Our exciting journey begins in the charming town of Salento, located in the heart of Colombia’s Coffee Region and known for its picturesque beauty.

At 7:00 a.m. we will meet at a previously agreed-upon location for breakfast, and then take private transportation on a 12-kilometer ride to the beautiful Cocora Valley. Here, we will witness the majestic wax palms—Colombia’s national tree—and the stunning natural scenery that surrounds them.

After loading our luggage onto the mules, we will begin our ascent through lush cloud forests, crossing several small streams that serve as habitat for a great variety of native birds and plants.

Continuing along the trail, we will reach the modest yet welcoming countryside house known as La Argentina, a beautiful spot overlooking a canyon surrounded by forest-covered green mountains. At La Argentina we will enjoy a traditional lunch and settle into our rooms. The afternoon will be free to rest, explore the area, and share time with the warm local family who lives there.

Dinner.
Rest.

Distance: 10 km
Duration: 5 hours
Elevation gain: 1,000 m
Elevation loss: 80 m
Starting altitude: 2,400 m a.s.l.
Maximum altitude: 3,400 m a.s.l.
Final altitude: 3,400 m a.s.l.

Comenzaremos el día con un nutritivo desayuno antes de dejar nuestro equipaje en las mulas. Luego, emprenderemos nuestra caminata en dirección al majestuoso Paramillo del Quindío. Antes de llegar a su base nos desviaremos hacia un lugar conocido como La Línea, un lugar situado a una altitud de 4000 metros sobre el nivel del mar, desde donde iniciaremos nuestro descenso hasta llegar a la finca La Playa, que se encuentra a 3700 metros sobre el nivel del mar.
Una vez en La Playa, disfrutaremos de un reconfortante almuerzo y aprovecharemos la tarde para descansar y organizar el equipo de alta montaña que necesitaremos para el próximo día de la expedición.
Más tarde, disfrutaremos de una deliciosa cena y nos prepararemos para un merecido descanso.

Distancia: 6 km
Duración: 3 – 4 horas
Desnivel positivo: 600 metros
Desnivel negativo: 300 metros
Altitud inicial: 3.400 msnm
Altitud máxima: 4.000 msnm
Altitud final: 3.700 msnm

Our journey begins very early, at 11:00 p.m., with a light breakfast before starting the hike in the stillness of the páramo, surrounded by towering frailejones and other unique species characteristic of this high-mountain ecosystem. As we advance, we gain altitude and enter an area of sandy slopes and rocky formations, where we will witness the sunrise amid an overwhelming landscape.

We will continue ascending until reaching the edge of the glacier, where we will gear up with helmets, crampons, ice axes, ropes, and harnesses, all provided by our agency. Once ready, we will begin the glacier traverse toward the summit. This section across the snow takes approximately an hour and a half and leads us to the peak, located at 5,240 meters above sea level. From the summit, we will enjoy a privileged panoramic view of the surrounding snow-capped peaks and high-mountain plateaus of the National Park.

After taking in this unforgettable moment at the top, we will begin our descent and follow the route toward the Cañón Hot Springs, where we will end the day relaxing in their natural thermal waters.

Distance: 22 km
Duration: 14–16 hours
Elevation gain: 1,600 m
Elevation loss: 1,300 m
Starting altitude: 3,700 m a.s.l.
Maximum altitude: 5,240 m a.s.l.
Final altitude: 4,000 m a.s.l.

On our final day, we will begin the descent from the hot springs, crossing mountains covered with frailejones until reaching the Bombona Lagoon. From there, we will continue along the route toward an area known as La Punta, where a private vehicle will be waiting to take us to Palomar for lunch. Afterwards, we will continue descending by car for approximately three hours until arriving in the city of Ibagué.

Starting altitude: 4,000 m a.s.l.
Maximum altitude: 4,000 m a.s.l.
Final altitude: 2,800 m a.s.l.
Distance: 19 km
Duration: 6 hours hiking – 3 hours by car
Elevation gain: 100 m
Elevation loss: 1,100 m

+ Small backpack (20–30 L) for the hikes.
+ High-mountain sleeping bag.
+ Sleeping pad (small mat).
+ Small towel.
+ Swimsuit.
+ Sunglasses with UV protection.
+ Poncho-style rain jacket (not necessary if your jacket is waterproof).
+ Headlamp with spare batteries.
+ Cold-weather clothing: warm jacket, fleece, comfortable hiking pants and an additional pair for sleeping (preferably thermal), thick socks (at least three pairs), gloves, hat with ear protection.
+ Hiking boots, lightweight shoes.
+ Water container (thermos).
+ Sunscreen.
+ Lip balm.
+ Small personal first-aid kit.
+ Small personal hygiene kit (toilet paper, toothpaste, toothbrush).
+ Large bags for packing clothes and trash.

Our team is equipped with satellite communication devices, first-aid kits, and medical oxygen supplies at the high-altitude camps. In addition, we continuously monitor the physical condition of all participants.

+ Sleeping bag: $80,000
+ Thermal sleeping pad: $30,000
+ Jacket + fleece: $80,000
+ Trekking poles: $30,000
+ Thermal pants: $30,000
+ Waterproof pants: $30,000
+ Gloves: mittens + fleece gloves: $30,000
+ Hat, balaclava, or buff: $10,000
+ Sunglasses with UV protection: $30,000
+ Headlamp (with batteries): $30,000

You can secure your spot with a 20% deposit, and the remaining balance must be paid before the start of the expedition. Contact us to learn more about available payment methods.

If you are unable to continue due to health reasons or weather conditions, our team will always prioritize your safety. We will accompany you during the descent, and you will receive the necessary medical attention.
Remember that this expedition includes medical assistance and rescue insurance.

Yes! If you can’t match the dates of our upcoming expedition, contact us. We can design a customized adventure or even open a new expedition date especially for you or your group.