Stefanny & Brian
Things To Do in Medellin, CO
Paragliding San Felix Medellin, CO
Brian and I both did this and we LOVED IT! It's worth every minute and we highly recommend it! Don't feel brave enough to take flight? Come anyway! It's a beautiful sightseeing stop with a small restaurant and bar on the cliff! Many people go to picnic, have a drink and watch the paragliders! ABOUT: Paragliding is very economical and safe! Tandem paragliding flights are accompanied by a certified pilot, the passenger does not require knowledge regarding the flight and basic instructions are given before taking flight. During the flight, you can request a relaxed and calm flight or an extreme flight with acrobatics. You will enjoy a spectacular landscape, be inside a cloud if the weather permits and pilot the Paraglider under the supervision of the pilot! >>>THEY SPEAK ENGLISH<<< RATES AND PLAN INFORMATION: Flights start at $48 usd
El Peñol and Guatapé Day Tour
Leave the hustle and bustle of Medellin! (Pick up locations available; Depart in the morning) First stop: Small town called Guarne. Enjoy Antioquian hot chocolate or coffee and a traditional arepa with homemade farm cheese for breakfast. Second stop: Small town called Marinilla. Visit the town square and local historical sites. Third stop: Small town of Peñol before arriving at one of the area's top attractions, Peñol Rock (La Piedra del Peñol). Climb more than 700 stairs to reach the top of this popular landmark and enjoy sweeping vistas of Guatape Lake and the surrounding mountains. After lunch, your tour guide will lead you on an informative historical walk through the picturesque pueblo of Guatape, visiting Calle de los Recuerdos, Plaza de los Zocalos and the town square and historic cathedral. You'll have free time in Guatape to explore the city on your own. Arrive back in Medellin between 6:00pm and 7:00pm $30 usd per adult; English speaking tour
Jardín Day Trip: Coffee Plantation Tour from Medellin
Depart from your Medellin hotel to begin your journey into the magnificent Medellin Mountains; relax in an air-conditioned minivan during a 2-hour drive to the coffee plantations of Jardín. Arrive at a roasters and gain fascinating insight into various roasting techniques; learn about traditional methods as your guide regales you with tales of Colombia’s coffee culture. Pleasure your palate with a coffee tasting demonstration. Next, climb aboard a modern cable car and soar to the top of a verdant mountain, admiring panoramic views of the surrounding scenery. Inhale the fragrant mountain air then take a seat in a traditional restaurant to feast upon excellent Antioquian fare. Arrive at the charming town of Jardin, a provincial gem surrounded by lush greenery. Absorb the tranquil ambience of the main square while sipping a coffee from a local café. Browse boutiques for special souvenirs before returning to your minivan for the journey back to Medellin. From $125 usd per adult