Backpacking the “Camino Real”, Overnight hike in the Chicamocha Canyon from Cabrera (2 days)

Join ACGME mountain guide Fernando Gonzalez Rubio for a hiking trip through the Camino Real, in Colombia. Start at the colonial town of Cabrera and reach the impressive Chicamocha Canyon!

Private

2 Days

All year

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Follow the Camino Real to its final destination, the Chicamocha Canyon.
Discover gorgeous villages and breathtaking landscapes of Colombia.
Try yourself with a challenging 42.5km hiking route (in 2 days).

Description

The Camino Real is the hiking route that leads to the scenic Chicamocha Canyon, in Colombia. If you would like to hike under expert guidance, then this is your chance, join me for a 2-day trip and discover the amazing Colombian wilderness!

The Chicamocha Canyon is located within the Chicamocha National Park (also known as Panachi), in the department of Santander. Due to its spectacular landscape, dominated by huge red and orange walls and surrounded by green forests, this site is a famous tourist attraction.

On this 2-day hiking tour, we will explore all of the Camino Real, originally opened by the indigenous people of Colombia and later restored by a German settler. It crosses five charming colonial towns (Cabrera, Barichara, Guane, Villanueva, Jordan and Los Santos) ending at the awesome Chicamocha Canyon!

The 42.5km- trail will take us through farmlands, forests and even a ghost town. It includes uphill sections, so a good fitness level is necessary.

So, ¿are you up for this amazing hiking trip to the Chicamocha Canyon? Then contact me and let’s start planning your Camino Real adventure!

Price includes

Guiding fee

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Hotel San José Barbosa Colombia

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Hotel Puerto Bello Barbosa Colombia

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Hotel Campestre Arboretto Girón Colombia

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About the guide

Fernando

Mountain Guide

In 1999 I climbed Mount Cho Oyu, the sixth highest in the world; in 2001 I was the first Colombian to conquer Mount Everest (the only mountain I did with oxygen); in 2004 Mount K2, the second highest mountain in the world and considered the second most dangerous mountain; Nanga Parbat in 2005; Annapurna and Broad Peak in 2007 and Dhaulaguiri in 2008. In each of them I have proudly raised the Colombian flag.

In Colombia I stood out as a rock climber and high mountain climber. I have opened beginner and high difficulty routes in various Colombian climbing parks (Suesca and Machetá, for example) and I have opened rock routes on the great eastern walls of the Sierra Nevada del Cocuy.

I have experience in the design and organization of long-term expeditions as well as rock climbing and high mountain courses, knowledge and ability to design industrial safety courses in vertical work and evacuations.

Now I work with my Fernando Gonzálezrubio Foundation and as a speaker; Clear analogy between mountain experiences and the corporate values of some companies such as teamwork, discipline, perseverance, changes, patience, autonomy, leadership, strength and love.

Languages

Spanish | English

Certificates

ACGME

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