Salento: La Carbonera Wax Palm Forest Tour

Hike through one of Colombia’s largest wax palm sanctuaries. Visit a forest waterfall, sip coffee at high-altitude viewpoints, and enjoy a traditional mountain lunch.
Travel from Salento into the mountains for a day in La Carbonera, one of the largest wax palm sanctuaries in Colombia. This guided experience takes you into a protected natural area where more than 700,000 wax palms are under conservation. Along the way, take in sweeping mountain views, breathe in the cool Andean air, and enjoy Colombian coffee at viewpoints reaching up to 3,250 meters above sea level.

Your day begins with departure from Salento by 4x4 vehicle, following the national highway toward the department of Tolima. After the drive, set off on an ecological hike through towering wax palm forests, one of the country’s most distinctive landscapes. As you continue along the trail, reach a beautiful waterfall hidden in the heart of the woods, with time to appreciate the quiet surroundings and the rich mountain scenery.

During the activity, stop at a traditional mountain farm for lunch. Choose between a protein-based meal or a vegetarian option, and also enjoy a snack of Colombian tropical fruits plus hydration during the tour. With the support of an expert mountain guide and adventure medical insurance included, this experience combines nature, light adventure, and local flavors in one memorable day. The activity finishes with the return journey to Salento.

Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.

Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.