The 13 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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5.Aerial Hammocks, Zip and Waterfall Trek on Medellin Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $249

Leave Medellín at 8:30 am for Los Saltos Ecoparque and the Salto de Buey Natural Reserve. You’ll take two long zip-line flights, hike to a powerful waterfall, eat lunch if arranged in advance, and finish in the Hammocks in Heaven. The day runs about 9 to 10 hours, with private transport and a guide.

“An absolute must do for the adventurous! Felipe was a fantastic guide, lots of energy and knowledge. We began with a stop at a beautiful waterfall along the way to the main attraction. Once we got to the Los Saltos Ecopark, we hiked down to a long zip line across a canyon with epic views. After than we hiked down to the base of an intense, impressive waterfall. So beautiful! After a lunch among the trees at a small cafe, I got to relax in a hammock…. On the zip line 400m in the air!”

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6.Epic Zipline and Giant Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 8 hours · from $173

Travel 1.5 hours from Medellín to La Ceja for two 700-meter zipline flights, mountain views, and a hike to the base of a 100-meter waterfall. Your private group has bilingual guide support, transport, and medical insurance. Bring sturdy closed-toe shoes, a change of clothes, and enough fitness for steep trails.

“Some of the most fun I’ve ever had before in my life.”

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7.Guatape Coffee Villa including Rock Town & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 9 hours · from $229

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Medellín to a mountain coffee villa, a secluded waterfall, El Peñol Rock, and Guatapé. Your English or Spanish-speaking guide leads the coffee class and town visit. Guides such as John, Ana, Carlos, and David have helped make this an easygoing, personal day.

“Ana was the BEST guide! This was by far my favorite day of our entire trip. The coffee tour was such a highlight. Only thing is that the waterfall is freezing and not big enough to actually swim in, so don't wear your swimsuit.”

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8.Secret Waterfall Hike Tour with Snack and Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours · from $62

Leave Poblado by van with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, then walk about 1.5 hours through forest and streambeds to a waterfall near Medellín. Guides such as Sebastian, Adrian, and Alejo explain local nature along the way. Bring shoes with strong grip, swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes.

“Sebastian and Adrian were exceptional from the very beginning, demonstrating remarkable knowledge and providing invaluable information throughout the entire tour. I highly recommend this experience as a must-do.”

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9.Nature Experience & Waterfall-Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Leave Medellín by private van for La Miel Nature Reserve, where a bilingual local guide leads you along a river through Andean cloud forest to a 20-meter waterfall. Expect a 90-minute hike with several river crossings, slippery rocks, and time to swim in natural pools. Bring dry clothes and sturdy shoes.

“Great experience! Nice way along a river. Saw many butterflies. Had the opportunity to swim under a waterfall!”

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10.Private Paragliding Tour Over Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 5 hours · from $157

Leave Medellin for Cocorna on a private five-hour paragliding trip with hotel pickup, bilingual support, and a professional pilot. Your flight lasts 10 to 15 minutes as standard, and can reach 25 minutes in ideal conditions. Look down on canyons and waterfalls, then stop for optional lunch with a 360-degree Antioquia mountain view.

“overall experience was amazing! highly recommend doing this activity. breath taking views! Fabian was awesome! he was punctual with pick up time and was very personable. we spoke so much and got to know one another. if you ride with Fabian make sure to ask for his cool magic tricks !”

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11.Natural Reserve: Highest Zipline, Climbing & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 day · from $177

Leave Medellín by private vehicle for Salto del Buey Nature Reserve, where you can ride Colombia’s highest zipline, hike to a 100-meter waterfall, and climb a 120-meter rock face by via ferrata. English or Spanish guides such as Luisa and Felipe lead private groups. Lunch arrangements should be confirmed before booking.

“I’m really glad I decided to take part in this activity. Luisa was an amazing guide - she shared a lot about Colombia and supported me during my first via ferrata climb. The views were stunning, and the lunch was absolutely delicious.”

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12.Highest Zipline of Colombia Over Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $160

Travel by private vehicle from Medellín to La Ceja and Abejorral with a bilingual Spanish-English guide. Visit a traditional Antioquian town, then ride Colombia’s highest and longest zipline, 1,000 feet above the ground and 2,200 feet across the mountain. A strenuous trek reaches the base of Ox Jump waterfall.

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13.waterfalls and naturals poolls tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 3 reviews · from $80

Leave Medellín with guide Juan Camilo Muñoz in a white SUV for a four-hour private outing to Barbosa. You’ll get a short urban tour, a stop for coffee or shopping, then time at rivers, waterfalls, and natural pools. Transport, snacks, a drink, and pickup are included, but confirm your exact meeting point before booking.

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