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Santa Isabel Trekking

Santa Isabel Trekking.
Hike to one of the Last Snowed Peaks in Colombia

From the mountain ecosystem, Páramo, something unique in the world of countries close to Earth's equator Colombia owns more than 60% of the total of the moors existing on earth.

Embarking on the Santa Isabel Trek is an unparalleled adventure, allowing explorers to ascend one of Colombia's last snow-capped summits. This enthralling two-day expedition unfolds through the enigmatic páramo ecosystem, a surreal landscape brimming with endemic flora, including over 60 species of frailejones—centuries-old plants endemic to the Andean highlands. Trekkers will meander along sinuous mountain trails, culminating at the El Cisne high-altitude refuge, a crucial acclimatization point before the final ascent. The pinnacle of this odyssey is the exhilarating climb to Santa Isabel’s icy crest, affording sweeping panoramas of the national park's untamed splendor. This journey is an impeccable choice for those yearning for trips Colombia that fuse rugged exploration with awe-inspiring vistas. Amidst the multitude of trips Colombia, this particular adventure stands apart for its ethereal landscapes and invigorating challenge.

As travelers traverse this diverse biosphere, they will bear witness to a staggering metamorphosis from lush Andean forests to the stark yet mesmerizing páramo. This high-altitude realm teems with elusive creatures such as the spectacled bear, Andean condors, and nimble deer. The pristine surroundings present an extraordinary opportunity for wildlife observation and evocative nature photography, making it an unmissable experience for devotees of nature travel. The essence of this trek extends beyond reaching the summit—it is an immersion into the intricate web of biodiversity and the paramount importance of ecological preservation.


Why You Should Choose This Tour

Opting for the Santa Isabel Trek is an unrivaled option for those seeking a deeply immersive nature travel experience in Colombia. This expedition not only fortifies one's physical resilience but also imparts invaluable knowledge about the páramo biome—one of Earth's rarest and most ecologically vital ecosystems. Colombia harbors over 60% of the planet’s páramos, rendering this trek an extraordinary opportunity to encounter these enigmatic landscapes firsthand. Led by seasoned highland guides, participants will unravel the profound significance of this fragile ecosystem and the imperative of its conservation.

This trek is tailored for individuals in robust physical condition, capable of undertaking daily hikes spanning up to 20 kilometers, navigating drastic altitude shifts. Choosing this tour not only guarantees adventure but also fosters an intimate bond with Colombia’s untamed heritage, cementing its status as one of the most unforgettable trips Colombiafor ardent nature aficionados and thrill-seekers. For those captivated by nature travel, this tour proffers an unrivaled confluence of exploration, cultural profundity, and breathtaking scenery. Amidst the myriad trips Colombia has to offer, this sojourn emerges as an indispensable expedition for those yearning to commune with pristine wilderness and spellbinding topographies.

Beyond the adventure itself, this trek champions responsible tourism, directly benefiting local communities and advancing sustainable ecological practices. Opting for this experience actively supports conservation efforts, safeguarding the delicate páramo ecosystem for future generations. Whether you're a seasoned mountaineer or an intrepid traveler seeking an invigorating challenge, the Santa Isabel Trek promises an indelible experience, deepening your reverence for Colombia’s unparalleled natural majesty. If you are on the lookout for trips Colombia that seamlessly intertwine adventure with environmental consciousness, this odyssey is your ideal match. Likewise, for those with an insatiable passion for nature travel, this trek unveils an immersive sojourn through one of South America's most spellbinding landscapes.

PNN Los Nevados

Paramo

foggy forest

Santa Isabel Summit

Otún Lagoon

PNN Los Nevados

Foggy Forest

Otún Lagoon

Paramo

Santa Isabel Summit

We will Take you to:

  • Tour the mountain trails of the Los Nevados National Natural Park. You will be able to climb to the snowy summit of Santa Isabel from the Cisne refuge, which will be the place where we will stay. You will have expert mountain guides as well as local guides from the region who will help us make logistics more comfortable.
  • Learn along the way about the local ecosystem of the páramo, its flora and fauna in the high mountains, its importance for the conservation and sustainability of Colombia. 

 

Duration:

2 days

Season:

All year

Accommodation:

El Cisne high mountain refuge in the NNP Los Nevados.

LEVEL ACTIVITY

Journey Type

Tourist:  This trip is for relaxing, having fun or both. The type of activities included do not require any sort of physical preparation. It is available for all types of people and all ages.

Sportive-Active: These types of trips are more physically demanding. You need to be mentally and physically prepared for long range routes of some sort of adventure sport. You should be in good physical shape.

Active: This type of journey means a certain type of physical effort as well as physical preparation is needed. This is the first of the Active levels, so only basic and low physical preparation is required.

Expedition: Adventure trips which require varying physical levels of fitness. They are only suitable for well-prepared people, and you may face some uncertainness due to time or weather in the trip location.  Some situations will require mental as well as physical strength.

Activity Level

1 For people with physical disabilities.

2 For people who have never done any sort of physical exercise. 

3 For people who have done some exercise in the past but may have spent the last 2 years not moving a finger. 

5 For people who exercise every month of the year but not necessarily with great regularity. People with good health and travelling experience.  You will face every day activities which require average physical effort, such as short treks, or other types of activity which are not longer than 2 to 3 hours a day during the trip. 

5: Para personas que hacen ejercicio todos los meses pero que no necesariamente tienen una continuidad o una exigencia alta, con buena salud en general, experiencia viajando. Pueden enfrentar actividades con esfuerzo físico todos los días, pero en lugares sin pendientes, o trayectos cortos, que no pasen de 3 horas al día de actividad durante el viaje.

 

6 For people who like to do exercise, even with some discontinuity during the year, and are in good physical shape and good health. Those who have travelling experience, as well as camping experience. You can face 17kms (11Milles) hikes in one day, and changes in altitude of 800mts (265Ft) height at least once a week.

 

7 For people who exercise 3 to 4 times a week, are in good physical shape, have experience in adventure sports, as well as experience of camping for periods of 3 to 5 days. You can face a 20km (12mile) hike every day for 4 days with changes in altitude of 900mts (290Fts) or more. You know your rhythm, as well as how your body performs in difficult weather conditions. 

8 The same characteristics as 7, plus technical knowledge of some adventure sports.  

9  For specialized professional sports people. Routes carefully designed for high performance. Only by request.  




NIVEL - HORIZONTAL

LEVEL ACTIVITY

Journey Type

Tourist:  This trip is for relaxing, having fun or both. The type of activities included do not require any sort of physical preparation. It is available for all types of people and all ages.

Sportive-Active: These types of trips are more physically demanding. You need to be mentally and physically prepared for long range routes of some sort of adventure sport. You should be in good physical shape.

Active: This type of journey means a certain type of physical effort as well as physical preparation is needed. This is the first of the Active levels, so only basic and low physical preparation is required.

Expedition: Adventure trips which require varying physical levels of fitness. They are only suitable for well-prepared people, and you may face some uncertainness due to time or weather in the trip location.  Some situations will require mental as well as physical strength.

Activity Level

1 For people with physical disabilities.

2 For people who have never done any sort of physical exercise. 

3 For people who have done some exercise in the past but may have spent the last 2 years not moving a finger. 

5 For people who exercise every month of the year but not necessarily with great regularity. People with good health and travelling experience.  You will face every day activities which require average physical effort, such as short treks, or other types of activity which are not longer than 2 to 3 hours a day during the trip. 

5: Para personas que hacen ejercicio todos los meses pero que no necesariamente tienen una continuidad o una exigencia alta, con buena salud en general, experiencia viajando. Pueden enfrentar actividades con esfuerzo físico todos los días, pero en lugares sin pendientes, o trayectos cortos, que no pasen de 3 horas al día de actividad durante el viaje.

 

6 For people who like to do exercise, even with some discontinuity during the year, and are in good physical shape and good health. Those who have travelling experience, as well as camping experience. You can face 17kms (11Milles) hikes in one day, and changes in altitude of 800mts (265Ft) height at least once a week.

 

7 For people who exercise 3 to 4 times a week, are in good physical shape, have experience in adventure sports, as well as experience of camping for periods of 3 to 5 days. You can face a 20km (12mile) hike every day for 4 days with changes in altitude of 900mts (290Fts) or more. You know your rhythm, as well as how your body performs in difficult weather conditions. 

8 The same characteristics as 7, plus technical knowledge of some adventure sports.  

9  For specialized professional sports people. Routes carefully designed for high performance. Only by request.  




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