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Fúquene Lagoon & Handicrafts

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Duration

clock10 hours

Overview

    Experience life along the water's edge while learning how to make your own handicrafts from local reeds, enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the lagoon with native fishermen and get acquainted with a variety of wetland waterfowl.

    The Fúquene lagoon is located roughly 2.5 hours north of Bogotá at an altitude of 2500 m.a.s.l. The lagoon was once one of the largest water bodies in South America and is an important nesting ground for both local and migratory birds.

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  • Private transportation

What to Expect

    Description: Journey with us through green mountain trails at 2600 m.a.s.l. as we discover a land filled with waterfalls, orchids and native medicinal plants. Make your way up to La Chorrera, one of the tallest waterfalls in the Andes mountains at 590 meters high! Difficulty: This trail is of medium difficulty with some steep, uneven and slippery surfaces so hiking boots are recommended. You can also bring a change of shoes & socks in case it rains. You must be in good physical condition to join.  Note: Upon request we are able to provide you with rain boots in most sizes free of charge. Accessibility: Anybody between the ages of 7 to 70 years-old can join. Duration: The total tour time is 8 hours from start to finish with a 3 to 4 hours interpretative hike. Weather: The average temperature is 16ºC with minimums of 12ºC when it is cloudy. About 30% of the time we visit here we experience light rain and about 10% of the time we see heavy rain.

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