Top Things to do in Quindio Department
The 10 Best Things to do in Quindio Department, Quindio Department
Discover the best top things to do in Quindio Department, Colombia including Bosques de Cocora, Kasaguadua Natural Reserve, Valle del Cocora, Las Acacias Coffee Farm, Finca Tematica La Divisa, El Recuerdo Finca Cafetera Tradicional, Panaca, Mirador Colina Iluminada, Jardin Botanico del Quindio, Museo del Oro Quimbaya.
Restaurants in Quindio Department
1. Bosques de Cocora
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,985 reviews
Reviewed By rippermail
My husband and I did the shorter (out and back; 6km/2hrs return) hike with our two boys, aged 7 and 5. Wow - amazing views of towering wax palms and lush mountain scenery. Just like the Truffala Trees in the Dr Seuss book ‘The Lorax’! Views in the morning were magical, but the weather definitely started closing in with clouds rolling over from around 10:30/11. This was an easy hike to do with children. We took the shared Willy/Jeep from the main square in Salento at 8:30 (they leave hourly on the half hour) and returned on the 11:30 transport. I would’ve loved to have done the larger circuit, but 12km/5-6hrs was probably a bit of a stretch for a 5 year old, unfortunately! It wasn’t particularly crowded and the trail was very easy to walk on - no rain on the morning we went, and regular sports shoes were fine as there really wasn’t a lot of mud at all. Perhaps we got lucky, as it does get quite wet at this time of year!
2. Kasaguadua Natural Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 332 reviews
Kasaguadua combines conservation of a creek with tropical rain forest and 4Km of trails within mountainous landscape for an unforgettable touristic experience. Check the location map (directions on aerial photography) in the Pictures Gallery. IMPORTANT: the tour starts at 10am from our gate. It lasts a bit less than 2 hours and the fee, to be paid at the entrance, is 30 thousand colombian pesos or 10 dollars. Being close to coffee farms, after the tour you can do any of the coffee tours. We can provide with information.
Reviewed By joritnuehs - West Melton, New Zealand
Saw the good reviews here and we can only confirm that it was excellent. We learned a lot about the area and the cloud forest, and even saw a white armadillo. A good hike up and down the mountain and the kids loved to learn about the eco system and the differences to other places. Carlos is an excellent guide and very passionate about their project.
3. Valle del Cocora
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 619 reviews
Reviewed By davidwm55 - West Vancouver, Canada
Pictures can’t do this unique valley justice. You have to experience it. We did the 12 km loop counter clockwise (steep part first) and were treated to a cool river trail that crosses the river several times over wooden suspension bridges (one person at a time please ????) then a pretty good climb but very doable. Then once at the top you begin to enjoy the easy path down with many photo opportunities. Think Jurassic park and Dr Suess... Highly recommended!
4. Las Acacias Coffee Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 155 reviews
Las Acacias Coffe Farm is a great place to know all around the coffee culture and the life of a traditional family. the landscape is fantastic, is full of nature and you can enjoy a cup of the best coffee. In this place have a orchad, animals, flowers and aromatic plants. the best experience, the best place to a great coffee tour
Reviewed By V1375BBjulieh - Miramar Beach, United States
Wonderful authentic coffee finca tour in a small family owned farm. Jonathan gave a great informative tour in Spanish and English. Our kids loved the experience of picking their own berries. Grounds were gorgeous and we’d recommend to anyone who interested in a personalized experience. Coffee before and after the tour was fantastic as well!
5. Finca Tematica La Divisa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 64 reviews
Finca La Divisa is an organic coffee and agricultural farm in the remote Quindio highlands, offering a unique and original experience of authentic coffee farming processes in a beautiful natural surrounding. The friendly owners focus on environmental sustainability and protecting the ecosystem. Enjoy exotic birds, flowers and Andean forests over a freshly brewed cup of organic Colombian coffee.
Reviewed By KarolienB37
Amazing place, Javier is so passionate about nature. He converted the farm into a very small scale coffee farm, with focus on biodiversity. The tour takes you to a humid tropical piece of forest, which he protects from the big, rather industrial farms around. Just an unforgettable encounter, go there and learn and enjoy! And yes, the food at his colleague’s goatfarm is superb (also for vegetarians!).
6. El Recuerdo Finca Cafetera Tradicional
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
You will find a traditional coffee farm that offers a touristic tour, having a contact with nature and all its biodiversity. Showing the traditional peasant house, green places of the regio n, the coffee process, from its natural and productive space. Enjoy tour kindness, our variety of weather and a good cup of coffee in differents preparations.
Reviewed By TurtleTravellerUk - Shipley, United Kingdom
I went to the farm alone (no advance booking) on one of the willy jeeps and was the only person to take the tour. It was a wonderful experience, Don Carlos explains about the architecture of the farm, the origins of coffee, the history of coffee in Colombia, medicinal plants on the farm, polyculture and monoculture, crop care, harvesting and processing. You take a tour of the farm and plantations and finish with a cup of coffee. This is so much more than a coffee tour. I throughly enjoyed it and it was a pleasure to meet Don Carlos who spends a great deal of time explaining everything in detail. Fantastic trip, don’t miss it!
7. Panaca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 776 reviews
PANACA, The National Park of the farming culture, is an agricultural theme park full of fun and interaction with the outdoor, where you can find 5 spectacular shows, 10 thematic stations and more than 4500 animals that formed the world's largest collection of domestic zoology with which you can interact and live days full of nature and emotion. PANACA is an interactive bridge between town and countryside, where through interactivity, learning and fun with purpose we make clear to visitors that there is no city without countryside.
Reviewed By Nanitako1
It is a huge place where nature takes place everywhere. You can interact fully with the farm animals, there are presentations almost every hour of the animals you want to know more about, rides in different attractions and a lot of different activities for every person at different ages. Great for family vacation.
8. Mirador Colina Iluminada
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 355 reviews
Reviewed By gustavo_1798
An incredible place, it has a spectacular view from where we can see different departments and cities, Illuminated Hill is a must see if you visit Finland, it is a place to have a good time with a good view.
9. Jardin Botanico del Quindio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 365 reviews
Reviewed By 467nicolem - Montreal, Canada
We went midweek and had a very intimate tour group, this place isn’t like most North American botanical gardens where you wander at your own will, instead you go with a guide who is very knowledgeable. We saw some funny little rodents, squirrels, many colourful birds, and gorgeous Colombian flora. The butterfly exhibit was definitely the highlight, not only because of the butterflies but also the turtles which we were able to get up close and personal with!
10. Museo del Oro Quimbaya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 231 reviews
Reviewed By jsean427 - Quebec City, Canada
I recommend the visit especially if you didn't get the chance to see the larger museum of gold in Bogota. Museum is quite similar but just in smaller amounts. Very interesting history and beautiful pieces. Entry is free.
