El Cocuy
A pristine treasure in the Colombian Andes, a paradise for adventurers and nature lovers.

HIGHLIGHTS
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Majestic Andean Peaks: El Cocuy is known for its impressive peaks, including Nevado del Cocuy and Nevado de la Sierra, which are a true paradise for mountaineers and nature lovers.
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El Cocuy National Park: A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with over 300,000 hectares of nature, home to an incredible diversity of flora and fauna.
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Turquoise Glacial Lagoons: Beautiful lagoons like Laguna Grande and Laguna de los Verdes are particularly popular with hikers and photographers.
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Picturesque Mountain Villages: Visit charming villages like El Cocuy and Güicán, which serve as gateways to the mountains and are characterized by traditional architecture.
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Breathtaking Viewpoints: Viewpoints like Chita Pass offer spectacular panoramic views of the mountains, valleys, and glacier regions.
FACTS
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Geography: The El Cocuy National Park is located in the eastern part of the Andes and spans the departments of Boyacá and Arauca.
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Elevation: The highest peak, Nevado del Cocuy, reaches an elevation of 5,330 meters above sea level.
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Flora and Fauna: The park is home to many endemic species, including the Andean condor, pumas, and a variety of orchid species.
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Climate Zones: The national park is known for its various climate zones, ranging from warm subtropical climates to icy glacier zones.
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History: The park and surrounding regions are of great significance to the indigenous population, especially the Cocuy communities.


ACTIVITIES
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Diverse hikes in the Parque Nacional El Cocuy: 1-7-day hikes through some of Colombia's most spectacular landscapes, with peaks, glaciers, and breathtaking flora and fauna.
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Initial acclimatization on Cerro Mahoma (3,400 m): Stunning views of the surrounding area.
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Laguna de Las Lajas (3,700 m): A perfect opportunity to acclimate to the altitude and enjoy the surroundings.
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Exploration of Púlpito del Diablo and Pan de Azúcar: Breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada.
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Hike La Esperanza and Laguna Grande: We hike through the Valle de los Frailejones, reach Laguna Grande, and ascend the Cima del Cóncavo.
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Caminata Cacique de la Montaña and Termales de Güicán: We explore the historic Cacique de la Montaña Trail, enjoy the views, and then relax in the natural hot springs of Güicán.
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Destinations
Barranquilla • Barichara • Bogotá • Cali • Cartagena • Chingaza • Ciudad Perdida • El Cocuy • Filandia • Guatapé • Jardín • Jericó • La Macarena • Laguna Magdalena • Las Lajas / Ipiales • Leticia • Manizales • Medellín • Minca • Mompox • Nevado del Ruiz • Palomino • Pasto • Pereira • Popayán • Puerto Nariño • Puracé • Salento • San Agustín • San Andrés • San Basilio de Palenque • San Gil • Santa Marta • Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta • Silvia • Taironaka Reserve • Tatacoa-Desert • Tierradentro • Villa de Leyva • Consult for more information.