportunity Coffee Farm Experience we gonna take you to the montains behind bogota to the really local town of choachi. from there we will drive like 5 minutes more untill we get to our organic coffee farm. there we will meet the local farmers and with them we have a traditional colombian breackfast; we will hear about how is to be a coffee farmer, after we start with the experience. we take our cocos for pick coffee and we get inside the plantation we learn about the coffee in a organic farm. we gonna walk around the 8000 plants and we will harvesting coffee. we go under the local fruits trees, the idea is to feel the coffee culture pretty close and discover the colombian coffee world. we process the coffee and end drinking more coffee in a diferent way of preparation, we go to te town just for eat the best traditional lunch and in the way back we stop for take some pictures at the paramos and amazing points of bogota vews.

Inclusions: coco for the coffee picking, Breakfast, Lunch, Private transportation, coffee teasting, coffee bag to take home, local english speaking guide

Exclusions: what is not included

The Chicamocha Canyon is over 125 miles long (200 km) and from the river to its tallest peak approximately 1.25 miles (2000 m) high. This makes it a greater depth than the Grand Canyon in Arizona. The piece de resistance is the cable car which travels 0.75 miles (1200m) down into the canyon and also up on the opposite side, with a total travel time of ½ hour giving you plenty of time to take the perfect photo. The actual theme park is a combination of historical and cultural events as well as supplying more adventurous activities such as climbing an artificial waterfall, zip lining, an extreme swing, virtual reality, a waterpark, trampolines and more.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bilingual Guide for entire tour time, Entrance fees, 2x Cable Car rides, Stop at Café Mesa de los Santos: Opportunity to buy some of the most exclusive coffee in Colombia

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips

Rio world class, considered one of the best in South America for its rapids, is a river that is approximately 1 hour from San Gil. This activity has 12 km of navigation where the wonderful landscape of the Suarez Canyon will be visualized and is one of the highest doses of adrenaline for those who dare to explore its waters. The starting point of rafting is on the Vázquez bridge via Socorro - Simacota and ends at the junction of the Suarez river and the Fonce river.

Inclusions: Rafting equipment, vest, helmet and paddle, Private transportation, Snack, A beer,  FREE, GoPro camera photos and videos

Exclusions: Tip

The Chicamocha Canyon is the second largest in the world and in it we can observe its majestic river that for lovers of extreme sports the rating on this river turns out to be an experience. It leaves from San Gil at 10:00 a.m. until you reach the rafting starting point of the Chicamocha River (fishing bridge) the descent is made to the municipality of Jordan (changrilla refuge) traveling 15km, in changrilla you will enjoy a typical lunch of the region and a cold beer to pass the heat.

Inclusions: Rafting equipment, helmet, vest and paddle, Lunch, Private transportation, GoPro photographs and videos available

Exclusions: Tip

-The best flight in the majestic chicamocha canyon - Number one on tripadvisor in this activity. -Our agency has more than 10 years of experience -We offer a highly qualified team with human warmth ready to cooperate. -We work hard to ensure that our visitors find the most exciting and amazing adventures.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Takeoff and landing photographs, Certified and Homologated equipment for the activity.

Exclusions: Lunch, Photographs and video in flight

As soon as you arrive you’ll be able to see the top waterfall and it won’t disappoint. With a combined height of 820 ft (250 m) these waterfalls are both impressive and peaceful at the same time. You’ll enjoy the 25-minute trek via the tropical rainforest to get to the lower waterfalls and a swimming spot where you can simply relax and enjoy this idyllic scene. Once you’ve soaked up this amazing landscape and committed every part of this tremendous morning to memory you will head off to the wonderful town of Barichara. After spending only a few moments in Barichara you’ll completely understand why it is called the most beautiful town in Colombia and quite possibly the world. You will fall in love with the colonial architecture, cobbled roads and artisan workshops. You’ll cherish the spectacular views of the Suarez Canyon and relish the experience of making by hand your very own paper. You’ll savor your lunch and also have an opportunity to take a 2-hour hike to Guane.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bilingual Guide for entire tour time, Entrance fees, Lunch, Walking tour of Barichara, Making Paper by Hand experience, Hiking “Camino Real” to Guane (2 hrs) – optional, no extra cost., Juan Curí Tour

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips

Starting in Bogotá, you’ll explore the oldest neighborhood; La Candelaria. Followed by receiving some amazing views of the capital city from the great height of Monserrate. Next, you’ll explore the Salt Mine Cathedral of Zipaquira, and walk through the labyrinth of chambers 600ft below ground. Continue your day with a stop in the artisan town of Raquira. And finish staying the night in the 400-year-old colonial town of Villa de Leyva, with its cobblestone streets and amazing architecture. You’ll voyage into Santander, where you’ll find the most beautiful town in Colombia; Barichara. You’ll enjoy 2 nights in this wonderful location, as well as exploring the Juan Curí waterfalls, surrounded by natural beauty. Next, it’s onto the heritage town Giron, for a cable car ride to the Santisimo Ecoparque. Enjoy the spectacular views from a viewing platform above a 121 ft. giant statue of Christ. To finish you’ll also enjoy the beautiful water and light show and simply sensational sunset.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Entrance Fees, 6 Nights Accommodation

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and Transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips

10 amazing days on a Private Tour of Colombia! Explore the most beautiful town in Colombia; Barichara along with magnificent waterfalls, tropical jungles, magical beaches, crystal clear oceans, an ancient city, a mud volcano, a day on the amazing Rosario Islands and of course Cartagena! This 10-day tour combines adventure, history, and more – it’s also simply the best way possible to spend your time in the spectacular country of Colombia!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Airport Pickup and drop-off, Pickup and Drop-off from your accommodation, Transport in private air conditioned vehicle, 9x nights accommodation in double rooms in your choice of 3, 4, or 5-star hotels

Exclusions: Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Experiences and transportation not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips