Experience that gives us to be able to know two trails in the P.N.N. The Cocuy, glacier and majestic landscapes, of paramo.
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Description
- Duration:5 days 4 nights
Experience the ultimate high‑mountain adventure with our 5‑day, 4‑night El Cocuy tour. Designed for true explorers, this comprehensive plan takes you to discover the imposing glaciers, frailejón valleys, and páramo landscapes of El Cocuy National Natural Park. Your expedition includes lodging, meals (breakfasts and dinners), insurance, and the continuous accompaniment of an expert local guide to ensure your safety every step of the way.
During your El Cocuy tour, you will begin with an acclimatization route on the Mahoma hill. Afterwards, you will push your limits by exploring natural wonders above 4,000 m.a.s.l. You may choose to ascend to the iconic Púlpito del Diablo through the Lagunillas Valley, or admire the majesty of Laguna Grande de la Sierra. The expedition culminates by reaching the glacier edge of Ritacuba Blanco, the highest summit in the Eastern Range.
After the intense trekking days, you will be able to relax your muscles in a jacuzzi hydromassage and enjoy a historical tour of the municipality. If you are looking to challenge your limits and connect with extreme nature, this El Cocuy tour is your best choice.
Highlights
- Acclimatization hike to Cerro Mahoma
- Handicraft workshop
- Lagunillas Route or Púlpito del Diablo Route or Laguna Grande de la Sierra Route
- Ritacuba Route
- Historical tour of the municipality of El Cocuy
- Access to hydromassage
Includes / Does not include
- Entrance to El Cocuy National Natural Park for nationals (foreigners: an additional 60,000).
- Accident and life insurance for three days.
- Accompaniment of a local guide for three days.
- Four breakfasts in the town.
- One lunch.
- Four dinners.
- Four nights of lodging in multiple‑occupancy accommodation.
- Historical tour of the Municipality of El Cocuy.
- Access to Jacuzzi hydromassage (subject to usage conditions).
- Transportation from El Cocuy to the hiking trails — round trip.
- Unspecified expenses
Itinerary
Day 1
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Arrival in the town of El Cocuy (2,750 m.a.s.l.).
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Welcome in El Cocuy.
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Accommodation at a hotel in the town.
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Dinner and lodging in El Cocuy.
Day 2
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Breakfast in the town.
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Transportation by car from El Cocuy to the village of El Carrizal (50 minutes).
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Acclimatization hike to the Mahoma hill; the route covers a distance of 7 kilometers, ranging from 3,600 m.a.s.l. to 4,100 m.a.s.l.
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Registration at the National Parks office.
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Handicraft workshop and historical tour of the municipality.
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Dinner and lodging in El Cocuy.
Day 3
- Breakfast in the town.
- Departure by car from the town of El Cocuy toward the park entrance and beginning of the trail (1 hour).
NOTE: In El Cocuy National Natural Park, you can access the snow‑capped range through three different trails, each leading to an independent mountain. One of the three trails must be chosen before purchasing the entrance tickets. - OPTION 1 LAGUNILLAS PULPITO ROUTE:
Hike through the Lagunillas Valley, a páramo landscape immersed in majestic mountains that offers not only the opportunity to contemplate flora and fauna typical above 4,000 m.a.s.l., but also the grandeur of the Lagunillas River with its waterfalls and lagoons. The trail continues through the Paso del Conejo, from where you can appreciate the snow‑capped peaks Cóncavo, San Pablines, and Ritacubas. The ascent continues to the snow line of the Pan de Azúcar snow‑capped peak, with the opportunity to admire the Púlpito del Diablo, or ‘Temple of the Sun’ of our Lache ancestors. (9 to 11 total hours of hiking), ranging from 3,900 m.a.s.l. to 4,850 m.a.s.l., covering a total of 18 kilometers. - OPTION 2 LAGUNA GRANDE DE LA SIERRA ROUTE:
From Hacienda La Esperanza, the ascent begins along the ‘Valle de los Frailejones’ trail; this beautiful páramo valley, immersed in majestic mountains, offers not only the opportunity to contemplate flora and fauna typical above 4,000 m.a.s.l., but also the majesty of the rivers and the waterfall found there. During the ascent, you pass the Cuchumba Cave, Cuchumba Waterfall, and the Valle de los Frailejones. The route continues to the Cueva de los Hombres, Laguna Grande de la Sierra, and from this point you can appreciate the snow‑capped peaks Cóncavo, Concavito, Portales, Toti, Pan de Azúcar, and Púlpito. The journey continues until reaching the glacier edge of Cóncavo, and then the return begins. A total of 22 kilometers, 10 to 12 hours of hiking. - Return hike.
- Transfer to the municipality of El Cocuy.
- Dinner and lodging in El Cocuy.
Day 4
- Breakfast in El Cocuy.
- Departure by car from the town of El Cocuy toward the park entrance and beginning of the trail (1 hour and 30 minutes).
RITACUBA ROUTE:
From the Kanwara cabin area, the ascent begins along the Ritacuba trail, passing through Playitas and crossing landscapes typical of the páramo and high mountain, with frailejones and other plants adapted to altitude. It is possible to observe wildlife such as condors and other animals adapted to these heights. The hike continues until reaching the glacier edge of the Ritacuba Blanco peak at 5,000 meters above sea level, the highest mountain of the Eastern Range, and then the return begins. A total of 17 kilometers, 8 to 10 hours of hiking. - Transportation from the Kanwara cabin to the town of El Cocuy.
- Access to Jacuzzi hydromassage (subject to usage conditions).
- Dinner and lodging in the town.
Day 5
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Breakfast in the town.
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Departure to the city of origin.
Before booking and paying online, you must confirm availability at El Cocuy National Natural Park. Please contact our advisors via the WhatsApp button to confirm your spot.