MOUNTAIN - ALTITUD TREKKING
PARAMILLO DEL QUINDÍO TREK
A unique expedition on the highest mountain in Quindío
3 days / 2 nights
Departure from Salento, Quindio
Up to 4,750 m.a.s l
Difficulty Moderate / High
Small groups
Personalized departures
Professional guides
With local knowledge
Insurance & permits
Included
Responsible tourism
We care for the mountains
Languages avalaible
Spanish / English
An unforgettable experience
Why Paramillo del Quindio?
Paramillo del Quindío is a high-altitude experience through some of the most breathtaking landscapes of the Colombian Andes. During the expedition, you will discover Andean forests, páramo ecosystems and vast fields of frailejones, along with a remarkable variety of viewpoints and mountain trails. This extinct volcano is known for its striking sand and rock landscapes, whose shapes and colors have been compared to the famous Mountain of Seven Colors.
TOTAL DISTANCE
54 km
MINIMUM ALTITUDE
2,400 m a.s.l
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE
4.750 m a.s.l
DIFFICULTY
Medium / High
DURATION
3 days / 2 nights
ITINERARIO
3 days of adventure, unforgettable landscapes and a real connection with the mountains.
Trekking from Cocora Valley to Rural Farm
aprox. 14 km
2.400 – 3.750 m a.s.l
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we head to Cocora Valley, home to the tallest wax palms in the world, Colombia’s national
tree.
We begin a hike of approximately 14 kilometers along cloud forest trails, crossing streams and bridges while observing the region’s
biodiversity: hummingbirds, orchids, and giant ferns.
At the end of the journey, we arrive at Finca Buenos Aires, a cozy rural lodge located at 3,750 meters above sea level, where we will
enjoy a hot dinner. There, we will rest and prepare for the next day’s ascent.
Approach to Paramillo del Quindío
17 km
3.750 – 4.750 m a.s.l
Early in the morning, we will enjoy a hearty breakfast and begin our hike toward Paramillo del Quindío (the route will be adapted to your physical condition and weather conditions).
We will cover approximately 10 kilometers, reaching a maximum altitude of 4,750 meters above sea level. Along the way, we will cross from the department of Quindío into Tolima, passing through three ecosystems: sub-páramo, páramo, and super-páramo.
After this journey, we will arrive at Finca La Playa, a welcoming rural farm where we will have dinner and spend the night, surrounded by the tranquility of the páramo.
Descent to Cocora Valley and Return to Salento
20 km
2.400 – 3.750 m a.s.l
We have an early breakfast at the farm (located at 3,750 meters above sea level) and begin the final descent of our journey. During this day, we will hike approximately 20 kilometers, crossing the open landscapes of the páramo and re-entering the cloud forests, filled with mosses, orchids, and Andean birdlife.
We finish the hike in the majestic Cocora Valley, where a vehicle will be waiting to take us to Salento. There, we will close the experience with a delicious traditional lunch. With this, we conclude a journey full of nature, connection, and adventure through Los Nevados National Natural Park.
INCLUDES
Professional guidingFull meals (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners)Hydration and snacksTransportationMedical assistance insuranceEntrance fees and permits for protected areas
RECOMMENDATIONS
Thermal clothing and a change of clothes
Hat and gloves and a change of clothes
Waterproof jacket
Sun protection
Hydration
Adequate physical fitness
Trekking boots
GALLERY
Starting from
$1.200.000 COP
per person
Conscious experiences, small groups, a deeper connection with the mountains.
(The price may vary depending on the number of participants.)
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