From Medellin: Guatape El Peñol with boat + gastronomic tour

Colombia



Climb the Rock of Guatapé and try traditional local foods during an immersive day trip from Medellín. Walk down a street covered in umbrellas, enjoy a boat ride on the lake.

Highlights

  • Get to know guatape and its unique gastronomy
  • Visit the iconic El Peñol Rock
  • Explore colorful Guatapé and the famous zócalos
  • Enjoy a scenic boat ride
  • Try traditional local specialties

Description

Discover Guatapé through its authentic flavors, fascinating history, and spectacular landscapes on a full-day gastronomic adventure from Medellín. Travel through the mountains of Antioquia and enjoy 7 tastings at different stops along the route, discovering fresh local fruits, traditional sweets, regional specialties, and authentic flavors that tell the story of the destination. Visit the town of El Peñol and learn how it was rebuilt after the original town was flooded, then continue to Guatapé, one of Colombia’s most colorful destinations. Walk through its charming streets, discover the famous zócalos that decorate the town’s houses, visit Umbrella Street, and explore the Plaza de los Zócalos. Enjoy a scenic boat ride across the reservoir while tasting a traditional local dish known as fiambre, and discover regional crafts and typical treats such as solterita. Along the way, learn about Antioquia’s geography, flora, fauna, and culture, including a fascinating journey through one of Latin America’s longest tunnels. You’ll also enjoy the countryside and mountain scenery before reaching the iconic El Peñol Rock. With the opportunity to explore the area around the rock and, if you wish, climb its nearly 800 steps, this experience combines two unforgettable ways to discover Guatapé: through its landscapes and through its flavors.

Includes

Round trip transportation bilingual guide Health insurance lake cruise lunch and 5 appetizers finishing point and meeting point El Poblado Park

Excludes

unplanned stops or routes Parque Piedra Del Peñol climb optional payment at the ticket store

Important Information

  • We meet all the visitors at 9 mall Gastronomico Call 9 No 42-27 near poblado park.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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