Lake Guatavita Tours and Tickets

Without a guided tour of Lake Guatavita, you might miss out on some of the history and folklore that make the area so much more than a beautiful destination. Private transit from Bogotá solves transportation logistics, making it easier for you to get out of the city to enjoy a guided hike, beautiful vistas, and traditional lunch, included, if the option is selected. Plus, value pricing makes this an ideal Bogotá day trip.

Combine a trip out to Guatavita Lake with a visit to the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral with this full-day tour from Bogota. Round-trip transportation and admission to both attractions is included, and you'll have a little time left over to visit the town of Zipaquira before making your way back to Bogota.

Escape the city and experience two of Colombia’s top attractions on a private tour of the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita from Bogota. Descend to the otherworldly Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral; enjoy a Colombian lunch in Zipaquirá, known as the City of Salt; and discover the legend of El Dorado during a visit to Lake Guatavita, a crater lake famed for its vivid green color. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Indigenous economy activities, religious, art, and other determined the settlement of the Spanish and the foundation of Bogotá. In this tour you will understand the relation between the nature, the salt, the Dorado Legend, the Salt Cathedral, Gold Museum, the gold, the cooper and the Bogota population. Since we met, I began to explain some general details about Bogotá, then when we leave the city I will speak about the valley around the city, I will provide information about the original indigenous habitants called “ Muiscas” , their customs, some of their words and how all this heritage is included now in our society and in our food. We will meet a guide of the lake that speaks about the native culture and will explain why is so popular the Dorado Legend?, we will discuss the meaning of this ceremony. We will feel the mystic of the place, its energy and the relationship between nature and this space. In Guatavita town we will enjoy architecture, food, deserts and also handicrafts shopping. In Zipaquira I will speak some details of the Salt Cathedral and I will conduct the traveler to the underground Cathedral, this construction is unique because of its magnificence, the content of every sculpture, the representation of the way to the cross and the cross.

Explore Guatavitá Lake on this guided walking tour from Bogotá. Learn about the culture of the Muisca Indians, the legend of El Dorado, and the biological importance of the area. Then, visit the town of Guatavita, taking in its architecture and buildings, including the city’s bullring. Since it’s a private tour, you’ll be able to stop for photos where desired.

Experience the natural wonders of Colombia on this combined day trip to the subterranean Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Lake Guatavita (Laguna de Guatavita). This fun-filled day of outdoor activity offers an opportunity to discover an amazing cathedral built into the walls of a former mine before checking out a lake considered by many to be the source of the famous “El Dorado” legend. Your tour includes round-trip transportation from your Bogotá hotel plus a guide, lunch, and all entrance fees.

Explore Guatavita Lake and the Salt Cathedral, two of the area's top attractions, in a single tour from Bogota. You'll travel with a guide dedicated to your private party only, which means you'll enjoy plenty of personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. Take in the scenery of Guatavita Lake on a sightseeing tour, then explore the Salt Cathedral with a provided audio guide. Round-trip private transportation makes for a convenient door-to-door experience.

Visit the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and Lake Guatavita on this two-in-one day trip from Bogotá. First, explore the halls of the Salt Cathedral, the only underground Catholic church in the world. Then, venture into Guatavita’s natural park to learn about the cultural significance of the lake, as well as the legend of El Dorado. Complete your tour with a traditional lunch, if option is selected.

Looking for a personalized experience in Bogota? Rent a local friend and enjoy our city in your own pace. Discover the city with a local friend who knows Bogota like the back of his/her hand and will take you to the best places while sharing her love and passion for it. This option has been designed to meet your needs and desires. So, tell us about yourself, your preferences and what you would like to do or see, so we can choose the ideal person to go with you. Thinking of changing plan on the run? No problem, this tour is extremely flexible, we can do it! ​ *This option includes the time of your local friend and tour insurance. During this experience, you are in charge of all the expenses for you and your local friend. If you want private transport, we can include it for an additional fee.

Marvel at the incredible architecture of the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral during a 9-hour private tour of this famous underground landmark and the small towns outside Bogotá. Descend 650 feet (200 meters) underground to this fascinating attraction, learning about the gradual evolution of this subterranean religious sanctuary into a full-blown cathedral. After a lunch of Colombian cuisine, check out the charming atmosphere and local handicrafts of villages like Nemocón and Guatavita. A private guide, transport, lunch and entrance fees are all covered.

A beautiful site shrouded in legends, Lake Guatavita is an important location for the Muisca people and an important Colombian landmark. On this half-day tour, you can learn the stories and history behind the location while admiring its beauty. This private tour includes your transportation, tickets, and a private guide for a personalized, hassle-free experience.

The Bogotá City Pass is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility. Save up to 50% off admission to over 20 top tours and attractions including Cerro de Monserrate, Gold Museum, Salt Cathedral, Guatavita Lagoon, Coffee Farm, Emerald Worshop, La Candelaria and many more. The Bogota City Pass attractions you can select include: - Airport Pick up - Airport Drop off - Panoramic City tour (5 hours) - Gold Museum & Candelaria Tour (3.5 hours) - Night City tour with Monserrate & Andrés DC (5 hours) - Salt Cathedral tour (7 hours) - Guatavita Lagoon & Salt Cathedral Tour (10 hours) - Villa de Leyva Tour - Coffee Farm Tour (12 hours) - Coffee farm tour (7 hours) - Coffee Premium in Candelaria - Local cocktail - Bike tour in Candelaria - Lunch: Ajiaco Typical Food - Typical Juice - Emerald Workshop - Entrance Fee MUSA Museum - Entrance Fee Trajes Museum - Tapas Local Food - Discounts in souvenir shop

We begin our tour of the tourist circuit of La Sabana where you can appreciate different spectacular views of Bogota surroundings. After, we will visit the lagoon of Guatavita. Where you can learn about the history of it. Here we will do a guided tour of about one hour. Minimal physical effort required. Then we will go new Guatavita town , where we can taste a typical lunch. Also taste a delicious Colombian coffee, aguapanela, canelazo, your choice. Afterwards, we will take you on a hike to get to know a viewpoint of the Tominé dam. Here the old town of Guatavita is sunk. In the town of Guatavita which you can have some time for yourself, walk through the town and its main square, enjoy its architecture and beautiful views.

Enjoy a thoroughly designed tour to Guatavita Lake, and Colonial Town with a savvy guide that lets you in on its fascinating Indigenous history. Take in the distinct beauty of the Andean mountain range and the breathtaking view of the Lake. Hear fascinating stories about the ancient communities that used to live there. By the way, have you ever heard about the El Dorado legend? These people would throw gold in the water during their ceremonies. Yeah, no kidding! Stroll through Guatavita's cobbled streets and gaze at its colonial architecture. Delight in the local gastronomy. ✓ Enjoy the flexibility of choosing from 2 tour options thoroughly designed to meet your interests and needs.

Have an adventure in search of the legendary ‘City of Gold’ during this 7-hour private tour to Colombia’s Guatavita region. Explore the architectural treasures of New Guatavita before heading to Guatavita Lagoon, a nearby lake famous for its recovered gold artifacts (and connection to the story of ‘El Dorado’). Before you finish your day you’ll make an optional visit to nearby Zipaquirá or Nemocón, where you can shop for local handicrafts. A private guide, entrance fees, lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included.

This one day tour to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira comes with round-trip transport, entrance tickets, and a guided tour of Zipaquira. Skip the lines at the Salt Cathedral with pre-paid admission, and enjoy a tour of this impressive sight led by a professional mine worker. Discover the colonial beauty of Zipaquira Town and have a meal in a traditional Colombian restaurant (at your expense) before returning to your hotel in Bogota.

Our amazing ALL INCLUSIVE tour starts from your hotel or lodging place in Bogota, the capital of Colombia and you will be transferred to the beautiful municipality of Sesquilé, located approximately 75 km northeast of Bogotá, where Laguna de Guatavita is located. Upon arrival, you will get to know this place full of magic, symbol of the legend of El Dorado and in the company of a native guide of the area you will walk for approximately 45 minutes learning about its history and importance and then arrive at a viewpoint where you can contemplate not only the lagoon but also the beautiful and exotic Colombian landscapes. Later, you will be transferred to the Town of Guatavita, a place full of the history of our indigenous ancestors, where you will make a small tour and before returning to Bogota, you will enjoy a typical lunch of the region. Note: The lagoon does not open on the first working day of the week (Monday or Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday).

We started the experience, picking up travelers at Unicentro, a very traditional shopping center in Bogotá. Our first destination is La Laguna De Guatavita, known worldwide for the legend of El Dorado. Later we will go to the first wonder of Colombia, the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, we will enter the mine, in a guided tour by highly trained professionals to provide all the information about this emblematic place. To end this great experience, we will celebrate with the best gastronomic experience in Bogotá, at the iconic Andrés Carne de Res restaurant, internationally recognized. The Guatavita Lagoon is one of the most culturally attractive and important places in the country, with a history plagued by legends and incredible events. The Salt Cathedral is an architectural jewel of modernity and Andres Carne de Res is the most emblematic restaurant in Colombia. Join us to live this Experience!

Immerse yourself in the depths of the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá and live an overwhelming experience 180 meters underground, a unique wonder in Colombia. Then visit the lagoon of Guatavita to learn about an ancestral ritual and beliefs of the indigenous Muisca culture that inspired the legend of El Dorado. • Surprise yourself with a private tour and guided by the Salt Cathedral • Know the heritage of colonial and republican architecture with a tour in the Plaza Mayor of Zipaquirá. • Enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the best restaurants in Zipaquirá. • Take a guided tour of the Guatavita lagoon, the site of ancient ancestral ceremonies held in honor of the sun and the moon. • Walk the streets of Guatavita where you will admire its charming architecture and colonial style atmosphere.

Explore the mysteries of the scenic Laguna de Guatavita, a sacred lake used by the indigenous peoples of Colombia for ritual purposes, on this half-day 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.

We are going to have a perfect mix between the pre-Columbian world with the native history of the older brothers the Muiscas, in the sacred lagoon of Guatavita and the first wonder of Colombia the Salt Cathedral where we have a connection of culture; indigenous, colonial and republican. we will discover the world and cosmovision of the ancient territory to the present. We will also have an experience with typical foods for breakfast and lunch and some snacks along the way. We will visit the towns of the Cundinamarca region and admire the nature that surrounds us and the beautiful landscapes and architecture of different times. lots of history and culture.

Explore two of the most popular tourist attractions around Bogota on this full-day tour with a savvy guide that lets you on their fascinating history. Discover why the Salt Cathedral is known as the Jewel of Modern Architecture. Delight in its enthralling history as you hear in-depth commentary on the site details, and enjoy some attractions within the Cathedral. By the way, it is the First Wonder in Colombia. Hike your way up to reach the Guatavita Lake, where the El Dorado Legend was—probably—born. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Andean mountain range and the Colonial architecture of Guatavita town. ✓ Enjoy a hassle-free experience and the flexibility of choosing from 2 tour options thoroughly designed to meet your interests and needs. Please check the itinerary for more details.

It is an excellent combination when you want to have the spiritual experience from different worlds: in the morning, you will have a visit to the Guatavita lagoon , source of inspiration for the Legend of El Dorado and the movie with the same name. The beauty of this place will overwhelm you and confirm you minute by minute that you made the best choice. You will cross the Savannah and arrive in the afternoon at the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, the First Wonder of Colombia with an imposing architecture. In a single day you will enjoy the indigenous spiritual cosmogony, Christian spirituality, the beauty of nature and the grandeur of architecture. Is not it a perfect plan? ** It may take longer than usual for road arrangements. ** At the moment Guatavita doesn't have guides in English, you can take the tour in Spanish.

You’ll be going deep underground into the salt labyrinth of Ziapaquira. Exploring chambers, cabins, and tunnels that have been carved out of this mountain. This is where you will discover the famous and massive Cathedral of Zipaquira, 220 yards below the surface of the earth. You’ll uncover the myth of El Dorado and the source of countless expeditions and attempts to drain the legendary lake of Guatavita. You’ll walk the streets of the oldest neighborhood of Bogotá, and marvel at the huge stone buildings and walls dating back 400 years. You’ll also learn the true history of this famous location and the significance of each plaza within it. You’ll enjoy either the teleférico or funicular as you ascend to the great hight of mount Monserrate and look down on Bogotá and its 4,000,000 inhabitants. You’ll enjoy a tour of this holy place, taking in every advantage point before enjoying the ride down this massive mountain again in once again your choice of the teleférico or funicular.