Peña de las Cacas: Family Hiking and Waterfall in Pacho, Cundinamarca

🟢 Looking for things to do near Bogotá and reconnect with nature in a single day? Explore the Peña de las Cacas, a hiking tour in Cundinamarca ideal for family tourism and walks with pets. Enjoy high-Andean forests, viewpoints over the Río Negro Valley, and a waterfall over 30 meters tall.

Technical information and highlights – Hiking tourism

Technical details and main highlights of the hiking tour

📊 Route Technical Information

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Destination

Pacho, Cundinamarca

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Distance

9 km round trip

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Altitude

3,200 – 3,271 m a.s.l.

Level

Intermediate

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Duration

Full day

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Climate

Cold mountain climate

🌟 Main Highlights and Activities

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Ecological Hike

High-Andean forest

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Camino Real

Trail and natural ridges

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Frailejones

Native vegetation

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Viewpoint

Río Negro Valley

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30 m Waterfall

Optional swim

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Mountain Waters

Guerrero Páramo

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Family Friendly

Kids and pets

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Photography

Landscapes and nature

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Ecotourism

Sustainable tourism

Activity description – Hiking near Bogotá

View details of this unique hiking experience

Peña de las Cacas is a hiking tourism experience located in Pacho, Cundinamarca, designed for those seeking excursions and hikes near Bogotá with no prior experience required. The 9 km route combines high-Andean forest, páramo, spectacular viewpoints, and an impressive waterfall over 30 meters tall. It’s an ideal activity for families, groups of friends, and nature lovers. During the hike, an expert guide will explain the local flora and fauna, the importance of the páramo ecosystem, and the history of the region. At the end, you can take a refreshing dip in the waterfall (cold climate, but invigorating).

The tour takes place in a sustainable tourism setting, encouraging respect for nature and rural communities. Departure from Bogotá is very early (approx. 6:00 a.m.) and return is at dusk. It includes transportation, guiding, insurance, and a country-style snack. Don’t forget to bring a camera, water, comfortable clothing, and suitable footwear for uneven terrain.

Special discounts – One-day plans

Check out our promotions and discounts

👥 Group Discount

🎯 10% discount for groups of 4 or more people

Ideal for families, groups of friends, or companies

🚗 Independent Travelers

Fearless explorers, we offer you a special discount!

Use the code SINTRANSPORTE when booking

Save by skipping the provided transportation and enjoy a more personalized experience at your own pace.

Requirements and restrictions – Excursions near Bogotá

Check requirements and restrictions

✅ Requirements

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Recommended minimum age: 10 years
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Good general physical condition
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Personal identification document
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Book in advance

🚫 Restrictions

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No consumption of alcohol or psychoactive substances
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Do not leave trash on the trail
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No speakers or loud music

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility
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Pets are the owner’s responsibility

General recommendations – Sustainable tourism

Get ready for a safe and comfortable experience

🎒 Essential Gear

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Sportswear and rain gear
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A change of clothes (weather can turn bad, so it’s always good to be prepared)
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Avoid leggings or shorts
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Footwear with good grip
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Hands-free backpack with water in a reusable container, camera, snack, lunch, and snacks

🛡️ Safety and Health

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Sunscreen before, during, and after the hike
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Let us know of any special health conditions and bring medication if you need it
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Personal identification documents
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Follow the guide’s recommendations
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Sunglasses
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Gloves for hiking in the páramo

Family tourism – What’s included and what’s not | Itinerary

Check what’s included in your tour and itinerary

✅ Included

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Round-trip transportation from Bogotá
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Entry to a private reserve
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Guiding and professional support
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Accident insurance policy

Country-style snack

🚫 Not included

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Personal expenses
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Meals not specified in the plan

🗓️ Itinerary – Hiking in Pacho

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Meeting point in Bogotá
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Transfer to Pacho, Cundinamarca — Autopista Norte › Zipaquirá › Pacho (approx. 2 hours)
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Ecological hike through high-Andean forest, private farms, and the Camino Real.
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Río Negro Valley viewpoints — panoramic views of Pacho and Tausa.
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Arrival at the 30-meter waterfall — optional swim at the waterfall.
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Return to the starting point

* Exact distances and times to be confirmed.

How to get there – Map and location – What to do near Bogotá

Information on location, lodging, and dining

📍 How to get there

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Municipality: Pacho, Cundinamarca
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Route from Bogotá: Autopista Norte – Zipaquirá – Pacho
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Estimated time: 2 hours
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Starting point: Rural area of Pacho
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Coordinates: 5.130° N – 74.160° W

🧭 Local guides

Certified guides with extensive experience in hiking in Cundinamarca, environmental interpretation, and support on family hikes and natural trails near Bogotá.

🏡 Lodging

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Rural lodgings and country hotels in Pacho and surrounding areas
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Ideal options for weekend getaways, couple’s trips, and family vacations

🍽️ Dining

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Traditional restaurants with typical dishes from the Andean region
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Authentic flavors to round out your day trips and outings

🏢 Organizing agency

FASYL organizes the complete experience, bringing together transportation, guiding, and logistics under a sustainable tourism and nature approach, ideal for those looking for what to visit in and around Bogotá.

🌱 Sustainable Tourism and Nature

Great options to extend your ecotourism experience and support local communities. By traveling with FASYL, you contribute to the rural development of Pacho and the conservation of the Guerrero páramo and the Santuario Chiquito.

📍 Fasyl Travel – RNT 99632 | 📞 WhatsApp: +57 301 688 0229 | ✉️ info@localhost:8080

General FAQs

  • ¿Cómo reservar?

    Para realizar tu reserva ingresa a nuestro portal de experiencias http://www.fasyl.travel y sigue las instrucciones: 1. Selecciona la experiencia de tu preferencia. 2. Selecciona la fecha y el número de tiquetes de adultos, adulto mayor y de niños. 3. Agrégalos al carrito de compra. 4. Click en el botón check out. 5. Elije el medio de pago de tu preferencia y finaliza tu reserva. RECIBIRÁS DE INMEDIATO UN CORREO ELECTRÓNICO CON LOS DATOS DE TU RESERVA.

  • ¿Puedo llevar a mi mascota?

    Esta actividad permite la participación de tu amigo de 4 patas. 😁

  • ¿Qué ropa y/o equipo debo llevar?

    Siempre recomendamos empacar lo más ligero posible; sin embargo, los requisitos específicos para su tour variarán ampliamente según el lugar y la fecha de su viaje. Nuestro documento de Detalles del Viaje incluye una lista de equipo y elementos sugeridos, que se puede descargar desde la página resumen de cada viaje individual. La lista de verificación es específica para el tour y se basa en la experiencia de nuestro personal en el destino.

  • ¿Qué tipo de transporte terrestre se utiliza en sus tours?

    La información específica sobre el transporte se puede encontrar en la página resumen del viaje; sin embargo, existen tres opciones de transporte: TRANSPORTE PÚBLICO, ALQUILER DE VANS O USO DE CARRO PROPIO. Cada opción depende de la accesibilidad de la ruta.

  • ¿Puedo unirme a un tour tarde o salir temprano?

    Es extremadamente difícil, si no imposible, unirse a un tour después de que haya comenzado. Es posible abandonar un tour temprano, pero será responsable de sus propios arreglos desde el momento en que decida abandonar el tour. También será responsable de todos los costos asociados con unirse tarde a un tour o abandonarlo temprano. Si cree que esto puede ser necesario, consulte a un Especialista de Viaje Fasyl antes de reservar su aventura.

  • ¿Cómo puedo cancelar una reserva?

    Para cancelar su reserva, comuníquese con nuestro equipo de Atención al Cliente por teléfono o correo electrónico. Si ha reservado su tour a través de un distribuidor de terceros, comuníquese con ellos directamente para cancelar o reprogramar su tour.

  • ¿Cuándo puedo hacer una modificación a una reserva?

    Los cambios realizados a las reservas dentro de las 72 horas antes del tour estarán sujetos a tarifas sancionatorias para cubrir el costo de boletos comprados, reprogramación de transporte, guías, otras reservas y administración.

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