Nevado del Tolima Private 4-day Hiking Route

Are you looking for adventure plans in Ibagué? Join us on a 4-day private hiking route to the Nevado del Tolima through Los Nevados National Park.

Nevado del Tolima Private 4-day Hiking Route

Day 1: Ibagué - Finca Vancouver

We will meet at Carrera 4d in Ibagué at 4 am to take a 4x4 to start the trekking route. After a three and a half hour drive, we will reach La Punta, where we will have breakfast before embarking on a 10-kilometre (6.2 miles) hike through the Amberes valley, stopping for a hamburger lunch. We will arrive at Finca Vancouver for rest.

Day 2: Finca Vancouver - Arenales

After breakfast, we will begin a 13-kilometre (8 miles) hike with a 790 metre (2591 feet) ascent. The trail includes moorlands, sandy areas, and opportunities to observe endemic species. After a lunch break with beef stew, we will reach Arenales campsite for the night, enjoying panoramic views at 4400 metres (14435 feet).

Day 3: Arenales - Cañon Hot Springs

We will start early and hike 12 kilometres (7.4 miles) to the summit of the Nevado del Tolima, reaching over 5200 metres (17060 feet) after about ten hours. From the summit, views include the Nevado de Ruiz, Nevado del Cisne, and surroundings. We will conclude at the Cañón Hot Springs for a hot bath and rest.

Day 4: Cañón Hot Springs - Ibagué

On the final day, we will hike 18 kilometres (11 miles) back to La Punta, visiting El Salto waterfall in Palomar before lunch with beef stew. We will return to Ibagué by 7 pm.

Accommodation

The tour includes 2 nights accommodation in tents and 1 night in a rural inn.