Santa Rita Waterfalls Natural Reserve
We are a local tourism operator with more than 10 years of experience in the coffee region.
Experience the majesty of nature on our exciting tour to the Santa Rita Waterfalls, located just a few minutes from Salento. Accompanied by expert guides, you will enter a lush forest, where the relaxing sound of the streams will accompany you at all times. Don't forget your swimsuit because you will have the opportunity to cool off in the crystal-clear natural pools that form along the way!
- Explore natural trails surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse fauna.
- Enjoy the relaxing sound of falling water.
- Cool off in the crystal clear waters of the waterfall.
- Enjoy a typical lunch of the region
❌ Transfers from other cities to the starting point of the tour.
❌ Tips for our staff.
❌ Additional drinks and meals.
❌ Expenses not specified above.
❌ Clothing and trekking equipment.
✅ Introductory talk about the trip one day before starting the trek.
✅ Local mountain guide in English or Spanish.
✅ Lunch.
✅ Snacks.
✅ Private transportation to and from Salento.
✅ Medical kit or first aid kit.
✅ Medical insurance.
✅ Photos of the tour.
⚠️ If you need a transfer from another city at the start of the tour, contact us for help.
Pick-up
Our trip begins in Salento, the guide and driver will pick you up at 8:30 a.m. in a private vehicle that will take us to the Santa Rita farm on a trip of approximately 25 minutes.
Arrival at Santa Rita and start of the hike
After receiving the guide's recommendations, you will begin to walk the reserve where you will be able to appreciate the great landscapes of this incredible reserve, with technical stops to hydrate and at the same time the guide will surprise you with his environmental and historical interpretation of this place.
Arrival at the waterfall and swim
In less than 30 minutes walking we will arrive at the first waterfall, which has a natural pool of crystal-clear water where we can enjoy a relaxing swim and eat snacks.
Start of the hike for the return
To return to our starting point, we will take a different path up the mountain, entering a thick forest, which will allow us to appreciate the mountain from another perspective.
Lunch and return to the meeting point
After enjoying the great attractions of this tour, we will take the vehicle again to visit a local restaurant and have a delicious lunch with an incredible view and return to our meeting point.
What physical condition do I need?: To undertake this hike, you must be in good physical condition. To make the most of your trip, you must be able to walk a distance of 5 km between ascents and descents.
Briefing: All briefings take place the day before the trip at your hotel. The meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. We will check that you have everything you need, answer any questions you may have about the trek, and you can also pay the remaining 50%.
Where can I store my main luggage?: During the trip, you can store your main luggage free of charge in our storage room. You can also safely store any equipment you won't need for the tour at your hotel. Almost all hotels offer this service.
Pickup: All pickups take place within the city of Salento, but we recommend booking a hotel that is as centrally located as possible and with a good location. If you are staying in an area far from the city center, you will have to pay an additional pickup fee. Our staff will confirm your pickup time the day before the tour.
Reservations and Prepayment: To book this adventure, simply select your desired date and reserve 50% of the total. The remaining 50% is typically paid the day before the trek begins at the briefing.
Accepted Payment Methods: For the first and last payment, we accept cash, credit, and debit cards.
Important!
- Days before the trek, pay attention to your diet, avoid alcohol or drugs, and avoid smoking.
- Do not consume alcoholic beverages or hallucinogenic drugs before and during the trek.
- Do not extract any plant or animal species from the ecosystem.
- Return all trash to the city.
- Backpack (minimum 25L)
- Quick-dry base layer
- Hiking pants
- Warm jacket or fleece
- Waterproof jacket
- Raincoat or rain poncho (available for rent)
- Sun hat
- Buffalo
- Hiking socks
- Spare clothes
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Gaiters (available for rent)
- Trekking poles (available for rent)
- 2L water bottle or Camelback
- Personal medication
- Sunscreen
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- ID or valid passport
- Extra money (recommended in COP)
Price per person:
Not applicable
*The Price in Dollars is approximate
Choose the number of participants to know the price.
Santa Rita Waterfalls Natural Reserve
This trek is only offered privately. You decide the start date by prior arrangement. Send us a question or write to us on WhatsApp and we'll help you with the booking process.
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IMPORTANT: At El Sendero, we have a wide range of treks, and not all are offered as group treks. If you'd like to learn more about all our destinations, click here.
Experience the majesty of nature on our exciting tour to the Santa Rita Waterfalls, located just a few minutes from Salento. Accompanied by expert guides, you will enter a lush forest, where the relaxing sound of the streams will accompany you at all times. Don't forget your swimsuit because you will have the opportunity to cool off in the crystal-clear natural pools that form along the way!
- Explore natural trails surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse fauna.
- Enjoy the relaxing sound of falling water.
- Cool off in the crystal clear waters of the waterfall.
- Enjoy a typical lunch of the region
❌ Transfers from other cities to the starting point of the tour.
❌ Tips for our staff.
❌ Additional drinks and meals.
❌ Expenses not specified above.
❌ Clothing and trekking equipment.
✅ Introductory talk about the trip one day before starting the trek.
✅ Local mountain guide in English or Spanish.
✅ Lunch.
✅ Snacks.
✅ Private transportation to and from Salento.
✅ Medical kit or first aid kit.
✅ Medical insurance.
✅ Photos of the tour.
⚠️ If you need a transfer from another city at the start of the tour, contact us for help.
Pick-up
Our trip begins in Salento, the guide and driver will pick you up at 8:30 a.m. in a private vehicle that will take us to the Santa Rita farm on a trip of approximately 25 minutes.
Arrival at Santa Rita and start of the hike
After receiving the guide's recommendations, you will begin to walk the reserve where you will be able to appreciate the great landscapes of this incredible reserve, with technical stops to hydrate and at the same time the guide will surprise you with his environmental and historical interpretation of this place.
Arrival at the waterfall and swim
In less than 30 minutes walking we will arrive at the first waterfall, which has a natural pool of crystal-clear water where we can enjoy a relaxing swim and eat snacks.
Start of the hike for the return
To return to our starting point, we will take a different path up the mountain, entering a thick forest, which will allow us to appreciate the mountain from another perspective.
Lunch and return to the meeting point
After enjoying the great attractions of this tour, we will take the vehicle again to visit a local restaurant and have a delicious lunch with an incredible view and return to our meeting point.
What physical condition do I need?: To undertake this hike, you must be in good physical condition. To make the most of your trip, you must be able to walk a distance of 5 km between ascents and descents.
Briefing: All briefings take place the day before the trip at your hotel. The meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. We will check that you have everything you need, answer any questions you may have about the trek, and you can also pay the remaining 50%.
Where can I store my main luggage?: During the trip, you can store your main luggage free of charge in our storage room. You can also safely store any equipment you won't need for the tour at your hotel. Almost all hotels offer this service.
Pickup: All pickups take place within the city of Salento, but we recommend booking a hotel that is as centrally located as possible and with a good location. If you are staying in an area far from the city center, you will have to pay an additional pickup fee. Our staff will confirm your pickup time the day before the tour.
Reservations and Prepayment: To book this adventure, simply select your desired date and reserve 50% of the total. The remaining 50% is typically paid the day before the trek begins at the briefing.
Accepted Payment Methods: For the first and last payment, we accept cash, credit, and debit cards.
Important!
- Days before the trek, pay attention to your diet, avoid alcohol or drugs, and avoid smoking.
- Do not consume alcoholic beverages or hallucinogenic drugs before and during the trek.
- Do not extract any plant or animal species from the ecosystem.
- Return all trash to the city.
- Backpack (minimum 25L)
- Quick-dry base layer
- Hiking pants
- Warm jacket or fleece
- Waterproof jacket
- Raincoat or rain poncho (available for rent)
- Sun hat
- Buffalo
- Hiking socks
- Spare clothes
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Gaiters (available for rent)
- Trekking poles (available for rent)
- 2L water bottle or Camelback
- Personal medication
- Sunscreen
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- ID or valid passport
- Extra money (recommended in COP)
Santa Rita Waterfalls Natural Reserve
Download the brochure of this Trek in PDF
This brochure includes general trek information, location, itinerary, what's included, how to prepare, conditions and much more.
GALLERY
What is the tour like?
Seguridad
Guías profesionales y locales certificados en primeros auxilios en lugares remotos.
Experiencia
Un equipo con +10 años de experiencia y apasionado la naturaleza.
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Proposito ECO
Buscamos la conservación y uso sostenible de la biodiversidad.
Destinos Ocultos
La Mayor oferta de increíbles lugares poco conocidos.
