La Virginia & El Guásimo Day Trip

On our day trip to La Virginia and El Guásimo from Manizales, we will explore a protected area in the Risaralda Department, combining sport and culture.

La Virginia & El Guásimo Day Trip

At 7 am, we pick you up from your hotel in Manizales to visit two notable locations in the Risaralda Department.

Our first stop is the El Guásimo Nature Reserve, situated between the Cauca and Risaralda rivers, aimed at protecting forest biodiversity. This reserve encompasses 1400 hectares, with 400 hectares of dry tropical forest, unique in the Andean zone.

Upon arrival, we'll embark on a 3-hour hike through the vegetation, reaching the Cauca River. We'll continue for an additional hour before breaking for a traditional local lunch that includes a main course and a drink.

Next, we will visit the municipality of La Virginia, where we will learn about the local economy based on coffee and fruit tree plantations.

Finally, we will return to Manizales, dropping you off at your hotel around 1 pm.

Tour without lunch

If you prefer to bring your own lunch, you can choose this option. Time will be allocated for you to eat on your own prior to our visit to La Virginia.