Colombia · EL PEÑOL ROCK
More than seven hundred steps, zig-zagged up the face, and a reservoir laid out below at the top. These 15 trips all include the ticket; what changes is the group size, the pace, and how much of Guatapé you get afterwards.
Climb Piedra del Peñol, explore colorful Guatapé, ride the reservoir by boat, and eat real Colombian meals, all from Medellín.
“Marlon and David were great! Marlon was fun and knowledgeable! This experience was very interesting!”
Medellín day trip to Guatapé and Peñol: step climb, dam boat lunch, Umbrella Street, and Antioquia tastings. Small groups, big views.
“A very good experience, and good value for the amount paid. We took longer than expected, departing about 8:45 AM and arriving back around 10 PM. Lunch was very good and well timed. We could have used more time at the piedra, but we were a bit behind schedule by then. This tour is recommended for those interested in a deeper exploration of the area around Medellín! Be prepared for lot of time on the bus.”
Guatape and El Peñol Rock day trip from Medellín with a coffee farm tour and exotic fruit tasting, plus hotel pickup and guided stops.
“Had a lovely time! Every part is fun but the coffee tour especially is so interesting and informative. We got lucky and had the tour to ourselves, but probably still very fun in a bigger group. Definitely do this if you have the time, you won’t regret it!”
Guatapé and Piedra del Peñol day trip from Medellín with breakfast, lunch, Guatapé Dam boat tour, town stops, and a climb option.
“This is a very complete and well-organized tour with a total of six stops. You truly get more than what you pay for. The tour included both breakfast and lunch, which was a great bonus. The guide managed the time very well, giving us enough time at each stop without feeling rushed. There were restrooms available at every stop, which made the experience very comfortable. Everything felt very pleasant and enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour.”
Private Guatapé and Peñol day trip from Medellín with Peñol Rock tickets, reservoir boat ride, colorful town time, and included lunch.
“Our guide Manuel was so friendly and knowledgeable. His tour company is named EPIC tours Medellin for a reason! Climbing the steps up the monolithic rock, and seeing the surrounding arid land was so impressive. The town of Guatapé was charming, and very instagrammable indeed. We had such a lovely time. This is definitely the tour you should choose.”
Private Medellín day trip to Guatapé, El Peñol Rock, El Retiro, and Tequendamita Falls. Hotel transfers, snacks, and key admissions included.
“We had an absolutely amazing experience with Juan Carlos. He picked us up early and gave a phenomenal tour. Explaining all the aspects of Colombia and its history from the beginning to the end. Juan Carlos did a great job at making sure we were early to Guatape so that we could experience the city and all it had to offer before all the tour busses came and made it to crowded to have fun. He also took us to a great lunch and to a waterfall. Definitely one of my favorite tours as we felt like Juan Carlos was a great friend teaching us about his country. Highly recommend…”
Private Medellín day trip: paragliding, El Peñol rock steps, and Guatapé town tour. Includes transfers, guide, and gear.
“On June 16th, we booked for a Guatapé/paragliding experience which was such an amazing experience. We had our tour guide Erika and we have nothing but amazing things to say. First off, she was kind, patient, and informative. One our friends were super terrified of paragliding and she did an excellent job in calming her down that she ended up enjoying the whole experience. She really gave us an experience to remember and I highly recommend Erika as your tour guide!! I would definitely recommend to anyone! She definitely made sure that you were comfortable with what you were doing.”
Private El Peñol and Guatapé day trip from Medellín with hotel pickup, 700 step climb, Guatapé town walk, and optional boat ride.
“This is a great tour- do not miss it - maybe just with a different agency! Our original appointment (for Monday 2nd) was cancelled an hour before the pick-up time. Luckily we had availability for the 4th. Despite the warning of the agency (το start at 7 or 7:30) we requested a start time at 8:30, we hit long lines of cars and a delay of 1h-1h30m (ok as we have been warned). But since the arrival everything was rushed. Only 30-45min at the village and 1 hour at the Rock (obviously we did not climb due to long waiting lines but that was ok-by the way the ticket was…”
Private 8-hour tour from Medellín to Guatapé and Peñol Rock, with exotic fruit tastings, lunch time, and Zócalos tour. Pickup.
“The tour was amazing we had so much fun despite the rain. The rock was a lot of steps but worth the view. Guatape was picturesque. The best part of the entire tour was Sara. She was amazing. Very knowledgeable and friendly. She brought us to the fruit stand and explained everything while we tasted the delicious fruits. She answered every question and gave us many recommendations for Medellin as well as other locations we were traveling. I would recommend any tour with Sara.”
Private early-start Medellín day trip to El Peñol and Guatapé, with hotel transfers, insurance, tickets, snacks, and optional 740-stairs climb.
“We had a fantastic experience on our private tour with Diego. His English was excellent, and he made the entire day smooth, fun, and stress-free (especially important since we had kids with us). He was patient, kind, and incredibly attentive to our family’s needs. Diego shared great history, took us to beautiful scenic spots, and always made sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. We felt completely safe and well taken care of throughout the trip. I highly recommend Diego for a perfect family-friendly experience in Guatapé and El Peñol.”
Private Guatapé day trip from Medellín with guided horseback riding, a climb to El Peñol, and time to explore colorful Guatapé.
“Our guide Alejandro was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. I would definitely recommend this trip!”
8-hour private day trip from Medellín to Marinilla fruit tasting, El Peñol organic coffee, Piedra del Peñol views, and Guatapé streets.
“Carlos was a good guide and very friendly, knowledgable and personable. Lauren at the coffee stop made the experience fun and informative and it was great to get hands on in the coffee making process. Climbing the rock was worth the 700 steps as some fantastic panoramic views. Carlos gave some really useful information on Medellín and some good recommendations for food etc. I would recommend this tour for anyone for a day trip from Medellin.”
Private Guatapé and Peñol Rock day trip from Medellín with free hotel pickup, big lake views, local tips, and a full, easy pace.
“My partner and I had an awesome time with our guide, Fabio. He suggested that we start the day early to avoid crowds and traffic (it was a great suggestion). Guatape is a gorgeous area! Views from the top of the rock are stellar, the surrounding terrain, lake, and village should not be missed! Fabio is a very knowledgeable, witty guide from the Medellin area. He shared tons of information about the Medellin/Guatape area with us. 😁”
Private Guatapé day trip from Medellín with fruit tasting, El Peñol 749-step climb, Zócalos walking tour, and a 16-stop boat ride.
“Great day trip from Medellin. We were picked up from our building promptly and learned so much from our driver, Andres. We tasted a bunch of exotic fruits at the market and climbed to the top of La Piedra. Did a private boat ride to learn about the former residences of Pablo Escobar. Had a traditional lunch in the town and then walked the streets and visited a few shops before heading back to Medellin.”
Private trip from Medellín to Guatapé and El Peñol plus a coffee farm. Air-conditioned car, 700-step views, and lakefront dining.
“Our guide Carlos was excellent. He was helpful in getting us to El Penol /Guatape and back to Medellin again in good time, which was much appreciated! He was friendly and knowledgeable, and took us to a great BBQ place on the way home for lunch. Highly recommend the private tour for ease in what are VERY busy tourist sites with many buses, etc- so being in your own car is much better. For that, the price is reasonable and the cost worth it.”
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