5 Hiking & Trekking in Medellín, Compared

1.hiking medellin and hidden waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $40Our pick

Half-day hike near Medellín to Las Campanas and El Salado parks, with chorro waterfalls, cloud-forest nature, and a wet-feet finale.

“Wonderful experience to cap off my time in Medellín. Sebastian & Adrian were amazing hosts and guided us safely thru the waters up to the marvelous waterfall, stopping occasionally to provide info about the flora & fauna of the area. A refreshing way to spend a morning. Definitely an experience not worth missing!”

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2.Private tour: hiking to the crystalline MELCOCHO river from MEDELLÍN

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $270

Private hike to the crystalline Melcocho River from Medellín, with 4x4 access, waterfall swims, and a certified guide. 11 hours, great value.

“This was an amazing tour! Daniel was an awesome guide. He took us to really cool spots along the Melcocho river and nearby towns. Lots of sightseeing too. The food that he and his family cooked for us was delicious. He really went above and beyond I couldn't recommend this tour enough. 11/10”

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3.Aerial Hammocks, Zip and Waterfall Trek on Medellin Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $249

Private Medellín adventure with two 700m zip lines, sky hammocks, and a guided hike to Salto del Buey waterfall, with lunch time break.

“Had a great time with Philippe. Explored Cascada Salto Del Buey and the surrounding area. If are looking for an adrenaline rush, the zip lines are 330 meters high.”

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4.Secret Waterfall Hike Tour with Snack and Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours · from $62

Half-day guided hike to a secret Medellín waterfall in Antioquia. Swim, learn plants, and snack on coffee and a cheese sandwich.

“I love the view and the information and the experience of everything and thought it was a really nice place”

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5.Nature Experience & Waterfall-Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Half-day eco hike from Medellín to La Miel 20m waterfall in cloud forest, swim in natural pools, and see Antioquia nature.

“Great experience! Nice way along a river. Saw many butterflies. Had the opportunity to swim under a waterfall!”

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