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15 Best Salt Cathedral & Guatavita Tours

This list compares day trips to the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, a working church carved 180 meters down into a salt mine. Most tours pair it with Lake Guatavita, the crater lake behind the El Dorado legend. Count on a full day out; the two sites sit north of the city about an hour apart.

1.Zipaquirá: Salt Cathedral Group Tour With Pickup

Get ready to delve into the mesmerizing depths of Zipaquirá's Salt Cathedral on a group tour—discover the hidden wonders that await underground!

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Our guide and driver did a great job of getting us there and back safely and interestingly. The salt Cathedral was good with the audio guide to fill in all the details. Very impressive salt mine creation well worth the cost to visit and the…”

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4.Guatavita and Salt Cathedral – Group Tour and Daily Departure

Lose yourself in the enchanting legends and mesmerizing beauty of Guatavita and Salt Cathedral on this captivating group tour and daily departure.

★ 4.5

“Easy hike to lagoon. Matteo was knowledgeable friend guide translating in both English and spanish. Salt Cathedral was a highlight, absolutely amazing to see .highly recommended and big thanks to Matteo the guide”

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6.Visit to Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá Private Tour. (5 Hrs.)

Lose yourself in the depths of Colombia's cultural heritage as you embark on a private tour of the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, a journey that promises to leave you breathless.

★ 5.0

“This tour was disappointing, we spent more time in traffic than seeing the sights. The tour of the stations of the cross was sacrilegious with another large tour commanding each site with Instagram poses at each location. Although not too crowded, each site was marred…”

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8.Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon From Bogota (Private Tour)

Lose yourself in the mesmerizing depths of the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and be enchanted by the vibrant beauty of Guatavita Lagoon, on this private tour from Bogota.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful way to spend the day! Guatavita was interesting to walk around. The hike to the lagoon was full of beautiful flowers and the lagoon was breathtaking. The salt cathedral has each of the stations of the cross. It was a unique experience especially when…”

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10.Private Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira Tour From Bogota With Lunch

Step into Colombia's underground wonder with a private Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira tour from Bogota, where history, culture, and culinary surprises await - curious for more?

★ 5.0

“This experience was a disappointment. We were expecting a much quieter, more sacred cathedral experience. Instead it was more like a Disney land attraction.”

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11.Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita Private Tour

Delve into the enchanting world of the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá & Lake Guatavita Private Tour, where hidden wonders await at every turn.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful places and excellent guide! She provided us everything we needed with unique kindness and competence. She also entertained us with pleasant conversations about Colombian history, culture and current way of life.”

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12.Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lake; Visiting the Towns With Breackfast and Lunch.

Delve into the enchanting Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lake with a unique breakfast and lunch experience - a journey filled with surprises and hidden treasures.

★ 5.0

“A must do when visiting Bogota. Make sure to wear comfortable footwear as you will be hiking. The wobbling knees going up to the lagoon was worth it. Ou guide Andrea was very informative & was very attentive. My husband & I really had a…”

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13.Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Private Tour Walking Tour

Tread into the mysterious world of the Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral on a private walking tour that leads to an unexpected discovery.

★ 5.0

“We had a private tour! Angel took us along country roads and the views were spectacular. The town of Zipaquirá, the Salt Cathedral, the museum, the food hall and many more, all were excellent stops. Truly an immersive tour. The weather cooperated too! Highly recommend…”

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14.Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Half-Day Guided Tour From Bogotá

Perplexed by the idea of a cathedral carved from salt? Join us on a half-day guided tour from Bogotá to uncover the truth about Zipaquirá's underground wonder.

★ 5.0

“Again, same Tour Guide. David is excellent! so knowledgeable and so patient. This Salt Cathedral left me breathless and honestly I can say is one of the most beautiful site I have ever seen in my life.”

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4.5Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Group Tour With Door-To-Door Pick up9 hours (approx.)$49.00 5.0Village and Lake Guatavita Private Tour With Optional Lunch7 hours (approx.)$94.00 4.5Private Zipaquira Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon Tour From Bogota10 hours (approx.)$368.00 5.0Private Tour Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lagoon With Lunch10 hours (approx.)$89.87 5.0Guatavita Lake – Salt Cathedral10 to 11 hours (approx.)$122.00 4.5Salt Cathedral in Zipaquira The First Wonder of Colombia and City Tour in Bogota10 hours (approx.)$199.00 4.5SALT CATHEDRAL ZIPAQUIRA Private Tour6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$80.00 4.5Guatavita Lake & Salt Cathedral Tour.8 to 9 hours (approx.)$155.00 5.0Bogota to Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira Private Full-Day Tour (Feb )9 to 10 hours (approx.)$349.00 4.5Wonderful Tour of Villa De Leyva, and Zipaquira Salt Cathedral.13 hours (approx.)$280.00 5.0Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira Private Tour With Optional Lunch$99 5.0Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Private Car 6H • Tickets Guide Coffee5 to 6 hours (approx.)$44.00 4.9Bogota: Zipaquira, Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavitá Tour8 - 10 hours$157 4.5Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral: an Architectural Wonder.4 to 5 hours (approx.)$193.00 5.0Bogotá: Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral270 minutes - 5 hours$117 4.8Bogotá: Salt Cathedral & Lake Guatavitá Tour With Lunch10 hours$180 5.0Salt Cathedral Zipaquira • Premium Private Transfer5 to 6 hours (approx.)$29.00 4.5Zipaquira and Salt Cathedral5 hours (approx.)$150.00 5.0Guatavita Lake – the Legend of “El Dorado”7 to 9 hours (approx.)$85.00 4.6From Bogotá: Nemocón Mine and Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Tour$188 5.0Salt Cathedral—First Wonder in Colombia— Zipaquira Town$99 4.9From Bogota: Guatavita Lake & Zipaquira Salt Cathedral Tour11 hours$1,157 4.5Guatavita Lagoon Private Excursion – El Dorado Legend7 to 8 hours (approx.)$137.75 4.9From Bogota: Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral & Villa De Leyva Tour13 hours$280