Tour of Guatapé + Boat Ride
Description
At the indicated time, we'll meet by Poblado's San Jose Church, and from there, we'll head through the beautiful green landscapes until we reach the town of Marinilla. Here, we'll have breakfast of an arepa with scrambled eggs, cheese, and fried plantains.
Then, we'll check out La Piedra del Peñol rock, standing 721 feet (220 meters) tall. From the summit, we'll have Guatapé at our feet! Here, you'll have an hour and a half of free time to enjoy the landscapes.
Next, we'll make our way to the town of Guatape, where we'll leave you another hour and a half to stroll along the promenade and see the famous Plaza de los Zócalos, full of colorful houses and murals.
We'll also take you to the replica of the Old Peñol, a small park that recreates how the village used to be in this area before it was flooded by the waters of the dam in the 70s. We'll tell you all about this fascinating history. Afterward, we'll be able to replenish your energy with a well-deserved typical lunch of beans, rice, plantain, arepas, and meat.
Following lunch, we'll board a boat for a relaxing cruise around the beautiful Guatapé dam. As we sail along, we'll see the ruins of the famous Hacienda la Manuela, one of the mansions that belonged to drug lord Pablo Escobar.
We'll learn the history of this house and then return to the starting point, where the tour will come to an end 10.5-12 hours after departure.
Price
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Duration
10 hours 30 minutes - 12 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Breakfast and lunch
Boat trip
Not included
Fee to climb the La Piedra del Peñol Rock: 25,000 COP (US$ 6.40) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 8 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
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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:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Viaja Medellín
Corporate name: VIAJA MEDELLIN GROUP S.A.S.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Will children under 4 years old have reserved seats?
A - No. Children under 4 years old can go on this activity for free, but they'll need to sit on their parent or guardian's lap during the bus journey.
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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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Free cancellation
San José Church in Parque del Poblado
