Guatapé Tour from Medellín
A day trip from Medellín: visit El Peñol Rock (Piedra del Peñol), take a boat ride on the reservoir, stroll Guatapé’s streets of zócalos (colorful relief panels on the house fronts) and meet the llamas at Alto del Chocho.
Daily departures from Medellín
Language: Spanish and English
COP129,000per person
You can pay in US dollars at the day’s exchange rate. USD prices aren’t fixed — ask your advisor for today’s rate.
We pick you up at your hotelIn El Poblado, Laureles, El Centro, Belén and Guayabal.
Book with no depositYou pay when we pick you up on the day of the tour.
See what the Guatapé tour is like
A full day on the reservoir, at El Peñol Rock and along Guatapé’s zócalo-lined streets.
What’s included in the Guatapé tour?
Everything you need for a worry-free day.
- Transportation in special tourism vehicles
- Breakfast and lunch
- Meet the famous llamas on your visit to Alto del Chocho
- Heritage visit to the Réplica del Antiguo Peñol (a replica of the old town of El Peñol)
- Boat ride on the Guatapé reservoir
- Visit to El Peñol RockThe climb is not included (COP 35,000 per person, paid at the ticket office). You’ll have 1 hour and 20 minutes to climb it if you like.
- Cultural walk through GuatapéCalle del Recuerdo · Plazoleta de los Zócalos · Malecón (waterfront) · Parque Principal (main square) · Church
- A professional guide with you the whole time
- Medical assistance card valid for the whole experience
Not included in the tour
- The climb up El Peñol Rock
- Any expenses not listed in the plan
Guatapé tour itinerary
Here’s how your day goes.
Departure from Medellín
The exact time depends on your pickup point.Antioquian breakfast
Scrambled eggs, corn arepa, quesito (fresh farmer’s cheese) and bread.Réplica del Antiguo Peñol
Boat ride on the Guatapé reservoir
El Peñol Rock (Piedra del Peñol)
The climb isn’t included, but you’ll have 1 hour and 20 minutes to do it if you like. It costs COP 35,000 per person, paid at the ticket office.
Guatapé town
You’ll see:Parque Principal · Calle del Recuerdo · Plazoleta de Zócalos · MalecónLunch
Beans, rice, salad, fried sweet plantain and your choice of protein: chicken, beef, pork or chicharrón (crispy pork belly).If you don’t eat meat, you can swap it for sweet plantain, salad or avocado, depending on availability.
República Alto del Chocho
You’ll go into the farm to feed the llamas.Return to Medellín
Arrival in Medellín
Meeting points in Medellín
Choose the one closest to where you’re staying.
| Meeting point | Pickup | Arrival in Medellín |
|---|---|---|
| Estación Poblado | 6:50 am | 6:30 pm |
| Parque El Poblado | 7:00 am | 6:30 pm |
| Estación Floresta | 7:20 am | 6:30 pm |
| Estación Estadio | 7:40 am | 6:30 pm |
| Zona Centro – Hotel 47 Medellin Street | 7:40 am | 6:30 pm |
| Terminal del Norte | 7:50 am | 6:30 pm |
| Bomba de Zamora | 8:00 am | 6:30 pm |
If you’re staying in El Poblado, Laureles, El Centro, Belén or Guayabal, send us your hotel’s name and we’ll pick you up there.
Guatapé tour FAQ
Answers to your questions before you book.
What days does the tour run?
We have departures every day.
Do I have to pay in advance?
No. You book with no deposit and pay when we pick you up on the day of the tour.
How do I book, and what information do you need?
Message us on WhatsApp with these details for each traveler:
- Full name and ID or passport number
- Hotel or chosen meeting point
- Cell phone number with WhatsApp, including the country code
- Preferred date and tour language
- Minors: name, ID number and age
We’ll confirm your booking and the exact pickup time.
How far in advance should I book?
You can book up to 24 hours ahead, but we recommend booking earlier because spots fill up fast.
How much do children pay?
- Ages 0 to 3: COP 10,000 (travel insurance). They ride on an adult’s lap, and their expenses are covered by the adults.
- Ages 4 to 7: COP 119,000, everything included.
- Ages 8 and up: COP 129,000, full fare.
What payment methods do you accept?
- Cash in Colombian pesos or US dollars (at the day’s exchange rate). USD prices are not fixed — ask your advisor for the current rate.
- Credit or debit card, with a 5% surcharge (COP 135,450 per person).
- Bank transfer to a Bancolombia account, from Bancolombia accounts only. We don’t accept Nequi, Daviplata or Transfiya.
Who can take the tour?
Adults, children and seniors. It may be less comfortable for people with reduced mobility, because there are cobblestone streets and stretches on foot.
What should I bring?
- Comfortable clothes: jeans, a T-shirt and sneakers.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- A jacket and an umbrella, because the weather can change.
- A photo of your passport (you don’t need the physical one).
- Cash in pesos for personal expenses and the climb up the Rock.
Are pets allowed?
No. Company policy does not allow pets on the tour.
More tours from Medellín
More day trips with hotel pickup.
Price per personCOP 129,000
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