Nocaima & La Vega Day Trip + El Bambú Panela Farm Tour
Day Trip Details
At the indicated time we'll pick you up at your hotel in Bogota and from there we'll start this day trip to Nocaima and La Vega, two natural jewels of the Colombian department of Cundinamarca.
After about a 1.5-hour drive, we'll arrive in Nocaima. There we'll visit the El Bambú farm, where we'll be welcomed by a local family of farmers. This area of Colombia has a long history and tradition of producing panela, as its climate and soil type are the ideal environment for cultivating this crop.
Our hosts will guide us on a tour of their land while explaining the different stages of sugar cane cultivation, from planting to harvesting. We'll also learn how the caña al trapiche is made, which involves grinding the sugar cane in a mill and extracting its juice.
During the experience, we'll have breakfast that includes an arepa with scrambled eggs and guarapo, which is what the drink obtained from sugar cane is called in Colombia. To round out our visit, we'll explore the house-museum, where some old objects related to the work of cultivation are exhibited.
At noon, we'll leave for the center of Nocaima, and there we'll leave you about 1 hour of free time for lunch.
Later, we'll meet up again to head for La Vega, where we'll take a guided tour of its picturesque streets. As we stroll through this small town surrounded by the mountains of the Colombian Cordillera Central, we'll be treated to breathtaking views.
Finally, we'll return to the starting point, where we'll about 9 hours of hiking.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission to El Bambú panela farm
Breakfast
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Avestura Nocaima Colombia. Corporate name: GEOVANNY ALGECIRA CASASBUENAS Registered Office: CR 6 7 33 BRR CENTRO, NOCAIMA, Colombia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 10724669623 Contact information Email: geovannyalgecira@hotmail.com Phone: 3138619078
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