Complete Guide to Hiking in Colombia's Cocora Valley: Avoid the Pitfalls, Save Time and Money!

🚶‍♂️Want to experience the natural wonders of Colombia without spending too much time and money? 🏰Then Cocora Valley, near the town of Salento, is definitely the place for you! Known for its towering wax palm trees, the valley offers spectacular views and is known as the "Lost Valley of South America." 🌟 The tallest palm trees in the world, reaching up to 60 meters high! A thrilling experience like walking through Jurassic Park! 🌱Entrance fee: COP 15,000 🌻Tips to avoid pitfalls (important): 🌷Hiking route options: Short route (2 hours): Excellent scenery, low difficulty, free, highly recommended! Long route (12 km, 6 hours): Average scenery, lots of gravel roads, streams, slippery, some narrow sections, poor experience, and requires an additional COP 8,000, not recommended! 🥾Hiking direction: Clockwise is recommended, but many people get it wrong. Be sure to check the direction on Google Maps in advance to avoid going counterclockwise!  The essence of Cocora Valley lies in the short route, which takes less time, has beautiful scenery, and offers great value. The long route is relatively less appealing and not recommended. 🌟Remember, clockwise is the right direction! Have a great time in Cocora Valley!