Medellín: Private Guatapé with Peñol Tickets and Boat Ride

Antioquia, Colombia



Climb the impressive monolith Rock of El Peñol on this day trip from Medellín. Ride a boat by the dam, enjoy a traditional Colombian lunch, and admire colorful streets and tile facades of Guatapé.

Highlights

  • Climb the El Peñol Rock and marvel at incredible views of Guatapé
  • Admire the beauty of the city of Guatapé and its unique colorful tile streets
  • Enjoy a boat tour of the reservoir and savor an included lunch
  • Get the personal touch on a private tour with a bilingual guide
  • Benefit from convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Medellín

Description

Sail across the reservoir of Guatapé to see sights like the ruins of Pablo Escobar's vacation home on this day trip from Medellín. Hike the Rock of Guatapé for stunning panoramic views. Explore the city of Guatapé and savor delicious local lunch.  Be picked up in Medellin and board an airconditioned van for the drive to the Guatapé region. Board a comfortable boat for a cruise through the reservoir. Pass by Casa Museo, La Cruz, Marial Rock, El Peñol Rock, and Pablo Escobar's old home. Go up the 740 steps to reach the top of the Rock of Guatapé (Piedra del Peñol), a 220-meter (722-foot) high monolith. Delight in magnificent views of the spectacular landscape and Guatapé Dam which was built in the lands of the old town of Peñol in the 1970s. Visit Guatapé, a growing and colorful city made unique by the decorative tiles adorning the lower facades of the houses. Replenish your energy with a lunch of rice, beans, fries, salad, and a choice of pork, chicken or beef, with a refreshing drink. Return to Medellín by van after lunch and be dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Medellín hotels Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English-speaking) Boat ride Entrance tickets to the Peñol Rock Lunch Traditional snack Insurance

Excludes

Additional food and drinks Personal expenses

Important Information

  • Pickup is available from hotels located in the central area of Medellín. In case your hotel is outside the pickup zone, the closest meeting point will be provided
  • For wheelchair users, please contact the local partner ahead of time to prepare the appropriate transport

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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