Full-Day Tour to Guatavita Lake & Colonial Town
Enjoy a thoroughly designed tour to Guatavita Lake, and Colonial Town with a savvy guide that lets you in on its fascinating Indigenous history. Take in the distinct beauty of the Andean mountain range and the breathtaking view of the Lake. Hear fascinating stories about the ancient communities that used to live there. By the way, have you ever heard about the El Dorado legend? These people would throw gold in the water during their ceremonies. Yeah, no kidding!
Stroll through Guatavita's cobbled streets and gaze at its colonial architecture. Delight in the local gastronomy.
✓ Enjoy the flexibility of choosing from 2 tour options thoroughly designed to meet your interests and needs.
Options
Basic Option
Lunch is not included: Besides, the guidance of the tour (at the Park) will be carried out by a professional Guatavita's Park Tour Guide.
Pickup included
What's included in Full-Day Tour to Guatavita Lake & Colonial Town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
After the hotel pickup at 8 a.m, listen as your guide shares fun facts about the landscape and insights into the Colombian history and culture while enjoying the scenery of the Andean Savannah. (Premium Option)
Laguna de Guatavita
Start your hike at the Chuzua—Indigenous ceremonial house—. Discover everything about how the pre-Colombian ancestors used to live and hear in-depth commentary on their culture. Then, hike through the woods up to the Lagoon at the top of the mountain. Take in the views and scenery from there (3000 MASL) as your guide lets you in on its enthralling history and biodiversity.
Stroll through cobbled streets and gaze at the captivating colonial architecture of the town, whose construction is all about the El Dorado legend. By the way, the old town is underwater. Ask your guide about it while enjoying a typical lunch before heading back to Bogota. Finally, we will leave you in the comfort of your hotel in the afternoon hours—or the El Dorado international airport.
Inclusions
- Entrance Fees
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off (Air conditioned vehicle)
- Lunch (Premium Option Only)
- Bilingual Guide (Premium Option Only)
- Professional Guide at the Park (Basic Option Only)
- Medical insurance
- Gratuities
- Any private expenses
- Lunch (Basic Option)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No age restriction
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
We pick up from most hotels in Bogota upon booking. Times are subject to local traffic conditions and hotel location.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
For English (WhatsApp): +57 350 640-5039 • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended • Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
