From Villa de Leyva La Periquera Hiking Tour
Description
Besides its architecture and historical importance, Villa de Leyva is also known for its diversity of landscapes, as you can go from desertic areas to fog forests in some minutes. One of those places for nature lovers that you cannot miss while in Villa de Leyva is La Periquera Park. A beautiful path across 3 different waterfalls and imposing landscapes of Boyaca. If you really want to explore Villa de Leyva, give yourself one more day to have a short getaway to a natural jewel. This tour is perfect if you want to see a different side of Villa de Leyva’s surroundings, right before starting your trip around, or just after you explore the historic center. La Periquera Hiking Tour will be a smooth hike with low level of difficulty but high level of joy of connecting with nature. You will hike and even get the chance to swim in the refreshing waters of the river and creeks. The hills surrounding Boyaca and Villa de Leyva are full of adventures, ready for you to jump in.
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Itinerary
This journey will start when one of our guides and a driver pick you up in your hotel. You will have a short ride to the entrance of the park.
Upon arrival, you will enter a trail full of curious endemic plants. After some time, you will arrive to the Cebada riverbed, which crosses the park forming different waterfalls. You will have the opportunity to see three of these waterfalls, one of them 15 meters high called La Periquera. And you will be able to take a refreshing bath and enjoy the clear water of the river.
After a fantastic day of connecting with nature, you and our team will take your way back to the hotel in Villa de Leyva. We are sure it will be an experience to remember.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick-up our clients anywhere within Villa de Leyva town - hotels, hostels, vacation rentals and points of interest.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Be aware most of this tour is walking and operates in all weather conditions
- We recommend bringing extra clothes and swimsuit
Reviews(1)
We did a very nice hike in the protected rainforest of Villa de Leyva instead of Perequeria. Three beautiful waterfalls punctuate the hike. Our guide Miguel shared with us his passion for the forest: plants, hummingbirds, butterflies. The tour lasts a total of 3/4 hours with transport (from the hotel). A few passages can be slippery (but not difficult) so favor a day without rain. Recommended hiking shoes and swimsuit if the weather is nice and for the brave! The tour can be done in Spanish, French, English, German. Miguel is particularly attentive. Beyond the hike, we also had a nice meeting:-). We recommend 100% this excursion!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the hike and the beauty of the waterfalls. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in Colombia with Gran Colombia Tours!
