Tatacoa Desert and Villavieja 3-Day Tour

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A 3-day trip to venture through the most important places in the Huila region. Enjoy its culture, traditions and heritage. Visit the Tataoca Desert, the astronomical observatory, museums, and more.

Highlights

  • Learn about the areas that make up La Tatacoa: Hoyos, Cusco and red zone
  • Learn about constellations at the astronomical observatory
  • Visit the most important points of Villavieja and its museums
  • Enjoy the gastronomy and traditions of the region

Description

Villavieja and Neiva are waiting to offer you a totally local experience in a destination that will surprise you. A whole adventure not to be missed! You can start this fun trip from Neiva or Villavieja. Day 1. Cultural visit and astronomical observation In the afternoon of the first day, our local guide will pick you up at your hotel to start an interesting City Tour of Villavieja. Visit the Paleontological Museum, and the Museum Casa Artesanal del Totumo. Visit the most important places of Villavieja to learn about the traditions, customs, and history of the town. At night visit the astronomical observatory and participate in a talk to learn from the astronomer about the constellations and stars. Participate in an observation experience through telescopes. Day 2. Visit the Tatacoa Desert and the Magdalena river In the morning of this day, take a motocanoa ride on the Magdalena River. The fishermen will tell you about the myths and legends of the region. The guide will explain about the fauna and flora that can be sighted. And if you want to relax a little, you can jump into the water and enjoy the river for a while. In the afternoon, you will begin your hike through the exotic landscapes of this ecosystem. Visit the deserts of El Cusco, Los Hoyos and the red zone of the desert. An ecosystem that seems to be from another planet. Day 3. Finish your tour in Villavieja On the last day you will enjoy your morning free until check-out time at your accommodation. This will be the end of an incomparable tour through this traditional and charming region of Colombia.

Includes

Gran Colombia Tours private guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off in private transportation Two nights' accommodation in 3-star hotels in Villavieja 2 breakfasts Experiences included in the itinerary (Tatacoa Desert, astronomical observatory, canoe trip in the river, city tour in Villavieja) All risk insurance

Important Information

  • Please, take into account that most of the experiences and tours of this trip are done by foot You can choose from where to start the tour: Neiva or Villavieja. If any of the rides (arrival or departure) takes place in Neiva, please choose Neiva as the option. The hotels can be Yararaka, Villaparaíso o Colonial, according to availability Tour in alliance with local operator

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