Explore the Aotus Monkey Sighting and Discover the Biodiversity of Cristalina Canyon in the Serranía de las Quinchas
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The journey between the Aotus Monkey sighting and the Cristalina Canyon in the Serranía de las Quinchas is an experience that blends wildlife and nature. We venture into the tropical rainforest, home to the Aotus Monkey, also known as the night monkey, a fascinating species due to its nocturnal habits and social behavior. During this activity, accompanied by biodiversity experts, we will have the opportunity to observe these primates in their natural habitat and learn about their importance in the ecosystem.
Then, we head to the Serranía de las Quinchas, once inaccessible due to conflict but now open to the public. Here, we marvel at the Cristalina Canyon, with rock formations over 200 meters high. We explore this spectacular landscape, discovering natural pools and waterfalls among the rocks.
🏞 Aotus Monkey sighting
🏞 Cristalina Canyon
🏞 Marvel at the biodiversity of the tropical rainforest
Day 1
We begin our journey with an exciting activity: spotting the Aotus Monkey, a nocturnal primate species that inhabits the tropical rainforest. Accompanied by biodiversity experts, we will explore the natural habitat of these fascinating monkeys, known for their nocturnal behavior and role in the ecosystem. During this experience, we will observe them in their natural environment, learning about their lives and the importance of their conservation.
Day 2
We continue our adventure in the Cristalina Canyon, located in the southern part of the PNR Serranía de Las Quinchas. This natural wonder combines the clear, clean waters of the Cristalina stream with a formation of towering karst rock walls. As we walk over these stones, we’ll traverse natural obstacles and experience something truly unique, surrounded by ammonites—fossils that date back 60 million years. The walls of this canyon are not only a visual spectacle but also of great geological and anthropological significance.
Cristalina Canyon
The Cristalina Canyon is a natural wonder located in the department of Boyacá, in Colombia. This canyon extends for more than 5 kilometers and has impressive scenic beauty that makes it one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. The Cristalina Canyon is characterized by its high rock walls, which reach heights of up to 200 meters, and by the river that flows through it, which is known for its crystal-clear waters.
Serranía de las Quinchas
The Serranía de las Quinchas is an 860 km2 area of tropical rainforest and high mountain tropical cloud forest in the foothills of the western flank of the eastern Andes of Colombia in the middle of the Magdalena River valley.
Reserva Natural
Visitaremos una reserva natural donde realizaremos la actividad de aislamiento del mono AoTus.
💧 It is important to carry a bottle of water and maintain constant hydration, water consumption will keep us in optimal conditions to carry out the travel plan.
🧢 Wear a hat or cap to protect yourself from the sun. It is important to use sunscreen, remember to use a mineral sunscreen for your face.
👕 Pack light clothes, enough for hot land for two days. 🩱 Don't forget to pack your swimsuit and towel for personal use.
🥾 Wear comfortable shoes, preferably shoes that can get wet. They can be hiking or tennis. It is important to bring a change of shoes or sandals in case your shoes get wet during the tour.
💊 Bring your medications and personal documents (medical insurance card and ID), there are no ATMs in the area. Therefore, we suggest bringing the cash you consider necessary for your personal expenses.
🎒 Do not use a wheeled suitcase and carry a kangaroo or small backpack so you can take your personal items on walks.
🔦 We suggest bringing a blanket for the cold in the early morning when leaving Bogotá, repellent and a flashlight.