
El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin
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4.9/5
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Is El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin worth booking?
El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin is a 8-hour experience in Medellín, Colombia, from $90 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 130 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (130)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $90 per person
Experience breathtaking views of El Peñol and visit Guatape. This tour takes you to the colorful town of Guatape, where get to climb the huge rock of El Peñol, enjoy an amazing view, and visit the phoenix, plaza de los z
What you get
- Entrance fee to the rock
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Profesional bilingual tour guide
- Transport by private vehicle
About this experience
Experience breathtaking views of El Peñol and visit Guatape. This tour takes you to the colorful town of Guatape, where get to climb the huge rock of El Peñol, enjoy an amazing view, and visit the phoenix, plaza de los zocalos, colonial roads, the lake, promenade, drive by Rionegro, Llanogrande, and much more. Enjoy with a relaxing hotel pick-up and drop-off while your professional guide shares with you the beauty of Guatape. All entrance fees are included on this 7 - 8-hours tour with lunch at your own expense.
What's included
Included
- Entrance fee to the rock
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Profesional bilingual tour guide
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch (at own expense)
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
What you'll see and do
Drive by Rionegro town enjoying the country side.
Pass by without stopping
Parque de Marinilla
Pass by Marinilla town on your way to the rock.
Pass by without stopping
Piedra Del Penol
Climb the rock of El Penol and get the most amazing views of Guatape and the lakes.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Laguna de Guatape
Enjoy a day outside the city visiting the Rock where you can see what many consider the best view of the world! Enjoy the view of the lakes from the Rock, on the road and in Guatape town.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Guatape
Visit the colonial colorful town of Guatape, discover autenthic zocalos and cobblestone roads.
120 minutes here
Iglesia de Nuestra Senora del Carmen
Visit this beautiful colonial church.
15 minutes here
Enjoy authentic zocalos in Guatape.
15 minutes here
Colonial main park in Guatape
10 minutes here
Penol
Pass by El Penol authentic farmers town.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Medellín
Kindly contact us via whatsapp to reconfirm your exact meeting point.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Kindly contact us via whatsapp to reconfirm your exact meeting point.
Options you can book
Private standard Tour
Private Tour : 8-hour private tour to El Peñol and Guatape Pickup included
Full Tour + Waterfall upgrade
Full Tour + Waterfall : Enjoy the Full day tour plus a stop at a secluded waterfall with 3 levels! Relax in tranquility and take amazing photos! Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Medellin Travels
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring Colombian Pesos with you for souvenirs, food, tips etc.
- Dress code is casual; wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes
- Please note that we do not charge extra for tours in other languages besides English and Spanish. However, our guides in other languages such as French, German, italian and Portuguese are subjected to availability.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $359
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 46
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Medellin Travels, who run 12 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.9.
See everything Medellin Travels runsWhy this scores 75
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El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Medellín.
How much does El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin cost?
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Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Medellín usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Medellín is not rushed.
Is El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 130 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Medellín, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin?
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Around 46 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Medellín can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Medellín and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does El Peñol and Guatape Private Tour from Medellin start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Medellín within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Medellín?
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On Outty we rank every Medellín experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guatapé Tour: Piedra del Peñol with Boat Tour, Breakfast, Lunch, Half-Day Coffee Tour: From the Seed to the Cup, Farm & roastery, Private Guatape & Coffee Farm Tour: The Two Must do in One Day. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Medellín?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Medellín?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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