5 Hours
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English, Español
Get ready for the most epic two-wheeled adventure in Quindío. This guided mountain bike tour takes you from Salento to La Carbonera, the largest and best-preserved wax palm sanctuary in the region and the world's most extensive forest of our national tree, where you'll ride among thousands of giant palms, taller and denser than those in Valle del Cocora.
It's a total immersion in the Andean landscape that combines the adrenaline of MTB with the majesty of the wax palm forest. So you can enjoy the best descent without wearing yourself out, we cover part of the climb in a 4×4 vehicle; then it's just you and your bike on rural trails, dirt roads and unforgettable páramo scenery.
Tour Details
What will you experience?
You'll start in Salento warming up your legs with panoramic views of the Coffee Cultural Landscape. To save energy and enjoy the best descent, we drive part of the way up in a 4×4 vehicle to the upper area of the mountain.
From there, you'll ride among thousands of wax palms in La Carbonera, a stunning natural setting that's less crowded than Cocora, on dirt roads and trails that challenge you in a fun way and reward you with páramo views.
Halfway through, we stop for a picnic (15 to 25 minutes) to recharge with your snack, always accompanied by the expert cycling guide and with full protective gear. Then you'll enjoy the scenic descent before returning to Salento.
Difficulty level and fitness
This is an intermediate-advanced tour: basic mountain biking experience and good physical fitness are required, since you'll ride on unpaved roads and trails. The most demanding climb is done in a 4×4 vehicle so you can make the most of the route. Keep in mind the altitude and the mountain's changing weather.
Departure times
We offer several departure times in the morning so you can choose the one that best suits your pace; you can select the available time when booking. We run every day of the year with a minimum of two confirmed participants, and advance booking is required. We recommend arriving 10 minutes early to make the most of the day.
What to bring and tips
Tips and safety
Customize your experience
Want to adjust the difficulty of the route or arrange transportation from another town? Tell us what you have in mind and we'll tailor the experience to you.
We meet in Salento, adjust your bike and protective gear, and warm up our legs with views of the Coffee Cultural Landscape.
We drive part of the way up in a 4x4 vehicle to save energy and make the most of the best descent, reaching the upper part of the mountain.
We ride along dirt roads and rural trails among thousands of wax palms, stopping for photos of the páramo.
We make a 15- to 25-minute picnic stop to recharge with the included snack.
We enjoy the descent along scenic routes and head back to Salento.
Yes. We depart every day of the year with a minimum of two confirmed people and limited spots, so you should book in advance. You can reserve by paying 50% and pay the balance on the day of the tour.
You can come to our office at Calle 2 #6-09, Salento (at the end of Calle Real, second green door). If you're staying in Salento's town area, message us on WhatsApp and we'll send a vehicle to pick you up.
It's intermediate to advanced. Basic mountain biking experience and good physical fitness are required, since you'll ride on unpaved roads. The toughest climb is done with 4x4 assistance.
It includes a high-end mountain bike, helmet, elbow and knee pads, 4x4 support transportation on the climbs, an expert cycling guide, hydration, and a snack (chicken, ham, or vegetarian) with a picnic.
Athletic clothing, a windbreaker or rain jacket, shoes with good grip, sunglasses, a cap or buff, sunscreen, cash, and a camera or charged phone. We provide the helmet and protective gear.
Transportation from outside Salento isn't included, but we can arrange it for an additional fee. Send us your location and we'll help you out.
Mountain weather is changeable, and the tour runs as usual in light rain. If the weather poses a safety risk, we'll let you know in advance to reschedule.
We offer guiding in Spanish and English. If you need the tour in English, let us know when booking.
Due to the intermediate-to-advanced level and mountain terrain, it's recommended for teens and adults with basic MTB experience and good physical fitness.
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start of the activity: we refund 100% of what you paid, with no fees. You can also change the date at no cost with 24 hours' notice or more, subject to availability. With less than 24 hours' notice, or if you don't show up, the booking is non-refundable. See our Cancellation Policy.
This tour includes admission
includes entry to the impressive wax palm forest at La Carbonera. Get ready to marvel at the surreal landscape of the tallest palms in the world
Includes private 4x4 transportation
This activity offers exclusive private transportation aboard an authentic 4x4, ensuring comfort and a memorable experience
High-quality bikes
To ensure an optimal and exciting experience on our adventure, our bike tour uses high-end equipment. Our bikes feature full suspension, guaranteeing smooth and efficient handling on any terrain. In addition, our participants' safety is paramount, so we provide all the necessary safety gear, including helmets, gloves and pads, so you can enjoy the ride with complete peace of mind and confidence.
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