THREE BARBOSA WATERFALLS IN ONE DAY TOUR FROM MEDELLIN
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Barbosa is a magical place.
With proper restrictions – to control
overdevelopment and ensure there is not overtourism – this area should be unlocked
for those who respect nature and appreciate unique local experiences.
I cannot wait to come back.
THREE BARBOSA WATERFALLS IN ONE DAY TOUR FROM MEDELLIN
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Yes, Pablo Escobar held Medellin and
Colombia hostage for more than a decade.
And certainly, the FARC and other groups
aiming for revolution have done bad things.
But during a week in the center of
Medellin and two days in the countryside – I felt as safe as anywhere in
America.
When you think about how dangerous our
driving is and how we do nothing in the U.S. to curb gun violence – I think
Colombia has rapidly become more safe and tranquil than the nation I was born
in.
THREE BARBOSA WATERFALLS IN ONE DAY TOUR FROM MEDELLIN
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When you are knee deep in cool, pure
water -- looking up at cascades of mountain water -- you will reconnect with
nature.
Like everybody, I have my concerns
about clients, earnings, savings, health and poor local, state and federal
government in the U.S.
Hearing rushing water, then coming out
of the trees and lush greenery to see a unique waterfall – it is a deeply
spiritual and profound experience.
This is one of the most physically and
mentally renewing day trips possible.
In less than an hour, you are driven
from the urban intensity of Medellin into the paradise that is rural Colombia.
The tour passes the quaint center of
the town of Barbosa.
It visits we will visit the Cascada Chorron
plus two other waterfalls that I believe are roughly translated to the
Waterfall of the Wind plus the Cave of Love/Enchantment.
THREE BARBOSA WATERFALLS IN ONE DAY TOUR FROM MEDELLIN
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The lavish local lunch, as well as an
optional brief breakfast, is included in the price along with transportation
and admission to the natural sites.
Expert guide Camilo Escobar helped
keep my camera and wallet dry during my Andean adventure.
The price is a bit more than the
typical Medellin area big group tour -- but it is worth double what is charged.
THREE BARBOSA WATERFALLS IN ONE DAY TOUR FROM MEDELLIN
Barbosa native Camilo Escobar is a
passionate and brilliant guide who will emphasize safety while taking you to three
hidden waterfalls.
There are three convenient pickup
sites, but because I was the only one who booked the $120 tour that day – Camilo
came directly to my hotel in Laureles that morning.
He quickly shares his expertise about
and love for Barbosa's spectacular nature.
Camilo supplied aqua shoes, a precision
walking stick and a steadying hand over slick rocks during small river
crossings.
THREE BARBOSA WATERFALLS IN ONE DAY TOUR FROM MEDELLIN
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Once a feared place, it is a modern
city with fabulous gastronomy, green spaces, neighborhoods, historic buildings,
transit, music and people.
Colombia is one of the most naturally
beautiful nations on earth.
We very highly recommend a day trip
outside of the hustle and bustle of Medellin – and into the lush green
mountains and cool pure water.
Guatape plus Piedra de Penol are the
most famous day trips – but we say under the radar Barbosa is well worth some of
your time and money.
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