Hiking Tours in Colombia: 11 Weighed Up on Cost and Hours

1.Tayrona Park Hike And Beach Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $211Our pick

Spend about 10 hours hiking from Cañaveral through Tayrona’s jungle to La Piscina and Cabo San Juan. Your private English-speaking guide, such as Hugo, David, César, or Andrés, sets the pace, spots wildlife, explains local culture, and helps with park entry. Transport, water, and park fees may be included depending on your package.

“We had an A+ day hiking through the Park. Our guide, Hugo was so knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. Our driver Hadar was also terrific We will remember the day always.”

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2.Private tour: hiking to the crystalline MELCOCHO river from MEDELLÍN

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $270

Leave Medellín at 7 a.m. for Cocorná and La Piñuela, then switch to a 4x4 truck for a forest trail into the Melcocho and Santo Domingo river reserve. Guide Daniel leads a private day of swimming, waterfalls, wildlife, local stories, and time beside remarkably clear water. Expect an 11-hour day and moderate hiking.

“If you are looking for luxury and sophistication, look elsewhere, but if you want to put your hand on the beating heart of of rural Antioquia and its people, Daniel and his team are your guys. We booked two tours with Daniel to take us out of Medellin and into the countryside. The first day to Guatape and the second day to the Rio Melcocho. Just the two of us with Daniel in Guatape and two couples and two guides the next day on the river - plus two surprise guests who made the day extra special!(Thank you Daniel for that addition to our party). Small groups. Personal attention. We…”

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3.Salento/Pereira: Cocora Valley & Salento Hiking Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 78 reviews · 6 hours · from $108

Spend six hours hiking Cocora Valley with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide, then visit Salento. You will learn about Colombia’s wax palms, stop at scenic viewpoints, ride a traditional Willie, and meet local people. Guides such as Pedro, David, Alejo, and Marcela are praised for adjusting the pace and explaining the area well. This is not a coffee farm tour.

“If you have only one day in Colombia, visit Cocora Valley. Absolutely stunning!”

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4.Cocora Valley and Salento Hike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

Walk among Colombia’s towering wax palms with a private guide, take a traditional Willys jeep ride, and visit Salento’s streets and viewpoints. Guides such as Mauricio, Luisa, Pedro, and Mafe have earned praise for explaining local plants, wildlife, history, and culture. Hotel pickup, park entry, and insurance are included.

“Beautiful and unique experience in the valley of the cocora with the wonderful and prepared guide of Nicolaj and the driver Brian, both very kind and friendly. Excellent day including lunch in a typical Salento surrounded by nature and animals and birds of all kinds. Highly recommended!Auto-translated”

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5.Guided Hiking through Tayrona National Park and Cabo San Juan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · from $45

Leave Santa Marta before sunrise for Tayrona’s El Zaino entrance. With a Spanish and English mixed guide, hike through tropical forest, mangroves, and several beaches to Cabo San Juan. You’ll have time to swim, eat lunch, visit the viewpoint, and return by air-conditioned vehicle. Foreign visitors pay extra park tax and guide fees.

“No vale la pena pagar este tour. Es preferible llegar al parque y uno mismos comprar el seguro y pagar su entrada. Ir al paso de un grupo es perder mucho tiempo, los guías estuvieron ausentes todo el recorrido, y al final iban el bus bebiendRead more”

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6.Trekking History and Indigenous Heritage in Minca + Cacao & Coffee + Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 63 reviews · from $41Best value

Meet your bilingual guide in Minca’s Central Park for a medium-level trek through trails tied to Tayrona heritage. Visit an Arhuaco family farm to learn about cacao, coffee, cultivation, and Indigenous traditions, then relax at a natural waterfall. Guides may include Jorge, Andres, or Santiago. The 4.5-hour outing is in English or Spanish.

“Jorge is knowledgeable, social and happy to answer any questions. The tour was informative and fun. A great start to your stay in Minca.”

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7.Sumapaz Páramo Private Hike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $121

Leave Bogotá for an eight-hour private hike in Sumapaz National Park, the world’s largest páramo. A guide such as José, Francisco, or Luis may lead the outing, with a local páramo guide adding insight into the ecosystem and rural life. Expect mist, muddy trails, water wells, steep walking, and altitudes reaching about 4,600 meters.

“Ok, my guide Luis said this was the third worst weather he’s seen on this hike. Pouring rain, wind, and basically hiking along (and in) a trail that has turned to a mini river. Despite all of that, I had a freaking blast! My boots are still soaked days later! Luis was such a great guide - from sharing knowledge to actually connecting personally. Seriously such a great time! Didn’t really have any issues with the altitude either, which was my biggest concern. So fun!”

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8.Hiking to the largest paramo on earth : Sumapaz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $130

Travel from Bogotá into Sumapaz National Natural Park, where a small group hikes through one of the world’s largest páramos. Guides such as Juan, Andrea, Alejandro, and Gabi explain the plants, water system, and local life. Breakfast, a warm panela drink, and an arepa help round out this 6-to-8-hour outing.

“A really special opportunity to see a beautiful, unique ecosystem. Jacky was an excellent guide and I learned a lot!”

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9.Trekking Cerro Kennedy 2 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $298

Travel by 4x4 from Santa Marta through Minca to La Tagua, tour an organic coffee farm, then stay at Finca Santa Elena before hiking Cerro Kennedy at about 3,000 meters. Guides such as Carlos, Tatjana, and Leo share local knowledge, while Ana and her family prepare home-style meals.

“We have enjoyed our 3 days trekking so so much! Landscape , beautiful sunrises and sunsets, delicious homemade food and most importantly such a lovely and welcoming hosts😍highly recommended and we will be happy to be back one day”

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10.La Chorrera Waterfall Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 46 reviews · 8 hours · from $97

Leave Bogotá for Choachí and hike through La Chorrera Park to Colombia’s tallest natural waterfall. Your bilingual guide, such as Camilo, Angel, Katy, or Steven, explains local plants, birds, forests, and regional history. The walk is moderately challenging, with mountain views, a local snack, shared transport, and up to 10 people.

“Our guide Angel was great! Really appreciated having him along during our hike!”

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11.Multi-Day Trek to The Lost City

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 40 reviews · 4 days · from $713

Follow an English or Spanish-speaking guide from Santa Marta into the Sierra Nevada on a 4, 5, or 6-day trek. You will cross rivers, sleep in jungle camps, learn about Wiwa and Kogui culture, and climb 1,200 stone steps to the Lost City. Guides and staff may include Arghenith, Francisco, Emilie, Miguel, or Coco, depending on the departure.

“It was a once in a lifetime experience! 🤩 The whole trip was super organized and the team (Arghenith the guide, Victor the translator and Bridgette our chef) made it simply perfect! Couldn’t recommend it more! 🩷”

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