Framed by high peaks and lined by the crystalline waters of the Río Quindío, this verdant valley stretches from the east of Salento, on the …
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Jan 30, 2025
We enjoyed the beautiful views and wax palms, however disappointed in the commercialization. What a shame to have ruined the natural beauty with installations you would find in a theme park. I beli… Full review by 55andalive
Nov 25, 2024
I’ve done this hike three times between 2022 and 2024 - the full loop each time. If you are going counterclockwise, watch for the two scammers about 5 minutes after the booth, right in front of the f… Full review by Chuan899
Sep 22, 2024
It is an amazing hike with some unbelievable views However I would make sure you have some level of fitness before doing this as parts were not easy. Also , some parts of the hike required a good lev… Full review by Shane B
Are there any Jeep tours or short walks that allow us to see the wax trees? I have a bad hip and the reviews of horse rides make it sound very challenging on horseback. Thanks!
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Jeeps drop you at the bottom of the valley. You can then walk or take a horse but use the left road for the shorter way to the palm trees. Its around 5km to the viewpoints. Don’t go through …
Jeeps drop you at the bottom of the valley. You can then walk or take a horse but use the left road for the shorter way to the palm trees. Its around 5km to the viewpoints. Don’t go through the blue fence as it is a 16km/5hr hike.
Hello, we are going to salento next week. Our plan is to do a coffe tour and hike valle de cocora. Weather forecast is rain. How much rain should I expect? Will I be able to hike el valle if it’s raining?
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Hey thanks for the question. I was in salento for 6 day and there were days it was rain off and on, and there were days it would rain for a good half a day. Either way your trekking …
Hey thanks for the question. I was in salento for 6 day and there were days it was rain off and on, and there were days it would rain for a good half a day. Either way your trekking through mud. Some of my friends and I were just covered in mud, but it was still 100% worth it. Bring a good pair of hiking boots for traction but be mindful they will be covered in mud. I hope this helps.
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