Road Trip to the Cabaña Hot Springs in Murillo, Tolima

Day 1

We will leave Bogotá very early towards the Municipality of Murillo in Tolima, along the way we will visit the municipality of Armero, where we will meet the guide and have breakfast at the Armero Visitor Center and then tour the town and learn about what this place guards and the legacy of the local artisans who in their plastic works recover the life of this town, then we will continue on our way and once we arrive in Murillo we will settle into the hotel and we will be able to enjoy this small and authentic town in Tolima.

We will have lunch and take a 2-hour walk to visit the El Silencio Waterfall and the El Escondite Lagoon. We will return to the town to rest and prepare for our great adventure.

Day 2

Very early we will have breakfast to head to the Cabaña Hot Springs. Before enjoying the hot springs we will visit the Quebrada de los 7 Colores and the Laguna Corazón, which keeps this name because from the air you can see its heart shape. On the way back we can enjoy the hot water of the thermal springs surrounded by an environment with a Paramuno landscape. Leaving the hot springs we will have the opportunity to enjoy a snack to begin our return to Murillo, we will have lunch and begin our trip back to Bogotá.

Municipality of Armero

It is a place that bears the scars of one of the most shocking natural disasters that our country has suffered. We will visit this place to learn about the history and legacy of this municipality and the efforts of the survivors to preserve the memory of the town.

Murillo Municipality

Murillo is the highest municipality in the department of Tolima with 3,000 meters above sea level. This is a small and charming town which preserves much of its colonial architecture and is also known as the window to Nevado del Ruiz.

El Silencio Waterfall and Hidden Lagoon

A spectacular walk through the hidden treasures of Murillo. (The closest municipality to Nevado del Ruiz). This walk takes no more than 2 hours to discover both places.

Heart Lagoon

This is a magical place, named for its heart shape, it can be considered perhaps one of the most beautiful lagoons in Colombia.

Cabaña Hot Springs

Hot springs where we can have a bath in its blue waters and high temperature, this phenomenon is caused by the sulfur mud and the hot water that springs from inside the earth. In addition, the frailejones landscape that surrounds the Hot Springs, the small waterfalls and the typical forest of the moor, make a unique setting not to be forgotten.

😷 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, the trails we will travel can be demanding and optimal hydration is vital.

🧢 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.

👕 It is important to bring a raincoat since it can rain in the moor, pack enough clothes for two days, as well as a change of clothes in case you get wet or muddy on the second day. Remember to use synthetic fiber hangers that allow quick drying and avoid cotton garments.

🥾 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).

🎒 Do not use a wheeled suitcase and carry a kangaroo or small backpack so you can take your personal items on walks.

🔦 We suggest bringing a blanket for the cold in the early morning when leaving Bogotá, repellent and a flashlight.

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 bring cigarettes or alcoholic beverages. 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.
• You can request accompaniment in English with an additional cost by WhatsApp before making the reservation