Bernard GagnonSan Agustín
The largest group of megalithic statues in South America: more than 500 funerary figures carved between the years 1 and 900. A World Heritage site.
June to September and December to January.
What to see and do
- Archaeological Park and Forest of Statues
- Alto de los Ídolos
- Magdalena Strait: the river squeezed to 2.2 meters
- Horseback ride to the mesitas
What to eat
- Huila-style roast
- Achiras biscuits
- Tamal
How to get there
Bus from Bogotá (10 h), Popayán (5 h, partly unpaved) or Neiva (4 h).
| From | Mode | Time | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogotá | bus | 10 h | $80.000 – $120.000 |
| Neiva | bus | 4 h | $35.000 – $55.000 |
Where to stay
Farms and rural hostels on the outskirts of town.
The Popayán–San Agustín road is slow and unpaved in sections. Travel it by day.
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Quick answers
What is San Agustín known for?
The largest group of megalithic statues in South America: more than 500 funerary figures carved between the years 1 and 900. A World Heritage site.
How do you get to San Agustín?
Bus from Bogotá (10 h), Popayán (5 h, partly unpaved) or Neiva (4 h).
When is the best time to visit San Agustín?
June to September and December to January.
How many days do you need in San Agustín?
Plan for about 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
Is San Agustín safe to visit?
The Popayán–San Agustín road is slow and unpaved in sections. Travel it by day.
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