A 220-metre monolithic granite inselberg with a 740-step staircase zigzagging through a vertical fissure; the rock surface is smooth and dark; weathered by millennia of tropical rain; climb to the summit at 4 pm; the 360-degree view reveals a labyrinthine turquoise reservoir where the gold light reflects off the water and the surrounding green Andean foothills.
About El Peñón de Guatapé
A 220-metre monolithic granite inselberg with a 740-step staircase zigzagging through a vertical fissure; the rock surface is smooth and dark; weathered by millennia of tropical rain; climb to the summit at 4 pm; the 360-degree view reveals a labyrinthine turquoise reservoir where the gold light reflects off the water and the surrounding green Andean foothills.
Why Visit
El Peñón de Guatapé is one of Colombia's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Photo Gallery
6 photos of El Peñón de Guatapé · click to enlarge
Best Season
🌤 Year-round
Quick Facts
Location
Colombia
Type
attraction
Coordinates
6.2195°, -75.1792°
Learn More
Wikipedia article available
Insider Tips
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El Peñón de Guatapé is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Colombia.
