Excursion to Laguna de Chingaza, San Juanito and the Guatiquía Canyon

We will visit the Chingaza National Natural Park and there a trail in the middle of the Páramo and the high Andean forest with environmental interpretation, there we will visit La Laguna de Chingaza and the Chuza Reservoir and then follow the old road to the municipality of San Juanito, Meta where We will have the opportunity to learn about its history and culture.

We will go to the Las Cascadas de Lajitas viewpoint and from here a path that will take us deep into the Guatiquía Canyon to a suspension bridge that connects the mountains right in front of the waterfalls. We will visit the Tablón Natural Grotto, a 70-meter-deep cavern where a 15-meter waterfall falls on the interior wall and after passing through we will discover a sedimentary layer of marine fossils.

We will visit El Calvario Meta, its waterfalls and places of interest, the San Isidro Gorge and its Natural wells and also part of the water system that supplies the country's capital.

Chingaza Lagoon

The beautiful Chingaza natural park has a great river wealth made up of the upper basin of various rivers, as well as various lagoons, which have been declared a World Heritage Site, one of them “The Chingaza lagoon” contributes a high percentage to feed the aqueduct that provides water to the city of Bogotá.

Municipality of San Juanito

San Juanito is one of the most desirable municipalities to rest, there the mountains adorn the municipality with their crops and natural trails, we recommend visiting the El Caren village where you find the Cerro de San Esteban, in this village you can also learn about the culture of the settlers . In the path of La Candelaria, a mountain massif that is part of the Chingaza Natural Park stands out.

Guatiquia River Canyon and Hanging Bridge

The Guatiquía River is a river that originates in the Páramo de Chingaza at 3,500 meters above sea level. From the jurisdiction of the municipality of Quetame (department of Cundinamarca) to its exit to the Meta River, in the Eastern Llanos it runs 137 km through a long and deep canyon. The Guatiquía River runs through the municipalities of San Juanito and Calvario.

😷 Carry a PPE Personal Protection Elements Kit (Masks, antibacterial gel, alcohol in a spray bottle, glasses or mask, disposable tissues, bag for personal waste disposal).

💧 It is important to carry a bottle of water and maintain constant hydration, we will go on long walks and maintaining hydration is healthy.

🧢 Wear a hat or cap to protect yourself from the sun. It is important to use sunscreen, remember to use a mineral sunscreen for your face.

👕 Pack enough clothes for three days. Comfortable, waterproof and breathable clothing. The climate is temperate but quite variable with chances of rain. Use clothing that dries quickly, do not use cotton clothing. Remember the theory of 3 layers: 1. A dry layer, second skin; 2. A warm, warm layer; 3. A layer of protection, “waterproof shell”. Don't forget your change of clothes in case you get wet or muddy.

🥾 Wear comfortable shoes, preferably hiking shoes, in any case avoid ballet shoes or cloth tennis shoes. It is important to bring a change of shoes in case your shoes get wet during the tour.

💊 Bring your medications and personal documents (medical insurance card and ID).

🎒 Don't use a wheeled suitcase. Carry a hands-free backpack to store all the luggage that must be well distributed in plastic bags. Bring a small backpack so you can take your personal items on hikes.

🔦 We suggest bringing a blanket for the cold, a towel for personal use and a flashlight.

🦯 Walking stick (optional).

🍎 Bring some snacks like cereal bars, sandwiches, fruits, and nuts.

Relevant information:

• Keep in mind that you are responsible for your belongings. Protect your electronic devices and personal documents from rain and humidity.
• Carry your cell phone charged, this will allow you to take photographs and use it in case of emergency.
• Your safety is very important, please be cautious, always keep the group in sight and follow the guide's instructions.
• Do not attend a walk late at night, while intoxicated, pregnant, or with medical disabilities.
• Strictly follow your doctor's instructions regarding injuries and, if necessary, carry your personal medications.