Chasing Waterfalls: A Day Trip to Salto del Buey

For travelers who want to trade the city skyline for a scene straight out of Jurassic Park, Salto del Buey is the ultimate escape. Located about 90 minutes southeast of Medellin, deep in the lush mountains near La Ceja, this isn’t just a waterfall—it’s a massive, 90-meter cascade that thunders into a pristine, emerald canyon. While Guatapé gets all the fame, Salto del Buey offers a wilder, more exclusive experience. It’s less about souvenir shops and more about raw, high-altitude adventure.

The “Los Saltos Ecopark” is the gateway to this adventure, and it offers adrenaline thrills you simply cannot find anywhere else. The headline attraction for the brave is the world’s highest canopy zipline. You don’t just zip across; you soar 1,000 feet above the canyon floor with the waterfall roaring beneath you. For the ultimate photo, ask for the “Hammock in the Air” experience. They will literally stop you in the middle of the zipline, allowing you to relax in a hammock suspended in the void, surrounded by nothing but clouds and birds. It is arguably the most epic Instagram shot you can get in Colombia.

For those who prefer to keep their feet on (mostly) solid ground, the hike to the base of the falls is a must. It’s a steep, lush descent that takes you right into the “splash zone,” where you can feel the raw power of the water. If you are feeling particularly adventurous, you can climb back up via the Via Ferrata—a system of metal rungs and cables built into the rock face alongside the waterfall. It’s a safe but thrilling way to scale the mountain like a pro climber, offering views that regular hikers simply never see.

For travelers who want to trade the city skyline for a scene straight out of Jurassic Park, Salto del Buey is the ultimate escape. Located about 90 minutes southeast of Medellin, deep in the lush mountains near La Ceja, this isn’t just a waterfall—it’s a massive, 90-meter cascade that thunders into a pristine, emerald canyon. While Guatapé gets all the fame, Salto del Buey offers a wilder, more exclusive experience. It’s less about souvenir shops and more about raw, high-altitude adventure.

The “Los Saltos Ecopark” is the gateway to this adventure, and it offers adrenaline thrills you simply cannot find anywhere else. The headline attraction for the brave is the world’s highest canopy zipline. You don’t just zip across; you soar 1,000 feet above the canyon floor with the waterfall roaring beneath you. For the ultimate photo, ask for the “Hammock in the Air” experience. They will literally stop you in the middle of the zipline, allowing you to relax in a hammock suspended in the void, surrounded by nothing but clouds and birds. It is arguably the most epic Instagram shot you can get in Colombia.

For those who prefer to keep their feet on (mostly) solid ground, the hike to the base of the falls is a must. It’s a steep, lush descent that takes you right into the “splash zone,” where you can feel the raw power of the water. If you are feeling particularly adventurous, you can climb back up via the Via Ferrata—a system of metal rungs and cables built into the rock face alongside the waterfall. It’s a safe but thrilling way to scale the mountain like a pro climber, offering views that regular hikers simply never see.

The Seamless Adventure Package

Getting to Salto del Buey on your own is a logistical headache involving multiple public buses and a long walk from the main road. Don’t waste your energy on the commute.

When you book with MedellinVillas.com, we turn this rugged adventure into a seamless luxury day trip. Our concierge team arranges a private, rugged SUV to pick you up from your villa and take you directly to the Eco Park entrance. We pre-book your all-access adventure pass (including the zipline and hammock experience) so you never have to wait in line. After your hike, we can schedule a stop at a traditional restaurant in La Ceja to enjoy a hearty Paisa lunch before returning to the city.

Contact our concierge team to book your private expedition to Salto del Buey.

The Seamless Adventure Package

Getting to Salto del Buey on your own is a logistical headache involving multiple public buses and a long walk from the main road. Don’t waste your energy on the commute.

When you book with MedellinVillas.com, we turn this rugged adventure into a seamless luxury day trip. Our concierge team arranges a private, rugged SUV to pick you up from your villa and take you directly to the Eco Park entrance. We pre-book your all-access adventure pass (including the zipline and hammock experience) so you never have to wait in line. After your hike, we can schedule a stop at a traditional restaurant in La Ceja to enjoy a hearty Paisa lunch before returning to the city.

Contact our concierge team to book your private expedition to Salto del Buey.