Salento in 2 days: the itinerary we recommend at reception
A perfect weekend in Salento: Cocora Valley, town, coffee and trout, with real schedules and the tips we give our guests.
July 10, 2026 · 2 minBlog
Guides, tips and recommendations for your stay in Salento, the Cocora Valley and the Coffee Region.
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How to get from Salento to JardĂn by bus: the complete guide
Route, schedules, prices and tips for traveling from Salento to JardĂn (Antioquia) by public transport.
Salento in 5 days: the complete itinerary, no rushing
Five days in Salento and its surroundings: Cocora, coffee, the Santa Rita waterfall, La Carbonera and time to live the town properly.
July 8, 2026 · 2 min
Salento in 7 days: town, palms and high mountains
A full week in Salento: Cocora, coffee, waterfalls, La Carbonera and a high-altitude trek to Paramillo del QuindĂo or Nevado del Tolima.
July 6, 2026 · 2 min
The best cafés in Salento (tested cup by cup)
Where to drink great coffee in Salento: from the plaza tinto to specialty coffee on Calle Real and the farms — the list we give our guests.
July 2, 2026 · 2 min
La Carbonera: the other wax palm forest (without the crowds)
How to visit La Carbonera from Salento: the region's largest wax palm forest, along the old road to Toche, far from mass tourism.
June 20, 2026 · 2 min
Santa Rita waterfall: the half-day escape almost nobody does
How to get to the Santa Rita waterfall from Salento: the route through BoquĂa, prices, what to bring and why it's our favorite afternoon plan.
June 15, 2026 · 2 min
Nevado del Tolima: every route to its 5,220 meters
We compare the routes up Nevado del Tolima: via the Cocora Valley, via Ibagué and via Anzoátegui — duration, difficulty and which one to choose.
June 10, 2026 · 2 min
Anzoátegui to Salento: the secret traverse to Nevado del Tolima
The Nevado del Tolima route that starts in Anzoátegui and ends in the Cocora Valley: day by day, logistics and why it's the cordillera's most beautiful traverse.
June 5, 2026 · 2 min
Paramillo del QuindĂo: high mountains without ropes or crampons
The Paramillo del QuindĂo guide from Salento: what it is, how many days it takes, how hard it is and why it's the best first 4,000er of your life.
May 30, 2026 · 2 minHow to hike the Cocora Valley without missing a thing
Routes, schedules, prices and the best wax palm viewpoints: the Cocora Valley guide written from Salento.
May 22, 2026 · 2 minWhat to pack for Nevado del Tolima
The definitive gear list for the Nevado del Tolima trek from Salento: layering, technical gear and the most common mistakes.
April 28, 2026 · 2 min
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