Nature
La Carbonera, Wax Palm Sanctuary
La Carbonera is home to one of the largest and best-preserved wax palm populations in the world, on the border between Quindío and Tolima and away from the crowds of Cocora. You reach it along the old Camino Nacional, at 3,370 m above sea level.
- Duration8 h
- ScheduleStart between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM
- WhereCajamarca, Tolima
- FormatPrivate
- LunchLunch included
- PriceGet a quote with Jenny
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What's included
- Transport
- Guide
- Hydration
- Brunch
- Medical insurance
- Digital photos
Not included
- Unrelated expenses are not included.
Good to know
- Wear trekking gear: shoes with good grip, comfortable waterproof clothes and a warm layer.
- Moderate-to-high difficulty; maximum altitude: 3,370 m above sea level.
- Ideal for ages 12 to 60.
- Not suitable for people with a history of heart or respiratory conditions.
🌴 To the wax palm sanctuary!
- 🥾 Hiking shoes with good grip
- 🧥 A warm jacket and layers: you reach 3,370 m a.s.l.
- 🌧️ It may rain: we'll lend you a reusable poncho
- 💧 Reusable bottle (we give you water on the tour)
- 🎒 Small backpack with a snack
- ⏰ Very early departure (6:00–7:00 a.m.)
- ⚠️ Moderate-to-high difficulty: 2 h uphill and 1 h 30 min downhill
La Carbonera · Santuario de Palma de Cera · Cajamarca, Tolima View on map
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