Guatapé Tour from Medellín
Full-day trip: visit El Peñol Rock, take a boat ride on the reservoir, stroll the colorful zócalo streets of Guatapé and meet the llamas at Alto del Chocho.
Book the tour!Daily departures from Medellín
Language: English and Spanish, at no extra cost
COP129,000per person
Hotel pickupIn El Poblado, Laureles, El Centro, Belén and Guayabal.
No deposit requiredPay when we pick you up on the day of the tour.
The Guatapé tour at a glance
The Guatapé tour from Medellín is a full-day trip of about 11 hours (pickup between 6:50 and 8:00 am, return around 6:30 pm) that costs COP 129,000 per person. It includes transportation, breakfast, lunch, a boat ride on the reservoir, a visit to El Peñol Rock and the town of Guatapé, and a guide in English or Spanish. It is run by Viajes Maxitours, a tour operator based in Medellín, with departures every day.
- Price
- COP 129,000 per person
- Duration
- Full day, about 11 hours
- Departures
- Every day from Medellín
- Languages
- English and Spanish
- Payment
- On the day of the tour, no deposit
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
Information updated in October 2026.
See what the Guatapé tour is like
A full day between the reservoir, El Peñol Rock and the colorful streets of Guatapé.
What does the Guatapé tour include?
Everything you need for a worry-free day: transportation, meals and visits.
- Transportation in licensed tourist vehicles
- Breakfast and lunch
- Meet the famous llamas at Alto del Chocho
- Heritage visit to the Replica of Old Peñol
- Boat ride on the Guatapé reservoir
- Visit to El Peñol RockClimbing is not included (COP 35,000 per person, paid at the ticket office). Time to climb is built into the tour.
- Cultural walk around GuatapéCalle de los Recuerdos · Plazoleta de los Zócalos · Malecón · Main Square · Church
- Professional guide throughout the day
- Medical assistance card for the entire experience
Not included
- Climbing El Peñol Rock
- Expenses not listed in the plan
Guatapé tour itinerary
Here is how your day goes.
Departure from Medellín
The exact time depends on your pickup point.Antioquian breakfast
Scrambled eggs, corn arepa, fresh cheese and bread.Replica of Old Peñol
Boat ride on the Guatapé reservoir
El Peñol Rock
Climbing is not included, but you will have 1 hour and 20 minutes to do it if you wish. It costs COP 35,000 per person, paid in cash at the ticket office.
Town of Guatapé
You will see:Main Square · Calle de los Recuerdos · Plazoleta de los Zócalos · Malecón · ChurchLunch
Beans, rice, salad, fried sweet plantain and your choice of protein: chicken, beef, pork or chicharrón.If you don't eat meat, you can swap it for sweet plantain, salad or avocado, subject to availability.
República Alto del Chocho
Enter the farm and feed the llamas.Return to Medellín
Arrival in Medellín
Meeting points in Medellín
Choose the one closest to where you are staying.
| Meeting point | Pickup | Arrival in Medellín |
|---|---|---|
| Poblado Metro Station | 6:50 am | 6:30 pm |
| Parque El Poblado | 7:00 am | 6:30 pm |
| Floresta Metro Station | 7:20 am | 6:30 pm |
| Estadio Metro Station | 7:40 am | 6:30 pm |
| Downtown – Hotel 47 Medellin Street | 7:40 am | 6:30 pm |
| North Bus Terminal | 7:50 am | 6:30 pm |
| Bomba de Zamora | 8:00 am | 6:30 pm |
If you are staying in El Poblado, Laureles, El Centro, Belén or Guayabal, send us your hotel name and we will pick you up there. Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes early.
Guatapé tour FAQ
Answers to your questions before you book.
How much does the Guatapé tour cost?
COP 129,000 per person (Colombian pesos), including transportation, breakfast, lunch, boat ride and guide. Children aged 4 to 7 pay COP 119,000 and children aged 0 to 3 pay COP 10,000. Climbing El Peñol Rock (COP 35,000) is paid separately at the ticket office.
How long is the tour?
It is a full-day tour of about 11 hours. Pickup is between 6:50 and 8:00 am, depending on the meeting point, and you arrive back in Medellín around 6:30 pm.
Which days does the tour run?
The tour runs every day.
What languages is the tour available in?
Spanish and English, with a bilingual guide. The English tour has no extra cost, but please request it when you book.
Do I have to pay in advance?
No. You book with no deposit and pay when we pick you up on the day of the tour.
How do I book and what information do you need?
Message us on WhatsApp at +57 311 744 7988 with these details for each traveler:
- Full name and ID or passport number
- Hotel or chosen meeting point
- WhatsApp phone number, including country code
- Preferred date and tour language
- Children: name, ID and age
We will confirm your booking and the exact pickup time.
How far in advance should I book?
You can book up to 24 hours before, but we recommend booking earlier because spots sell out quickly.
How much do children pay?
- Ages 0 to 3: COP 10,000 (travel insurance). They sit on an adult's lap and their expenses are covered by the adults.
- Ages 4 to 7: COP 119,000, everything included.
- Ages 8 and up: COP 129,000, full price.
What payment methods do you accept?
- Cash in Colombian pesos or US dollars.
- Credit or debit card, with a 5% surcharge (COP 135,450 per person).
- Bank transfer to a Bancolombia account, only from Bancolombia accounts. We do not accept Nequi, Daviplata or Transfiya.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour. If you cancel later or do not show up, 50% of the price is charged. If we have to cancel, we reschedule or cancel with no penalty.
Who can take the tour?
Adults, children and seniors. It may be less comfortable for people with reduced mobility because of cobblestone streets and walking.
What should I bring?
- Comfortable clothes: jeans, T-shirt and sneakers.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- A jacket and umbrella, as the weather can change.
- A photo of your passport (the physical passport is not needed).
- Cash in Colombian pesos for personal expenses and the climb up the rock.
- A phone with active WhatsApp to stay in touch with the guide.
Important recommendations
- Avoid bringing jewelry or valuables that could get lost.
- Travelers under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed.
- Respect the places we visit and do not remove any heritage items.
- Follow the guide's instructions on timing, bus identification and meeting points.
- Some shops charge about 5% for card payments.
Are pets allowed?
No. Company policy does not allow pets on the tour.
What travelers say
Thousands of travelers have taken the Guatapé tour with Viajes Maxitours.
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