Most rewarding and picturesque hike - We arrived at the meeting place and drove for about 45 minutes to a restaurant. The tour guide Andrea told us about out the breakfast options and the itinerary for the day. We arrived at the restaurant and ordered the costilla de res soup with a tinto “coffee”. Our group was small (4) and as we ate we began to get to know one another. Once the meal was completed we all got back in the van and drove another hour to our destination. At the drop off point our guide Andrea notified us that the van could no longer travel further in and we’d commence our climb from that point. By then it had started raining and it was cold. We were glad we had waterproof jackets and tennis. We started the climb to meet up with the National Park guide (his home). There we were able to use the restroom and fix our backpacks ect. Once we were all ready we began the climb. It continued to rain making the road muddy and slippery (not an easy climb). Our tour guide notified us that it takes no more than two hours to get to the top (this was meant for avid hikers). She was extremely patient with us as we climbed and offered words of encouragement throughout the climb. The wind made it that much harder to climb combined with rain it was no easy task but we made it to the top. This has been the most challenging climb in my life and I can honestly say it’s not for the weak of mind or heart. The altitude in itself is already difficult to overcome. I’m glad to say we climbed it and made it to the top. We did take our time and stopped along the way to catch our breath. Guide Andrea was extremely helpful all the way up and down.

Great hike with views - Great tour. My guide, Juan was very knowledgeable and kept cheerful company while hiking the trail into Paramo view points. After I was picked up in the designated spot, we stopped for traditional breakfast (included) before starting the hike. On the way back from the hike, we stopped at a farmer’s house and had yummy arepa and a hot panela drink. Overall, the tour was amazing and it is a must do day trip if you are visiting Bogota.

- Great tour. My guide, Juan was very knowledgeable and kept cheerful company while hiking the trail into Paramo view points. After I was picked up in the designated spot, we stopped for traditional breakfast (included) before starting the hike. On the way back from the hike, we stopped at a farmer’s house and had yummy arepa and a hot panela drink. Overall, the tour was amazing and it is a must do day trip if you are visiting Bogota.

Very wonderful trip to sumapaz - Very interesting trip and learn a lot about the paramo ecosystem. Our whole trip guide Lorena is very nice and helpful. I also had a good time with farmer guide Nevado and had a breakfast in his house and he accompanied us to the mountain top.

Wandering a mysterious place over 3500m with unique fauna, haunted history and an awesome guide. What else do you need? - An excellent opportunity to discover a place which looks almost otherworldly to anyone, who is not familiar with it. It takes about an hour to reach the edge of the Sumapaz highlands from Bogotá by the provided private transfer. Once the car drops your group on a secluded dirt road, you immediately begin your ascent towards the Páramo highlands. As you gain elevation, the fauna is changing around you step by step. High above, only certain unique plants are able to thrive and survive - they dominate the mysterious landscape, which is very cold and humid all year round, and often engulfed by thick clouds. Sumapaz itself is a protected area, not only because of its unique natural treasures, but due to the fact that this place collects the primary water supply for the city of Bogotá.

This is a fascinating... - This is a fascinating place. High altitude, cool air, on-and-off rain mean that you need to bring something warm, but it is 100% worth it.

Sumapaz - hidden oasis in the clouds - Out of all the tours we did, this one was hands down our favorite. Visiting Sumapaz truly felt like stepping onto another planet. Our guide, Gabi, was amazing. She’s so kind, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. You could tell how much she loved this place, and her enthusiasm was contagious. The hike itself was stunning—challenging at times, but totally manageable if you go at your own pace. When we reached the top, I remember thinking, this feels like an oasis. The landscape was filled with vibrant colors and all kinds of unique plants I’d never seen before. It was such a special and unforgettable experience. I already can’t wait to go back. I would recommend bringing either rain boots and waterproof hiking boots.

More Fun than I Have Space to Write About It: 4 Colombian cities and surroundings - I put together my own 4 week trip to Colombia and Peru using Viator to knit together local tours: Villavicencio, Bogota, Cartagena, and Medellin in Colombia. Cusco and Machu Picchu in Peru. Although I was solo, I was always with a group or in a guided solo tour. The selections offered by Viator were terrific. I booked my own air travel and hotels. Often the tours picked me up at the hotel or I took an Uber or taxi to the meetup point. Here are the key tour destinations, all of which I highly recommend: Villavicencio - Los Ocarios Bioparque. Rescue sancuary of area wildlife. I only went to Villavicencio because I was visiting friends. It would not otherwise be on my itinerary. Bogota - Montserrat above the city via gondola, Guatavita, Salt Cathedral, the Gold Museum. These were excellent tours. The Gold Museum was through the museum tour guide staff who spoke English. Wonderful museum. I was truly impressed. Cartagena - 5 island all day (14 hours) boat tour, Walled City & San Felipe Castle (the fortress), walking tour of Getsemani and old town. Cartagena is extremely hot and humid. I had a wonderful time, but if I return to Colombia, I would not include Cartagena on my next trip due to heat and humidity. Medellin - private tour of the Pablo Escobar history, group tour to Piedra de Peñol and Guatape village and lake boat tour, lots of little places along the way. Medellin is by far my favorite city so far. The climate at 4,000 ft elevation is very comfortable. My choice to go to Piedra de Penal and Guatape was because of a friend's recommendation. I highly recommend it. Lima overnight. Then to Cusco. Cusco: private tour of 4 local ruins (half day tour) and the llama rescue, small group tour excursion by van to Ollataytambo to tour ruins and to board the vista dome train to Aguas Calientes, launching place for tour of Machu Picchu. This two day tour from Cusco to Ollataytambo and Machu Picchu was more spectacular than expected.

Total connection to nature - The tour was tough, but the views were 100% worth it. John very good guide. And also a hearty breakfast and delicious snacks 👌🏻

A special opportunity to see a beautiful, unique ecosystem - A really special opportunity to see a beautiful, unique ecosystem. Jacky was an excellent guide and I learned a lot!