The 13 Waterfall Tours in Medellín That Set the Tone

1.Half Day Waterfall Tour from Medellin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $49Our pick

Leave El Poblado at 9:00 a.m. for a five-hour outing to Chorro de Las Campanas near Envigado. Expect about 2.5 hours of hiking through mud and water before reaching a large mountain waterfall where you can cool off. Guides such as Sebastian and Alejandro help with safety and rough footing. Rubber boots are worth considering.

“Sebastian was wonderful. Helpful and patient with me as I’m not as experienced of a rugged hiker. The people he brought with were incredibly helpful. Really enjoyed my tour group and made some friends”

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2.Fun RAFTING + Awesome PARAGLIDING over giant waterfalls from MEDELLIN

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $369

Leave Medellín at 9:30 a.m. for Cocorná, where you’ll paraglide over waterfalls and canyons for up to 25 minutes, then tackle 2.5 hours of Class IV rafting. Guides such as Fabian, Diego, Julian, Stephen, and Christian are praised for safety, warmth, and good humor. Lunch is optional, and a weather-related flight cancellation brings a $55 refund.

“The rafting was really fun, some really rapid parts and some relaxing parts to appreciate the great nature!”

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3.Barbosa ATV Guided Tour with Waterfalls and Pools.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 49 reviews · 8 hours · from $150

Leave Medellin with guide Camilo or his team for an eight-hour ATV trip through Barbosa. After safety training, ride road and rough mountain tracks past coffee, avocado, and trout farms, then swim in natural pools, visit waterfalls, and learn about local life. Transport, drinks, and snacks are included.

“Camino was a great tour guide. He speaks both Spanish and English and takes time to explain every aspect of the tour. he is passionate and loves showing people his home town and culture. the tour itself is a great experience if you like hiking and ATM'S. The waterfall was beautiful and refreshing and you have heaps of time to enjoy yourself. The dont rush you and accustom to all your needs. Great experience and would do it again. Highly recommend!!”

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4.Dream Hammocks, Zipline, & Waterfall Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 9 hours · from $205

Escape Medellín for a private 9-hour adventure in Antioquia. With a bilingual guide such as Fabian or Diego, you’ll ride Colombia’s 1,400-meter zipline, hike to the 100-meter El Salto del Buey waterfall, and rest in hammocks suspended 150 meters above the ground. Hotel pickup, transport, equipment, and insurance are included. Lunch is not.

“Santiago was an amazing guide and we had such an amazing day”

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5.Aerial Hammocks, Zip and Waterfall Trek on Medellin Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $249

Leave Medellín at 8:30 am for Los Saltos Ecoparque in the Salto de Buey Natural Reserve. You’ll hike to a powerful waterfall, ride two 700-meter ziplines, and rest in hammocks high above the valley. Private transport, a guide, and accident insurance are included. Expect a long but rewarding day.

“Had a great time with Philippe. Explored Cascada Salto Del Buey and the surrounding area. If are looking for an adrenaline rush, the zip lines are 330 meters high.”

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6.Epic Zipline and Giant Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 8 hours · from $173

Travel by private car from Medellin to La Ceja for two 700-meter zipline flights, mountain views, and a hike to the base of a 100-meter waterfall. A bilingual guide sets the pace, explains the area, and handles the safety briefing. Bring sturdy closed-toe shoes, a change of clothes, and good fitness.

“Some of the most fun I’ve ever had before in my life.”

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7.Guatape Coffee Villa including Rock Town & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 9 hours · from $229

Travel from Medellin with a fluent English or Spanish guide such as John, Ana, Carlos, or David. Visit a waterfall, learn coffee production at a mountain villa, climb El Penol Rock, eat beside the lake, and explore Guatape. The private tour lasts 7 to 9 hours and includes transport, entrance fees, coffee tasting, and hotel pickup.

“A great day with guide John who made it a great experience as he made it a nice, easy going day. Guatape is a beautiful town and we climbed the Rock to see beautiful views. We also loved the coffee villa where we learned a lot about the process of making coffee. Definitely recommend doing this tour.”

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8.Secret Waterfall Hike Tour with Snack and Coffee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours · from $62

From El Poblado, your bilingual guide and van take you to a natural reserve for a demanding forest hike, including slippery stream rocks and climbs. Reach a secluded waterfall, swim, and refuel with coffee, a cheese sandwich, and banana. Guides such as Sebastian, Adrian, and Alejo have led this route.

“Sebastian and Adrian were exceptional from the very beginning, demonstrating remarkable knowledge and providing invaluable information throughout the entire tour. I highly recommend this experience as a must-do.”

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9.Nature Experience & Waterfall-Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Leave Medellín by private van for a half-day hike through the La Miel nature reserve. Follow the Río Miel for about 90 minutes through Andean cloud forest, crossing rocks and shallow river sections before reaching the 20-meter waterfall and its natural pools. English and Spanish guides, hotel pickup, a snack, water, and insurance are included.

“Great experience! Nice way along a river. Saw many butterflies. Had the opportunity to swim under a waterfall!”

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10.Private Paragliding Tour Over Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 5 hours · from $157

Leave Medellín by private vehicle for Cocorná, about 1.5 hours away, and paraglide above canyon walls and giant waterfalls with a professional pilot. Flights last 10 to 15 minutes, or up to 25 minutes in ideal conditions. On the return, stop for an optional mountain lunch with a 360-degree view of Antioquia.

“overall experience was amazing! highly recommend doing this activity. breath taking views! Fabian was awesome! he was punctual with pick up time and was very personable. we spoke so much and got to know one another. if you ride with Fabian make sure to ask for his cool magic tricks !”

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11.Natural Reserve: Highest Zipline, Climbing & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 day · from $177

Travel by private Jeep from Medellín to Salto del Buey Nature Reserve for a 300-meter-high zipline, a moderate 1.5-hour hike, and a 120-meter via ferrata beside a waterfall. English-speaking guides such as Luisa and Felipe lead the day. Lunch, coffee, and beer costs should be confirmed before booking.

“I’m really glad I decided to take part in this activity. Luisa was an amazing guide - she shared a lot about Colombia and supported me during my first via ferrata climb. The views were stunning, and the lunch was absolutely delicious.”

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12.Highest Zipline of Colombia Over Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $160

Travel privately from Medellín to La Ceja and Abejorral with a bilingual guide, snacks, safety gear, and insurance. Zip 2,200 feet at 1,000 feet above the ground, then hike 35 to 40 minutes to the base of the Ox waterfall. Good fitness and a body weight under 100 kg are required.

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13.waterfalls and naturals poolls tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 3 reviews · from $80

Leave Medellin with guide Juan Camilo Muñoz in a private white SUV for a four-hour outing near Barbosa. Expect a short urban tour, river scenery, waterfalls, natural pools, snacks, and a drink. Pickup is offered in El Poblado, Laureles, Hermosa Provincia, or possibly Niquía, so confirm your meeting point before departure.

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