$2,000,000
PER PERSON
The Nevado del Tolima Tour is a highly demanding route, ideal for experienced hikers seeking a challenge in the Colombian Andes. Get ready to conquer one of the country's most iconic peaks.
For this type of expedition, technical clothing is essential (waterproof/quick-drying pants, thermal leggings, and a technical jacket). Find everything you need in our online store.
Group departure dates
👥 Next departure forming
4 people ready for this tour
Once we complete the minimum group (2 more needed), we will confirm the date and notify everyone.
Price table
The price of this excursion depends on the number of people going. If you prefer to go in a group, we can check with other agencies to complete a group departure.
- 2 people: $2,800,000 COP (each)
- 3 people: $2,400,000 COP (each)
- 4 or more people: $2,000,000 COP (each)
Note: Some agencies offer the tour with camping in Arenales because it is the closest point to the summit. It costs $2,300,000 due to the extra logistical costs.
Includes
- 👨🏫 Professional mountain guide expert in high-altitude mountaineering.
- 🚐 Private transportation from Salento.
- 🍳🥗🍲 Full meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the 4 days.
- ⚕️ Medical assistance insurance.
- 🎟️ National Park entrance fee.
- 🏡 Accommodation at rural farms/refuges.
❌ Does not include
- 🧥 Clothing, boots, or personal equipment not specified.
- ❌ Personal expenses or food not described in the plan.
- 🚐 Transportation from your city of origin to Salento.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Cocora Valley - Ascent
- 🥐 Breakfast in Salento and transfer to Cocora Valley.
- 🥾 19 km trek to the accommodation farm (ascent).
- 🍝 Lunch and dinner included.
- 🛌 Overnight stay in shared accommodation.
Day 2:
Acclimatization
- 🥐 Breakfast (7:00 am).
- 🥾 Acclimatization hike (5 km).
- 🍝 Lunch and dinner included.
- 🛌 Overnight stay at a rural refuge.
Day 3:
Summit Attempt
- 🌙 12:00 am: Nevado del Tolima summit attempt.
- 🍳 Trail breakfast and lunch.
- 🍝 Dinner and rest at a rural refuge.
Day 4:
Return
- 🥐 Breakfast (7:00 am).
- 🥾 Descent to Cocora Valley.
- 🍝 Farewell lunch in Cocora Valley.
💡 RECOMMENDATIONS:
- 🧥 Waterproof windbreaker jacket: it is the layer that protects you from the wind on the glacier
- 🧶 Thermal mid-layer: fleece or lightweight down jacket
- 👕 Long-sleeved thermal base layer, made of synthetic material or merino wool (never cotton: it retains sweat and cools you down)
- 🩳 Quick-drying mountain pants, preferably with a waterproof layer. No jeans
- 🧦 Two pairs of thermal socks, one dry spare pair
- 🥾 Waterproof high-shaft trekking boots, already broken in
- 🧤 Waterproof gloves plus one pair of thin spare gloves
- 🧢 Thermal hat that covers the ears and a buff for the neck and face
- 🕶️ Sunglasses with UV filter: on snow, radiation reflects and can cause temporary blindness
- 🧴 Sunscreen 50+ and lip balm with protection
- 📱 Thermal phone cover: on the glacier, the cold drains the battery in minutes
- 🔋 External battery, just in case
- 💧 At least 2 liters of water and quick-energy snacks (nuts, bars, chocolate)
- 🎒 30-40 L backpack with waterproof cover
- 💊 Personal medications and ID card
- 🛍️ We have thermal clothing, gloves, hats, and covers available in our store
Restrictions
- ♿ Reduced mobility: People with reduced mobility or difficulty performing demanding high-mountain treks.
- 🫀 Heart or respiratory conditions: People with heart or respiratory conditions.
- 🤰 Pregnant women: Women who are pregnant.
- 👤 Age: From 15 to 70 years for routes, traverses, and summits.
- 💊 Medical treatment: If you have medical treatment, bring your medications with you during the entire journey.
- 🏔️ Physical condition: Adequate physical condition is required to walk in high mountains and face altitude changes.
- 🧑🏫 Authorized guide: Entry must be made with an authorized guide and complying with the conditions established by the Park.
- 🧥 Waterproof windbreaker jacket: it is the layer that protects you from the wind on the glacier
- 🧶 Thermal mid-layer: fleece or lightweight down jacket
- 👕 Long-sleeved thermal base layer, made of synthetic material or merino wool (never cotton: it retains sweat and cools you down)
- 🩳 Quick-drying mountain pants, preferably with a waterproof layer. No jeans
- 🧦 Two pairs of thermal socks, one dry spare pair
- 🥾 Waterproof high-shaft trekking boots, already broken in
- 🧤 Waterproof gloves plus one pair of thin spare gloves
- 🧢 Thermal hat that covers the ears and a buff for the neck and face
- 🕶️ Sunglasses with UV filter: on snow, radiation reflects and can cause temporary blindness
- 🧴 Sunscreen 50+ and lip balm with protection
- 📱 Thermal phone cover: on the glacier, the cold drains the battery in minutes
- 🔋 External battery, just in case
- 💧 At least 2 liters of water and quick-energy snacks (nuts, bars, chocolate)
- 🎒 30-40 L backpack with waterproof cover
- 💊 Personal medications and ID card
- 🛍️ We have thermal clothing, gloves, hats, and covers available in our store
💳 Payment and reservation policies
- Reservation: Confirm your spot with 40% of the total value by sending the receipt to this chat. Deposits are non-refundable.
- Balance (60%): Must be paid 10 days before the departure date, via transfer or cash.
- Maximum retention: Retention percentages are calculated on the total value of the tour, up to the maximum of what you have paid. If you only paid the reservation (40%), the maximum you can lose is that reservation.
⚠️ Cancellation and rescheduling
- Cancellation with more than 45 days' notice: Retention of 30% of the total value. The rest remains as a credit for a future departure.
- Cancellation between 30 and 44 days before: Retention of 30% + penalty of 20% for logistical expenses.
- Cancellation between 11 and 29 days before: Retention of 40% of the total value. Since at this point you have only paid the reservation (40%), this becomes a full retention; there is no refund.
- Cancellation with 10 days or less notice: Retention of 100%. At this point you have already paid the full balance and the costs with providers (transportation, guide, insurance, permits) are committed. There is no refund or rescheduling.
- Transfer of spot: You can transfer your spot to another person up to 48 hours before departure, subject to prior approval. This way you don't lose what you paid if you cannot go but someone you trust can.
- Minimum group not reached: If the minimum group is not completed, the date will be rescheduled or 100% of the paid amount will be refunded.
- Weather or force majeure: The departure will be rescheduled or a voucher will be issued for 100% of the paid amount.
What travelers say
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La experiencia para el Nevado de Tolima fue excelente! Los guías muy profesionales y siempre dando ánimos para llegar a la cima! Recomendados al 100%!! Gracias
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The landscape was amazing and the guide really took the time to talk about all different aspects of the area.
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