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San Carlos

Nestled in the lush mountains of Antioquia, San Carlos is a hidden gem perfect for adventurous spirits! Known as the “City of Water,” it boasts enchanting waterfalls and breathtaking hikes. Enjoy its vibrant local culture, sip on fresh coffee, and don’t miss the thrilling rafting opportunities. Pack your bags—San Carlos promises unforgettable memories and a splash of fun!

Recommendations

Landmark4.7/5

Parque Principal San Carlos

Landmark4.8/5

Sendero cascada La Chorrera

Landmark4.9/5

Cima piedra el tabor

Eat2/5

Bistró café-resto-bar

Eat5/5

El buen punto

Eat4.6/5

HOTEL RESTAURANTE PLAYA PRIMAVERA

Drink4.7/5

San Carlos

Eat4.7/5

Paisano - El Sabor De Lo Nuestro

Eat5/5

El Encuentro

Stays

Stay$$4.55/5

Hotel Jireh San Carlos

Hotel Jireh in San Carlos offers family rooms with private bathrooms, hypoallergenic bedding, and free WiFi. Each room includes a minibar, TV, and tiled floors. Guests can enjoy a family-friendly restaurant serving brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. The bar offers a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks. The hotel features a waterpark, sun terrace, picnic area, and outdoor dining area. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and a tour desk. Located 81 km from José María Córdova International Airport, the hotel provides access to fishing, walking tours, hiking, and cycling.

Stay4.8/5

Eco Hotel Selvática

Nestled in the heart of Colombia, Eco Hotel Selvática offers a unique blend of sustainable luxury and breathtaking nature, making it an iconic retreat for eco-conscious travelers seeking adventure and tranquility in the stunning San Carlos region.

Stay4.8/5

Hotel Ecos del Río

Stay4.6/5

Gran Hotel San Carlos

Stay4.6/5

Hotel Campestre La Cascada

Stay4.5/5

Hotel San Carlos Plaza, Restaurante, Supermercado La Estrella

Things To Do
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9 h

Private Guatape & Paragliding Tour: Epic Views & Thrills

Our Guatape & Paragliding private tour is a 2023 Travelers' Choice Award Winner, the highest honor TripAdvisor can give. Thinking on your necessities when you are visiting Medellin for a short time we decided to make your travel plans easier with this great combination of Guatape rock, Guatape town and paragliding all in one day. In this 9.5 hours tour you will be able to visit the rock, to walk around the pictoresque Guatape town and learn its history with our certified bilingual tour guides. And last but not least the paragliding flight will be an unforgettable experience since you will be flying over mountains, rivers and towns. The green color of the mountains is so vivid that together with a 90 meters (295 ft) beautiful waterfall make you feel that you are flying over a paradise. If you want to have a memorable experience in Medellin and have adrenaline flying around mountains then please do not hesitate to book this tour and enjoy the beauty of this region in a different way

$233.00

5/5

8 h

Private Guatape Town & Peñol Rock & Llama Farm Tour

After you are pricked up at your place in our private vehicles we head east to the Guatape region. Your first stop in this Guatape tour is to Visit an Animal Farm where you can feed llamas, alpacas, ostrichs and more animal, we include a bag of carrots to feed them. If you prefer not to visit the animal we can skip it and spend more time in a different stop or we can do a delicious exotic fruit tasting instead in a traditional fruit market. You can choose which activity to do, just let us know the day of the tour. Then we'll go toward the Guatape Rock also known as Piedra del Peñol. At this massive rock you get the chance to climb up it. Once you reach the top, you can stay up there for as long as you wish as you get to witness one of the most beautiful views you have ever seen. Lastly you head to Guatape: City Of Zocalos. One of the most colorful and picturesque towns in Colombia. How did this Zocalo tradition start and why? Take this tour and find out!!. Book now!!

$160.00

5/5

(Private Guatapé) Mansion Pablo Escobar+Paintball+Cuatrimoto+Boat

Discover Guatapé like never before on this exclusive VIP adventure tour. Explore history, nature, and excitement all in one unforgettable day. Pablo Escobar Mansion Experience : Visit the iconic mansion surrounded by lakes and stunning landscapes, and enjoy a thrilling paintball game at one of Colombia’s most legendary properties. ATV Hacienda Tour : Explore the beautiful estate on quad bikes, immersing yourself in the lush scenery and panoramic views. El Peñol Rock Climb : Ascend the famous rock via its stairs (ticket $8 USD) for one of the best views in the region. Private Lake Cruise : Sail across Guatapé’s sparkling lake on a luxury boat, soaking in the paradise-like surroundings. Charming Guatapé Streets : Wander through the town’s colorful streets, admiring its iconic Zócalos and vibrant architecture. Relax as we take you back to your hotel in Medellin. This all-in-one VIP tour combines history, adrenaline, and breathtaking landscapes for an unforgettable Colombian experience.

$265.99

5/5

Guatape and El Peñol town and dam tour from Medellin

Live a magical adventure! In this private all-inclusive tour, you will get to sail around Guatape and El Peñol lake in a motorboat, see Pablo Escobar's bombed lake mansion, try the best of Colombian fruits, have lunch in a beautiful lake villa, walk around Guatapé where you will get to know the local culture and have a grate cup of coffee. Finally, you will get to visit the Peñol Rock, walk it all the way to the top and enjoy the view. All this in the companion of a bilingual tour guide.

$300.00

5/5

Private Guatape & Comuna 13 Tour: The Two Must do in One Day

Our Private Guatape and Graffiti Tour in just one day encompasses two must-do activities when you visit our beautiful Medellin. First we get to know first-hand the transformation of Medellin through the street-art and this neighborhood's history. We talk about how we passed to be one of the most violent cities in the world to a city with a huge progress in social innovation. We also discuss the challenges we are facing now as a city and the goals we are persuing. After the graffiti tour in Comuna 13 we drive around 2 hours to the magestic big rock and if you decide to climb it you'll see one of the most amazing views. Finally, we visit the colorful and pictoresque Guatape town and we give you a guided tour in its landmarks as we tell you all the history. In conclusion, If you want to cover the Comuna 13 Graffiti tour and Guatape in great detail, guided by a fully bilingual guide and very comfortable in our cars (transportation and guidance are 100% private) then this is it.

$186.00

5/5

8 h

Guatapé and Piedra del Penol, Lunch Transfers and Guide

This full-day tour begins with pick-up at selected hotels in El Poblado and Laureles to travel to eastern Antioquia. During the tour, you will pass through Marinilla and arrive at El Peñol, known for the planned flooding of its old town for the construction of the hydroelectric dam. There you will visit the boardwalk and the replica of Old Peñol. Then you will see the famous Piedra del Peñol, a 220-meter-high monolith. You will have free time to make the optional climb up its 740 steps (entrance fee not included) and enjoy unique panoramic views. The tour continues to Guatapé, the renowned “town of baseboards,” where you will walk through streets full of color and tradition. The tour includes a typical Colombian lunch and a stop at Alto del Chocho before returning to Medellín.

$134.00

5/5

Private Guatape & ATVs Ride Tour Door to Door From Medellin

If you want adventure on quadbikes and a visit to the majestic rock of Guatape, then our Guatape and ATVs Tour is your best option. We start our day with ATVs and a brief training to understand how these powerful machines work, then we start our ride driving through a forest on gravel roads with one of the most beautiful sceneries you will see. After 1.5 hours the ATV drive is over, so we change our clothes and get back in the car to continue for our journey to Guatape. In our next stop we visit the magestic big rock and if you decide to climb it you'll see one of the most amazing views. Finally, we visit the colorful and pictoresque Guatape town and we give you a guided tour in its landmarks as we tell you all the history. In conclusion, this is a tour full of adrenaline, nature and history that you should not miss out, book now!!

$249.00

5/5

Private Guatape +Boat Ride+Paragliding Flight+Animal Farm

In this amazing tour you will visit the Guatapé area, a beautiful region characterized by its beautiful lakes and its great mountains. We will climb the rock of Guatapé, to have one of the best views of the area. You cannot miss a tour through the streets of Guatapé, a very colorful town, adorned with its emblematic zócalos. We will also take a fun boat ride on the lake in a speedboat. To make this tour more interesting, we will have the opportunity to do a paragliding flight, we will cross the imposing mountains and we will have a spectacular view of the valley in the background. We will also enjoy a delicious lunch with magnificent views. The whole day will be loaded with many landscapes. Finally we will return to your hotel in Medellín.

$299.99

5/5

9 h

Private Peñol-Guatape Tour: with lunch and boat

It is a tour with beautiful landscapes, good food and excellent personalized attention, our goal is for you to feel that you have a friend who accompanies and teaches you, the tour is private and personalized, you will get to know and visit the east of Antioquia while you learn about its history, the First stop is at the Phoenix monument, then the rock temple, we continue towards the imposing stone of El Peñol, when we finish we head to Guatape, after walking in this colorful town, we go towards the replica of the old Peñol and finally a tour by boat through the peñol-guatape dam

$220.00

5/5

Private Tour to Guatapé with Helicopter Boat Ride and Roca Peñol

Live the best Private Tour of Guatapé and El Peñol with comfortable ground transportation, you will experience what it is to climb a 220-meter rock, it will be easier than you imagine, in addition to this, you will also fly over this rock in a Helicopter taking photos and videos for an excellent memory, you will visit the town of old Peñol with an incredible history, you will take a tour of the entire dam in a private boat for 1 hour, you will walk the colonial streets of the town of Los Zócalos, You will know the passage of the umbrellas and the street of commerce.

$410.00

5/5

Private full-day excursion to Guatapé

Guatapé and El Peñol Rock Day Trip from Medellín Discover Guatapé on a day trip from Medellín! Explore its colorful streets, admire the traditional zócalos, and visit the iconic El Peñol Rock for breathtaking views of the surrounding lakes and mountains. Enjoy a scenic boat ride across Guatapé Reservoir, where you can see the ruins of La Manuela, Pablo Escobar’s former lakeside estate, from the water. Stroll through Zócalos Square, explore the waterfront, and discover the history and culture of this charming Antioquian town with a local guide. Travel comfortably from Medellín and experience the natural beauty, traditions, and highlights of Guatapé in one unforgettable day. - Explore Guatapé’s colorful streets and traditional zócalos. - Admire panoramic views from El Peñol Rock. - See La Manuela, Pablo Escobar’s former estate, from the boat. - Discover the waterfront and Zócalos Square.

$150.00

5/5

8 h 25 mins

Guatape Private Tour with Helicopter Ride from Medellin

Embark on an unforgettable tour to Guatapé, where you'll visit the iconic El Peñol Rock. Climb its 740 steps for breathtaking panoramic views of the sprawling lakes and verdant landscapes. Then, take a thrilling helicopter flight over the area, offering a unique aerial perspective of the vibrant town, stunning reservoir, and picturesque countryside. This tour combines the adventure of climbing the giant rock with the exhilaration of a helicopter ride, providing an unparalleled experience of Guatapé's natural beauty.

$302.00

5/5

Customizable Guatapé and El Peñol Tour from Medellin

This tour can be adjusted according to your interests. Enjoy the exuberance of the Stone of the Peñol, a boat tour of the dam and the traditional charm of one of the most colorful towns in Latin America. You have the option of adding a quad bike tour inside Pablo Escobar’s mansion, adding an hour of jetskiing, or both. If you do not wish to carry out these activities, then we will follow the basic itinerary. If you take a jetski option, this activity will replace the boat ride at the dam. This is a private tour in which you choose the start time and includes pick-up directly from your place of stay, whether hotel or not. The tour starts in Medellin and returns to the city the same day.

$209.00

5/5

Private Guatapé & El Peñol Rock Tour from Medellín

Discover Guatapé on a private, comfortable, and fully personalized experience from Medellín. More than a traditional tour, this is your opportunity to explore one of Colombia’s most iconic destinations at your own pace, with private transportation, a bilingual guide, and exclusive attention for your group. We’ll visit the iconic El Peñol Rock (entry included), where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, explore the replica of Old Peñol, and stroll through the colorful streets of Guatapé, famous for their vibrant zócalos, local history, and charming atmosphere. For travelers seeking an even more exclusive experience, this tour can be customized with optional upgrades such as a private boat ride on the reservoir, jet skiing, water sports, ATV adventures, horseback riding, paragliding, or even a helicopter experience over the region. Perfect for travelers looking for flexibility, comfort, and a more authentic premium way to discover Guatapé.

$190.00

5/5

48 h

2-Day: Pablo Escobar, Comuna 13, Guatape Including Boat Ride and La Manuela

This tour will allow you to explore the places where Pablo was defeated by the colombian government, the innovative comuna 13 slum, the community Pablo sponsored for the poor, the museum created by Pablo´s brother, and the memory house dedicated to all their victims. Next day, tour gets away from the city towards Guatape and El Peñol for stupendous 8 hours of beautiful sceneries. Entrance to the Peñol rock included. AND, private boat ride around the Guatape lake. PLUS, exclusive access inside La Manuela, one of Pablo´s mos valued mansions by the lake. CATEDRAL (PABLO´S PRISON) CEMETERY ROOFTOP HE GOT CAUGHT MONACO BUILDING COMUNA 13 P.E. BARRIO MUSEUM HOUSE OF MEMORY GUATAPE PRIVATE BOAT RIDE LA MANUELA This tour will provide a great learning experience as to what should NOT happen in society and which characters should be the real heroes. Tour focuses on the victims by telling stories of those who suffer most, like police officers and government officials.

$422.06

5/5

Private Half Day Stone of the Peñol and Guatapé Magic Town Tour

Guatapé, with its charming colorful village and imposing Piedra del Peñol, is the ideal destination for those who have little time but want an enriching experience. This express tour offers a glimpse into the natural and cultural beauty of the area, with a focus on enjoying every moment. Expert guides ensure you focus on highlights to make the most of your visit. Departure from Medellin between 6 and 8 am, returning between 12 and 2 pm, ensuring an itinerary that maximizes your time. - Visit the majestic Piedra del Peñol and the colorful town of Guatapé - Tour against tourist traps - Dedicated guides focusing on the essentials of the tour - Departure from Medellin at convenient times - Return to Medellin at an optimal time to enjoy the rest of the day - Easy drop off at Airport

$129.00

5/5

El Peñol and Guatape Small Group Tour from Medellin

Experience breathtaking views of El Peñol and visit Guatape. This small group tour will take you to the colorful town of Guatape, where get to climb the huge rock of El Peñol, enjoy an amazing view and visit the promenade, plaza de los zócalos, climb the rock, take an amazing view of the lakes, colonial buildings and much more. Enjoy your tour while your professional photographer and tour guide shares with you the beauty of Guatape. All entrance fees are included on this 7- 8-hour tour.

$129.99

5/5

10 h

Private Tour: El Peñol and Guatape Dam from Medellin

This private tour takes you to Piedra del Peñol, which is a very special mountain located in the Antioquia region in the Guatapé municipality and close to the little town of Guatapé. The best view in the world.

$242.86

5/5

10 h

Guatape and Stone of the Rock and Boat Tour and Farm

Excursion to Guatapé from Medellín including boat tour and the El Alto del Chocho farm Walk through the colorful streets of Guatape and climb the Piedra del Peñol which has 740 steps and enjoy spectacular views of the surroundings. Cross the reservoir on a boat ride that offers a panoramic view of Pablo Escobar's farm, the city of Zócalos and a charming church in Marinilla and finally you will visit the popular El Alto del Chocho farm, ideal for children and even adults where you can see animals. such as, minipig, llamas, horses among others...

$52.00

5/5

48 h

Private Tour 2 days Guatape + Jungle Tour + Bird Watching

This is a quite complete experience, on the first day in Guatapé we will do many activities and we will have the whole day occupied with unforgettable experiences. In this incredible tour you will be able to see Guatapé from all its angles, you will have the opportunity to fly by helicopter over the lake and enjoy its wonderful views, we will also climb the rock of Guatapé using its stairs to have one of the best perspectives of the area. Additionally we will take a boat tour on the lake. And you can't miss a tour of the beautiful streets of Guatapé, a colorful town adorned with its emblematic skirting boards. We will spend the night in an Ecohotel in San Rafael, a town surrounded by beautiful emerald green rivers with exuberant biodiversity. On our second day we will have the opportunity to see birds and monkeys, we will also do some activities in the river such as swimming, trekking, tubing, and others enjoying the beautiful Antioquia jungle. It is a great adventure.