Description 

Enjoy this wonderful tour in Guatape Antioquia, a beautiful town located just 84 km from the city of Medellin, surrounded by a gigantic dam which gave way to one of the largest hydroelectric plants in the country.

As we journey through the countryside, you’ll have the chance to visit the Big Scale Replica of the Old Peñol Town, a fascinating recreation of a traditional Colombian village. The original town was completely evacuated to another area nearby and submerged by the flooding of the Guatape’s dam.

From there, you will drive to the famous rock of Peñol Also known as Peñón de Guatapé. This 220m/722 feet high monolith takes 740 steps to reach its summit. The monolith is composed of quartz, feldspar and mica. It was climbed for the first time on July 16, 1954 by an inhabitant of the area, Luis Eduardo Villegas López and since then, the giant monolith that attracts visitors from all over the world, still belongs to the Villegas family.

The stone has become the main tourist attraction of the area, as the view from the top allows you to enjoy the lush beauty of one of the most important hydroelectric energy sources of Colombia where 70% of the hydroelectric power in the country is generated.

Finally the tour includes a visit to the charming town of Guatape, where we’ll walk through its main streets and plazas, exploring its vibrant colors and colonial architecture. You’ll have the opportunity to shop for local handicrafts and souvenirs, and to soak up the relaxed and friendly atmosphere that characterizes this unique town.

Optional Activities

• Private speedboat tour

Enjoy a 1-hour tour of Guatape’s dam on a luxury speedboat and gasp at the breathtaking nature and beautiful mansions owned by celebrities and Colombia’s elite class.

• Private helicopter tour

Enjoy an exclusive 15-minute helicopter ride around the Peñol monolith and over the charming Guatape town. The panoramic view from that height is priceless.

What’s Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle at your complete disposal
• Professional bilingual chauffeur-guide
• Typical “paisa” lunch
• Entrance to Peñol monolith
• Travel insurance
• Bottled water

What’s Not 

• Extra food and drinks
• Gratuities
• Optional boat tour
• Optional helicopter tour

Tour Duration 

9 Hours

Operating Days

Daily

Meeting Point

At check-out, before your purchase is confirmed, you will be kindly asked to leave the written address of your accommodation or potential meeting point. This implies the name of the hotel, bed & breakfast or residence in which you will be staying as long as it is situated within the city.

Languages Available 

English and Spanish

Tour Highlights

• Meet and greet at the hotel lobby
• Enjoy a panoramic drive through Antioquia’s countryside to Peñol’s town reproduction
• Admire the imposing 220 meter monolith and its breathtaking panoramic views
• Visit the colorful Guatape town and learn about its famous “Zocalos” paintings
• Enjoy a typical “Paisa” lunch in one of our favorite restaurants
• Take time to explore Guatape’s dam and visit the beautiful mansions

What To Remember

• Cash in case you wish to buy local souvenirs, water or gratuities
• Comfortable walking shoes and clothes
• Sunscreen and repellant