Chingaza National Park. The legend of El Dorado

Summary

One hour and half of Bogotá you will be connected with The Paramo of Chingaza National Park, Siecha Lagoons, this wonderful water factory was sacred temples where Muiscas practiced the incredible rites like El Dorado. The Sacred Lagoon of Siecha is a place to walk, contemplate in silence and find oneself. It is a sacred natural temple, inhabited by wild species of fauna and flora, such as deer, eagles, and frailejones grandparents. This was a place where many pieces of gold from the rituals of the Muisca were found. Like the raft that rests in the Gold Museum.

Tour info

Duration
12 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

The day trip to The Chingaza National Park is one of the most spectacular scenes to take pictures, walk in the middle of the nature, breath pure air, clean the mind, feel free and alive. In this tour we will visit Siecha Lakes which belong to the National Park of Chingaza a chain of mountains with varied landscapes, changing from flat terrain to steep cliffs that rise over deep precipices. It was a land of Indigenous groups that historically inhabited the area, the Chibcha or Muisca. Also is a place of the majestic Andean Condor and several threatened mammal species like the spectacled bear, two tapir species and the puma.  It is located near Bogotá and it is one of the most beautiful places for nature lovers just about 60 km from the city. Most of the Chingaza territory possesses “paramo” ecosystem which can only be met in Colombia above 3.000m. 

What’s included?

  • Local guide

  • Transport

  • Bottled water

  • Insurance

  • Chingaza National Park fee

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 12h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

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Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Retorno.travel

About operator:

RETORNO, https://caminantesdelretorno.com/ A company dedicated to making cultural and natural tours in Colombia, we love to show our country through the eyes of experience since 1985, with the support of experts and local guides, to preserve diversity, the environment, the sustainability of ecosystems, the people and their customs, we love to make your dream tour and satisfy your expectations.

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