Guatape: Ascend El Peñol, Embrace Zócalos, Unforgettable Day!
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What makes us special is our focus on visiting places of true tourist interest for the general public. This allows us to optimize our time and create more enriching and meaningful experiences. Instead of rushing from one attraction to another, we dedicate ourselves to delving deeper into each activity. This means our travelers have the opportunity to learn more and fully enjoy each experience. Additionally, our guests enjoy a more relaxed and stress-free environment, as we have designed itineraries with convenient schedules. This way, they don't feel pressured by time between activities, allowing them to enjoy a more relaxed and enjoyable pace.
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mp100, 10/19/2025 4:48:39 PM
Guatape/Peñol is a great day trip from Medellin! And this tour is a good value for getting transport and meals. We did have a modified day which was a bit frustrating. We found out the day before it was leaving an hour earlier at 6am due to a bike race, which was challenging but I guess better than sitting in traffic. We waited around a while to leave and then stopped to pick up another group. But what was frustrating was that it completely changed the itinerary order without any communication. The tour was to stop tour in Marinilla for breakfast and then drive more, go to climb Peñol, do a relaxing boat tour for recovery, have lunch, enjoy Guatape, and go back to Medellin. Instead we went all the way to Guatape with no stops, walked around, got a late breakfast, did a boat ride, walked around Guatape, had lunch too soon after breakfast, and right when people were sleepy on the bus and heat was at its peak outside… went to go climb the rock. And then made an unadvertised stop on the way home for a llama farm with more shops even tho we had just used the bathrooms at Peñol 20 mins ago. Additionally, the guide was very challenging to hear and it was very obvious she was saying a lot more in Spanish and then giving a rushed Cliffs Notes version in English (confirmed by a bilingual) so I didn’t learn too much. Meals were not great and coffee was horrible, but I appreciated that it included breakfast and vegetarian options. In retrospect I may have gone with another company (I picked this one bc it said it left later & didn’t stop at llama farm… both of which ended up being untrue) but for the low price, I got the value I needed in round-trip transportation.
Natasha_E, 10/13/2025 11:16:27 PM
My partner and I had the most amazing day! Was a great tour, well organised, food was great, tour included everything we needed. And a shout out to our amazing tour guide Carlos Carmona, so knowledgeable and fun! it was so nice to go on a tour that all the information was also in English so we didnt miss out on anything. Highly recommend this tour!
Jennifer_S, 10/12/2025 8:04:22 AM
The trip was fun and a full day of activity. The breakfast and lunch provided was tasty and filling.
Julene_S, 10/11/2025 11:17:07 PM
There was some delay due to a bicycle marathon. Our tour guide Carlos was very tentative to our needs and concerns, he address them accordingly. His passion was contagious which makes the tour a great experience.
Bradley_K, 10/3/2025 8:23:26 PM
So worth the drive out there. I want to move now, lol. The online explanation of this trip doesn’t do it justice. It is so cool to see it live.
Brittni_H, 9/28/2025 11:57:20 PM
I absolutely loved the tour! Carlos was wonderful! I learned a lot about the history of Colombia and I was able to try some amazing food!
Robert_P, 9/28/2025 7:35:45 PM
Great tour, on time, the guide was informative in the breakfast and lunch was lovely well recommended
Rachael_M, 9/21/2025 8:13:54 PM
My partner and I had an amazing day on this tour! Our guide Carlos was incredible! He was very knowledgable and made sure the entire group had the most enjoyable day. The intinery itself is a perfect mix of active and chilled. I’d recommend anyone to go on this tour! Great value for money :)
Jorge_a, 9/19/2025 7:32:30 AM
Alejandro did an absolutely great job and was very knowledgeable. The breakfast and lunch options were great. There was enough free time for you to walk around. I would absolutely recommend a tour with Alejandro to anyone
damons879, 9/17/2025 10:47:41 AM
We had a great time during this amazing tour. Different activities with warmth and support. Patricia and Javier were great.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We recommend bringing comfortable shoes and clothes that allow you to walk and a light jacket that lowers the temperature in the afternoon.
- Bring an original identification document, passport, DNI, or cedula to add them to the travel insurance and also the police may require it.
- It is recommended to bring cash (the climb to the rock only accepts cash and Colombian pesos, 30,000 pesos per person ( 7 USD Aprox) ).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
- The order of the itinerary may change at the guide's discretion
- Remember If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- We adhere to tourism law 300 for No Shows. If you do not arrive at the Meeting Point at the designated time or you do not consume/use the agreed upon services, there will be no refund.
- We operate in all weather conditions
Departure point
The starting point is the Estadio metro station, at Carrera 70 with calle 47D. Our tourist guide will wait for you. The excursion leaves at 7:30am from this meeting point.Return details
What makes us special is our focus on visiting places of true tourist interest for the general public. This allows us to optimize our time and create more enriching and meaningful experiences. Instead of rushing from one attraction to another, we dedicate ourselves to delving deeper into each activity. This means our travelers have the opportunity to learn more and fully enjoy each experience. Additionally, our guests enjoy a more relaxed and stress-free environment, as we have designed itineraries with convenient schedules. This way, they don't feel pressured by time between activities, allowing them to enjoy a more relaxed and enjoyable pace.Redemption
• Provide original identification document Passport, DNI or cedula to include them in the travel insurance and the police may also require it.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund