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Trekking Salento to the summit of Paramillo del Quindío

The Paramillo del Quindío, formerly known as Nevado del Quindío, is a low-activity volcano located in the beautiful central mountain range of the Colombian Andes.

The Paramillo del Quindío, formerly known as Nevado del Quindío, is a low-activity volcano located in the beautiful central mountain range of the Colombian Andes, specifically within Los Nevados National Natural Park. Its unique landscape offers an imposing topography shaped by volcanic activity and glacial melt centuries ago. To visit this area, you will have to traverse forested, rugged, humid, and sandy terrain at altitudes above 4,000 meters above sea level.

Places to visit

  • Cocora Valley, cloud forest and mountain farms
  • Quindío Wetlands and Paramillo del Quindío
  • Romerales Páramo and Estrella de Agua

Itinerary / Daily Schedule

Day 1. 7:00 AM

We will meet in Salento at 7:00 am for breakfast, then we will travel to the Cocora Valley by vehicle, and begin our hike along the trail through the cloud forest, which will take us to the La Argentina farm. Cocora Valley – La Argentina farm (10 km – 6 hrs. approx.)

Day 2.

We’ll have breakfast very early and then head towards the moorlands to hike up to the Paramillo del Quindío peak. After spending some time at the summit, we’ll go to La Primavera farm. La Argentina farm – Paramillo del Quindío – La Primavera farm (19 km – approx. 10 hrs.)

Day 3.

We’ll have breakfast very early, pack our backpacks, and begin the descent to Salento, where a delicious lunch will be waiting to conclude our expedition. La Primavera farm – Cocora Valley (19 km – approx. 8 hrs.)

Includes

Entrance to Los Nevados National Park
Guide
Medical assistance insurance
Transportation in Salento from meeting points
2 nights accommodation in a mountain farm (shared accommodation).
Snacks
Filtered water and hydrating salts on each tour.
Food from breakfast on day 1 to lunch on day 3.
Trekking poles
Note: Optional mule transport of luggage, additional cost.

Excluded:

Costs not specified in the tour description
For foreign nationals not residing in Colombia, Los Nevados National Natural Park charges an additional entrance fee of COP $43,000, which is not included in the tour price and must be paid directly by the traveler.
Basic elements required
Recommendations
Basic elements required
Basic elements required
Recommendations
Hat and two pairs of gloves, one thermal and one waterproof.
Sunglasses with UV protection, lip balm, sunscreen, and a hat. A layered clothing system specifically designed for the summit, from head to toe:
– Base layer: breathable (quick-drying)
– Mid layer: warm (thermal or fleece)
– Outer layer: waterproof (rain jacket and pants).
A thermal base layer for sleeping.
Trekking boots or boots with good grip that will be exposed to variable weather conditions and mixed terrain, or swamp boots (it is recommended to make one size larger than normal footwear to improve comfort with an insole and double socks), sandals or lightweight shoes for rest.
A complete change of clothes, preferably quick-drying trousers and breathable sweatshirts, extra underwear and socks.
Basic toiletries, a lightweight microfiber towel, and personal medication if required.
Headlamp, backpack minimum 35/40 liters, water bottle that is not single-use plastic or camelback minimum 2 liters.
The activity is not permitted for people with heart conditions, respiratory illnesses, advanced obesity, high blood pressure, or pregnant women.
Do sports regularly and, if possible, have a minimum of experience in hiking above 3000 meters altitude or have 60 days of prior preparation.
Provide true and reliable information when filling out reservation forms and medical forms.
It is recommended to attend the meeting the day before at the agreed meeting point to clarify any doubts.
Bring all the basic items required for the activity plus personal identification, otherwise this could cause problems during the expedition.

Route information

Difficulty: High
Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights
Total Hiking Distance: 48 km
Altitude (min.-max.) (m.a.s.l.): 2,400 – 4,760 m
Type of Terrain: Forests, moorlands, glacial moraines, volcanic flows, uneven, rocky, wet, and slippery terrain
Average Temperature: 12°C to 0°C

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$1’030.000 COP /pax


*min. 3 pax per purchase

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