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CHINGAZA NATIONAL PARK 2D1N
Chingaza National Park is located less than 60 Kms away from the financial center of Bogota. It provides nearly 80% of the drinkable water of Bogotá and sorrounding towns, being the main source of water for more than 10 million people. In this 2-days tour you will get to know the Paramo ecosystem, but also […]
Chingaza National Park is located less than 60 Kms away from the financial center of Bogota. It provides nearly 80% of the drinkable water of Bogotá and sorrounding towns, being the main source of water for more than 10 million people. In this 2-days tour you will get to know the Paramo ecosystem, but also will get deeper in this National Park, in order to see the Chingaza Lagoon and have more chances to see the amazing fauna such as the White-tailed deer, its endemic birds and with some luck the Andear bear.
ItineraryDay by day
PARAMO ECOSYSTEM
On this day, we will take you early in the morning in a 1.5-hours transfer to Chingaza National Park. Once there we will explore the spectacular landscapes of Chingaza and its lagoons, looking for the spectacled bear by car. We can optionally do some hikes up to 10 kms by some trails of the Paramo ecosystem learning about the endemic plants, and animals of the protected area. At the end of the day, we will get back to the cabin to have dinner and rest.
CHINGAZA LAGOON
On this day, we can optionally wake up early to observe birds. After breakfast, we will get deeper by car inside the national park passing by hidden spectacular landscapes of the Colombian Andes until we get to the Chingaza Lagoon. We can do some hikes in different spots, where with some luck we might see the Andean bear among other endemic species of fauna and flora. Later on, we will get back to the cabins to have lunch before being taken back to Bogota.
Cost infoPrice and trip details
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Included services
Included
ACCOMMODATION Cabin inside Chingaza National Park which is basic enough for a comfortable and with a limited capacity.
ROOMS Cabin inside Chingaza National Park: Standard double, triple or multiple rooms according to availability.
ACTIVITIES All the activities mentioned in the plan, all in private tours of maximum 10 people per guide.
MEALS 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner.
TRANSFERS All land transfers in shared vehicles.
GUIDANCE Spanish speaking guides throughout the trip for all activities.
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE CARD The tour includes a travel assistance card for all the days that covers possible accidents, medical attention, and emergency transportations for a quick response in case of being necessary according to the evacuation time during the activities and level of medical attention at the destination.
Not included
National and international flights.
National Park entrance fees These values may vary according to national park indications:
People of 25 years or less: $27.500 COP (7 USD approx.).
Colombians or national residents elder than 25 years: $47.500 COP (13 USD approx.).
Foreigners: $97.000 COP (26 USD approx.).
Activities, additional drinks or elements not described in the plan.
Tips, snacks and souvenirs.
Personal items not described in the itinerary.
English or other languages speaking guides/translators
What to take?Travel prepared
- Hat and/or other protection for the head and neck.
- Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the reflection of the sun.
- Appropriate clothing for activities and the treks under cold temperatures and take clothes for change in case of getting wet during the activities.
- Comfortable pants and avoid wearing jeans
- Waterproof, preferably quick-drying clothing or a rain poncho.
- Appropriate footwear for the hikes, trekking boots are advisable and at least one pair of sneakers for change. Footwear can get wet during the hikes.
- Trekking poles might be useful.
- Sunscreen.
- Protection for electronic devices since they may be susceptible to damages due to humidity and/or rain.
- Non-disposable rigid container to refill water (canteen or thermos).
- Hands-free backpack, please avoid wheeled suitcases as much as possible.
- Day-packs for carrying personal stuff, hydration, snacks and other elements during the hikes.
- Personal documents and count with your own medical insurance.
- Personal medicines and first aid kit.
RecommendationsGood to know
Travel with a flexible mindset and leave room for the unexpected. The most memorable moments often come from moving at the rhythm of the place and its people.
FAQAnswers before you go
- Flights from & to Bogota or any other Colombian city. The price would depend of the dates and the anticipation the flights are booked. - English or other languages speaking guides/translators, according to availability of guides for the desired date, in this case it is advisable to book in advance. - Private single rooms for just one person (price under request). - Glamping accommodation, with just one glamping tent possible. - Specialized guides for special itineraries.
THE JOURNEY, IN CONTEXT
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See where this experience unfolds and how its landscapes connect.