Wikimedia CommonsThe Llanos
Savanna to the horizon. Capybara, deer and caiman safaris, ranch work and joropo music until dawn.
December to March, the dry season: animals gather by the streams and are easier to see.
What to see and do
- Photo safari on a Casanare ranch
- International Joropo Tournament in Villavicencio
- Sunrise over the flooded savanna
- Caño Cristalitos
What to eat
- Mamona (llanero-style veal)
- Llanero hayaca
- Fried cachama fish
How to get there
Villavicencio is 3 hours from Bogotá on a mountain road. Yopal has an airport.
| From | Mode | Time | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogotá | bus to Villavicencio | 3 h | $30.000 – $45.000 |
| Bogotá | flight to Yopal | 1 h | $180.000 – $500.000 |
Where to stay
Cattle ranches with tourism are the best experience, and they are not cheap.
Long distances on unpaved roads. Go with a local operator.
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Quick answers
What is The Llanos known for?
Savanna to the horizon. Capybara, deer and caiman safaris, ranch work and joropo music until dawn.
How do you get to The Llanos?
Villavicencio is 3 hours from Bogotá on a mountain road. Yopal has an airport.
When is the best time to visit The Llanos?
December to March, the dry season: animals gather by the streams and are easier to see.
How many days do you need in The Llanos?
Plan for about 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
Is The Llanos safe to visit?
Long distances on unpaved roads. Go with a local operator.
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