Medellin: Guatapé Tour, Lunch, Cruise, & Piedra del Peñol

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Medellin: Guatapé Tour, Lunch, Cruise, & Piedra del Peñol
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Top rated
4.7622094 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.7622094 out of 5 stars
1720 reviews

Enjoy a guided tour of the colorful town of Guatapé, take in the vistas from La Piedra del Peñol, and eat lunch in Guatape´s best local restaurant. Take a boat cruise on the Guatapé Reservoir.

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Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Delia – United States

I loved the trip! guatapé is a lovely town. El piedra has quite a view from the top.

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Randy – United States

Excellent experience. Several fun stops, and time to explore on our own. Patricia our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend.

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Itinerary

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    2 starting location options:

    Parque de El Poblado, Estadio station

  • Bus/coach

    (75 minutes)

  • Local restaurant

    Breakfast (40 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (45 minutes)

    The Rock of Guatape

    Visit (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • GuatapéBus/coach

    (20 minutes)

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    Guatapé

    Lunch (40 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Guatapé

    Boat cruise (45 minutes)

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    Guatapé

    Guided tour (30 minutes)

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    Guatapé

    Free time (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Parque de El Poblado, Estadio station

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore the historic center of the charming town of Guatapé
  • Climb the 742 steps to the top ot the Piedra del Peñol
  • Eat a traditional Antioquian lunch along the boardwalk in Guatapé

Full description

Discover Guatapé on a day trip from Medellín.
Climb the 742 steps to the top of Piedra del Peñol and admire the beautiful scenic views from there. Discover the Zócalo area with a guided tour. Enjoy a boat ride across the Peñol-Guatapé hydroelectric dam.
Immerse yourself in the verdant landscapes and rolling hills and mountains during your trip from Medellín to Guatapé.

Explore the colorful zócalos of Guatapé with a guided tour of the village. Enjoy a typical Colombian dish prepared by the locals.

Explore Guatapé at your own pace during your free time.

Our entire team is at your disposal and is ready to assist you with great care and respect.

Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned tourism bus with reclining seats
  • Breakfast (2 options + vegetarian)
  • Tour guide
  • Visit to the stone (entrance not included)
  • Typical lunch with vegetarian options
  • Guatapè walking tour
  • Lake boat ride
  • Travel Insurance
  • Local taxes
  • Piedra del Penol entry ($6 USD/25,000 Colombian Pesos)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with epilepsy
  • People with high blood pressure

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  • Children who travel free sit on their parent’s lap on the bus and share their parent’s lunch.
  • Lunch includes vegetarian and vegan options
  • There will be a 15-minute stop on the Medellín-Guatapé highway at a store where you can buy something light to eat if you wish and use the bathroom

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 1720 reviews

Review summary

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

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Delia – United StatesMay 18, 2025 – Verified booking
I loved the trip! guatapé is a lovely town. El piedra has quite a view from the top.
R
Randy – United StatesMay 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent experience. Several fun stops, and time to explore on our own. Patricia our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend.
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Andrea – PanamaMay 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Great trip and organization. Good to have stops to use the bathroom (very much needed as a woman). We had Carlos Carmona as our guide, he's the best, very passionate and good spirit while he explains and shares facts about the history... we could appreciate the views during the tour.

Product ID: 151262

Activity provider:Tours Guatape

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