In short
- Total loop fees cost up to 60,000 COP.
- Finca El Portón charges 10,000 COP.
- Finca La Esperanza charges 30,000 COP.
In this article
Cocora Valley sits inside Los Nevados National Natural Park, but the hiking trails cross private farmland. You must pay small cash fees at different gates depending on your route.
What is the total Cocora Valley entrance fee?
The full 11-kilometer loop trail costs up to 60,000 COP per person if you visit every viewpoint.
You pay this total in parts as you hike. You will cross up to three different private properties. Each owner collects their own fee at a wooden gate or checkpoint.
Can I pay with a credit card?
No, you cannot use credit cards at the trail entrance gates.
You must bring Colombian pesos in cash. Mobile signals are weak, and landowners do not have card terminals. Bring plenty of small bills to make exact change easily.
How much does the short palm hike cost?
The 4.2-kilometer short hike to the main viewpoints costs about 30,000 to 40,000 COP.
This out-and-back route skips the dense jungle. You will pay at the Finca El Portón gate and potentially Finca La Esperanza, depending on how far up the hills you go.
Is the Acaime Hummingbird Sanctuary fee extra?
Yes, the sanctuary requires an optional 20,000 COP entrance fee.
Acaime is a rustic detour off the main loop. Your entrance fee includes a traditional hot chocolate with cheese or a coffee. Read Hiking Direction Guide to plan your route.
Do guided tours include the entrance fees?
Most guided tours cover your entrance tickets and transport from Salento.
Booking a tour saves you from carrying large amounts of small cash for the gates. Check your specific tour details to see if the Acaime Hummingbird Sanctuary detour is covered.
How much is transport to the valley?
A ride in a traditional Willys Jeep costs 4,000 to 5,000 COP each way.
Jeeps depart from Plaza de Bolívar in Salento and take 30 minutes to reach the trailheads. Like the entrance gates, Jeep drivers only accept cash. Learn more on Salento Transport Guide.
Questions travellers ask
Is there an ATM in Cocora Valley?
No, there are no ATMs in the valley. You must withdraw all the cash you need in Salento before taking a Jeep to the trails.
Does the national park charge a fee?
Los Nevados National Natural Park does not charge a general admission fee for the Cocora Valley section. You only pay the private landowners.
Are the entrance fees the same for locals and foreigners?
Yes, the entrance fees at Finca El Portón, Finca La Esperanza, and Acaime are flat rates for all hikers regardless of nationality.
