Colombia · HIKING & TREKKING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 hiking & trekking days worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
A tough 4-day trek from Santa Marta to Ciudad Perdida with jungle rivers, hammocks, expert guides, and meals included for $580.
“It was a really well organized trip by expotur. The guides had a lot of knowledge about the history of la ciudad perdida.”
Challenge a cloud-forest hike to Colombia’s tallest waterfall on a guided day trip from Bogotá with breakfast, lunch, and real nature stories.
“Great hike with some amazing scenery. Our guide, Niko, was extremely friendly and helpful. And two French bulldogs from did the hike with us for an added treat. Highly recommend. The altitude could be a factor though. 🙃”
A 5 to 6 hour hike near Medellín through cloud forest streams, Los Salados, and two waterfall stops with wet-foot fun.
“an awesome fairly easy hike, the guides explained about the wild birds and plants in the mountains! Also had some nice fruits and coffee at the waterfall! Great day!”
Hike Minca jungle to a coffee farm and Lost Waterfall, then enjoy lunch, a cocoa workshop, and a cacao museum stop from Santa Marta.
“Fun tour with Ronaldo through the forest to visit a waterfall, coffee farm and learn about the nature in Colombia. Highly recommend as a good way to learn about Minca!”
Howling Trail Hike from Cartagena, Colombia, early wildlife trek in the tropical dry forest, with egg-and-arepa breakfast and local lunch.
“Wonderful tour from start to finish. Despite the heat it was fantastic. Olinto and his team went at a great pace and we got lucky with all the sightings of animals. The dry forest is a unique and engaging opportunity to learn about nature with Olinto.”
Eco hike in Minca from Santa Marta: coffee tour, waterfall time, lunch, and a hands-on cacao chocolate bar workshop.
“Mario was such an amazing tour guide! Could not recommend thus your more, just make sure to wear your mosquito repellent!”
Private hike from Bogotá to La Chorrera and El Chiflón waterfalls, with Guadalupe viewpoints, guide, hotel pickup, and lunch options.
“Myself and a friend had a great experience hiking with Jorge and being picked up by a private driver. The drive itself was about an hour and half to the bottom of a gravel road in beautiful farmland. It was super cloudy driving up but we luckily had mostly clear conditions hiking. The hike was about two hours and intermediate difficulty. Jorge had great English, led us at a good pace despite the high altitude, and was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. The hike was very beautiful. We booked With Lunch which was served at the restaurant at the park entrance. The beef was delicious. It’s a really…”
From Cartagena, hike Montes de Maria petroglyphs and flora, then learn Gaita music in San Jacinto on a small group day trip.
“What an incredible experience! If you love hiking, nature, animals, plant life - this is for you! Olinto our guide is so knowledgeable and passionate and we learned so much about not only the plant and animal life, but about Colombia in general and their culture, food, music, etc. He was very punctual, professional, and fun! We were able to see many different types of birds and also monkeys! The views were INCREDIBLE and seeing the petroglyphs was a once in a lifetime experience! Getting to have lunch at a local hotel and have the local music played for us was so special and cool. We cannot recommend Olinto and…”
A door-to-door hike through Tayrona National Park, with stops at viewpoints and beaches, plus expert English guidance and bottled water from Santa Marta.
“Fantastic tour - well worth the time and effort. Wouldn’t want to do this hike without a guide - we learned so much about the park, the indigenous tribes and the wildlife. David was amazing and fun to be with all day. If you are worried about the hike, it is completely doable. There are some climbs in the beginning, but it’s mostly flat and some very muddy spots closer to Cabo San Juan. Bring cash to spend along the way - there are many opportunities for popsicles, fresh coconut, fresh juice, restaurants, etc along the route. Also: Cabo San Juan itself is over crowded and over-rated. Do as David…”
A 2.5-hour early morning hike to Las Moyas for a quiet Bogotá skyline view with a bilingual guide from Cielo.Travel.
“Nature with great views of the city! Beats Monserrate since not just steps, and more authentic. Not crowded, just difficult which we loved. Great hike, sweet tour guide!”
Guided hike from Bogotá to El Chiflon and La Chorrera, with hotel pickup, snacks, and optional lunch, in the Andes near Colombia’s tallest falls.
“This extraordinary hike was amazing! Hilton as expert driver and Daniel as my hiker guide were just wonderful. If you can spare a day, don’t miss this activity. Note: This area wasn’t accessible for many years, but fortunately with the new peace and safety hikers can now hike in.”
A private 11-hour hike from Medellín to Río Melcocho, with 4x4 rides, crystal waterfalls, and a forest walk with a certified guide.
“This was an amazing tour! Daniel was an awesome guide. He took us to really cool spots along the Melcocho river and nearby towns. Lots of sightseeing too. The food that he and his family cooked for us was delicious. He really went above and beyond I couldn't recommend this tour enough. 11/10”
Private 6-hour hike through Valle del Cocora and Salento, guided by local experts with Quindio wax palm views and valley photo stops.
“If you have only one day in Colombia, visit Cocora Valley. Absolutely stunning!”
Private Cocora Valley hike and Salento stroll in Colombia's Coffee Triangle, with Wax Palms, a Willys jeep ride, and great guides.
“Gracias a Luisa logramos compartir un momento agradable anticipandonos a un alto volumen de turistas que visitan el lugar. Todo fue muy personalizado y privado, me encantó!”
4.5-hour Minca trek tracing Tayrona heritage, visit an Arhuaco coffee and cacao farm, taste products, and relax at a waterfall.
“Jorge was a great guide! Really enjoyed this informative tour and would recommend!”
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