Chicaque Cloud Forest Hike

Description: Pay a visit to one of the most iconic and lush cloud forests around Bogotá! Hike in search of colorful tanagers and toucans, take in spectacular views as the clouds roll in and out all while surrounded by the living sounds of nature.

Availability: This tour is available every day of the year except December 25th and January the 1st. We ask that during the months of July and August you email us or whatsApp us to verify availability before making your purchase ;)

Difficulty: This trail is of high difficulty with some steep, uneven and slippery surfaces so hiking boots or shoes are recommended. You can also bring a change of shoes & socks in case it rains. You must be in good physical condition to join.

Accessibility: Anybody between the ages of 9 to 70 years-old can join. We are happy to arrange a customized hike for you, should you have limited mobility or a visual/hearing impairment.
Duration: The total tour time is about 8 hours from start to finish with a 3 to 4 hour interpretative hike.
Departure: This tour departs from our meeting point at The Bogotá Marriott Hotel by the round about. We offer door to door pick-up & drop-off at an extra cost.

Location: Located about 1.5 hours south-west of Bogotá.

Elevation: The elevation gain for this hike is about 300 meters from 2700 m.a.s.l. down to 2400 m.a.s.l. and back up

Weather: Temperatures range between 10ºC and 15ºC. About 30% of the time we experience light rain and about 10% of the time we see heavy rain. 

Includes: Private transport from Bogotá, a Spanish-speaking local guide, entrances and accident insurance while on site.
Add-ons (extras):
- Door to door pick-up & drop-off (depending on location)
- Bilingual guide in English or Italian (pending availability)
- Picnic sandwich (no vegan and no vegetarian)

Things to Bring:

- Rain jacket and warm sweater

- Comfortable non-slip hiking boots/shoes (no heels allowed)
- Sun protection, cap or hat

CLICK HERE to see some photos taken during this tour

Route

  1. Bogotá
  2. Chicaque Cloud Forest Reserve

*This tour usually lasts 8 to 9 hours from start to finish*


- Departure from Bogotá.

- Drive through the southern part of the city (2 hours)

- 3 to 4 hour mountain cloud forest hike

- Drive back to Bogotá (2 hours)