Guatapé Adventure & Boat Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore colorful Guatapé town
- Climb the iconic Peñol Stone
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride
- Visit Pablo Escobar's Hacienda
- Learn about local history and culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Medellín
- Guided tour of Guatapé town
- Boat ride to Pablo Escobar's former Hacienda
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
The tour starts from the neighborhood the populated iconic area of the city where tourists will connect with each other, talk about their experiences and meet the guide who will accompany them throughout the tour, we will start climbing through the Antioquian mountains until we head to the first village of which we will give a panoramic view and know from the voice of our guide a little of its history and culture.
After passing through the longest tunnel in Latin America, we will arrive at the town of Marinilla (Agricultural Pantry of Medellin) there we will delight ourselves with some strawberries with cream typical of the sector, planted and harvested in local land and accompanied by a tasty handmade cream.
We will learn about the history of Peñol, the agricultural capital of Antioquia, and we will taste a wonderful fruit produced, cultivated and marketed by the inhabitants of this wonderful city. there we will try a typical fruit of the area, a tree tomato mixed with panelita that makes it a unique dessert of the region
We will take a boat ride and arrive at the La Manuela hacienda, property of the famous drug trafficker Pablo Escobar, there you will have the option of collecting its ruins or additionally taking a mini tour of Pablo Escobar, taking a tour on an ATV, Jetsky or playing a fun game of paintball
At the end of our cruise we will arrive at one of the most beautiful natural monuments in Latin America, the imposing Piedra el Peñol, which with its 740 steps becomes a true adventure not only to appreciate but to climb and enjoy the wonderful 360-degree view that offers its viewpoint, located 220 meters high. To recharge energy we will enjoy a Freetime to take photos and enjoy this imposing natural paradise, the tourist will have the option of having lunch in the place of their choice and delighting in the typical dishes of the area. Note: The tour includes access to the park, but if you want to climb the stone you can do so by canceling extra value of: 6 USD. Lunch is not included in the price of the tour, to give you the facility to choose the menu of your choice.
Walk through the most colorful streets of Colombia and delight yourself with the zocalos created by true artists, take a walk through the squares of the zocalos and feel the magic of this wonderful place.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves a significant amount of walking and stair climbing
- The boat ride may be subject to weather conditions
- Availability may vary; check the latest schedule before booking
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for climbing stairs
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning views
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Traveler reviews
Wonderful day
The tour is super entertaining, all the stops made were excellent. The service at La Manuela was great and the guide Daniel helped us prepare and see everything. Daniel organized everything very well with the time and meeting places. The driver Pedro was also good, he drove very carefully and without any problems or scares. I recommend this tour and the guide to anyone who is visiting Medellín.
They were punctual, and the places visited were very interesting.
Daniel the guide and Pedro the driver were both very professional.
Recommended do not miss it
Wonderful experience, a magical country and friendly people... thank you guides Ana Duarte, Juan David and the entire Aeroturex group.
A natural gem that deserves more respect
Visiting Piedra del Peñol is certainly something magical. This natural formation is imposing, almost spiritual, and has a presence that overwhelms from the first moment. However, the experience is deeply affected by the way the place has been commercially exploited. Access to climb the stone costs $35,000 per person, and even the use of the bathrooms is charged, which already generates some discomfort. But beyond the cost, what really disappoints is the immediate environment. At the foot of a natural wonder of this magnitude, a messy and visually aggressive shopping area has developed, which completely breaks with the magic of the place. Instead of integrating with the landscape or respecting the local identity, an improvised aesthetic has been chosen that does not do justice to the beauty of the region. It’s especially sad considering that Paisa (antioquian) architecture is rich, warm and full of character. Here was a unique opportunity to create something harmonious, authentic and respectful... and it was lost. The stone is still extraordinary. But the experience, unfortunately, is marked by a sense of neglect and lack of sensitivity to a place that deserves much more respect.
Great value for a busy day
Ceasar and Alexandria were great, it was really well organized