The 4 Best Nature Hikes in Medellín

1.Half Day Waterfall Tour from Medellin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $49Our pick

Escape Medellín’s El Poblado for Chorro de las Campanas, a mountain waterfall reached by about 2.5 hours of hiking through mud, water, and forest. Alejandro, Sebastian, or another guide leads the group, with transport to Envigado, coffee, a sandwich, fees, and a waterfall swim included. Rubber boots cost extra.

“Great trek, not too long but challenging and a fantastic nature immersion. The guides were very helpful navigating the terrain and I felt very safe and well taken care of. The group had lots of fun people.”

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2.Fun RAFTING + Awesome PARAGLIDING over giant waterfalls from MEDELLIN

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $369

Leave Medellín at 9:30 am for Cocorná, where you’ll paraglide for up to 25 minutes above waterfalls and canyons, then tackle 2.5 hours of Class IV rafting. Guides such as Diego, Fabian, Julian, Stephen, and Christian provide transport, instruction, safety gear, and bilingual support. Minimum age is 16, and the flight limit is 286 pounds.

“The rafting was really fun, some really rapid parts and some relaxing parts to appreciate the great nature!”

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3.Barbosa ATV Guided Tour with Waterfalls and Pools.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 49 reviews · 8 hours · from $150

Spend eight hours with guides such as Camilo and Juan Camilo, riding well-kept ATVs from Medellin into Barbosa. You will tackle road and dirt trails, visit coffee and avocado farms, stop at waterfalls and natural pools, and learn about local life. Transport, drinks, and snacks are included, with English and Spanish support.

“Camino was a great tour guide. He speaks both Spanish and English and takes time to explain every aspect of the tour. he is passionate and loves showing people his home town and culture. the tour itself is a great experience if you like hiking and ATM'S. The waterfall was beautiful and refreshing and you have heaps of time to enjoy yourself. The dont rush you and accustom to all your needs. Great experience and would do it again. Highly recommend!!”

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4.Dream Hammocks, Zipline, & Waterfall Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 9 hours · from $205

Escape Medellín for a private 9-hour adventure near La Ceja. You’ll ride Colombia’s 1,400-meter zipline, rest in hammocks 150 meters above the ground, and hike to the base of 100-meter El Salto del Buey. Guides including Fabian and Diego lead the day in English or Spanish. Lunch is not included.

“It was one of the best experiences I have been on, incredible guide and the best place to visit, thank you”

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