Luxury Barichara
Tours made for you
Stunning architecture
Explore cobbled streets of whitewashed houses with mint green shutters
Active adventure
Try out canoeing, rafting, hiking, caving and rapelling
Scenic hiking trails
Follow the old Comino Real and rolling hills of Santander
Take to the skies
Paraglide over the deep chasms of Chicamocha Canyon
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.
Highlights
Stroll around the peaceful streets, taking in the well-preserved architecture and churches a local guide
Learn all about the paper making process at the Fundacion San Lorenzo De Barichara – a wonderful hands-on workshop and craft shop
Enjoy some extreme adventure pursuits from San Gil (rapelling, caving, hiking, rafting, canoeing)
Hike the old Camino Reale to Guane or go horseback riding in the hills
Jennifer Richt
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Barichara
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
Where else to visit in Colombia
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Cartagena
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Tayrona Region
A tropical, picture-perfect paradise where you can relax and unwind. Wildlife enthusiasts will love adventuring with their guide as the region is home to more than 100 species of mammals, 200 species of birds and many reptiles.
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The Coffee Triangle
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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.
Highland adventures
June
Dry season
December - March
Plan your trip to Barichara
Whatever you want from your adventure in Barichara, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
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Jen Richt designed the trip perfectly for me and my best friend on our first trip to Colombia. She heard us loud and clear and put together an itinerary that was diverse, covered a lot of ground and was exactly what we were looking for. A trip of a lifetime!
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