Páramo de Sumapaz Trip

The Páramo de Sumapaz is known as the largest páramo ecosystem in the world. This tour offers a day trip from Bogotá to explore this unique moorland.

Description

The adventure begins at the Cranky Croc Hostel, where we depart from Bogotá. Before reaching the Páramo de Sumapaz, a stop will be made for a traditional breakfast.

Upon arrival, participants will experience the vastness of the moor, located at an altitude of over 3500 meters (11,500 feet). This ecosystem covers nearly half a million acres and is home to a variety of flora and fauna. Look out for Andean bears, deer, eagles, and condors. The excursion includes a hiking adventure to explore the stunning landscapes.

In addition to its natural beauty, Sumapaz has rich indigenous traditions that predate Spanish colonization. The tour will reveal ancient rites and rituals of the region.

Participants will visit two viewpoints with panoramic views of the Frailejones Valley and the glacial lagoons. After the hike, there will be a stop at a farmhouse for fruit snacks. The trip concludes with a return to Bogotá, approximately eight hours after the initial pickup.