Community and Biodiversity Tour of the Tatacoa Desert from Neiva Discount Tickets

4.9
★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 34 reviews |

Get your discount tickets for the Community and Biodiversity Tour of the Tatacoa Desert from Neiva, save up to 9% !

Overview

With Backpackers Neiva you will have a complete immersion in the beauty and diversity of the Tatacoa desert. From a walk along the Magdalena River to exploring natural reserves and valleys full of history, you will immerse yourself in the richness of this unique ecosystem. Unforgettable Encounters with Nature: sighting of fauna such as turtles, birds, reptiles and iguanas, as well as the opportunity to explore rock formations, protected lagoons and the red and gray desert or valley of the xylopalos, provides close encounters with nature in its state purer and fascinating. Contribution to Local Development and Culture: contribute to local development through community work and supporting the local economy. This adds additional value to the trip, generating a positive impact on local communities and their natural environment. We conclude at the Astronomical Observatory, experts will guide you in the mysteries of the universe, and the most amazing phenomena in space

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

English-WRITTEN

Spanish-GUIDE

Spanish-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. backpackers & travelers hostal neiva - desierto de la tatacoa internacional agency
This is the meeting point, we start at 8:00 am, space to meet the group, prepare what is necessary and a talk about the history of the Hostel, its facilities and an explanation and recommendations of the tour
Duration: 10 mins
2. Villavieja
Transportation from the city of Neiva to Villavieja.70 minutes Tour of the town of Villavieja, its museum and its attractions. Know the history. 10 minutes.
Duration: 70 mins
3. Puerto Fluvial Malecon Ferri motos
Tour of the Magdalena River (the most important river in Colombia, sighting of its flora and fauna). 20 minutes
Duration: 20 mins
4. Desierto de la Tatacoa
Departure to the Backpackers and Travelers Neiva Natural Sanctuary within the desert (natural reserve where you will find squids, iguanas, birds and other flora and fauna)
Duration: 30 mins
5. Valle De Los Xilópalos
Exit to the Valley of the Xilópalos (Trail where the remains of petrified wood called xylópalos are found, this valley is grayish in color due to its concentration of phosphorus and silica, capable of volcanic ash, since it was an area of volcanoes and torrential rivers in the middle Miocene epoch). transportation 30 minutes. 4 kilometer hiking route, mild difficulty. through the Valley of the Xilópalos. 110 minutes
Duration: 140 mins
6. Valle De Los Xilópalos
Lunch. 1 hour. Including
Duration: 60 mins
7. Piscina Mineral
1:30 pm Exit to the pool (Activity not included, it is optional and will have a value of $10,000 COP). 30 minutes 2:00 pm Pool (Optional). Enter and enjoy the pool 105 minutes
Duration: 135 mins
8. Desierto Gris
3:45 pm Departure to the red desert (Cusco is mainly characterized by its red and ocher colors, its contrasting green cacti and its labyrinthine topography. If you are lucky, you can even see wild animals such as snakes, scorpions, lizards, eagles and turtles) . 15 minutes. 4:00 pm Arrival at the red desert (4 kilometer walking tour). 105 minutes.
Duration: 120 mins
9. Las Ventanas Mirador
5:45 pm Mirador (You will see the sunset and you will be given a refreshing drink). 45 minutes.
Duration: 45 mins
10. Astronomical Observatory Astrosur Uno
6:30 pm Departure to the observatory-Astronomy (Activity not included, it is optional and will have a value of $10,000 COP). 30 minutes 7:00 pm Observatory-Astronomy (Optional). entry, star viewing and astronomy. 120 minutes
Duration: 150 mins
11. backpackers & travelers hostal neiva - desierto de la tatacoa internacional agency
9:00 pm Return to the city of Neiva. Arrival at Backpackers & travelers Hostel neiva. 1 hour
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Private transportation

Travel insurance

Lunch

Exclusion

Entry and Use of the Hoyos or Natural Pool. Value 10 thousand pesos

Entrance to the Observatory. Value 10 thousand pesos

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Backpackers Neiva

Reviews

4.9

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 34 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

5 stars
31
4 stars
2
3 stars
0
2 stars
1
1 stars
0

Explore other options