Cocora Valley Horseback Riding Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the lush Cocora Valley on horseback
- Discover the diverse flora and fauna of Guadalajara National Park
- Enjoy panoramic views of Colombia's coffee region
- Experience authentic Colombian culture in Salento
- Capture stunning photographs of towering wax palms
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided horseback ride through Cocora Valley
- Visit to Guadalajara National Park
- Round-trip transportation from Salento
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
First, meet our skilled and experienced guide in the chosen departure point. He will take you to Salento where your horses will be set and ready for you to ride them. This is where the adventure actually starts. The horses will drive you through different viewpoints around Salento. Stop and stare at the magnanimity of the landscapes. Let our guide tell the stories of the region and everything you need to know to appreciate the place even more.
You will learn the importance of the Cocora Valley, home of the wax palm. This region delimits Los Nevados National Park to promote its conservation and prevent further damage to its fauna and flora.
On top of that, take this opportunity and walk through the picturesque streets of Salento. Come and discover with your own eyes why it is the most beautiful town in all of Colombia. After being dazzled by Salento’s Paisa architecture and explore the handicraft shops, you will be taken back to your hotel.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is suitable for riders of all experience levels, including beginners.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult during the ride.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for horseback riding and varying weather conditions.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent to protect against sun and bugs.
- Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- You do not need to know how to ride a horse
- Don’t forget your camera. There will be viewpoints along the ride
- Bring comfortable shoes and clothes
- Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
- Keep in mind the horseback ride starts in Salento and not in Cocora Valley for its preservation
- Travel time is included in the total tour duration
Traveler reviews
Great tour!
We had an amazing day yesterday! The tour was really wel organized. Special credits to Juan Robledo, he was a really great guide that made the tour so much better!
Geniale Tour
The tour was sooooo good today! Amazing that Mairizio suggested to go earlier than booked. So we had bearly no people on the Tour. We were verry happy about it. Mairizio was a verry funny and interesting gide. Also de Horsebackrodong was an amazong experience. We‘ll do it again 😍
My day in Salento
My tour was great. The hike was fun and my guide shared so much information with me. I could tell he really loves his job and enjoys doing these tours. He explained everything well and had answers to all my questions. Whenever I wanted a picture, my guide would take pictures of me. If I didn‘t like them he‘d happily re-do them. He also gave me enough time to enjoy the landscape. After the hike I didn‘t feel well, but my guide took care of me. He suggested we did things a bit slower and go to a pharmacy so I could enjoy the rest of the tour. Then we had lunch and went horse riding. My inexperience with horses wasn’t a problem either, as the horse owner gave me a quick lecture before riding. The owner and my guide were riding along side of me. Whenever I didn’t know how to lead the horse, they would help me. It was pouring, but it didn‘t matter because my guide thought of that too. He knew the chance for rain was high, so we got a rain poncho before the start of the tour and I wore it for the horse riding part. Thanks to the poncho, I didn‘t get wet, although it was raining. Pedro was super kind, considerate, easy going and the best guide I could have asked for. We had a great day and good conversation. I have beautiful memories and pictures of my experience 💯👌🏽 I hope to maybe see him again on another tour sometime as he mentioned he does tours across different cities in Colombia
The Salento highlight!
Pedro is a sensational guide! It was well organized from the beginning. We received a lot of information and were allowed to actively participate in the tour. The horse tour was wonderful and the route unique, walking on horseback through the river, I will never forget this. Pedro manages to go from a guide to a friend. Important tip: make the tours as early as possible.
It was a good day
Hei. Everything was amazing. Maria was a great and fun guide who showed us more than she was supposed to and really enjoyd getting to know her. Loved every minute of it! Gracias!