6 Waterfall Hikes in Colombia to Build a Day Around

1.From Bogota: La Chorrera Waterfall Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 46 reviews · 8 hours · from $97Our pick

Leave Bogotá for Choachí and hike through La Chorrera Park to Colombia’s tallest natural waterfall. A bilingual guide such as Camilo, Angel, Katy, or Steven can explain local plants, birds, forests, and history. Expect a moderately challenging trail, wide valley views, and a local snack.

“Our guide Steven was amazing! He showed us everything with a smile and answered all our questions. We would certainly recommend him for a trip to this beautiful area.”

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2.Pance Waterfalls: Hike to discover the biodiversity of the valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $97Top rated

Leave Cali at 7 a.m. with a local guide, stop in La Voragine, then hike through the Pance mountains to three waterfalls and natural pools. The six-person limit keeps the pace personal. Lunch, transport, entrance, and medical assistance are included.

“Alejandro, our guide, is extremely friendly, well informed, committed to his community's well-being, and persistent in making sure everyone is able to understand, feels comfortable, and respects the environment. The trek was invigorating and fun. We saw beautiful fauna and flora -- especially butterflies! The lunch was scrumptious. The whole tour came off smoothly, from coordination and pick up to drop off. The length was just right for us, as we wanted to get out of the city, see the mountainous forest (including old growth!) but hadn't planned such a trip in advance and did not have gear necessary for something more strenuous.”

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3.Cali: Hiking to the Pance waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15 reviews · 7 hours · from $119

Leave Cali for a seven-hour guided hike through the Farallones near Pance. Your Spanish-speaking guide leads you along forest paths, across river sections, and to natural waterfalls for swimming, followed by a typical regional lunch. Guides including Marco, Ernesto, Julian, and Juan have earned strong praise.

“Excelente actividad. Senderismo accesible para la mayoría de la población. Ves lugares hermosos y el guía te explica todo tipo de hechos sobre las plantas y el ambiente.”

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4.Medellín: Secret Waterfall Hike Tour with Snack and Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours · from $62Best value

Leave Poblado by van for a guided forest hike to a secret waterfall near Medellín. Guides such as Sebastian, Adrian, and Alejo explain local plants and wildlife before you reach the water. Expect about 1.5 hours each way, slippery rocks, a swim, and a simple snack of coffee, banana, and cheese sandwich.

“Absolutely awesome! All the organizers are professional and fun! Strongly encourage to book with them!”

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5.Bogota: La Chorrera Waterfall Guided Hike and Guadalupe Hill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 7h 30m · from $109

Leave Bogotá by private vehicle for Guadalupe Hill and a guided hike through cloud forest to La Chiflón and 590-meter La Chorrera Waterfall. Guides such as Camilo, Daniel, and Yang have led this outing. Bring sturdy shoes, and budget extra for park entry and lunch in Choachí.

“Wir hatten einen perfekten Tag mit unserem Guide Yang. Er hat sich den ganzen Tag super um uns gekümmert und hat perfekt englisch gesprochen. Speziell die Wanderung zum Wasserfall war atemberaubend und ist wirklich sehr empfehlenswert. Egal welche Frage man hatte und egal ob zu den highlights der Tour oder anderen Thematiken rund um Bogota und Kolumbien hatte Yang immer die passenden Antworten. Perfekter Tagestrip!”

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6.Bogota: Hike to La Chorrera Waterfall, El Chiflón and Guadalupe Hill

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · 6 hours · from $115

Travel from Bogotá into the Eastern Cordillera for a private guided hike to El Chiflón and La Chorrera, Colombia’s highest waterfall at 590 meters. Afterward, stop at Guadalupe Hill for broad city views. Expect uneven trails, changing weather, and a driver who may provide limited guiding.

“It was very nice to have a private driver and set my own schedule. The waterfalls themselves are spectacular. Must-see for a visit to Bogota, which is not exactly a naturalist's dream. The car and driver were clean and elegant. My only complaint is communication. It was hard to reach the driver by phone. I would have appreciated more information about what to expect. He was a driver, not a docent. You will have a great time, just ask a lot of questions... Don't expect to be told!”

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