Day Trip to Guatape + La Manuela Estate

Want to visit one of the most beautiful villages in Colombia? On this day trip from Medellín, we'll go to Guatapé on a typical chiva bus. We'll also take a boat to La Manuela, a famous estate owned by the notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar.

Day Trip Details

We'll meet at the designated time at Calle 9, next to El Poblado Park, and from this point in Medellín, we'll travel east on a traditional chiva bus.

While we travel, we'll enjoy a tasting of three traditional Colombian products. Our first stop will be at the Alto del Chocho Farm to get to know animals such as alpacas, llamas, pigs, and horses.

Next, we'll reach Guatapé. Our first stop will be at Piedra del Peñol, where visitors can ascend 740 stairs for views of the Peñol-Guatapé Reservoir.

We will then explore Guatapé's historical centre, known for its colourful streets. One street is covered by umbrellas, popular for photos on social media.

After visiting the village, we will enjoy a full Paisa lunch at a restaurant on the pier. We will then board a boat across the Guatapé Reservoir to reach La Manuela estate, previously owned by Pablo Escobar.

At the estate, we'll have a guided tour of the remains. Following this, you will have about 1 hour of free time to engage in activities such as paintballing, or renting a jet ski or ATV.

We will then return by boat to Guatapé, where the chiva will be waiting to take us back to Medellín. The day trip will last approximately 10 to 11 hours.