Galeras Volcano + Villages Tour
Galeras Volcano + Villages Tour
We'll meet at 8:30 am next to the monument of Antonio Nariño to begin this adventure in which we'll discover the surroundings of the Galeras volcano. Did you know that it's the most active volcano in Colombia?
During this tour we'll visit some of the villages located on the slopes of the volcano. After a road trip surrounded by coffee plantations and canyons, we'll arrive at Genoy, a community that has learned to coexist with the Galeras volcano, since they are only 7 kilometres (4.3 miles) apart!
After learning about the history of this village, we'll stop in the municipality of Nariño, where you can buy the famous yucca wrappers, a typical sweet. The next stop will be in La Florida, another town where agriculture and livestock farming are very important. You can also find a wide variety of dairy products such as cheese, cakes and ice cream.
Next, we'll travel to the community of Sandoná, from where we'll start a short walk to visit one of the many waterfalls in this volcanic area. On the way back to the village, we'll meet the weavers, women of the community who work the iraca fibre from tropical palm into all kinds of objects, from hats to bracelets.
In Sandoná we'll also visit the school, and then follow a trail that will take us to a local farm where we'll enjoy a delicious homemade lunch with the host family, who will also let us taste their special high-altitude coffee, grown in the surrounding mountains.
We'll then walk through the main square, where we'll see the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Sandoná, a majestic neo-Gothic building that houses a wooden Christ by sculptor Alfonso Zambrano.
From here we'll head to Consaca, the last village we'll visit. You'll be impressed by the views of the volcanic mountain range from this point, where the different shades of colour blend with the panela fields. We'll visit the traditional sugar mills, where the panela canes are ground, and you'll be able to taste the delicious 'melcocha sandoneña', a sweet made from panela and peanuts.
Finally, we'll start our return to Pasto and arrive at the departure point at around 6:30 pm
More Information
Duration
10 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and other languages.
Included
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Lunch
Entrance fees
Refreshments
Small groups, no more than 3 people
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Tapiz De Retazos
Corporate name: Henry Lopez Unigarro
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Antonio Nariño Statue
