Guatape and Peñol Rock Full-Day Tour with transport from Medellin

4.8 (51 reviews) Medellín, Colombia
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Duration8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This full day tour which takes place east of Medellín, and takes you through the coziest and most representative villages in Antioquia: El Peñol and Guatape.

After 1.5-hour driving along natural scenarios with your professional guide you will arrive at El Peñol to discover the fascinating story of the town that sits today on the middle of the lake. The closest to heaven will be next when you walk up the almost 700 steps of the El Peñol rock which offers picturesque views of the region (entrance not included).

As a final destination, there is Zócalo town or Guatapé, both great places to enjoy lunch at your own expense and take a pleasant walk around this vibrant village and relax around the soothing lake.

Options

Full day private Guatape tour

custom
Duration: 8 hours
Private vehicle with AC
Pickup included

Guatape +rock + boat ride

Guatape +rock + boat ride: On this full day tour by private car and bilingual guide you can enjoy the soothing lake and take a private 1 hour boat ride.
Private: Private vehicle full day from Medellin, plus private boat ride around the Guatape lake to enjoy the sceneries of the rock.
Duration: 10 hours: 2 hours aprox commute from Medellin, plus there is time to enjoy the climb to the rock and also 1 hour for a boat ride.
East Medellin: Peñol rock
Guatape
Private: Private vehicle with AC and bilingual guide.
Ticket to Peñol rock included
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

What to expect

  1. Laguna de Guatape
    2h
    Contemplate fantastic views of the Guatape lake as you approach this colorful village also know as Pueblo de los zocalos
  2. Guatape Dam
    1h
    Walk around the soothing lake and share spectacular views.
  3. Parque Tematico Replica del Viejo Penol
    20m
    A stop at this picturesque village will help you understand how the old village was voluntarily flooded back in the 50´s in order to build the dam.
  4. Parque de Marinilla
    20m
    On the way to Guatape, you will drive near Marinilla village. Just let your guide know in case you wish to also make a stop at this cozy village.
  5. 2h
    A walk around this colorful town will show you the beauty of its people along with the vibrant facades of every home.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick up at your AirBnB also, please provide full address and building name with apartment number

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Guides: Temperature is measured at the beginning of each working day
  • Periodic disinfection of vehicles

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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