PARAMILLO DEL QUINDIO
“PALOMAR – COCORA”
PARAMILLO QUINDIO SUMMIT 4750 MSNM
The former Nevado del Quindío, whose glacier disappeared in the 1960s, is today a mountain that, although it no longer has permanent ice, at certain times of the year can be covered with a thin layer of snow that stands out against its sandy areas and ochre tones.
ROUTE DIFFICULTY
itinerary
Meeting point at 3:00 am in the city of Ibagué (Transportation Terminal).
Ibagué – Palomar – La playa – La argentina – Salento
– Meeting in the city of Ibagué
– Boarding a 4x4 vehicle at 4:00 am
– Approximate journey time: 3.5 hours
– 80 km paved road / 21 km tertiary road
– Starting point: Palomar 3,180 meters above sea level
– Arrival point: Canyon hot springs
– 17 kilometers traveled
– 6 hours approx.
– Mountainous, humid and uneven terrain
– Camping accommodation
– Viewing of stunning landscapes steeped in indigenous history at sites of interest such as Anzoátegui, Palomar and Laguna Bombona.
– Starting point: Canyon hot springs.
– Arrival point: Finca la playa
– 12 kilometers traveled
– 5 hours approx.
– Mountainous, humid and uneven terrain
– Accommodation in a rural inn with multiple beds
– Visualization of different ecosystems, variety of flora.
– Starting point: Finca la playa
– Paramillo summit of Quindio (4750 meters above sea level)
– Finca la Argertina
– 12 kilometers traveled
– 10 horas aprox
– Sandy, rocky terrain
– Accommodation in a rural inn with multiple beds
– Weather permitting, snow-capped peaks such as Nevado del Ruiz, Santa Isabel, and Tolima can be seen.
– Starting point: Finca la argentina
– Valle del cocora
– 10 Kilómetros recorridos
– 6 hours approx.
– Arrival point: Salento, Quindio
– Approximate arrival time: 1:00 pm
– Mountainous, humid and uneven terrain
Espeletia expedition recommends bringing these items for your expedition.
Backpack or bag of 20-30 liters
Sneakers or boots with good grip soles
Thermal and waterproof clothing
Windbreaker jacket
Fleece hat / balaclava
Sunglasses with UV protection
Gloves
Headlamp
Hydration bottle
Sunscreen and lip balm
Rubber boots (optional) Suggested
Additional
Basic grooming kit
Personal medications
Identity documents
Plastic bags for storing clothes
Camera (optional)
Personal tableware (plate, glass, spoon)
Guide endorsed by PNNN
Private transportation: Ibagué – Palomar – La Punta – Cocora Valley – Salento.
Luggage handling PNNN entrance.
Accommodation in a rural cabin. Accommodation in a 3-season high-mountain tent.
Food (4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners).
Hot drinks throughout the expedition.
Camping area and bathing in thermal waters.
Souvenir. Technical equipment (helmet, walking stick).
Emergency insurance policy (COLASISTENCIA).
Accommodation for the day prior to the expedition.
If you don't have the right clothes or basic equipment for your adventure, don't worry! Espeletia Expedition offers you the rental service
expedition price
Desde $ 1.600.000
