SebastianGalvisChicamocha Canyon
Two thousand meters deep and 227 km long. The cable car crosses it from side to side in 25 minutes.
Year-round. Dry heat at the bottom of the canyon.
What to see and do
- Panachi–Mesa de los Santos cable car
- Paragliding from Curití
- Class IV rafting on the Chicamocha
What to eat
- Goat
- Santander-style arepa
How to get there
45 minutes from Bucaramanga or 1 hour from San Gil on the national highway.
| From | Mode | Time | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucaramanga | bus | 45 min | $15.000 – $25.000 |
Where to stay
Usually done as a day trip from San Gil or Bucaramanga.
No particular risks.
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Quick answers
What is Chicamocha Canyon known for?
Two thousand meters deep and 227 km long. The cable car crosses it from side to side in 25 minutes.
How do you get to Chicamocha Canyon?
45 minutes from Bucaramanga or 1 hour from San Gil on the national highway.
When is the best time to visit Chicamocha Canyon?
Year-round. Dry heat at the bottom of the canyon.
How many days do you need in Chicamocha Canyon?
Plan for about 1 day to see the essentials without rushing.
Is Chicamocha Canyon safe to visit?
No particular risks.
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