Hiking in the mountains of Salento-Cerro Morrogacho

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Live a unique mountain experience ascending Morrogacho Hill, an imposing peak that rises in front of the Cocora Valley. This hike is perfect for those looking for a moderate-high challenge, surrounded by cloud forests, endemic birds and stunning landscapes.

The trail will take you through magical ecosystems, where haze and vegetation create a mystical atmosphere. At the top, you will be rewarded with one of the best panoramic views of the Cocora Valley and the Cordillera Central.

Approximate duration: 6 hours
Difficulty level: Moderate – demanding
Includes: Local guide, environmental interpretation and stops at strategic viewpoints

An ideal hike for adventurers looking to go beyond the conventional and discover the true essence of the Andean mountains.

If you like the mountains and challenging your limits, this tour is for you.

What's Included

Trekking poles
Private transportation
Typical local lunch (simple trout with patacon and drink included). If you want a different dish the extra cost will be borne by the tourist.)
Bottled water
Any other services not specified in the description

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If you are staying in the city of Armenia, the pick-up will be at the hotel as long as it is on the perimeter of the urban area, if you are in a different municipality, the meeting point will be at the Mocawa Plaza hotel or the church of the main square of Salento, Quindío

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Meeting point

Main square of Salento, Quindío, entrance stairs to the church

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
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    Valle del Cocora

    In this experience you can appreciate the wonderful landscapes of the Coconut Valley, its mountains through a trekking of approx. 13 km starting at an altitude of 2,400 MSNM until reaching 3,450 MSNM. At the top you can enjoy a wonderful view and if you are lucky, you can observe the Nevado del Tolima and the Paramillo del Quindío. Test your limits. If you have heart or knee problems, this plan is not right for you.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for people with knee problems
Supplied by Tours guiados por el Quindío

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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