Day Trips from Medellín at a glance
- Our pick: Guatapé and Piedra del Peñol day trip from Medellín: 7 tastings, US$ 58 per person (8h–10h, 4.83★ · 2,953).
- Top rated: Medellín to Melcocho River: Private Hike & Forest Swim Day Trip, US$ 386 per person (11h, 5.00★ · 85).
- Best value: Medellin: Cloud Forest Hike & Waterfalls Day Trip Pickup, US$ 45 per person (5h–6h, 4.97★ · 371).
Price per person across the 7 options priced per person: US$ 45–US$ 386 (median US$ 138). With 100+ reviews: 4 of 7.
Of the 7 options: 6 with live guides in English, 7 with free cancellation, 6 with instant confirmation, 5 with hotel pickup, 4 kid-friendly, 3 private and 6 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 50 reviews.
Day Trips from Medellín
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7 options
Guatapé and Piedra del Peñol day trip from Medellín: 7 tastings Day trip from Medellín to Guatapé with Piedra del Peñol climb, boat ride on the dam, and seven regional food tastings including hot chocolate. Every day · 08:00 · Up to age 80 ★ 4.83 (2,953 reviews) Duration: 8h–10h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 58 per person
Guatapé day trip: La Piedra del Peñol & boat tour Day trip from Medellín to Guatapé with hotel pickup, professional guide, boat ride on the Peñol-Guatapé reservoir, and lunch included. Every day · 06:50 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.88 (1,234 reviews) Duration: 10h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 55 per person
Medellin: Cloud Forest Hike & Waterfalls Day Trip Pickup Step into Medellin’s cloud forests, hike to hidden waterfalls, spot rare birds, and share stories with a local guide. Includes snacks, transport, and pickup. Every day · 09:00 · From age 7 ★ 4.97 (371 reviews) Duration: 5h–6h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 45 per person
Guatape & Piedra del Peñol: Private Day Trip from Medellin Colorful Guatape streets, climb Piedra del Peñol, boat tour on the reservoir, breakfast and lunch included. Private day trip with pickup from Medellin hotels. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.89 (298 reviews) Duration: 9h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 138 per person
Medellín to Melcocho River: Private Hike & Forest Swim Day Trip Wake up early in Medellín for a private hike through the Melcocho forest, swim in crystal-clear river pools, and share lunch with locals. Includes pickup & guide. Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (85 reviews) Duration: 11h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 386 per person
San Luis Day Trip: Waterfall Rappelling & Natural Pool Rappel a waterfall in San Luis and swim in Antioquia's largest natural pool on a guided trip from Medellín with all gear provided. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 14 ★ 5.00 (13 reviews) Duration: 10h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 229 per person
Guatapé & El Peñol day trip from Medellín: 702 steps, small group Small-group day trip from Medellín to Guatapé and El Peñol Rock with hotel pickup, a 702-step climb to 7,000-foot views, and a bilingual guide. Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 6 ★ 5.00 (5 reviews) Duration: 12h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 200 per person
All 7 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guatapé and Piedra del Peñol day trip from Medellín: 7 tastingsOur pick | US$ 58 per person | 8h–10h | 4.83★ · 2,953 | Every day · 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| Medellín to Melcocho River: Private Hike & Forest Swim Day TripTop ratedPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 386 per person | 11h | 5.00★ · 85 | Every day · 07:00 | English, Spanish |
| Medellin: Cloud Forest Hike & Waterfalls Day Trip PickupBest valueGroup of up to 10 | US$ 45 per person | 5h–6h | 4.97★ · 371 | Every day · 09:00 | English, Spanish |
| Guatapé day trip: La Piedra del Peñol & boat tourGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | US$ 55 per person | 10h | 4.88★ · 1,234 | Every day · 06:50 | English, Spanish |
| Guatape & Piedra del Peñol: Private Day Trip from MedellinPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 138 per person | 9h 30m | 4.89★ · 298 | Every day · 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| San Luis Day Trip: Waterfall Rappelling & Natural PoolPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 229 per person | 10h | 5.00★ · 13 | Every day · 08:00 | — |
| Guatapé & El Peñol day trip from Medellín: 702 steps, small groupGroup of up to 8 · Pickup offered | US$ 200 per person | 12h | 5.00★ only 5 reviews | Every day · 09:00 | English, Spanish |
By what you need
- Private (3): Medellín to Melcocho River: Private Hike & Forest Swim Day Trip (US$ 386 per person) · Guatape & Piedra del Peñol: Private Day Trip from Medellin (US$ 138 per person) · San Luis Day Trip: Waterfall Rappelling & Natural Pool (US$ 229 per person)
- Small groups (up to 15) (3): Medellin: Cloud Forest Hike & Waterfalls Day Trip Pickup (US$ 45 per person) · Guatapé day trip: La Piedra del Peñol & boat tour (US$ 55 per person) · Guatapé & El Peñol day trip from Medellín: 702 steps, small group (US$ 200 per person)
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