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Explore Cocora Valley & Salento Coffee Experience - Book from Pereira, Risaralda
Experience the three signature magical attractions of the coffee region of Colombia in one unforgettable day from Pereira, Risaralda: walk beneath the towering Wax Palm Tree, the world’s tallest palm, listen to birds, touch the leaves and grass, and gaze across majestic mountains as you connect with mother nature; savor Salento’s authentic flavors with typical dishes like garlic trout, bandeja paisa, and sancocho soup before wandering the colorful streets to admire local architecture and handcrafted souvenirs; then finish at a traditional coffee farm to see how farmers plant, care for, pick, wash, dry, and roast beans so you can taste an excellent cup of Colombian coffee-an ideal full-day, nature-filled, food-forward experience when booking activities and stays through Varoom in Salento.
About this activity in Pereira
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Experience Colombia’s coffee region up close with a guided coffee farm visit where you learn planting, harvesting, washing, drying and roasting before tasting an authentic Colombian cup - all starting from Pereira, Risaralda.
- Walk among the towering Wax Palm trees in the Cocora area, enjoy mountain vistas, birdlife and native flora for an unforgettable outdoor nature moment.
- Savor traditional Salento gastronomy - choose from garlic trout, bandeja paisa, sancocho and other local dishes included at lunch.
- Explore the colorful streets and artisan shops of Salento on a relaxed town stroll, then take home a locally made souvenir provided as part of the experience.
Important Information
- The tour includes a guided coffee experience, private air-conditioned transport, Cocora entry, bottled water, lunch, souvenir and medical insurance; gratuities are not included.
- This full-day outing is suitable for all fitness levels and allows service animals; public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer to join from a central point.
- You’ll travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle - bring weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes for walks in the valley and town.
- Pickup and drop-off logistics are confirmed at booking; the operator provides bottled water and a local lunch featuring Salento specialties.
Meeting Point
Meet in the lobby of your Pereira accommodation or at the agreed central pickup point in the city; the driver will confirm the exact time and location the day before the tour.
Includes
- Join a guided coffee tour in Pereira and learn about local coffee culture while visiting working farms in the Risaralda region.
- Travel comfortably with private transportation provided for your door-to-door convenience around the area.
- Receive an authentic souvenir to remember your experience in Pereira and the surrounding region.
- Enjoy included Cocora entry so you can explore the famous wax palm landscapes without additional fees.
- Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water throughout your activity in Risaralda.
- Savor a provided lunch as part of the experience, letting you focus on exploring the destination.
- Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle for a more comfortable journey across the region's sights.
- Benefit from included medical insurance for peace of mind during your activity in the area.
Excludes
- Gratuities are not included and can be given at your discretion for Services in Pereira.
Other
- Service animals are allowed to accompany you during the activity in this destination.
- Public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer to reach the meeting point independently.
- This activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels, making it accessible to a wide range of travelers in the region.
Customer Reviews
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Summary:
Jose is the most incredible and knowledgeable tour guide! This was my second tour with him having previously come to Colombia a few years ago, and was without doubt one of the reasons I decided coming back to Pereira! This time I came with my partner and this was one of the highlights of our Colombian trip!
Jose has so much knowledge of the area and of the history, and even knew when to arrive so we didn't go to Cocoro Valley at the busiest time but beat the rush! We had a great time walking around Salento and the delicious lunch, but the highlight for us was the coffee farm experience! We got to learn so much about the process and even pick some beans and roast some! We even had enough time to go to Filandia too where Jose took us to a shop to buy the best coffee to take home!
Jose is organised, professional and his knowledge of the areas really made this an incredible experience. It was very easy to organise the tour with him and he made sure we were safe and comfortable at all times. His tours are also the most diverse and unique making them the best in the area!
Next time we come to Colombia we will contact Jose again to help create another wonderful experience! I can only highly recommend booking one of his tours when going to Pereira!
Thank you Jose!
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Summary:
Spectacular visit to the Valley and experience visiting the coffee plantations. And Jose's attention is a 10!! Totally recommended
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Summary:
Magnificent country thanks to our guide José, always available, smiling, passionate about the culture of his country
Nice discovery of coffee
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You’ll enjoy the three original magical experiences of the coffee region in one day: walk among the towering Wax Palm trees and hear native birds against the backdrop of majestic mountains, explore Salento’s colorful streets and handicraft scene while tasting local dishes, and finish at a typical coffee farm to learn how coffee is grown, processed and roasted before sampling a fresh cup.
You’ll taste authentic Salento gastronomy, including garlic trout, bandeja paisa, sancocho soup and other local options that showcase the flavors of the coffee region.
The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels; service animals are allowed and public transportation options are available nearby, making the tour accessible for a wide range of travelers.
Yes - the natural experience focuses on the Wax Palm Tree, the tallest palm in the world, where you’ll hear birds, touch the foliage and take in mountain views that highlight the region’s nature and wildlife.
Yes - you’ll visit a typical coffee farm where you’ll see how farmers plant and care for coffee trees, pick the best beans, wash, dry and roast them, and finish by enjoying an excellent cup of Colombian coffee.
The tour includes the coffee tour, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, Cocora entry, bottled water, lunch, a souvenir and medical insurance. Gratuities are not included.
