Buenavista
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Buenavista is a pretty colonial village located 1 hour from Armenia. Nestled on a hilltop, the 360-degree view of the valley and the Andean mountains is breathtaking. The town is tiny, colorful, and authentic. One of my favorite moments in Colombia was sitting on the terrace and contemplating the landscape, a good cup of coffee in hand, in the unique atmosphere of Buenavista.
Despite the size of the village, there are still some activities to have a good time in this charming village.
First of all, there is a paragliding center in the coffee area – it’s the only one! The instructors are real professionals and know the area very well. It’s a great experience to fly there.
Secondly, if you are interested in discovering the coffee and its manufacturing process, you will love being there. The wake-up tour which offers a wonderful experience around the exceptional coffee shops. One of the most complete I’ve ever tried. This activity starts from Pijao, another beautiful colonial village, 20min from Buenavista.
Secondly, there is the San Alberto farm, which produces a very well known and award-winning coffee. For having tasted it, its reputation is not usurped.
Getting to Buenavista?
You must arrive in Armenia first – Except if you’re already in Pijao.
From Armenia to Buenavista:
- There is a departure every hour from the terminal | La Coomoquin | 1 hour
From Pijao to Buenavista:
- 25 min jeep or moto-taxi
From Medellin to Armenia:
- Many direct buses from the South Terminal. Hourly departures. Schedule.| Flota occidental | 7 – 9 hours
- Direct flights, with a departure from Olaya Herrera airport.| Easyfly | 1 hour
From Pereira to Armenia:
- Many direct buses | Expreso Palmira | 1 hour
From Salento to Armenia:
From Filandia to Armenia:
- Many direct buses from the “terminal” (in front of the Bejuco Museum) | 1 hour
From Bogota to Armenia:
- By bus: 4 or 5 departures per day from Bogotá’s Salitre terminal.
See schedules | Companies: Expreso Bolivariano, Flota Magdalena | Duration: 9 – 10h - Direct flights from the airport | Avianca | 1 hour
From Popayan to Armenia:
From Cali to Armenia:
- Many direct buses from the terminal | Expreso Palmira | 4 hours
Where's the terminal?
There is no terminal as such in Buenavista because the village is tiny. Buses arrive and depart from the main square.
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Where to stay in Buenavista
Buenavista is a small colonial town with not many accommodation options. You won't find an upscale hotel - except for the glamping.
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hostel - $$
Panorama
Basic and little hostel with a fantastic view. Perfect for enjoying illimited cups of coffee.Get the best price -
hotel - $$
Gran Mirador
5 min walk from town. Basic rooms with an incredible view. Lovely outdoors with many spots to chill.Get the best price
Things to do in Buenavista
Buenavista is a perfect place to add to your Colombia itinerary if you want to improve our coffee knowledge. Besides, the atmosphere in town is peaceful and the view astonishing.
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All day long
Coffee breaks
There are some good cafes in the main square. Choose among your favorite coffee methods and take a sip.Learn more -
2 hours | $$
Paragliding
After a short 10-min drive, run till the edge with your instructor and fly like a bird — incredible sceneries.get the best price -
6 hours | $$$
Coffee tour
There are excellent coffee tours in the area. Visit Pijao, explore coffee farms and meet cute Colombian families.Learn more
Partners we recommend in Buenavista
Some local partners we have met, tested and approved during our stay in Buenavista
- Experiencia Cafetera is an excellent local agency who offers unique tours around Buenavista
Where to eat & drink?
For us, good restaurants and exciting nightlife are important when traveling. We gathered our favorite picks on an interactive Map. Download the APP "Mapstr" and look for "Colombia Insider"!
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