Guatap Piedra

Guatape, this eastern Antioquia municipality, located an hour and a half from Medellin, opens a world of color among its streets, adorned with baseboards that tell stories of the town and its people. They also call it the interior sea of Antioquia, the Acapulco of Colombia, the interior Cartagena, Paraíso Paisa, Remanso de Paz, the heart of Antioquia's East. It was named in honor of Cacique Guatapé, an inhabitant of this territory in the pre-Hispanic period. Another name he has had is the Ceja de Guatapé. The Rock of Guatapé or Piedra del Peñol, is a monolith 220 meters high located in Guatapé (Antioquia, Colombia). The Stone of El Peñol, composed of quartz, feldspar and mica, was climbed for the first time on July 16, 1954 by an inhabitant of the area, Luis Eduardo Villegas López. in the company of Ramon Diaz and Pedro Nel Ramírez until now the stone still belongs to the Villegas family. You can now access its summit by climbing 740 steps built in the monolith.

What makes us special is our focus on visiting places of true tourist interest for the general public. This allows us to optimize our time and create more enriching and meaningful experiences. Instead of rushing from one attraction to another, we dedicate ourselves to delving deeper into each activity. This means our travelers have the opportunity to learn more and fully enjoy each experience. Additionally, our guests enjoy a more relaxed and stress-free environment, as we have designed itineraries with convenient schedules. This way, they don't feel pressured by time between activities, allowing them to enjoy a more relaxed and enjoyable pace.

Here you will get the most complete tour to the magical Guatapé, where you will have the opportunity to see the impressive Piedra del Peñol. This tour lasts for a full day and we will start from the city of Medellín. This is the perfect opportunity for you to get to know the most beautiful landscapes in the country, climb 742 steps to reach the top of the Stone, or walk through the traditional streets of the town. You can also navigate Lake Guatapé on a boat, there you will see the country's celebrity vacation homes, and the ruins of Pablo Escobar's old house.

Guatapé & Piedra del Peñol Gastronomic Tour Discover Guatapé and the breathtaking Piedra del Peñol with a one-of-a-kind experience that blends history, culture, and unforgettable flavors. Imagine exploring one of the world’s most stunning destinations while indulging in an incredible gastronomic adventure! This tour goes beyond sightseeing—you’ll taste 7 local specialties at different stops along the way. A unique experience on the market: two tours in one, where you’ll uncover the richness of Antioquian cuisine while soaking in spectacular landscapes. Experience Guatapé like never before and let every bite tell a story!

Guatape , this eastern Antioquia municipality, located an hour and a half from Medellin, opens a world of color among its streets, adorned with baseboards that tell stories of the town and its people. They also call it the interior sea of Antioquia, the Acapulco of Colombia, the interior Cartagena, Paraíso Paisa, Remanso de Paz, the heart of Antioquia's East. It was named in honor of Cacique Guatapé, an inhabitant of this territory in the pre-Hispanic period. Another name he has had is the Ceja de Guatapé. The Rock of Guatapé or Piedra del Peñol, is a monolith 220 meters high located in Guatapé (Antioquia, Colombia). The Stone of El Peñol, composed of quartz, feldspar and mica, was climbed for the first time on July 16, 1954 by an inhabitant of the area, Luis Eduardo Villegas López. in the company of Ramon Diaz and Pedro Nel Ramírez until now the stone still belongs to the Villegas family. You can now access its summit by climbing 740 steps built in the monolith.

Only an hour and a half from the city of Medellin, is the place most visited by our travelers, La Piedra del Peñol, one of the most beautiful monoliths of the world with 220 meters of height and an unparalleled view of the Peñol-Guatape reservoir. In this experience you will enjoy an unforgettable landscape while traveling by boat one of the most important dams that contribute to the energetic supply of Colombia. You will also have the possibility to climb the 740 steps that take you to one of the most impressive views of the reservoir. To culminate the day perfectly, you will explore one of the most colorful and beautiful villages of our country where you will cross the street of memories, the plaza of the zócalos, the boardwalk and its main park.

Our tours are designed to give you a unique and fun experience, and ensure that you take away the best memories of your visit to this wonderful destination. We hope to have the opportunity to show you all the wonders it has to offer! •

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Are you planning to go to the famous Guatapé but don’t really know how to arrange the activities? Don’t worry, we’ll give you the most complete experience. Let us guide you through Guatapé and El Peñol Rock in this whole-day tour that you won’t forget. Transportation, local bilingual guide (private option) and tickets to the most appealing experiences such a climbing the rock of El Peñol and having a boat tour (private option) through one of the biggest dams in Colombia. Do not hesitate and have Guatape’s best. ● Leaving the city to visit the traditional and colorful Guatape town ● The worth doing challenge of climbing over than 600 stairs to the rock of El Peñol to have its stunning views ● The unforgettable experience of going to one of the most beautiful places in Colombia Alternatively, you can opt for a shared option that includes transportation and the ticket to climb El Peñol Rock only.

Enjoy a day trip to Guatapé, picking you up at your lodging in a comfortable car with A/C, your tour guide will drive you for 2 hours through several small towns before getting there.  The entrance fee to the rock is NOT included, there you will enjoy its breathtaking view from the top, after that we will head to the "Zócalos" town, where you can try the Colombian gastronomy; then you'll walk around the town and will know all the history from the culture of Guatapé. At the end of the day we'll come back to the city, OR WE CAN DROP YOU OFF AT THE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT WITH NO EXTRA FEE.

We are exclusive services, breakfasts in our privet gallery house with many surprises around the house, lunch on a privet island, time to take an amazing shower in the lake, privet Boat trip and more more and more … come and discover with us.

With our bilingual speaking guide, you'll experience paisa culture like never before, the color of the towns, the amazing colombian flavors. You'll have access to an amazing swimming spot and have an authentic homemade buffet lunch in a local farm. You'll be super comfy on our van with aircon and a small group of pals.

Our service is unique, because we offer our clients safe, comfortable, highly comfortable vehicles and we provide the best service, to make their trips the best experience in the city. We allow our clients to take their own time to enjoy the tour, without rushing, without hurrying. In addition, we offer a variety of products, so that our clients can choose the best option according to their tastes and budget. We do not want to force our clients to do activities that they do not want to do. The variety of options that we offer, we put together thinking only about them and their tastes. We are not only concerned about your comfort, we also want you to learn more about the history of Medellín and its nearby towns while you enjoy the trip.

You’ll meet your guide at the Medellin meeting point and board the vehicle destined for the colorful town of Guatapé. Along the way, you’ll stop off for a traditional Colombian breakfast. On arrival, you’ll admire the La Fenix de America monument before ascending the almost 750 steps to the top of Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol), from which you’ll soak up stunning views of Lake Guatapé. Then, you’ll rest your legs and enjoy a well-deserved lunch before exploring the quaint town of Guatapé and taking a boat ride on the Peñol Guatapé Dam. Finally, you’ll return to the bus and relax during the 2-hour journey back to the original meeting point in Medellin.

Discover the vibrant town of Guatapé on this full-day tour, starting with breakfast in Marinilla and the fascinating story of the Peñol dam creation. Cruise the Guatapé Dam and marvel at the scenery, or ascend the iconic Piedra del Peñol (optional, extra fee) for breathtaking views. Explore the Calle de los Recuerdos, adorned with historic tiles, and immerse yourself in the colorful Plaza de los Zócalos. Take a leisurely stroll along the scenic Malecón promenade and find peace at Parque Central by visiting its beautiful church. This tour is perfect for families and adventure seekers who want to gain insider knowledge from a friendly guide and enjoy a delicious Colombian lunch. Includes a medical assistance card for your peace of mind.

Experience breathtaking views of El Peñol and visit Guatape. This tour takes you to the colorful town of Guatape, where get to climb the huge rock of El Peñol, enjoy an amazing view, and visit the phoenix, plaza de los zocalos, colonial roads,  the lake,  promenade, drive by Rionegro, Llanogrande, and much more. Enjoy with a relaxing hotel pick-up and drop-off while your professional  guide shares with you the beauty of Guatape.  All entrance fees are included on this 7 – 8-hours tour with lunch at your own expense.

Colombia is one of the countries with the greatest diversity on earth: species and landscape make this territory very comfortable and pleasant for travelers. Our customs are highlighted on the roads, the way we dress and how we interact. This is a trip through the landscapes and history of our country: Guatapé is one of the most visited towns in Colombia, and this is a space to take a tour without any rush, in a customized and personal way. In this trip, you will be privately with a certified guide, so you should not worry about waiting for other people, all the time is for you and we will take you to the most iconic and unique sites of this region. You will be able to enjoy one of the most colorful villages in Colombia and get to know its culture, the history of the old town, and the hydroelectric dam. The tour includes transportation and tickets to the rock, as well as a cup of coffee and travel insurance

Our tour takes pride in bringing you a wonderful experience while you are in Medellin. From the second that you book your tour till the minute you leave our city, we are here to make you feel at home. Our guides speak perfect English and Spanish and are educated on the history of each of our stops. They provide an unforgettable experience. We are experienced in providing private tours and think that it is the best way to experience these places because this way our guides are fully dedicated only to you.

Get ready to live a unique and fun experience with our exclusive tours! We want to ensure that your visit to this extraordinary destination is filled with unforgettable memories. We are excited for the opportunity to show you all the wonders that Guatapé has to offer! Immerse yourself in the most complete tour to magical Guatapé, which begins from the vibrant city of Medellín. This full-day trip will take you to discover the most impressive landscapes in Colombia, ascending the 742 steps that will take you to the top of the imposing Piedra del Peñol. Explore the town's charming traditional streets, sail across Lake Guatapé on a boat, and admire the vacation homes of Colombian celebrities, as well as the ruins of Pablo Escobar's former residence. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! This tour includes round trip to your hotel

Our tour begins in the morning at the pick-up point (place defined by the traveler) from there we leave for our coffee farm an hour drive from Medellín where we stay for approximately one hour and where we will learn about the entire process of cultivation and production of this traditional drink step by step. After enjoying a cup of the best and freshest coffee, we continue our journey to the Piedra del Peñol, a 200-meter-high monolith where travelers can enjoy one of the best views of Colombia. Upon returning from the top of the stone we continue the journey to the town of Guatapé where, accompanied by a bilingual guide, travelers will be able to walk and get to know this beautiful place full of color and colonial streets to finish in a restaurant in front of the lake where travelers can enjoy the best of local gastronomy. You will always be accompanied by a bilingual guide for any kind of assistance.