Top Things to do in Quindio Department
Top 10 Nature & Parks 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, El Palacio del Barbas, Cascadas de Cocora, Reserva La Rivera, Jardin Botanico del Quindio, Balsaje la Berraquera, Barbas Bremen Nature Reserve, Parque Los Arrieros.
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. El Palacio del Barbas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By jimbo5555555555
What an amazing experience. The most beautiful cloud forest and to top it all various opportunities to see red howler monkeys! Our guide Alex was very knowledgeable and friendly. He has eyes like a hawk and helped us to spot the monkeys in the trees. I really recommend this place! We called to arrange the trip. I think if you don't speak Spanish you could send a message. The forest is not too far outside of filandia.
5. Cascadas de Cocora
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
6. Reserva La Rivera
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Permaculture countryside farm within the nature reserve Barbas-Bremen, surrounded by waterfalls, water springs, a variety of birds, native forest, ecological trails, and organic crops. Typical house of the coffee region with more than 50 years in "bahareque" of wood and tile in mud, the stove works with wood, in the house lives a traditional local farmer family with which space, its customs, and culture are shared. It is an ideal place to disconnect from the city and meet nature and its essence. Reserve La Rivera is surrounded by native and fog forests with fauna and flora typical of these heights (2.200 masl). Our Permaculture Master plan guides our sustainable productive models of medicinal plant crops, native tuber garden, flowers, fruit forest, composting and worm farm and forest-pasture systems of animals. With the possibility of walking through 7 wonderful paths that will take you to discover rivers, forests, diverse birds or the top of a mountain.
7. 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!
8. Balsaje la Berraquera
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
9. Barbas Bremen Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By V1733IXfrankd
The interpretor met me near the Basilica in Filandia and provided a ride into the preserve (about 2 km). The host provided a short orientation about the area and then we began our 4 km hike. It was a fairly rugged trail through the dense forest. Along the way we were very fortunate to not only hear an extremely loud confrontation between two families of Howler monkeys, but we also spotted 4 or 5 different families ranging from an apparent single male to a large family of about 14. In total we saw 30 to 40 Howler monkeys (the host said this was a very rare occasion). I love hiking and the trail was fairly difficult, but we proceded slowly and there were many spots to rest while we were viewing the beautiful flowers, trees and wildlife. This was the highlight of my trip to Colombia.
10. Parque Los Arrieros
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 177 reviews
The Park is a place that offers travel services for recreation, leisure and learning about the culture of the mule; through scenarios artistic, cultural and entertainment areas that make a range of options for visitors, enjoy a pleasant experience in their facilities. We are a staging where visitors are playful and recreational immersion in the culture of the mule in Colombia and especially in our region.
