Explore the mysteries of the scenic Laguna de Guatavita, a sacred lake used by the indigenous peoples of Colombia for ritual purposes, on this 6-hour excursion from Bogotá. Discover the intriguing history of this unique body of water, once believed by explorers to be the origins for the legendary story of 'El Dorado,' as your meander its picturesque shoreline. Your tour also includes round-trip transportation from your Bogotá hotel, a guide and all entrance fees.
Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
Half-day tour of Laguna de Guatavita from Bogotá
Explore the lake with your expert guide
Hear about the Colombian legend of El Dorado
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Departure & Return
Departure point
Tour departs from most Bogotá hotels
Departure Time
8amPlease note: Later departure are also available, depending on the time of year and current availability. If you're interested in booking this tour for a later time, simply contact our local operator once your booking is confirmed and they'll do everything possible to accommodate you.
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What To Expect
Journey to the shores of the sacred Colombian lake Laguna de Guatavita as you learn the fascinating history and intriguing mysteries that lie beneath its waters on this half-day visit from Bogotá.Start your trip with a pickup from your Bogotá hotel at 8am, continuing on for a one-hour drive to the lake, just outside the city center. Upon your arrival, follow your guide on an exploration of the lake's key features and hear stories about its rich history. Colombia's indigenous Muisca tribe was believed to use the lake for religious rituals, many of which involved throwing gold jewelry and gold objects into its waters. For the Spanish conquistadors and those who followed after, these stories inspired the myth of 'El Dorado,' inspiring many years of searches to try and locate the lake's hidden treasure.Take time to admire the natural beauty of this picturesque lake before proceeding on to the nearby Tomin e Reservoir, source for Bogotá's water supply, and to a local craft market, where you'll have the chance to shop for wool, clay and gold products, before returning to your Bogotá hotel.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This tour includes an insurance. Please send Passport number by the time of booking to make the insurance effective
A medium-high amount of walking is involved; you must be of average fitness and able to keep up with the rest of the group
Hiking shoes are necessary for this activity
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.