Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon from Bogota (Private Tour)
Visit the first wonder of Colombia, "The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira and the cradle of the Legend of El Dorado, the Sacred Lagoon of Guatavita" this is a full-day tour departing from your accommodation in Bogota. Explore the beauty of this unique subway cathedral; the story is told through an audio guide in the language of your choice. Upon arrival in Guatavita, enjoy a nature walk of approximately two hours to the Guatavita Lagoon. After a two-hour nature walk to the Guatavitá Lagoon, where the local guide will share with you the history of the Muiscas Indians and the legend of El Dorado. Meet the village of Guatavitá and the view of the reservoir of Tominé halfway through the tour tasting a typical regional or vegetarian lunch. At the end of the tour we return to your accommodation in Bogota.
Options
Tour privado todo incluido
Duration: 10 hours
Almuerzo
Pickup included
What's included in Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon from Bogota (Private Tour)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Laguna de Guatavita
The lagoon is part of a protected natural area. The tour is done through trails where you ascend and where a native guide tells the history of the Muiscas and the legend of El Dorado. The tour takes approximately 75 minutes, upon arrival you can see the beautiful lagoon.
Catedral De Sal
The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá has been declared the First Wonder of Colombia and is considered one of the most remarkable architectural and artistic constructions in Colombia. There you will find a monumental work born from the faith of the miners of that region, whose tour surprises at every step.
Plaza de la Independecia
Enjoy an interesting colonial tour, visiting the main squares of Zipaquira and learning about its architecture and history.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance
- Lunch
- Private tour (if option selected)
- Audioguide in the Salt Cathedral
- English guide on ride (optional)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Hike on a natural path, good shoes recommended.
- Se proporciona kit de bioseguridad con mascaras y gel anti bacterial.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Let us come for you to your hotel, hostel, Airbnb, or any accommodation of your choice in Bogota. Let us know the exact address and we will come for you.