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From Medellin: Guatape El Peñol with Boat, Breakfast & Lunch

1. From Medellin: Guatape El Peñol with Boat, Breakfast & Lunch

Discover the city of Guatapé on a guided tour from Medellín and learn about this colorful city from your guide. Board a sightseeing cruise to the breathtaking Piedra del Peñol followed by lunch. Start your morning with pickup from your accommodation in Medellín and travel to the vibrant city of Guatapé. With your guide, explore the colorful streets with their artistic tiled facades and fascinating history. Then, board a boat and sail through the reservoir. Enjoy panoramic views of Casa Museo, La Cruz, Piedras del Marial, Piedra del Peñol, and the ruins of the Pablo Escobar's vacation home. Learn about the sights from your guide. Disembark and visit the imposing Piedra del Peñol. Explore your lush surroundings with plenty of great photo opportunities, particularly if you choose to climb this impressive monument. After, regain your strength with a delicious lunch. Make one more stop at the Plaza de Zocalos and admire the colorful murals and the history behind them. After the tour, be returned to where you were picked up.

Medellin: Guatapé Tour, Lunch, Cruise, & Piedra del Peñol

2. Medellin: Guatapé Tour, Lunch, Cruise, & Piedra del Peñol

Discover Guatapé on a day trip from Medellin. Take in views from the top of Piedra del Penol, discover the Zócalos area on a guided tour, try traditional, locally made Colombian food, and enjoy a boat ride of the Penol-Guatapé hydroelectric reservoir. Enjoy the green landscapes and rolling hills and mountains as you journey from Medellin to Guatapé. Ascend 742 steps, as you make your way up to the top of the Piedra del Penol for sweeping views of the area. Explore the colorful Zócalos of Guatapé on a guided tour of the resort town. Enjoy a typical Colombian dish made by natives of the small pueblo. Tour a large section of the Penol-Guatapé hydroelectric reservoir on a boat cruise and enjoy the beautiful surrounding landscapes.

Medellín: Private Guatapé with Peñol Tickets and Boat Ride

3. Medellín: Private Guatapé with Peñol Tickets and Boat Ride

Sail across the reservoir of Guatapé to see sights like the ruins of Pablo Escobar's vacation home on this day trip from Medellín. Hike the Rock of Guatapé for stunning panoramic views. Explore the city of Guatapé and savor delicious local lunch.  Be picked up in Medellin and board an airconditioned van for the drive to the Guatapé region. Board a comfortable boat for a cruise through the reservoir. Pass by Casa Museo, La Cruz, Marial Rock, El Peñol Rock, and Pablo Escobar's old home. Go up the 740 steps to reach the top of the Rock of Guatapé (Piedra del Peñol), a 220-meter (722-foot) high monolith. Delight in magnificent views of the spectacular landscape and Guatapé Dam which was built in the lands of the old town of Peñol in the 1970s. Visit Guatapé, a growing and colorful city made unique by the decorative tiles adorning the lower facades of the houses. Replenish your energy with a lunch of rice, beans, fries, salad, and a choice of pork, chicken or beef, with a refreshing drink. Return to Medellín by van after lunch and be dropped off at your hotel.

Semiprivate all inclusive Guatapé tour & exclusive boat ride

4. Semiprivate all inclusive Guatapé tour & exclusive boat ride

WELCOME to the most lovely and colorful tour in all of Colombia: the GUATAPÉ TOUR! At 8:30 am we will begin this exciting adventure towards the famous town of zocalos. To start the day with the best energy, we will have a TRADITIONAL BREAKFAST at 9:45 am. After that, we will pass through the TOWN OF EL PEÑOL until we reach its FAMOUS REPLICA at 11 am. A scale replica of the old town square where we can enjoy a majestic view over the resevoir and admire the colonial style of its architecture. WAIT, THE BEST IS YET TO COME: the PENOL ROCK! Can you imagine climbing the 740 steps that lead to the summit of this huge batholith and being rewarded with a spectacular 360º view of the surrounding landscape? Sounds great, right? Let yourself be amazed by the magnitude of nature that surrounds you as you ascend this large granite rock. You will have around 1h20 minutes to make it to the top! Are you ready? After enjoying a DELICIOUS TYPICAL LUNCH, at 2:30 pm we will continue our tour with a relaxing EXCLUSIVE BOAT RIDE along the resevoir, where you can witness the islands emerging from the water and behold the stunning landscapes and properties of the area. Finally, we will visit the town of Guatapé where your guide will show you, the MALECON, the ICONIC UMBRELLA' STREET, the ZÓCALOS SQUARE, the MEMORY AND TRADE STREET AND ITS MAIN PARK AND CHURCH so then you will have 1h10 minutes to explore it on your own. Join us and discover the magic of Guatapé on a tour you will never forget!

Guatape Day Tour: Boat Ride, Private Island, Pueblo, Piedra

5. Guatape Day Tour: Boat Ride, Private Island, Pueblo, Piedra

Welcome to the most charming and colorful tour in all of Colombia: the Guatape Tour! Adventure Awaits! 8:00 AM Meet up is bright & early at the pickup location. Song requests are encouraged as we wind through the mountains. Next, we’ll gather energy with a buffet breakfast at the magical Casa Colombia in Marinilla–we know this hidden gem will charm you with its ambiance, and great photo opportunities! We’ll then head to the famous Replica, a time capsule image of the old town square, where you’ll get to hear some of the history. We allocated free time for you to take in the views of the colonial architecture, the beautiful dam below, and to venture through the many shops the area offers. We’ll then take a boat ride along the hydrodam, complete with all-around views of properties until we make it to a private island! Please bring a bathing suit and a towel! You can swim, play volleyball, or even kayak! There's many recreational opportunities to take advantage of under the sun at our private island stop! After the boat ride, we’ll have a typical Colombian lunch in the pueblo of Guatape, and then we’ll show you around the most colorful town in all of Colombia. You will have time to explore the iconic umbrella's street, zocalos square, Memory street, and its main park so you can discover its magic first-hand! Finally, we’ll end the day with the best stop, the rock of Guatape! La Piedra del Peñon! Entry to the rock is not included in the tour; (25.000 COP) you can choose to not make the steep hike up. Join us and discover the magic of Guatapé on a tour you will never forget!

Guatapé: Tour Guatapé y Peñol Desde Medellín Todo Incluido.

6. Guatapé: Tour Guatapé y Peñol Desde Medellín Todo Incluido.

Con nuestro Tour Guatapé Y Peñol desde Medellín descubre la belleza de Guatapé, uno de los pueblos más hermosos de Colombia, y sube a la imponente piedra del Peñol con nuestro exclusivo Tour a Guatapé. Si eres un viajero y estás en busca de experiencias únicas, te presentamos las razones por las cuales deberías reservar este increíble recorrido. En primer lugar, Guatapé te cautivará con su encanto colonial y colorido. Conocido como el "Pueblo de Zócalos", sus fachadas llenas de decorativos y vibrantes dibujos te llevarán a un mundo mágico. Cada una de sus calles está impregnada de historia y cultura, ofreciéndote una experiencia auténtica y enriquecedora durante tu visita. Además, uno de los principales atractivos de Guatapé es la imponente piedra del Peñol, una formación rocosa gigantesca que te dejará sin aliento. Con 740 escalones que te llevarán a la cima, serás recompensado con una vista panorámica de ensueño de la región. Imagina disfrutar de un paisaje de colinas verdes y el embalse de Guatapé, que serpentean a lo largo del horizonte. Este escenario natural único es perfecto para capturar fotografías inolvidables y crear recuerdos únicos. Nuestro Tour Guatapé desde Medellín te ofrece una experiencia cómoda y segura. Con personal altamente capacitado, te aseguramos un viaje libre de preocupaciones y con atención personalizada. Nos encargaremos de todos los detalles logísticos para que puedas relajarte y disfrutar de cada momento de tu aventura. ✔ Tendrás una buena experiencia con nuestros Guías certificados. ✔ Te incluimos el desayuno, almuerzo y paseo en barco (este tour es el más completo y económico de todos) ✔ Este recorrido se realiza en un bus, ya que es un tour grupal. ✔ Los lugares que vas a conocer son impactantes. ✔ Con más de 10 años de experiencia te podemos decir que somos la mejor opción para realizar este tour a Guatapé. Nuestro recorrido está diseñado para satisfacer todas tus necesidades. Podrás explorar el pueblo a tu propio de Guatpé, visitar tiendas locales, degustar la deliciosa gastronomía de la región e incluso participar del paseo en barco que te incluimos por el embalse. Además, contarás con tiempo suficiente para subir los escalones de la piedra del Peñol y maravillarte con las vistas panorámicas. Entonces, ¿por qué los viajeros deberían reservar nuestro Tour Guatapé desde Medellín? La respuesta es clara: porque queremos que vivas una experiencia inolvidable en uno de los pueblos más hermosos de Colombia. Te ofrecemos comodidad, seguridad, atención personalizada y un itinerario completo para que no te pierdas nada. Así que no esperes más, ¡reserva ahora y danos la oportunidad de mostrarte lo mejor de Guatapé!

Guatapé & Peñol Rock Day Tour

7. Guatapé & Peñol Rock Day Tour

This charming town transports you to a world of vibrant colors and dreamy landscapes. Its iconic Piedra del Peñol, an imposing monolith that challenges adventurers to climb its steps, offers a panoramic view that will take your breath away. You can immerse yourself in the local culture as you walk through its streets decorated with artistic plinths and marvel at the picturesque architecture. The Guatapé reservoir adds a touch of serenity and fun, since you can enjoy water activities and relax next to its calm shores. You will not only find natural beauty, but also the warmth and hospitality of its people. Guatapé is a destination that will captivate you with its charm, becoming an unforgettable experience that you will not want to miss.

Medellin: Guided Tour to Guatape & 1-Night Lakeside Glamping

8. Medellin: Guided Tour to Guatape & 1-Night Lakeside Glamping

Meet at Park Poblado early in the morning and take a bus tour of the valley to the picturesque colonial town of Guatape. Stop at the famous Peñol Rock along the way and climb up 740 steps for the most incredible views. Visit the town of Guatape, where your tour guide will explain the history behind this vibrantly colorful town. Have a traditional lunch in the historic town before embarking on your own personal speedboat for a brief tour of the lake. Set up camp at your fabulous glamping location on the lake and your guide will explain what adventures await. Go hiking a top Paradise Mountain for breathtaking views of the sunset before enjoying a delicious dinner. Then after an amazing night falling asleep to the sounds of nature, wake up fresh and early the next for some of the best coffee in the world. Then, take the kayak out to the waterfall or an optional jet ski in the smooth water of the morning, or just relax at the glamping site. Take a speedboat ride back to Guatape at about noon. Enjoy some free time before your transfer back to El Poblado in Medellín.

Medellin: Guatape, El Peñol Coffee Farm Private Tour & Fruit

9. Medellin: Guatape, El Peñol Coffee Farm Private Tour & Fruit

one hour away from Medellin on our way to Guatape is our first stop. Marinilla is an agricultural town where you will enjoy the most exotic fruits of this region ,after this fruit tasting we continue to our traditional coffee farm in el Peñol where you will learn everything about the most famous drink in Colombia ,here with the company of a local farmer and an amazing landscape you will try 100% colombian organic coffee. after this delicius cup of coffee you will be ready to climb the rock of el Peñol , this is a 200 meters monolite with more than 700 steps and with one of the most beautiful panoramic view . after this activity you will be ready to explore the little colorful streets of Guatape always with the company and asistence of a professional bilingual tour guide .to finish you will enjoy lunch in the town and come back to Medellin .all the transportation is inclueded.

Medellín: Private Guatapé Tour w/ Breakfast, Lunch & Cruise

10. Medellín: Private Guatapé Tour w/ Breakfast, Lunch & Cruise

After being picked up from Medellin, drive for an hour and a half to the eastern Antioquia municipality of Guatapé.  Enjoy a guided tour through the town, where you will pass by the Casa Museo panorama, La Cruz, Piedras del Marial, Piedra del Peñol and the Ruins of the Hacienda La Manuela by Pablo Escobar. Discover a world of color among its streets, adorned with baseboards that tell stories of the town and its people.  Take a 1-hour boat tour through the reservoir to the picturesque town of Zócalos. Climb the 740 steps to reach the top of the Rock of Guatapé or Piedra del Peñol, a monolith which reaches 220 meters high.

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Our day trip tour to Guatape was great. Maria, Sandy (English interpreter), and Don Luis (tour bus driver) were all extremely sweet and helpful. Maria and Sandy are very knowledgeable. From the pick up point meet up, to the moment we got back to the pick up point at the end of the tour, everything went perfectly smooth. Lunch was great, the boat tour, walking tour, and free time to explore on our own was perfect. Thank you Maria, Sandy and Don Luis!! 10/10 recommend.

We loved our 7 day stay in Medellin and we are glad we expanded our view of the city with this day trip outside to Guatape and its beautiful lake. Like the city, the lake and region need to be seen to comprehend! Manuel provides an excellent guide and knows the market so well he gets to each attraction just before crowds form behind you.... His english, knowledge and driving skills are very commendable. Highly recommended.

We had a great day in Guatapé with enough time to explore the different spots on our own. It‘s a great way to explore the region stress free as everything is taken care of (transportation, food etc.) and you just get to enjoy the trip.

Amazing trip well planned out. Great food and service. The locations all worth seeing. Gina was wonderful.

Amazing day in Guatape, Marlon was a fantastic guid I recommend to anyone