Guided tour

Bogotá: El Paraíso Favela Tour with Cable Car

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118 reviews

Activity provider: Colombia Tours Experience
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    Bogotá: El Paraíso Favela Tour with Cable Car

    Activity provider: Colombia Tours Experience
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    From US$ 42.49 per person

    Get off the tourist track and go on a walking tour of Bogotá's El Paraíso favela. See the district's colorful houses from above as you ride up the cable car ride and learn the stories behind area's inspiring street art.

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    Duration 3.5 hours
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    Live tour guide
    Spanish, English
    Pickup optional
    Pickup and drop-off available from any neighborhoods other than La Candelaria
    Wheelchair accessible
    Small group available

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Experience another side of Bogatá on a guided tour of the El Paraíso favela
    • Discover the most innovative transportation system in Bogotá
    • See inspiring graffiti street art and meet with local leaders
    • Learn about the history and contemporary changes of the El Paraíso favela
    Full description

    Go on a guided walking tour through Bogatá’s El Paraíso favela district. Hop on a cable car, meet with community leaders, learn about the local life, and see technicolor graffiti-filled walls. 

    Start your journey with either hotel pickup, or a bus transfer, accompanied by your guide. Arrive at the cable car station and begin your ride up the hill to El Paraiso.

    Takin in the panoramic views as your soar over the city. Gaze down at the colorful houses, and get a bird's eye view of the harsh living realities faced by the residents. 

    After your ascent, head off on a walking tour with your local guide to get a feel for the neighborhood. Wander the bustling avenues, spotting street art among the neon-painted houses and narrow boulevards.

    Meet local community leaders in charge of the New Life Foundation, learning about the positive changes that are being put into place to help revitalize this vibrant, yet underserved district. Continue to the best spot for panoramic views over the entire city, then try a traditional Colombian snack to get a feel for local culinary culture. Afterwards, head back down on the cable car, having seen a glimpse into one of Bogotá's most notorious favelas.

    Includes
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
    • Transmilenio bus tickets (if option selected)
    • Cable car tickets
    • Snack and refreshments
    • Gratuities
    Not suitable for
    • People with mobility impairments
    Covid-19 precautions
    Safety measures in place
    • You must keep social distance while in vehicles
    • The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
    Traveler requirements
    • You are required to bring and wear a mask

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    What to bring

    • Sunglasses
    • Camera
    • Sunscreen

    Know before you go

    • Note that this tour visits one Bogotá's most dangerous districts. Avoid bringing valuables with you and do not display personal belongings while on the tour. Be aware of your surroundings and watch out for pickpocketing
    •  The walk is not very demanding, but El Paraíso's altitude is 10,100 feet (1,600 feet higher than Bogotá), so it is recommended that you drink plenty of water
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.9 /5

    based on 118 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.9/5
    • Transportation
      4.8/5
    • Value for money
      4.7/5

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    This is one of those eye opening tours I've ever done while traveling. I got to see a different side of Bogotá or the entirety of Bogotá. Juan was so knowledgeable and knew the story behind most of the graffiti in Bolivar. The experience is so raw and the other traveler cancelled so I got my own private tour. A++!

    June 26, 2022

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    Ryna – Canada Verified booking

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    This one is an absolute and honest 5-star rating. I would highly recommend to attend this tour of you're curious about the upcoming areas in a city like Bogotá. Already the preparation was good, Juan, the main guide, sent a message on Whatsapp to announce the pickup time and location, which was dead center Bogotá. We met with the group, for which I was a little hesitant, since I'm not really fond of group activities. I was proven wrong this time, the group was a perfect size of 9 in total. We were driven to Portal Tunal where we changed to the cable car. At the highest station we met Camilo, a local very nice guy who gave the tour in Spanish and Juan translated. Perfect combination. The group was also interested, mainly due to both guides as well. We ate some local specialities, which is great in Colombia. We felt very welcome, it wasn't a zoo-experience at all. Totally casual all the way and safe all the time. Please go there, you won't regret!

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    May 31, 2022

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    GetYourGuide traveler – Netherlands Verified booking

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    Francisco is an awesome tour guide. He is very knowledgeable about the history of the area, and Colombia in general. I really enjoyed being amongst the people in the neighborhood as well. There is so much positivity and good people there that are trying to continue making a positive impact. I definitely recommend this tour.

    May 30, 2022

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    Christopher – United States Verified booking

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