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Red tiled roofs and cobblestone streets, Barichara, Santander, Colombia

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Authentic, immersive journeys to Barichara, designed for you

The Colombian charm

Sitting on a plateau alongside the Rio Suarez deep in the Santander province, Barichara is an utterly charming town where traditional highland life ticks along slowly.

Pretty whitewashed houses with mint green shutters line the cobbled streets and a sprinkling of plazas and churches give this town plenty of character. The Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción sits at the heart of Barichara, its towers and dome an iconic part of the landscape. The Santa Bárbara Church and San Antonio Chapel are also well worth visiting.

The rolling green hills of Santandar provide a beautiful backdrop, and from El Mirador you can look out over the vast Suarez River Canyon. Make the most of your surroundings with a hike along the old Camino Real to the pretty town of Guane, or enjoy some horseback riding.

The Santander department is the country’s adventure capital, with canoeing, rafting, hiking, caving and rapelling just some of the adrenaline-inducing activities on offer. Close to Barichara is the Chichamocha Canyon, the second largest canyon in the world. See it in all its glory as you paraglide over its deep chasms or take it easy in the cable car.

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From our experts

Experiences picked by our Barichara specialists

Stroll with a local guide

Stroll around the peaceful streets, taking in the well-preserved architecture and churches with a local guide

Make paper by hand at Fundación San Lorenzo

Learn all about the paper making process at the Fundacion San Lorenzo De Barichara – a wonderful hands-on workshop and craft shop

Raft, rappel and cave through San Gil

Enjoy some extreme adventure pursuits from San Gil (rapelling, caving, hiking, rafting, canoeing)

Set off on a hike or horseback ride

Hike the old Camino Reale to Guane or go horseback riding in the hills

A word from one of our experts

Known for its quaint plazas and churches, Barichara in Colombia is quickly becoming a Jacada favourite. The surrounding hills of Santander make the perfect setting for epic hikes, while a paragliding adventure reveals the deep chasms of Chicamocha Canyon.

Jennifer Richt Senior Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in Barichara

There are many incredible places to stay in Barichara. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

  • Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

  • Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

  • Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Trip inspiration

Get inspired with our Colombia example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure

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When to visit

Colombia is a year round destination, there are different seasons and climates but these don’t typically impact travel experiences. The average daily temperature is 27°c (81°F), and the rainy season is from May to October.

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