Active Bogota Tour
To Chingaza National Park
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Chingaza National Park is located less than 50 kms away from Bogotá. It has dramatic landscapes that vary from 800 (2,600 ft.) to 4,020 m.a.s.l. (13,200 ft.) being home of special flora such as the Frailejones and fauna such as the white-tailed deer or the Andean bear among others.
Day 1 - HUMMINGBIRD SANCTUARY
On this day, at 7:00 AM you will be taken to a hummingbird observatory located in rural area of the town of La Calera, where you can easily observe more than 14 different species in that place. Subsequently, you will be taken the Chingaza National Park, where you will have talk by the local authorities, before heading to the cabins and observing the great landscapes of the protected area, where you will acclimatize sleeping at 3.000 m.a.s.l. Meals: (B/L/D) Accommodation: Glamping or cabins inside Chingaza National Park Day 2 – SIECHA LAGOONS Today, we can optionally wake up early to observe birds. After breakfast, we will head to the starting point of the Cuchillas de Siecha trail, which is a place where you can observe the 3 famous Siecha Lagoons from above. In this trail we will walk by the Paramo ecosystem, observing the plants, flowers and endemic flora. Later on, we will get back to the cabin and will optionally do more hikes around depending on the energy of the group. Meals: (B/L/D) Accommodation: Glamping or cabins inside Chingaza National Park Day 3 - CHINGAZA LAGOON Today, we can optionally wake up early to observe birds in the national park. After breakfast, we will explore the spectacular landscapes of Chingaza and its lagoons, looking for the spectacled bear by car. Optionally we can do some hikes up to 10 kms by some trails of the Paramo ecosystem learning about the endemic plants and animals of the protected area throughout the day. Later on, we will return to the cabin to have dinner and rest. Meals: (B/L/D) Accommodation: Glamping or cabins inside Chingaza National Park Day 4 – ECOPALACIO RESERVE We can optionally wake up early in the morning for a bird watching activity. After breakfast, we can optionally do another hike by one of the different trails of the Ecopalacio reserve that offers different lengths and possibilities for trekking or can start the return back to Bogota where we will drop you at your desired hotel or destination anywhere within the city. Meals: (B/L/-) 2025-2026 prices per person in US$: with 2 people = $1295. The ecosystems of Chingaza are special, being a protected area that was declared National Park, therefore it is important to follow the recommendations in order to avoid or diminish any negative impact on them, as well as being prepared for a pleasurable experience, according to that:
- It is necessary to have an acceptable physical condition, since you will do some hikes and outdoor activities in nature. - This destination is located at a high altitude of the Colombian Andes, so it is necessary to have good acclimatization and cautions to avoid altitude sickness. Ask your doctor in case of having any special condition that requires extra caution or may affect you at a high altitude. - The consumption of alcohol and/or psychoactive substances is forbidden for this experience as it might be risky for your own health for these kinds of activities. - It is important to reduce waste generation (single-use plastics). According to that, it is important to take your own rigid non disposable recipient for liquids. - Follow and abide by the instructions of the guides and authorities during each of the routes and tours. - We recommend the use of binoculars to wildlife watching and moisture-protected cameras. - You will visit a destination with a great level of conservation of ecosystems with special flora and fauna. However, wildlife sightings can’t be guaranteed, please take into account that they are in their natural habitat and humans can’t control or influence in their behavior. - Do not get too close to the animals, do not interrupt their natural behavior and do as less noise as possible during the sightings in order to have better chances to see the wildlife of the region. WHAT TO TAKE?
- Hat and/or other protection for the head and neck. - Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the reflection of the sun. - Appropriate clothing for activities and the treks under cold temperatures and take clothes for change in case of getting wet during the activities. - Comfortable pants and avoid wearing jeans - Waterproof, preferably quick-drying clothing or a rain poncho. - Appropriate footwear for the hikes, trekking boots are advisable and at least one pair of sneakers for change. Footwear can get wet during the hikes. - Trekking poles might be useful. - Sunscreen. - Protection for electronic devices since they may be susceptible to damages due to humidity and/or rain. - Non-disposable rigid container to refill water (canteen or thermos). - Hands-free backpack, please avoid wheeled suitcases as much as possible. - Day-packs for carrying personal stuff, hydration, snacks and other elements during the hikes. - Personal documents and count with your own medical insurance. - Personal medicines and first aid kit. |
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ADD-ONS & OPTIONALS - Flights from & to Bogota or any other Colombian city. The price would depend of the dates and the anticipation the flights are booked. - Other languages speaking guides/translators, according to availability of guides for the desired date, in this case it is advisable to book in advance PLEASE INFORM IN ADVANCE ABOUT - Food restrictions and/or preferences. - Important illnesses to take into account, disabilities, allergies and/or other medical conditions that may affect the development of the activities. - Blood type. - Special requirements for the trip within the reach of our logistics WEATHER CONDITIONS & BILINGUISM
It is necessary to be properly prepared for the weather conditions of the destination which are detailed below, but as this is an approximation, please note that they may vary. Also, keep in mind that it is difficult to find bilingual staff or people at the destination. Chingaza National Park: Temp. Min: 6ºC Max: 14ºC, humid climate / (3.000-3.750 m.a.s.l.) SEASONS - The dry season in Colombia ranges from Mid-November till March, in this period of the year you can expect to have easier hikes and less rain in general. The river levels will be lower and you can expect less mud and drier trails. Getting by car to off the road paths will be easier, making the transportation times shorter to those spots in very rural areas. Migratory birds might be easier to spot during the dry season The rainy season starts in April and ends in mid-November, being May and October the rainiest months in Colombia and from June to September a softer rainy period. In the rainy season you can expect to see the lagoons and rivers with high levels and more imposing, with a greener vegetation. - From October to November, the yellow flowers of the “frailejones” (endemic plants) bloom making a sunflower-like effect that attracts special birds such as the beautiful Green-bearded helmetcrest. You can have a bilingual guide and locals do not speak English. ATM´S It is advisable to carry cash for extra expenses during the trip since access to ATMs and dataphones at the desert are non-existent and the last place to withdraw money is the town of La Calera. PHONE SIGNAL & WIFI You will visit a destination where there is no phone and internet signal after you leave the towns and enter the protected area. The accommodation offers Wi-Fi with decent connectivity, although the signal may not always be the best. TIPPING Tipping is not mandatory, but if you consider you can tip the guides and/or other staff with an amount from 20.000 to 50.000 COP (5 to 12 USD approx.) per day of service. |
