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Valle del Cocora

All-in-one activities with transportation, expert guide, traditional lunch, entrance fees and much more. No hidden fees.

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Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora and Salento Quindío Day Trip

5 (15 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora Day Trip and Traditional Coffee Tour

5 (2 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora and Premium Coffee Farms Day Trip

5 (7 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora and Santa Rita Waterfall Day Trip

5 (15 Reviews)
Cocoratours office, Calle 6 #2-09, at the end of Calle Real, OR direct pickup at your hotel (Salento urban area).

Valle del Cocora and Filandia Quindío Day Trip

5 (5 Reviews)
Cocoratours office, Calle 6 #2-09, at the end of Calle Real, or direct pickup at your hotel (Salento urban area)

Coffee Farms, Quindío River and Santa Rita Waterfalls

5 (3 Reviews)
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Other destinations

Here are more day trips to different destinations to round out your visit to the Coffee Region.

Cocoratours office, Calle 6 #2-09, at the end of Calle Real, or direct pickup at your hotel (Salento urban area)

Cacao and Coffee Farm Day Trip in Salento: Immersive Experience

5 (2 Reviews)
Cocoratours office, Calle 6 #2-09, at the end of Calle Real, or direct pickup at your hotel (Salento urban area)

Coffee Farms and Filandia Quindío Day Trip

5 (2 Reviews)
Cocoratours office, Calle 6 #2-09, at the end of Calle Real, or direct pickup at your hotel (Salento urban area)

Howler Monkey Watching and Filandia Quindío Day Trip

5 (3 Reviews)
Cocoratours office, Calle 6 #2-09, at the end of Calle Real, or direct pickup at your hotel (Salento urban area)

Filandia Quindío and Santa Rosa Hot Springs Day Trip

5 (2 Reviews)

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The more of you travel, the less you pay. Discounts apply from 3 people and are calculated automatically per person when you book.

15% off 3 – 5 people
20% off 6 – 8 people
Discount applied automatically when you select the number of people in your booking
Why us

Why book with Cocoratours?

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The most complete tours available

Entrance fees, horseback ride, guide, our own jeep and a traditional lunch included. No surprises.

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Small groups

Maximum 8 people per tour. Expert local guide for an authentic experience, not a crowded one.

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Our own jeep — no lines

Go straight there, without waiting along the road or wasting valuable time on your visit.

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Flexible, secure payment

Pay 50% when you book by card, PSE or PayPal. The rest in cash on the day of the tour.

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Free cancellation

Cancel 24 hours in advance and get a 90–100% refund depending on the payment method.

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Hotel pickup

Free within the town of Salento, or visit us at Calle 2 #6-09.

What our travelers say

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We work hard every day to give you the best. We value your vacation and the word of mouth you share about us.

★★★★★

"I loved it, they were very attentive. They took my family and me to everything we had in mind, and the guide was very friendly."

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Carolina Pinzón
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"EXCELLENT! Our guide Cesar is very friendly. A long and very interesting tour, everything was perfect."

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Isabella Henao
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"Excellent guidance, quick access to all the activities and very punctual. 100% recommended!"

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Cristina Díaz
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"Our guide Juan Ramón taught us about the local culture and took spectacular photos. We'd definitely recommend him!"

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Roman Moraleja Ruiz
Where to find us

Day trip starting point

Office at Calle 2 #6-09, Salento Quindío — across from Café Concreto, at the end of the main shopping street

Where are you coming from?

  • 2 minutes from the main square of Salento Quindío
  • 30 minutes from Circasia Quindío (town center)
  • 40 minutes from Filandia Quindío (town center)
  • 50 minutes from Armenia Quindío
  • 1 hour from Pereira (urban area)
🚗 Need transportation? Duster, jeep or minivan from anywhere in Quindío. See more →

Valle del Cocora Day Trips — all-in-one activities

Come enjoy the best day trips in Valle del Cocora with amazing inclusions: the traditional Jeep Willys transportation from Salento Quindío, entry to all the photo spots (signs, jeeps, hand, butterfly and many more), a horseback ride to the edge of the forest crossing the river with a small waterfall (extendable), a walking tour through the wax palms and viewpoints, lunch with trout, chicken or pork, and a visit to the waterfall farm or coffee farm, among other options.

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Tips for the horseback ride

Wear long clothing to avoid chafing from the saddle or tack, a hat or cap and sunscreen. Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated at the hiking stop.

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Groups and families

Group tours for ages 4 and up. For younger children, we recommend entry tickets only or a short tour. Groups of more than 4 people get special discounts of up to 10%.

Day trips are all-in-one activities that include jeep transportation from Salento Quindío, entry tickets in Valle del Cocora, a horseback ride (on some options), a lunch of trout, pork or chicken, and a visit to another destination such as the Santa Rita waterfall, a coffee farm or the valley's big waterfall. Minimum duration 5 hours, maximum 10 hours.

The most complete activities in Valle del Cocora

If you're on a family trip, with friends, or you're a travel agency with more than 3 people, you'll get a discount of 10% to 25% per person taking the day trip tour. You can also add extra services such as an extended horseback ride, waterfall entry or pickup from Armenia.

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Click on the activity → select date, time and number of people → book now → checkout. Choose whether to pay 50% or the full amount, select a payment method and you're done. You can also message us on WhatsApp and we'll create the booking for you.

Yes, to guarantee availability. You can book through this website, through Viator or via WhatsApp chat.

Within 2–5 minutes the system validates your payment and you'll receive a confirmation email with the meeting point, recommendations and booking number. Show it digitally or printed on the day of the activity.

Of course! Throughout the tour there are times and spots set aside especially for photos at different points in the valley.

Ages 5 and up. Every minor rides their own horse with proper safety measures and pays the same rate as an adult. Two people on one horse are not allowed.

No, it's optional. A 25–30 minute ride assisted by a local guide. Only available on the "Cocora y Salento" and "Cocora y Cascada Santa Rita" day trips.

Yes, in Spanish and English. Book in advance, as they fill up fast.

Yes. With at least 24 hours' notice you get a 90–100% refund depending on the payment method. Request it via WhatsApp or through the support link sent to your email.

Campesino (rice, beans, salad, patacón, lemonade + beef or chicken) or a combo with rainbow trout, chicken, pork or beef. For vegetarians, a dish made with the grains of the day.

Rubber boots $10.000 · Water $3.000 · Transportation from Armenia/Filandia/Pereira · All-day parking $10.000 · Extra guide for people afraid of horses.

Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora and Santa Rita Waterfall Day Trip

5 (15 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or Salento hotels

Romerales Páramo Trek from Salento, Quindío

5 (3 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or hotels in Salento

Horseback ride through coffee farms with coffee tour

5 (5 Reviews)
Km 11 Valle del Cocora road, La Esperanza Stable, last parking lot.

Mixed 4-Point Horseback Ride, Valle del Cocora

5 (10 Reviews)
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