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Medellin: Rafting, bivouac and adventure on the Rio Verde 2d
- Colombia
- 2 Days
- 1 place
Medellin: Comuna 13 and old town guided tour 1 day
- Colombia
- 1 Day
- 1 place
Medellin: Visit Gustavo's traditional coffee farm 1d
- Colombia
- 1 Day
- 1 place
Medellin: Guatapé colourful village and the piedra del peñol 1d
- Colombia
- 1 Day
- 1 place
Medellin: All about chocolate on a cacao farm 1d
- Colombia
- 1 Day
- 1 place
Medellin: Adrenalin rush rafting on the rio calderas 1d
- Colombia
- 1 Day
- 1 place
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A must-do
TPMT note: 9,5/10
Medellin: Guided tour of Comuna 13 and the old center 1D
A must-see tour to capture the atmosphere of the city.
Through two emblematic districts, discover the dynamics of the city, the daily lives of its inhabitants, and the history of Medellin.
This experience and your guide’s explanations give a great insight into how the city works, ideal if you only have a day in the capital of Antioquia.
There aren’t many monuments in Medellin. The best way to appreciate this big city is to take a cultural tour.
- Learn about some of Medellin’s history.
- Learn more about the dynamics of the city, how it works, and its inhabitants.
- Discovering the transformation of Comuna 13, with graffiti and street art as its mouthpiece.
- Having a complex history explained to you in English.
- Meals at local people‘s homes will give you the chance to talk to the locals.
- The experience of public transport in Colombia, including the cable car ride, an essential way of getting around the city.
- This tour is an introduction to the history of the city through places, anecdotes and key facts. Don’t expect a history lesson.
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Touristic
TPMT note: 8,5/10
Medellin: the colorful village of Guatapé and the piedra del Peñol 1d
The best way to discover this colonial village in one day, without hurrying and with flexibility.
This beautiful day combines the history of the area, fantastic views of the lake and mountains, and a visit to a charming colonial village.
The only difficulty lies in the climb to the top of Piedra del Peñol and its 725 steps.
This tour, either private or shared with a small group, allows you to visit this very touristy area a bit differently from travelers without agencies.
The private vehicle lets you explore the place in one day without rushing, and your guide’s explanations enhance your experience.
- Visit Guatapé in one day without rushing.
- Private transport to easily move between different spots and be dropped off wherever you want on the way back.
- Discover the colorful streets of Guatapé and its zocalos (special motifs on the lower part of the facades).
- Climb to the top of Piedra del Peñol and enjoy its panoramic view of the lake and surrounding mountains.
- Get explanations in English about the area and its history.
- Stop in places a bit different from those visited by typical travelers.
- The travel time, around 2 hours, may discourage some, but you can’t do it faster in one day.
- The place has become very touristy, especially on weekends and Colombian public holidays.
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Thrills
TPMT note: 9/10
Medellin: Adrenaline rushes with rafting on the Rio Calderas 1D
A full dose of nature and thrills in a fun experience.
A breath of fresh air in the middle of nature, among the mountains of the Antioquia department, and accessible in one day from Medellin.
Come for the thrill of the Calderas River rapids and the joy of an outdoor activity.
A friendly and refreshing moment to share with your friends, family, and crew.
- Exciting thrills with intermediate-level rafting featuring beautiful rapids.
- Exceptional natural setting: descent through a canyon with verdant banks and crystal-clear water.
- Top-notch guides for safety, professional, and very friendly.
- Rescue kayaker for prior rapid reconnaissance and water rescues.
- Smooth organization for an experience that requires good logistics.
- Traditional lunch by the river on a pleasant beach.
- Comfortable private transport.
- Opportunity to swim and enjoy this majestic scenery.
- The travel time might discourage some. However, it’s shorter than the trip to Guatapé.
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Unique
TPMT note: 9,5/10
Medellin: Rafting, bivouac, and adventure on the Rio Verde 2D
A unique adventure, rich in emotions and fabulous landscapes.
Two days of a memorable expedition, from the quality of the organization to reach this little paradise, to the joy of exploring a breathtaking natural environment.
A fun way to step into the shoes of an explorer and discover a fabulous canyon with rare, but very fragile biodiversity.
It’s also a great opportunity to share moments of thrills, wonder, and joy with your friends, partner, family, crew, and guides.
- A remote and inaccessible place without this agency.
- Top-notch organization for an experience that requires impressive logistics.
- Stunning landscapes: the canyon is flanked by mountains with pristine primary jungle.
- A crystal-clear river with dazzling colors.
- Exciting thrills with intermediate-level rafting and beautiful class 3/4 rapids.
- Guides at the top of their game in safety, professional, and very friendly.
- Rescue kayaker for prior rapid reconnaissance and water rescues.
- A campsite in the middle of the forest, worthy of the greatest explorers.
- Moments of relaxation, swimming, and jumping into the water from rocks in a majestic setting.
- Sharing moments with your guides and group, especially in the evening by the campfire.
- If you expect the comfort of a bed, this isn’t for you.
- If you don’t like water or nature much, the expedition might feel long.
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Traditional
TPMT note: 9/10
Medellin: Discover Gustavo’s coffee farm 1d
An essential part of Colombian culture in a family-run farm.
A family welcomes you to their traditional farm to show you their daily life as farmers.
An enriching and friendly exchange in a wonderful natural setting, between the forest and coffee plants.
Discover the steps of coffee production, from planting the shrubs to roasting the beans.
Enjoy the result of all this work with a tasting of the local production.
- A complete experience to discover coffee on a traditional farm.
- Totally artisanal and environmentally friendly production.
- It’s not a monoculture; the coffee plants grow among trees and other plants, which is not always the case.
- Get explanations in English about the coffee production process.
- Meet a lovely family who shares their daily life with you.
- The coffee-tasting workshop is always a pleasant and warm moment of exchange.
- The travel and the price might discourage some, but the place is so pleasant and authentic that it’s worth it.
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Foody
TPMT note: 9/10
Medellin: All about chocolate on a cacao farm 1D
A foodie moment on a traditional finca located in the mountains of Antioquia.
Discover all the secrets of chocolate making, from tree to bar.
Visit the cacao plantations to familiarize yourself with the different varieties of cacao.
Continue with a chocolate-making workshop to understand the various transformation phases.
Tastings of this delight will mark your foodie breaks, but chocolate has other virtues.
Coat your body with cacao, then rinse off in beautiful waterfalls to enjoy the exfoliating power of this amazing fruit.
- A complete and high-quality experience to discover cacao cultivation on a traditional farm.
- A foodie break enjoyed by both kids and adults.
- Discover the exfoliating benefits of cacao therapy.
- Get explanations in English about the chocolate-making process.
- Authentic and artisanal production.
- The chocolate-tasting workshop is always a pleasant and warm moment of exchange.
- The travel and the price might discourage some, but the place is so pleasant and authentic that it’s worth it.
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Our favorite Tours in Medellín
Medellin: Comuna 13 and old town guided tour 1 day
Colombia
1 Day
1 place
Discover the exciting story of Medellin, a resilient and innovative city that intrigues and fascinates.
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Medellin: Guatapé colourful village and the piedra del peñol 1d
Colombia
1 Day
1 place
Stroll through the colorful streets of the colonial village and marvel at the view from the Belvedere.
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Medellin: Adrenalin rush rafting on the rio calderas 1d
Colombia
1 Day
1 place
Feel the thrill as you approach a rapid and share those emotions with your crew.
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Medellin: Rafting, bivouac and adventure on the Rio Verde 2d
Colombia
2 Days
1 place
Discover an unforgettable experience that combines adrenalin, wonder and sharing in an untouched natural environment.
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Medellin: Visit Gustavo's traditional coffee farm 1d
Colombia
1 Day
1 place
Discover the secrets behind coffee, one of the world's best-known beverages.
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Medellin: All about chocolate on a cacao farm 1d
Colombia
1 Day
1 place
Learn the secrets of making chocolate, a delicacy that leaves no one indifferent.
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