Unique things to do in Meta

Colombia is known as the coffee country, well, we got much more history linked to the “green gold”. Emeralds are part of the selected group of precious stones and the 60% of them in the world are originally from Colombia. Become part of the Emerald legend, by creating a ring with your own hands. This tour starts by having an introduction about the importance of emeralds for precolonial and colonial culture. We will go through the emerald and jewelry district to learn about the history of the precious metals and stones and its influence in Colombian culture. We will take a look at the emerald market to see the different minerals and qualities. Then we will work on your new ring, where you will decide all! the design, the stone and material, by the personal advisory of a orfebre (jewelry master) who teaches you how to do every single step.

We'll meet at the "sweetest market on earth" Paloquemao Market. From there we'll start tasting different fruits, all while tracing their indigenous and colonial origins. Depending on which fruits are in season, we will taste around 25 different varieties. In addition, we will walk the market’s venues which includes the outdoor floral area. Finally, there will be a fruit juice tasting that goes along with a traditional snack, the arepa. The ideal geographic position that Colombia occupies due to its proximity to the equator and with the Andes stretching across the country, creates the perfect conditions for fruits to develop unique flavors.

(We need minimum 2 people for this experience) We pick you up in the place of Bogota you stay we enjoy a Tejo Game for two hours in this time we have unlimited beer all of you can drink !!!!! . The tejo is a Colombian national sport you have to throwing a metal disk of approximately 700 grams through a clay court of 13 meters long to blow up the mechas (Triangles of Gunpowder) and make explosions and make points. The objective of the game is to make explode Mechas (Triangles of gunpowder) by exploding it with the tejo although in small quantities, each time a Mechas explodes, everyone celebrates it !!! 1-Pick Up at your hostel or Hotel. during the road i explain you the history of our sport. 2-In the Tejo Place we enjoy a local armosphere with music and we play for 2 hours. 3- in this time you have unlimited beer, all of you can drink !!! 4-One more beer before going back? It's Up to you! 5-Get back to the Hostel or Hotel Other things to note

Have you ever heard about the best-kept secret of Bogotá "El Dorado". This is the jewel of the crown. Let me introduce you to the biggest Páramo in the world: Sumapaz, the heaven's door. If you wanna knock at its door, we will take you there. This adventure is about the importance of water, wild animals, endemic plants, mountains and about where the oldest guerrilla FARC was born ideologically. We've got all the ingredients in our highlight spot in the city, the only part that is missing is you! By the way, if you want to go on different dates, just let me know by texting me, we can figure it out! im flexible with time. Have in mind is a high mountain, the weather is unpredictable and thats why is so magic. Time is also variable deppending on you hiking skills, normally we come back to the meeting point at 3pm, could be more, could be less. Activities: - 3 hours hiking (7 kilometers in total) - Viewpoint - 17 lakes! - Flora and Fauna observation - Historical explanation about the colmbian conflict - Indigenous sacred spots - We go in a private car to the starting point of the hike I offer this experience in French and Spanish as well Other things to note Paramo de Sumapaz is the biggest high plateu in the world. You will find unique species and a region full of water. Landscapes and views are not from this planet!

First of all, an small introduction about ourselfs, our culture and explain all about the 5 different regions of Colombia. Then we go to try the most authentic dish of the Capital, Ajiaco. Then we got a surprise from the Orinoquia region! After that, the next restaurant is specialized in pacific coast food and for sure we cant forget our Caribbean region. Next step is tamal from the south of Colombia, one of the most representative ones. If you are still hungry, not worries, we will have more restaurants to visit! 7 in total. This is a real and deep gastronomical experience where we eat and learn. Remember, ALL THE FOOD IS INCLUDED, you dont have to pay extra money! This is a FLEXIBLE experience, restaurants may change (we have more options in case some of our friend restaurants are closed or people want to try other exotic plates) Vegeterians are more than welcome! Other things to note We are going to all restaurants by walking. All of it are located in a walkable distance in one of the most beautiful districts in Bogota, la Candelaria.

Join me on my Great Tour and visit 5 important tourist attractions in one day. IT INCLUDES ROUND TRIP TRANSPORTATION, WE WILL PICK YOU UP AT YOUR HOTEL OR AIRBNB. The tour is done with small groups in car or van depending on the number of passengers, flexible and comfortable itinerary. I am ENGLISH and SPANISH Speaker Visit the following places: 1. Guatavita Lake 2. Guatavita Town 3. Zipaquira Salt Mine/Cathedral 4. Bogota Savanna 5. Typical Colombian Food Restaurant in Zipaquira Town In the Colonial town of Guatavita you walk with us through its main squares and old streets where we explain its history The Cathedral/Salt Mine of Zipaquira provides free audio guides in English and other languages In the Guatavita Lake (2 hours of moderate walking) and the Zipaquira Salt Mine/Cathedral you do the tour with the natives guides who only speak Spanish so we give you previous instructions in English to enjoy the tour The Bogotá savannah is a mixed ecosystem of forests, mountains and native animals outside Bogotá We have lunch in a typical Colombian restaurant tasting very representative dishes of the country. Entrance tickets and meals are not included The tour lasts 12 hours approx On Mondays the Guatavita lake is closed, it is replaced by the visit to "la Casa Loca" PLEASE NOTE: Next Monday, June 2 is a holiday in Colombia and all tourist attractions will be open.

Colombia is known as the coffee country, well, we got much more history linked to the “green gold”. Emeralds are part of the selected group of precious stones and the 60% of them in the world are originally from Colombia. Become part of the Emerald legend, by creating a ring with your own hands. This tour starts by having an introduction about the importance of emeralds for precolonial and colonial culture. We will go through the emerald and jewelry district to learn about the history of the precious metals and stones and its influence in Colombian culture. We will take a look at the emerald market to see the different minerals and qualities. Then we will work on your new ring, where you will decide all! the design, the stone and material, by the personal advisory of a orfebre (jewelry master) who teaches you how to do every single step.

Embark on an enchanting journey to a hidden gem nestled near Bogotá, where a magical hot spring oasis awaits in the Andes Mountains. This exclusive experience offers more than just a mere getaway: it's a lavish retreat into serenity and rejuvenation. We’ll first meet at a boutique hotel in the trendy Zona G neighborhood. From there, our private van whisks you away on a scenic 1.5-hour journey to Machetá, where tranquility awaits. Upon arrival, you're greeted with a warm welcome to a private estate, a sanctuary not open to the public. Here, time slows down as you immerse yourself in the natural wonders surrounding you. Picture-perfect moments await as you soak in the therapeutic hot springs, cocooned within lush foliage that mirrors the splendor of the Andes. But it's not just about relaxation; it's a holistic experience designed to nourish both body and soul. Wander through the verdant grounds, discovering hidden treasures amidst tropical flora and a serene lily pond. Indulge your senses with a delectable spread of tropical fruits, tantalizing snacks, and refreshing cocktails or mocktails, curated to elevate your blissful retreat. As the sun begins its descent, bidding farewell to a day of pure indulgence, we depart from this paradise, returning to Bogotá by 8pm.

We'll meet at the "sweetest market on earth" Paloquemao Market. From there we'll start tasting different fruits, all while tracing their indigenous and colonial origins. Depending on which fruits are in season, we will taste around 25 different varieties. In addition, we will walk the market’s venues which includes the outdoor floral area. Finally, there will be a fruit juice tasting that goes along with a traditional snack, the arepa. The ideal geographic position that Colombia occupies due to its proximity to the equator and with the Andes stretching across the country, creates the perfect conditions for fruits to develop unique flavors.

Get to know beautiful viewpoints and landscapes of Los Andes, on the back of a Creole horse, our horses are certified in the NTS AV 014, we have professional tour guides, in this experience you can breathe fresh air and appreciate native vegetation of Los Andes 1. The experience includes transportation we will meet at the Avenida chile mall at the main entrance. 2. Then we will go (by private vehicle up to 4 people, if the group is more people we will go by public transport) for 40 minutes where the horses await us to start the adventure, we can appreciate beautiful landscapes. 3. They will be able to interact with the horse, if you have no experience we will show you how to control the horse, we will explain it is very easy, we have certified helmets and medical care card for your safety 4. We will start the horseback riding activity that will last approximately 2 hours, where we will observe from the Mountains the village of La Calera, the Embalse San Rafael, and the native vegetation of Los Andes. 5. Includes local drink, bring money in case you want to eat something. 6. Finally, we will return by public transport or private car to the shopping center.

(We need minimum 2 people for this experience) We pick you up in the place of Bogota you stay we enjoy a Tejo Game for two hours in this time we have unlimited beer all of you can drink !!!!! . The tejo is a Colombian national sport you have to throwing a metal disk of approximately 700 grams through a clay court of 13 meters long to blow up the mechas (Triangles of Gunpowder) and make explosions and make points. The objective of the game is to make explode Mechas (Triangles of gunpowder) by exploding it with the tejo although in small quantities, each time a Mechas explodes, everyone celebrates it !!! 1-Pick Up at your hostel or Hotel. during the road i explain you the history of our sport. 2-In the Tejo Place we enjoy a local armosphere with music and we play for 2 hours. 3- in this time you have unlimited beer, all of you can drink !!! 4-One more beer before going back? It's Up to you! 5-Get back to the Hostel or Hotel Other things to note

No lo podrás creer es espectacular En Medio de una ciudad vamos a visitar dos lugares que te llenarán de oxigeno, paz, alegria en medio de la diversidad de la naturaleza, arboles, flores, lagos, sonidos de vida. Caminaremos el parque Simon Bolivar sentiremos la brisa del lago, los arboles nos saludaran durante nuestro caminar. El sonido de los pajaros y la brisa sobre la piel serán inolvidables. Todos las especies de arboles de Colombia, festival de flores la magia de la flora colombiana en el Jardin Botanico

¡Será una tarde màgica e inolvidable de compras por el centro de Bogotá! Saldremos desde la estación de transmilenio calle 72 y sentiremos la experiencia del transporte del transmilenio que mueve diariamente 1 millón de personas por dia. LLegaremos al centro de la ciudad a un sector de 18 cuadras de comercio y un centro comercial con 700 almacenes donde se concentran negocios de zapatos, tenis, ropa, carteras, obsequios, artesanías, papelería, artículos de belleza, joyería, perfumes, ropa de cama, cobijas, todo lo que te guste comprar. Mercancía Importada, nacional, de fabrica. Tiempo de comprar y sentir la cultura y la ciudad Vas a conseguir artículos tan rebajados que no lo vas a creer Vas a conseguir artículos típicos para llevar a casa muy lindos Vas a conseguir de todo Otros aspectos destacables Será muy bonito recorrer estos sectores céntricos de la ciudad que destilan el ambiente bogotano

Our tour lasts 4 to 5 hours and includes part of the historical center and the Santa Fe, Los Martires and Teusaquillo neighborhoods. During the tour we visit the Parque Nacional, a coffee roaster where we see how Colombian coffee is selected and prepared, we taste fruits in a traditional market, pass by the National Museum and bullfighting plaza, where we often enter, and we play Colombia’s national sport, tejo. The tour covers some 13 kilometers, mostly flat. It’s a relaxed tour, with many stops where we talk about history, culture, politics, urban development and other subjects. All of our guides speak English, and for private tours we have also have French-, German- and Portuguese-speaking guides available. Our bicycles have aluminum frames, front suspension, 18 to 21 gears and Shimano parts. For tour groups of more than six people a mechanic/support person also accompanies the group.

Did you know Bogotá has the best nightlife in Latin America? Enjoy Bogotás nightlife with a Pub Crawl in the best party district of Bogotá, Zona Rosa, meeting people from all over the world. I'll be waiting for you at the meeting point where we'll have a craft beer tasting, and then you’ll get to choose your favorite beer to have a full glass of it. If you’re not a beer lover, no worries, you can have a shot of aguardiente, Colombia's national liquor. After this, we'll visit another bar in Zona T with a great ambiance, where we'll have cocktails with local liquors. We'll finish the pub crawl at a nightclub and keep the party going local style. We'll visit two great bars in Bogotá, enjoying a drink at each one of them and finishing at one of the coolest clubs in town meeting people from all over the world. Other things to note Please don't wear shorts or flip flops as this is not allowed at the nightclub. Jeans, tennis and a shirt or t-shirt is a perfect outfit. RNT 48080

¡Explore all of Bogota's downtown and history in one day! We will explore the historical center of Bogotá and discuss its social and political history as a capital city. We will learn about Bogotazo and the pre-Colombian ancient cultures, as well as gastronomy and nature unique to Colombia. We will try dishes from many regions of the country. About the Itinerary: - Monserrate: We start the experience visiting the most beautifull vew of Bogotá the mount of monserrate; we will get up by the cable car or the funicular and have a traditional snack up there and then get down by the same way and keep discovering the wonderfull city. - Candelaria: We visit Local Food places at the history centre and try traditional dishes of all Colombian cuisine. - Plaza Del Chorro Del Quevedo: we will pass by the olddest street of Bogotá and discover together the chicha and the magical spots full of history. - Plaza de Bolivar de Bogotá - Museo Botero del Banco de la Republica or Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) - Santuario Nuestra Senora del Carmen - Casa de Nariño This experience gives you an opportunity to interact with locals and culture through food, history and museums, as well as support local and family-owned businesses. Guests will have the choice between visiting the Gold Museum or the Botero Museum. Welcome and enjoy.

Have you ever heard about the best-kept secret of Bogotá "El Dorado". This is the jewel of the crown. Let me introduce you to the biggest Páramo in the world: Sumapaz, the heaven's door. If you wanna knock at its door, we will take you there. This adventure is about the importance of water, wild animals, endemic plants, mountains and about where the oldest guerrilla FARC was born ideologically. We've got all the ingredients in our highlight spot in the city, the only part that is missing is you! By the way, if you want to go on different dates, just let me know by texting me, we can figure it out! im flexible with time. Have in mind is a high mountain, the weather is unpredictable and thats why is so magic. Time is also variable deppending on you hiking skills, normally we come back to the meeting point at 3pm, could be more, could be less. Activities: - 3 hours hiking (7 kilometers in total) - Viewpoint - 17 lakes! - Flora and Fauna observation - Historical explanation about the colmbian conflict - Indigenous sacred spots - We go in a private car to the starting point of the hike I offer this experience in French and Spanish as well Other things to note Paramo de Sumapaz is the biggest high plateu in the world. You will find unique species and a region full of water. Landscapes and views are not from this planet!

First of all, an small introduction about ourselfs, our culture and explain all about the 5 different regions of Colombia. Then we go to try the most authentic dish of the Capital, Ajiaco. Then we got a surprise from the Orinoquia region! After that, the next restaurant is specialized in pacific coast food and for sure we cant forget our Caribbean region. Next step is tamal from the south of Colombia, one of the most representative ones. If you are still hungry, not worries, we will have more restaurants to visit! 7 in total. This is a real and deep gastronomical experience where we eat and learn. Remember, ALL THE FOOD IS INCLUDED, you dont have to pay extra money! This is a FLEXIBLE experience, restaurants may change (we have more options in case some of our friend restaurants are closed or people want to try other exotic plates) Vegeterians are more than welcome! Other things to note We are going to all restaurants by walking. All of it are located in a walkable distance in one of the most beautiful districts in Bogota, la Candelaria.

If you want to discover the deep reality of the colombian capital you should join me in this experience trying to see and understand the configuration of the colombian society, we will not see colonial architecture, museums or fancy streets, we will go through the south neighborhoods of Bogota by using one of the most innovative transportation system in the world, Tansmilenio and Transmi Cable (Cable car). Bogota has different faces and this a really interesting one you dont want to miss. First of all, we take the Transmilenio (BRT System) direction to Tunal Station and reach the Cable Care used by 700.000 locals everyday as their main transportation system. We will go to the last station Paraiso, and walk around in a deteriorated urban district by the violence and poorness in the past, trying to improve its habitants and surroundings through the education, urban renovation, sports and art equipments. After visiting Paraiso district, seeing and spectacular view of Bogota and having a look to te different Graffiti scene, we will eat delicious traditional local food. By doing this tour, part of the money is to support the graffiti colective in the neighborhood! Other things to note Dont worry about safety, we will not take any risk and you will follow my indications. Andrea my friend, is a recognized leader in the neighborhood and she will be with us the entire time

Immerse yourself on a sensory journey exploring the diverse flavors of Colombian chocolate. We will delve into the flavors of cocoa, tasting chocolates sourced from 5 different regions of Colombia, each one boasting with a unique cocoa percentage. This experience offers the opportunity to learn all about the chocolate process and the fusion of Colombian cocoa with tropical fruits. Each person will choose their favorite cocoa they have tasted and then we will learn how to make our own chocolate truffle creations with them. Then everyone will take home their own handmade chocolates in a small gift box. Finally, we will indulge in a dessert and hot chocolate to end our visit. You can choose between a traditional almojábana, carimañola, pandebono, puff pastry, empanadas, mantecada, or an arepa of: corn, anise, cheese, boyacense, or santandereana. By joining us on this tour you will not only be enjoying a unique gastronomic experience, but you will also be helping to support local Colombian businesses.