Cano Cristales

The River of Five Colors

Deep inside Serranía de la Macarena National Natural Park lies Caño Cristales, known as “the most beautiful river in the world.” This natural sanctuary transforms between June and November into a living canvas of reds, yellows, and greens created by the aquatic plant Macarenia clavigera.

Best time to visit

June to November

Average temperature

28°C - 32°C

Time zone

GMT -5

Language

English

Blooming of the Macarenia

Guided hiking tour along Los Pianos Trail

Riverboat wildlife safari along the Guayabero River

Macro and landscape photography in the colorful riverbeds

Swimming in natural rock pools at Salto del Aguila

Traditional plain-folk music evening and local barbecue dinner

Your Cano Cristales Journey

Everything you need it's here

Airfare

round-trip charter flights from Bogota

3 nights

curated hotel accommodation in La Macarena village

Meals

full board package (breakfasts, trail lunches, and dinners)

Transport

4x4 overland transfers and outboard motorized riverboats

Permits

national park environmental entry permits and logistics

Guides

certified local community guides for all trail excursions

Assistance

comprehensive extreme-activity travel medical card