Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavita Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the underground Salt Cathedral
- Discover the legend of El Dorado at Lake Guatavita
- Enjoy scenic views of the Andean mountains
- Learn about Colombia's rich mining history
- Experience the unique architecture of the cathedral
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Bogotá
- Guided tour of Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral
- Visit to Lake Guatavita
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Explore the depth of an amazing cathedral carved out of an enormous salt mine!
Learn about the legend of El Dorado and enjoy the amazing landscapes of Lake Guatavita.
Guided visti to New Guatavita town
Zipaquira Town is home to the Salt Cathedral where our adventure takes place
Pass by: Guatavita Town is home to the Lake where our adventure takes place
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in Spanish; English-speaking guides may be available upon request.
- Children under 3 years old can join for free if they do not occupy a seat.
- The tour involves walking; ensure you are comfortable with moderate physical activity.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and architecture.
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
- The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements.
- This tour offers a shared option without lunch and guide. It includes pick-up and drop-off at your lodging, entrance to the Cathedral and Guatavita Lake, and risk insurance. A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate. If only one person books and the minimum is not met, the customer will be offered either a change of date or a 100% refund
Traveler reviews
Bogotá
Thank you very much for the excellent experience. I enjoyed the tour to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and the Guatavita Lagoon immensely. Everything was very well organized, and Gustavo was excellent: very kind, attentive, and knowledgeable throughout the tour. I would definitely recommend Gran Colombia Tours!
Excellent
Excellent tour! Wonderful landscapes. Our guide Camilo super attentive and friendly was also super punctual. Super recommended!
Excellent experience. They were all very friendly. I was delighted.
Very punctual and comfortable transfer
5 Stars! Highly Recommend
What a wonderful and moving experience. I was unprepared for the scope and beauty of the Cathedral. Our guide, Sarai, was incredible. She was the Colombian friend I didn’t know I needed. Her knowledge was immersive and expansive. I felt this tour was tailor made for us.
Top tour with lots of nature and culture
An experience! There are five of us, booked the private tour. Were picked up at the hotel on time, contact via whatsapp was possible before. Driver Fernando and tour guide Jorge just great, lots of interesting information. Thanks for this special experience!