Group Hike / Chingaza National Park / Siecha Lagoons

NEXT DATE: SATURDAY, 1 FEBRUARY 2025

As is customary, we begin the calendar of walks with the SIECHA LAGOONS, to thank and ask this magical place to a year full of adventures and prosperity.

This place is mystical and inspiring. Its three lagoons (Fausto, America and Siecha) adorn the landscape among endemic frailejones, puyas and hummingbirds. The mist and its silence is an invitation to explore and be amazed by the majesty of the Chingaza National Natural Park. Its lagoons are part of the Sacred Lagoons of the Muyscas, Water was a life-creating element for their cosmogony, they likened it to a womb and in its waters they also performed the Ceremonia del Dorado (Golden Ceremony).

We begin the hike gaining altitude and visualizing the valley of Guasca, little by little we go into the moor until we reach the viewpoint of the three lagoons, visualizing the imposing secret nestled at the top of the mountain surrounded by imposing blades that protect them.

The tour will start on a road, going up to the entrance of Natural Parks where we will receive a talk from the park rangers, we will continue along the interpretive trail located at 3.3000msn where we can find all the moor vegetation, we will continue ascending to the viewpoint of the 3 lagoons located at 3.600 masl. We will have some time to marvel at its beauty and the unique paramo landscape. The return will be almost the same way, all downhill.

EXPLORA VERDE is a tourism agency endorsed by the Chingaza National Park.

Price National or foreigner resident in Colombia or member of the Andean Community (CAN) $160,000 ea. Foreigner Not resident in Colombia or member of the CAN $210,000 ea.

Itinerary

Walking distance: 10 km approx.

Approx. walking time: 5 to 7 hours

Climate: Cold

Ecosystem: Paramo

Average altitude: 3,000 to 3,600 meters above sea level.

Location: Guasca - PNN Chingaza

Start of hike: 2 hours from Bogota

Attractions: Sacred lagoons, endemic Frailejones, paramo landscape, rock formations, Muysca history.

Price

Price National or foreigner resident in Colombia or member of the CAN $160,000 each | Foreigner Not resident in Colombia or member of the CAN $210,000 each

Includes

Private transportation from Bogotá | Entrance fee to Chingaza National Park | Professional guide endorsed by the Park | Insurance for National Parks | Refreshments

Does not include

Lunch, you can bring lunch and we will have it at the lookout point (please note that single-use plastic is prohibited in the protected area).

How can you register?

Select the date on which the group experience is scheduled 2. Select the number of people who will participate 3. BOOK NOW 4. Continue with the payment and requested data 5. 6. If you have any problems at the time of booking or concerns please write to WhatsApp: +57 3229609311 or email info@exploraverde.co

Activity levels

C) Stem: Intermediate level, with moderate requirement (3.5 out of 5).

Map

Frequent questions

WHAT HAPPENS IF I CANNOT PERFORM THE ACTIVITY?

CANCELLATION POLICIES FOR ONE-DAY HIKING EXPERIENCES On the part of the participants - If you request a cancellation 8 days in advance and up to 5 days before the start date of the hike, you can reschedule or endorse the departure, without the possibility of a refund. - If the cancellation is equal to or less than 4 days before the start date of the hike, you will not be able to reschedule, but you will be able to endorse the quota. - If you do not show up on the day of departure there is no possibility of rescheduling or refunding the money paid for the reservation. Explora Verde - In the event that the minimum number of participants for each hike is not reached, the full amount paid by the participant will be refunded. - If due to situations beyond the agency's control it is difficult to carry out the hike (weather conditions, road conditions, public disturbances, among others), the hike will be rescheduled discounting the payments made to third parties, in equal parts between the participant and Explora Verde; reimbursing the remaining amount to the participant if the new date of the outing does not coincide with the date of the hike.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO THE EXIT?

1. The weather is cold and humid, take suitable clothes for walking, shoes with good grip, raincoat, hydration and snacks (in summer it may be a little hot, but in the paramo the weather is very variable). 2. Bring your lunch, we will take it in a lagoon or viewpoint, REMEMBER: it is forbidden to bring single-use plastic in the protected area. 3. Bring enough hydration in a reusable bottle for a total of 5 to 7 hours of hiking. 4. Bring your identification document. 5. Suitcase with double loader to store your personal belongings. 6. Cap or cap. | Gloves | Jacket and collar for the cold.

CAN I GO WITH CHILDREN AND PETS?

Yes, it is a hike suitable for children, as long as they like physical activity and nature, we recommend from 10 years old and pay as an adult. It is PROHIBITED the entrance of pets in the National Natural Parks, so leave your pet at home.