Explore Tatacoa Desert’s biodiversity, witness unique wildlife, and support local communities. End your adventure with stargazing at the Astronomical Observatory.
Explore Tatacoa Desert’s biodiversity, witness unique wildlife, and support local communities. End your adventure with stargazing at the Astronomical Observatory.
- Villavieja - Explore the town of Villavieja, its museum, and attractions. Learn about its history. 10 minutes.
- Puerto Fluvial Malecon Ferri motos - Tour the Magdalena River, Colombia’s most significant river, and observe its flora and fauna. 20 minutes.
- Desierto de la Tatacoa - Head to Backpackers Neiva’s Natural Sanctuary within the…
- Villavieja - Explore the town of Villavieja, its museum, and attractions. Learn about its history. 10 minutes.
- Puerto Fluvial Malecon Ferri motos - Tour the Magdalena River, Colombia’s most significant river, and observe its flora and fauna. 20 minutes.
- Desierto de la Tatacoa - Head to Backpackers Neiva’s Natural Sanctuary within the desert, a reserve home to squibs, iguanas, birds, and other wildlife. 30 minutes.
- Valle De Los Xilópalos - Visit the Valley of the Xilópalos, a trail featuring petrified wood remains called xylópalos. This grayish valley, rich in phosphorus and silica, was once a volcanic and riverine area during the middle Miocene epoch. Transportation 30 minutes.
4-kilometer hiking route, moderate difficulty, through the Valley of the Xilópalos. 110 minutes.
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Piscina Mineral - 1:30 pm Head to the pool (Optional activity, costs $10,000 COP). 30 minutes.
2:00 pm Pool (Optional). Enjoy the pool. 105 minutes. -
Desierto Gris - 3:45 pm Depart for the red desert (Cusco), known for its red and ocher hues, green cacti, and maze-like terrain. You might spot wild animals like snakes, scorpions, lizards, eagles, and turtles. 15 minutes.
4:00 pm Arrive at the red desert (4-kilometer walking tour). 105 minutes. -
Las Ventanas Mirador - 5:45 pm Mirador (Watch the sunset and enjoy a refreshing drink). 45 minutes.
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Astronomical Observatory Astrosur - 6:30 pm Head to the observatory for an astronomy session (Optional activity, costs $10,000 COP). 30 minutes.
7:00 pm Observatory-Astronomy (Optional). Entry, star viewing, and astronomy. 120 minutes.
- Insurance policy
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Insurance policy
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Entry and Use of the Hoyos or Natural Pool. Value 10 thousand pesos
- Entrance to the Observatory. Value 10 thousand pesos
- Entry and Use of the Hoyos or Natural Pool. Value 10 thousand pesos
- Entrance to the Observatory. Value 10 thousand pesos
With Backpackers Neiva you will have a complete immersion in the beauty and diversity of the Tatacoa desert. From a walk along the Magdalena River to exploring natural reserves and valleys full of history, you will immerse yourself in the richness of this unique ecosystem.
Unforgettable Encounters with Nature: sighting of fauna such as turtles, birds,…
With Backpackers Neiva you will have a complete immersion in the beauty and diversity of the Tatacoa desert. From a walk along the Magdalena River to exploring natural reserves and valleys full of history, you will immerse yourself in the richness of this unique ecosystem.
Unforgettable Encounters with Nature: sighting of fauna such as turtles, birds, reptiles and iguanas, as well as the opportunity to explore rock formations, protected lagoons and the red and gray desert or valley of the xylopalos, provides close encounters with nature in its state purer and fascinating.
Contribution to Local Development and Culture: contribute to local development through community work and supporting the local economy. This adds additional value to the trip, generating a positive impact on local communities and their natural environment.
We conclude at the Astronomical Observatory, experts will guide you in the mysteries of the universe, and the most amazing phenomena in space
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
