Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch in Bogotá, Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia

Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch

Outty Ranking 77 4.9 · 52 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $105
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Outty Ranking

77/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 52 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch worth booking?

Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch is a 7-hour experience in Bogotá, Colombia, from $105 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 52 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
77 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (52)
Duration
7 hours
From
$105 per person

Have you heard about El Dorado? Without a guided tour of Lake Guatavita, you might miss out on some of the history and legends that make the area so much more than a beautiful destination. So, leave the city for a while and join us and our expert guide on this day trip to explore New Guatavita town and learn why the old town was flooded and rebuilt in this beautiful hike to Lake Guatavita. Enjoy fresh, natural and stunning landscapes. • A full day trip away from the city rush • Guided tour of the Lake Guatavita • Retelling of local legends and ancestral myths such as El Dorado • Visit the town of New Guatavita • A traditional lunch in town (you can choose it to be included)

What you get

    About this experience

    Have you heard about El Dorado? Without a guided tour of Lake Guatavita, you might miss out on some of the history and legends that make the area so much more than a beautiful destination. So, leave the city for a while and join us and our expert guide on this day trip to explore New Guatavita town and learn why the old town was flooded and rebuilt in this beautiful hike to Lake Guatavita. Enjoy fresh, natural and stunning landscapes. • A full day trip away from the city rush • Guided tour of the Lake Guatavita • Retelling of local legends and ancestral myths such as El Dorado • Visit the town of New Guatavita • A traditional lunch in town (you can choose it to be included)

    What's included

    Included

    • Entry to Lake Guatavita
    • All-risk insurance
    • Lunch (Optional) - Menu of the day available at the restaurant
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
    • Tours Guide

    Not included

    • Extra purchases
    • Breakfast

    What you'll see and do

    1. Laguna de Guatavita

      Learn about the legend of El Dorado and enjoy the amazing landscapes of Lake Guatavita.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Lunch at Tominé Reservoir. Enjoy the beautiful views of the iconic villages along the way to our destination

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Guatavita

      Guatavita Town is home to the Lake where our adventure takes place

      50 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Options you can book

    • Guatavita Lake without Lunch

      Private Tour without Lunch: Gran Colombia Tours guide, entry to the Guatavita Lake, Guatavita Town & all-risk insurance. Pickup included

    • Guatavita Lake with Lunch

      Private Tour: Gran Colombia Tours guide, entry to the Guatavita Lake, Guatavita Town, lunch & all-risk insurance. Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Gran Colombia Tours

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • If you have a layover in Bogotá please select the airport as a pick-up point for the layover tour.
    • The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 52 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Physical effort

    3 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    52 verified traveler reviews for Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    George_R · October 2026

    It was an amazing tour!...

    It was an amazing tour! The altitude and footing made the ascent to the viewing points above the lake quite the challenge, but it was well worth it. Our guide could not have been better.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're delighted that you enjoyed the tour and that the challenging hike was worth it for the incredible views of the lake. It's especially wonderful to hear that your guide made the experience even more memorable. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Colombia!

    via Viator

    Michael_G · August 2026

    The tour by Grand...

    The tour by Grand Columbia Tours was well organized - pick up time, everything as scheduled. Our guid Jose was awesome - very knowledgable and personable. The walk inside the park was guided by their own spanish speaking guide, and Jose was at first teanslating, but then just took it over for us, telling stories about the lake, explaining the plants, geology end everything else. Overall - great experience. I would reccomend this tour with this particular guide, without him it could be a different experience.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted everything was well organized and that José made such a difference throughout the experience. It's great to know his knowledge, initiative, and personal attention helped you fully enjoy and understand the park, its history, and nature. We'll be happy to share your kind words with him!

    via Viator

    Edward_S · February 2026

    Well worth the trip, beautiful lake and surrounding scenery

    This was a really enjoyable day out. The countryside was beautiful, Guatavita village is pretty, Guatavita lake is absolutely stunning, and the lunch was excellent. Sarai was a really good guide, friendly and enthusiastic about what she was showing us. (Our driver, however, drove very aggressively and at times unsafely - hence only 4 stars.) My only advice for future tourists is don't expect a long 'hike'. We were in the nature reserve for about 2 hours, but 1 hour of that was basically standing still being told (interesting) stuff, and the other was at a slow pace with plenty of stops - needed because of the altitude (2920m at the start of the walk, 3070m at the end - about 400m higher than Bogotá). I live at sea level and I was still struggling with the altitude on my 3rd day in the city, so I appreciated the slow pace. I would definitely recommend the day to others

    Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience in such detail! We’re very glad you enjoyed the beautiful countryside, Guatavita village, the lake, and the lunch, and that Sarai made the experience engaging and enjoyable with her enthusiasm and guidance. We also appreciate your thoughtful feedback regarding the pace of the nature reserve visit and the altitude considerations, as this is helpful for future travelers to better set expectations. We are, however, very concerned to hear about your comment regarding driving safety. This is not the standard we aim to provide, and we take feedback like this very seriously. We will be reviewing this situation internally to ensure a safer and more comfortable experience moving forward. Thank you again for your recommendation and for helping us improve. We hope to welcome you back to Colombia with Gran Colombia Tours!

    via Viator

    Anastas_Z · January 2026

    A must visit to the sacred lake of indigenous people

    The lake is wonderful, the traditional food at the restaurant also amazing, the path to the lake is among the nature, the explanation about the history of indigenous people and visiting a characteristic ceremonial house of them were spectacular

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review! We're glad you enjoyed the natural setting on the way to the lake, the traditional cuisine, and the cultural insights along the experience. It’s great to know the visit felt so meaningful and enriching. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Colombia with Gran Colombia Tours soon!

    via Viator

    Jimena L · February 2025

    Fantastic tour 5 out of 5 stars!

    This tour exceeded our expectations! It was excellent! Yelitza was an amazing guide! Her knowledge and experience were so helpful for us to understand everything that we were seeing. We learned so much thanks to her!! Jorge our driver was also excellent, very cautious and polite. I would definitely book this tour again and recommend it to anyone that visits! 5 out 5 stars!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Yelitza's expertise and Jorge's attentive driving made your tour exceptional. It’s fantastic that you gained so much insight and enjoyed the experience fully. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another great adventure!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $105 to $210
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    18
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Gran Colombia Tours, who run 78 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.0 and 2 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything Gran Colombia Tours runs

    Why this scores 77

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)62
    Booking momentum (14% weight)54
    Value for money (12% weight)82
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)57
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bogotá.

    How much does Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $105 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bogotá usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 7 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 Bogotá is not rushed.

    Is Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 52 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bogotá, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch?

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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 Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch?

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    Around 18 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 Bogotá 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 Bogotá and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch 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 Bogotá 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 Bogotá?

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    On Outty we rank every Bogotá experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Free Graffiti Walking Tour Every Day in Bogota, Bogota Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Private Tour + Lunch, Private City Tour Bogota + Monserrate, Gold, Botero and Candelaria.. 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 Bogotá?

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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 Bogotá?

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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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch?

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    Included: Entry to Lake Guatavita; All-risk insurance; Lunch (Optional) - Menu of the day available at the restaurant; Hotel pick-up and drop-off; and Tours Guide. Not included: Extra purchases; and Breakfast. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 361 listed pickup locations in and around Bogotá. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch offered in?

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    It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Bogotá. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch?

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    Across 52 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    What booking options are available for Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour with Optional Lunch?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Guatavita Lake without Lunch, Guatavita Lake with Lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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