Day Tour to Melcocho River

The Melcocho River is Antioquia’s most scenic river. With emerald water flowing through a tunnel of lush Jungle, it is the perfect destination to relax, swim and enjoy nature for the day.

Located only 2 hours East of Medellín near the town of San Francisco, choose to come by bus or let us arrange private transport. Access the remote valley of the Río Melcocho vía 4×4.

Let our knowledgeable guides show you the numerous hidden swim holes and beaches, as well as the endemic species of Fauna and Flora and the countless butterflies of the area.

Enjoy a traditional lunch by the river and choose to go on a small canyon hike, or simply relax!

What to Expect

Meet your driver at 7 am in our office in Medellin and take a scenic drive though the plateau of Rio Negro, before descending into the Samana Watershed. After about 2 hours of traveling, and right before turning off the main highway to head into the jungle, we will make a breakfast stop at “El Palacio de los Frijoles”. Enjoy a gourmet traditional meal and jump into your 4×4 ; here your adventure begins.

First, drive alongside the Rio Santo Domingo. After 20 minutes, the pavement stops. Enter a maze of jungle covered mountains via a small dirt road.  Make a quick stop to chat with local cacao and coffee farmers before finishing the drive in “El Retiro”, a lovely hamlet nested at the end of the valley.

From there your guide will lead you on a trail to the hidden pools of the Melcocho River. You will not believe how pleasant the temperature of the water is! The river bed is wrapped by untouched rain forest, and vines that drop into the water from the canopy. The ambiance is truly magical, and all you have to do is enjoy!

Your guide will prepare a delicious meal, and will describe to you the countless, birds, fish, animals and plant of your surroundings.

Swim, explore the canyon and relax on the beaches.

At the end of the day, as the sun goes down, we will make our way back to the car and enjoy the stunning views over the mountains as we return toward Medellin. Arrive around 7PM  

Included:

• Breakfast (not included if meeting in Pailainia)
• Private luxury van (Optional, please contact us for details – prices indicated are for a meeting point in Pailania)
• 4×4 adventure
• Professional bilingual guide
• Exchange with local, cultural experiences
• River-side lunch
• Drinks and snacks

• Tips
• Visas
• Travel and medical insurance
• Flights
• Personal items such as sunscreen, insect repellant, first aid, clothing, etc