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Community and Biodiversity Tour of the Tatacoa Desert from Neiva
Neiva, Colombia
$55.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
With Backpackers Neiva you will have a complete immersion in the beauty and diversity of the Tatacoa desert. From a walk along the Magdalena River to exploring natural reserves and valleys full of history, you will immerse yourself in the richness of this unique ecosystem.
Unforgettable Encounters with Nature: sighting of fauna such as turtles, birds, reptiles and iguanas, as well as the opportunity to explore rock formations, protected lagoons and the red and gray desert or valley of the xylopalos, provides close encounters with nature in its state purer and fascinating.
Contribution to Local Development and Culture: contribute to local development through community work and supporting the local economy. This adds additional value to the trip, generating a positive impact on local communities and their natural environment.
We conclude at the Astronomical Observatory, experts will guide you in the mysteries of the universe, and the most amazing phenomena in space
Unforgettable Encounters with Nature: sighting of fauna such as turtles, birds, reptiles and iguanas, as well as the opportunity to explore rock formations, protected lagoons and the red and gray desert or valley of the xylopalos, provides close encounters with nature in its state purer and fascinating.
Contribution to Local Development and Culture: contribute to local development through community work and supporting the local economy. This adds additional value to the trip, generating a positive impact on local communities and their natural environment.
We conclude at the Astronomical Observatory, experts will guide you in the mysteries of the universe, and the most amazing phenomena in space
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Community and Biodiversity Tour of the Tatacoa Desert from Neiva
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 14 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Traditional lunch from Huila. a protein, Meat, chicken or beef, A Flour: rice or potato, Salad and Drink
- Travel insurance
- Private transportation
- Entrance to the Observatory. Value 10 thousand pesos
- Entry and Use of the Hoyos or Natural Pool. Value 10 thousand pesos
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This is the meeting point, we start at 8:00 am, space to meet the group, prepare what is necessary and a talk about the history of the Hostel, its facilities and an explanation and recommendations of the tour
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VillaviejaTransportation from the city of Neiva to Villavieja.70 minutes Tour of the town of Villavieja, its museum and its attractions. Know the history. 10 minutes.
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Tour of the Magdalena River (the most important river in Colombia, sighting of its flora and fauna). 20 minutes
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Desierto de la TatacoaDeparture to the Backpackers and Travelers Neiva Natural Sanctuary within the desert (natural reserve where you will find squids, iguanas, birds and other flora and fauna)
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Exit to the Valley of the Xilópalos (Trail where the remains of petrified wood called xylópalos are found, this valley is grayish in color due to its concentration of phosphorus and silica, capable of volcanic ash, since it was an area of volcanoes and torrential rivers in the middle Miocene epoch). transportation 30 minutes. 4 kilometer hiking route, mild difficulty. through the Valley of the Xilópalos. 110 minutes
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Lunch. 1 hour. Including
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1:30 pm Exit to the pool (Activity not included, it is optional and will have a value of $10,000 COP). 30 minutes 2:00 pm Pool (Optional). Enter and enjoy the pool 105 minutes
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3:45 pm Departure to the red desert (Cusco is mainly characterized by its red and ocher colors, its contrasting green cacti and its labyrinthine topography. If you are lucky, you can even see wild animals such as snakes, scorpions, lizards, eagles and turtles) . 15 minutes. 4:00 pm Arrival at the red desert (4 kilometer walking tour). 105 minutes.
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5:45 pm Mirador (You will see the sunset and you will be given a refreshing drink). 45 minutes.
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6:30 pm Departure to the observatory-Astronomy (Activity not included, it is optional and will have a value of $10,000 COP). 30 minutes 7:00 pm Observatory-Astronomy (Optional). entry, star viewing and astronomy. 120 minutes
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9:00 pm Return to the city of Neiva. Arrival at Backpackers & travelers Hostel neiva. 1 hour
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Community and Biodiversity Tour of the Tatacoa Desert from Neiva
Neiva, Colombia
$55.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!