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March 30-April 6 2027

quindio, colombia

RSVP

The coffee triangle

Tucked between emerald hills and mist-covered valleys, Colombia's Quindio is a world of color, warmth, and natural beauty.

Vast, diverse history.

Ride horseback between towering palms, learn the secrets of coffee and cacao from local farmers, and relax in the healing waters of volcanic hot springs. Our stay is among rolling green hills at a private ecolodge backed up against a forest reserve, just 10 minutes outside of Filandia.

Itinerary

Welcome to the lush heart of Colombia! Upon arrival at Pereira Airport, we'll journey to our peaceful lodge outside of Filandia. Enjoy a welcome lunch surrounded by rolling green hills, then either take the afternoon to relax on the property or head to town and start exploring Filandia's colorful streets and local artisan shops. We'll regroup for our first group dinner tonight!

Day 1
DAY 2

After breakfast, we set out early for the breathtaking Cocora Valley, home to Colombia's national tree: the wax palm. We'll horseback ride through the valley and stop for photo ops and breaks to take in the views. After our lunch stop, we'll explore the charming town of Salento before returning to the lodge for dinner.

We'll have a relaxed morning and later breakfast today before our 1 hour drive to Casa Riviera Cacao. Here we will discover the origins of chocolate and savor its flavors straight from the source. Our in depth experience will teach you about the history of cacao in the Americas and the importance of sustainable agriculture. Lunch will be provided after the tour. We'll return to the lodge for some downtime before our group dinner tonight.

DAY 3

We start early today with an early nature walk led by a local biologist, where we will learn about the region's rich biodiversity. Opportunity to see plenty of bird species, howler monkeys, frogs, and more! Followed by breakfast and a free day to explore the property. This afternoon, we will take a one hour drive to the volcanic hot springs. We aim to arrive before dusk to enjoy the sunset and evening hours surrounded the jungle. We'll stop by the nearby town for dinner before driving back.

Day 4

After breakfast, we visit a local finca for an immersive coffee tour, learning every step from bean to cup. You'll understand why Quindío's coffee is among the world's best. We return to town for lunch, then enjoy free time for shopping or exploring. That evening, we regroup for tejo, one of Colombia's best traditions. This wildly fun national sport mixes friendly competition, cold beers, and a little adrenaline as you throw metal discs at clay targets that explode on impact. It's loud, chaotic, and sure to be one of the trip's most memorable nights.

DAY 5

Enjoy a relaxed free day on the property. Take a hike through the surrounding forest trails, unwind and rest before our journey tomorrow, or make one last visit into town. However you choose to spend it, this is the perfect moment to slow down and take in the sights and sounds of the cloud forest around you. We'll gather for our final group dinner and goodbye party on site later this evening.

DAY 6

Savor your last Colombian breakfast surrounded by the sounds of nature. After heartfelt goodbyes, transport will take the group back to Pereira Airport for departing flights home.

DAY 7

What to Expect

  • The full experience is $3,000 USD per participant, based on double occupancy.

    Single occupancy available upon request.

  • All accommodations, meals, in-country transportation, and scheduled activities.

  • International flights to and from Pereira (PEI), alcoholic beverages, travel insurance, and personal spending for snacks or meals not specified in the itinerary.

  • Credit/debit cards, bank transfers, Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, and Wise. Payment plans are available through Klarna for convenience.