Having never really done a tour of any kind in the past, I was surprised at how organic everything felt. There was always an opportunity to detour, try new food, check out cultural things, relax, be lazy, etc. but somehow we still achieved all our goals. Having the opportunity to do some pretty hard climbing was great.
ROCK CLIMBING COLOMBIA GETAWAY - SPRING 2022
Chill eco-lodge that feels like a climbing resort
World-class rock climbing 5 minutes from your bed
Sunny tropical vibes to help you recharge
This all-inclusive getaway to Colombia is the magic pill you need to cure the Winter Blues, touch up your suntan and get your MOJO BACK!
• Test your abilities and develop new skills at the two best climbing areas in Colombia.
• Get stoked climbing the classics at Suesca Rocks, the birthplace of Colombian climbing.
• Relax and recharge at a beautiful eco-lodge built right on top of amazing red sandstone cliffs at the La Mojarra climbing area.
• Accommodation mere minutes from the climbing, includes Yoga House with a million-dollar view overlooking the Chicamocha Canyon.
• The Lodge restaurant prepares healthy and hearty meals with fresh Colombian ingredients including delicious tropical fruits bursting with sun-ripened flavours!
Why Take This Tour?
Safe and fun sport with a variety of routes and styles for all ability levels
Expert guides show you the very best routes to maximize your days
Million-dollar views overlooking the Chicamocha Canyon
Warm and colourful Colombian culture will win your heart and the amazing hospitality at La Roca Refugio allows you to relax and recharge
Fall even more deeply in love with rock climbing at this amazing location run by climbers for climbers!
Cultural side trip to the local market will delight your tastebuds and stimulate all your senses
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Trip Details
Trip Details
Price
$2360 with shared accommodation
$2530 with private accommodation
*$1000 USD to reserve. Full payment required 30 days before scheduled departure date.
Trip Dates
March 12th – March 20th 2022
Meeting point
Bogota (finishes in Bucaramanga)
Duration
9 days, 8 nights
Group size
Minimum: 2
Maximum: 8
Participation requirements
- 18+
- Suitable for all climbers
Included
- 5-6 days climbing with an expert guide at Colombia’s 2 most important climbing destinations
- 1 thrilling whitewater rafting trip (other options available)
- Private Transportation
- Private Accommodation (shared options are available at a reduced cost)
- All Breakfasts
- Accommodation
- Certified guide
- All group climbing equipment
- Welcome Dinner on Day 1
- Celebratory Wrap-Up Dinner on Final Day
- Cultural side tours
- **For personal equipment and packing list see below**
Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Personal climbing equipment
Personal Equipment Packing List
- 2 pairs climbing shoes in good condition
- Harness
- Belay device
- Safety Tether
- Chalk bag
- Helmet
- Runners or Approach shoes
- Sporty clothes
- Swimsuit
- Jacket for evenings
- Sunglasses, sun hat, and good quality sunblock
- Travel insurance that covers climbing
- Trip Cancellation insurance recommended
- MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF NEGATIVE COVID TEST FOR ENTRY INTO COLOMBIA
Number & type of staff for tour
Bilingual and certified lead climbing guide, bilingual and experienced co-ordinator, and private shuttle service
Itinerary
DAY 1. Drive to Suesca.
Your guide will greet you at the airport and drive you to Suesca. Escape the hustle and bustle of Bogota, and go straight to the rocks where you will enjoy clean air ‘en el campo.’ Option to climb or explore the town depending on your arrival time. Don’t be surprised if you feel a bit tired! Suesca sits at 2500m elevation. In the evening, as part of your warm welcome to Colombia, we invite you to dinner. We’re so glad you could make it.
Accommodation – beautiful private cabin in front of the rocks for easy climbing area access, with inspiring views.
DAY 2. First Climbing Adventures.
Your expert lead guide will take you to a fun warm-up crag. There, he’ll get familiar with your skills and go through some basic teaching and instruction to set you up for a safe and enjoyable trip!
Accommodation – beautiful private cabin in front of the rocks for easy climbing area access, with inspiring views.
DAY 3. Full Day of Climbing!
By now you’ll be feeling more comfortable in Colombia. Your guide will show you some climbs to push your limits and help you work on your technique. There’s a big variety in the rock at Suesca, so lots of opportunities to try new things.
Accommodation – beautiful private cabin in front of the rocks for easy climbing area access, with inspiring views.
DAY 4. Drive North to San Gil and rest your climbing muscles.
Right away you will notice a difference in the air. Friendly people and a warm climate make for a beautiful side trip to San Gil. The local rafting run is a world class trip led by highly qualified bilingual guides. Simply put, the Class V Rio Suarez is a must do while we are in Santander province! The rafting trip is optional and there are lots of other fun activities you can do to get a feel for the colourful local culture and beautiful landscape.
Accommodation – comfortable hotel.
DAY 5. Class V Rafting Adventure on the Rio Suarez. Are you ready to get wet today?
Meet at the rafting office downtown after breakfast, then drive out to the river and bash your way through the big waves and frothing holes led by the best guides and kayakers in the country. After the awesome rafting tour, and lunch, and a shower, it’s time to drive to La Mojarra climbing area. Goal is to leave San Gil in time to enjoy the scenic drive across the Chicamocha Canyon in daylight. It’s likely that arrival and check in will happen at the eco-lodge after dark, but that just means you will wake up in the morning and see the amazing views for the first time.
Accommodation – Beautiful eco lodge – option for private room or comfortable bed in shared room.
DAY 6. Rise and Shine! It’s time to explore new rocks at La Mojarra.
The eco lodge is built directly on top of the cliffs, so you can take your time to enjoy a coffee, stretch out in the yoga house, and eat a big breakfast to fuel up for a full day of climbing. Whenever you’ve had enough for one day, or if you want to go back up the stairs to the restaurant for lunch, the climbing areas are only 5 minutes from the lodge.
Accommodation – Beautiful eco lodge – option for private room or comfortable bed in shared room.
DAY 7. Awesome Full Day of Climbing.
By now you’ll be feeling comfortable at La Mojarra and your guide will show you some fun climbs to test your limits. At the end of the climbing day you will feel at home in this amazing place run by climbers, for climbers. Best climbing atmosphere in all of Colombia! Tonight, celebrate your climbing accomplishments with a big feast.
Beautiful eco lodge – option for private room or comfortable bed in shared room.
DAY 8. Last Chance to climb before departing to Bucaramanga.
Depending on your flight arrangements, you might have a chance to climb for a few hours in the morning. Whenever you need to get to the airport, transportation will be provided to the Airport in Bucaramanga. From there you can catch a short connecting flight to Bogota and head home.
*Let us know your travel plans so we can help you get back to the airport or wherever your onward travel takes you. South America Rocks will arrange transportation to the airport for you and assist in the next steps in your journey to ensure the rest of your trip goes smoothly.
*Option to purchase an add-on package to extend your stay in Colombia and climb at another beautiful area.
Frequently Asked Questions
You don’t need to be an expert to have a safe and fun climbing experience at Suesca and La Mojarra. There are a variety of walls and routes with beginner friendly grades and South America Rocks always employs expert guides to manage a safe and fun experience.
Yes, there are restaurants with a wide variety of vegetarian friendly options. And your guides are more than happy to make a special trip to the local market to pick up all the healthy and delicious fruits and vegetables you desire to munch on through your trip.
Don’t worry, airport staff are easygoing and helpful and once you exit into the arrivals area we will pick you up and take you to the hotel to meet the rest of the group.
Good to Know
- 10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE IF YOU BOOK WITH A FRIEND
- Option to purchase an add-on package to explore and climb another beautiful area in Colombia – Ex. Let South America Rocks organize a fun and colourful climbing package in Medellin, including guide, food and accommodation to suit your budget.
- For extra vertical adventure, ask about a guided multi-pitch rock climb up the awesome Suesca rock formation.
- Or get private instruction on the fine art of trad climbing and how to place gear and build anchors
- Make sure your climbing equipment is in good condition and bring a backup pair of climbing shoes. The climbing area is far from any climbing shops.
- You can purchase additional days of climbing at SUESCA just outside Bogota.
- Colombia is a lot safer than you think, Bogota and the other major cities are very modern
- Bogota tap water is safe to drink, but a bit bleachy
- Purchase drinking water at the climbing area, or bring a good quality water filter.
See what our clients say about this tour
The Colombia tour with South America Rocks was definitely a great experience! Normally organized tours is not my style of traveling so I was hesitant to sign up but I’m so happy I did. The climbing was excellent! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
The whole trip was great. The rafting tour in San Gil on the Rio Suarez with Colombia Rafting was wild and exciting and we celebrated with the biggest burgers ever at Gringo Mike’s later that night. I had a great time working with Will on this South America Rocks climbing adventure.
I am a beginner climber, but I always felt included in the daily plans, and safe wherever we went climbing. I am a yoga teacher, so it was a real treat to start each day with a calming practice up in the yoga house, which looks out over the rocks and the canyon below with a million dollar view. San Gil rafting was also super cool. The guides at Colombia Rafting are very safety conscious.
