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Tatacoa Desert and Natural Sanctuary Day Trip from Villavieja
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12 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English, Spanish
Overview
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
What's Included
- insurance policy
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Traditional lunch from Huila. a protein, Meat, chicken or beef, A Flour: rice or potato, Salad and Drink
- Entry and Use of the Hoyos or Natural Pool. Value 10 thousand pesos
- Entrance to the Observatory. Value 10 thousand pesos
Meeting And Pickup
Start time
09:00 AM
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Be ready 10 to 30 minutes before starting the tour
What To Expect
Villavieja
Tour of the town of Villavieja, its museum and its attractions. Know the history. 10 minutes.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tour of the Magdalena River (the most important river in Colombia, sighting of its flora and fauna). 20 minutes
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Desierto de la Tatacoa
Departure to Backpackers Neiva's own Natural Sanctuary within the desert (natural reserve where you will find squibs, iguanas, birds and other flora and fauna). 30 minutes
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Exit to the Valley of the Xilópalos (Trail where the remains of petrified wood called xylópalos are found, this valley is grayish in color due to its concentration of phosphorus and silica, capable of volcanic ash, since it was an area of volcanoes and torrential rivers in the middle Miocene epoch). transportation 30 minutes. 4 kilometer hiking route, mild difficulty. through the Valley of the Xilópalos. 110 minutes
2 Hours 20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
1:30 pm Exit to the pool (Activity not included, it is optional and will have a value of $10,000 COP). 30 minutes 2:00 pm Pool (Optional). Enter and enjoy the pool 105 minutes
2 Hours 15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3:45 pm Departure to the red desert (Cusco is mainly characterized by its red and ocher colors, its contrasting green cacti and its labyrinthine topography. If you are lucky, you can even see wild animals such as snakes, scorpions, lizards, eagles and turtles) . 15 minutes. 4:00 pm Arrival at the red desert (4 kilometer walking tour). 105 minutes.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
5:45 pm Mirador (You will see the sunset and you will be given a refreshing drink). 45 minutes.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6:30 pm Departure to the observatory-Astronomy (Activity not included, it is optional and will have a value of $10,000 COP). 30 minutes 7:00 pm Observatory-Astronomy (Optional). entry, star viewing and astronomy. 120 minutes
2 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Backpackers Neiva
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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