Tolima Local Expert: Find Things To Do in Tolima

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*HIDDEN GEM, THIS IS NOT COCORA*

DESTINATION: LA CARBONERA, Salento, Colombia - Be one of the first to lay eyes on an unspoilt paradise!

In Salento, Colombia there is a palm tree forest sitting at 3000 meters called "La Carbonera". People usually come to Salento to visit Valle de Cocora to see the 900 tallest palms in the world, however La Carbonera has 2 million palms making it the largest in the world and is entirely off of the radar, you won't find it on Google or in any guidebook.

La Carbonera has only been visited by 900 tourists since 2016. Only one tour company has permission to show people this beautiful valley. 20 years ago the entire region was occupied by rebel forces which has kept it off of the tourist route.

This is also the only place you can spot the yellow eared parrot, a bird species that was considered extinct in the 90s until later rediscovered in La Carbonera. 400 live in the area and can't be seen anywhere else in the world.

HOW TO GET THERE: @SalentoCycling are the only tour company that can take you there. The guys drive you to a view point with a delicious picnic. After you'll have the chance to walk into the forest before biking 20km downhill back into town (not for the faint hearted!) 100,000COP/£28.

Los Nevados National Park showing mist or fog and mountains

Los Nevados National Park showing mountains

Los Nevados National Park which includes a lake or waterhole

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Los Nevados National Park

The cloud forests of this picturesque park, along with stunning lakes and volcanic activity, create an otherworldly setting in the heart of the coffee region.

Chicoral Park

Explore the great outdoors at Chicoral Park, a lovely green space in Espinal. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Manuel Murillo Toro Stadium

Catch an event at Manuel Murillo Toro Stadium during your trip to Ibagué. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.

Combeima Canyon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Combeima Canyon during your travels in Ibagué. Wander the gardens and parks while you're in the area.

Hospital San Juan de Dios

If Hospital San Juan de Dios is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Honda.

Tolima Theater

You can make plans for a show at Tolima Theater during your trip to Ibagué. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Gualanday Park

Explore the great outdoors at Gualanday Park, a lovely green space in Coello. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

University of Tolima

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Tolima during your trip to Ibagué. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.