{"id":1243,"date":"2025-06-17T10:28:33","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T15:28:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portomarinahotel.com\/?p=1243"},"modified":"2026-02-20T14:33:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T19:33:15","slug":"descubriendo-guatape-antioquia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/portomarinahotel.com\/en\/descubriendo-guatape-antioquia\/","title":{"rendered":"Discovering Guatap\u00e9, Antioquia: What to do, where to stay and how to get there"},"content":{"rendered":"

Discover Guatap\u00e9, located in the heart of eastern Antioquia, a destination that steals glances and hearts. Its colorful houses with sockets that tell stories and the imposing Piedra del Pe\u00f1ol make it one of the most beautiful towns in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are traveling from Medell\u00edn or planning a trip through Antioquia, in this guide you will discover what to do in Guatap\u00e9, how to get there, when to visit, how much it costs to visit its main attractions and the best options to stay in front of the reservoir. Get ready to get to know the most colorful town in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to get to Guatap\u00e9 from Medell\u00edn?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Guatap\u00e9 is only ~80 km from Medell\u00edn, making it an ideal weekend getaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By bus<\/strong>Go to the Terminal del Norte in Medell\u00edn and take a direct bus to Guatap\u00e9. The trip takes approximately 2 hours. Companies such as Sotrasanvicente<\/a> y Sotrape\u00f1ol<\/a> offer this service (cost 2026: $18,600 COP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can get off before in El Pe\u00f1ol to visit the famous Piedra del Pe\u00f1ol.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

By private car:<\/strong> Take the Medell\u00edn-Bogot\u00e1 highway to Marinilla and follow the signs to El Pe\u00f1ol, from there Guatap\u00e9 is 20 minutes away. The road is in good condition and the scenery is spectacular.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Organized tour:<\/strong> Porto Marina offers a complete tour of Guatap\u00e9 and El Pe\u00f1ol with or without accommodation. Tour the reservoir by pontoon, boat or jet ski, but if you like to know a little more of the culture and tradition you can go to the most iconic places or visit farms producing cocoa, avocado and cannabis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create your own experience in Guatap\u00e9 by booking at Porto Marina.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

By helicopter:<\/strong> For a premium experience, there are scenic flights from Medell\u00edn that fly over the reservoir and land near the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to do in Guatap\u00e9: Not-to-be-missed activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Guatap\u00e9 is much more than colorful photos. These are the experiences you can't miss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Climb the Piedra del Pe\u00f1ol:<\/strong> Natural monument ~220 meters high. It has approximately 740 steps leading to a lookout point with a breathtaking view of the reservoir. Entrance fee 2026: ~$25.000 COP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover the History behind the Pe\u00f1ol Stone: the giant of Guatap\u00e9<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Touring the town's baseboards:<\/strong> Every facade in Guatap\u00e9 is a work of art. Take a leisurely stroll through the center and enjoy the color and history of each street, do not forget to walk down the street of umbrellas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navigate the dam:<\/strong> Whether by kayak, plank or boat, the Guatap\u00e9 reservoir is perfect for exploring from the water. Porto Marina offers these experiences for its guests and visitors.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit the Calle del Recuerdo and the main square:<\/strong> Historic places ideal to buy handicrafts and learn about the local culture, flavors, traditions and stories of the flood.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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To get to know the \"Upside Down House\":<\/strong> Attraction inaugurated in 2024, located near El Pe\u00f1ol, ideal for different photos. The perfect place to give a unique touch to your Instagram account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practicing water sports:<\/strong> Jet skiing, paddle boarding, wakeboarding and more. Places to explore is what you can find in Guatap\u00e9 and El Pe\u00f1ol. Farms with lots of history, restaurants in front of the dam and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a hotel with all the sports or plan your day in the sun.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lodging in Guatap\u00e9: Hotels, glamping and more<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Guatap\u00e9 offers accommodations for all types of travelers: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hotels in front of the reservoir:<\/strong> Like Porto Marina Hotel<\/a>that combines design, tranquility and natural experiences by the water. Take a look at our cabins.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Glamping and private cabins:<\/strong> From clear bubbles to jacuzzi domes, there are many options to unwind in nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hostels for backpackers:<\/strong> Like Viajero Hostel or Lake View Hostel, favorites of international travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hotels with swimming pool or jacuzzi:<\/strong> Perfect for relaxing after a day of hiking or water sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Book in advance, especially on weekends and high season. Guatap\u00e9 is very busy and the best places sell out fast.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

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Gastronomy in Guatap\u00e9: Flavors to fall in love with<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Guatap\u00e9 also conquers through the palate. Some delicacies that you can not miss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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