Salento Enduro Trails is a all-inclusive Mountain Bike (MTB) Tour in Salento trail system. Embark on an exhilarating two-ride days of Enduro MTB adventure with us as we conquer five extensive trails tucked away in the breathtaking Andean woodlands of Salento and Calarcá, these hidden gems nestled within Colombia’s picturesque Quindío department.
Enduro Mountain Bike (MTB) Tour in Salento trails. Join us on a thrilling two-ride days of Enduro MTB adventure as we conquer seven expansive trails nestled in the awe-inspiring Andean forests of Salento and Calarcá, hidden treasures within Colombia’s picturesque Quindío department. These seven trails combine to cover an impressive 29.2 kilometers and offer an exhilarating elevation loss of 4,289 meters in total.
On our first day, we’ll take on four iconic trails located in the southwest of Salento municipality. These hallowed routes, known as the Venteaderos Trail, ‘La Selva Trail’, ‘Waterfall Trail’ and ‘Parapentes Trail’, hold a special place in the hearts of the local mountain biking community. Together, they span a distance of 14 kilometers and provide an electrifying elevation loss of 2,437 meters.
For the second day of our journey, we’ll venture to three trails near the charming town of ‘Salento.’ Locally recognized as the ‘Nieblas Trail’ , ‘Alegrias Trail’ and ‘La Patasola Trail’, these trails together cover an impressive 16 kilometers, featuring an elevation loss of 1,852 meters. Enduro Mountain Bike (MTB) Tour in Salento trails
Upon your arrival whether at Pereira or Armenia International Airports (with codes PEI, and AXM respectively), our staff will be waiting for you at the gate. They will assist you with your luggage and ensure the safe transportation of you, your bike, gear, and fellow biking enthusiasts to your chosen accommodation.
For those already be in the Quindio department, our team will coordinate with you to arrange a convenient pick-up from your lodging. In the evening our crew will meet you and we´re going to enjoy a great welcome dinner and organize all the details about our MTB tour.
In this day of Enduro adventure, you will conquer four extensive trails nestled in the breathtaking Andean forest of the southwest of Salento municipality, a hidden gem within Colombia’s picturesque Quindio department. These legendary trails, known as the ‘Ventiaderos Trail‘, ‘La Selva Trail‘, ‘Waterfall Trail’, and ‘Parapentes Trail‘ are revered by the local mountain biking community. Together, these routes span an impressive 14 kilometers, offering a thrilling elevation loss of 2,437 meters.
Our adventure begins early in the morning when our trail hunters team will pick you up from your place of lodging. We will then embark on a 4×4 vehicle to ascend the Central Mountain Range by a road locally known as ‘La Linea‘. This road serves as the primary route across the Colombian Central Mountain Range. Our starting point for this exhilarating journey on the ‘Venteaderos Trail‘ will be at an elevation of 3,000 meters (10,006 feet).
Our Enduro MTB adventure will commence with the first trail of the day, named ‘Venteaderos‘. This thrilling 2.43-kilometer singletrack has an elevation loss of 361 meters through lush Andean cloud forests and tree plantations, offering an exhilarating Enduro mountain biking experience amidst breathtaking natural surroundings.’
After completing the Ventiaderos trail and eating some snacks, we will ride for 5 minutes to our second adventure, ‘La Selva trail‘. This 3.6 km singletrack descent boasts a 587-meter elevation loss and takes you through the enchanting understory of Andean forests and pine plantations. Be prepared to tackle entertaining rock gardens and root-filled sections along this remarkable trail.
The scenic 2.8-kilometer Waterfall Trail meanders through verdant coffee farms and pristine forests. As riders descend 743 meters of elevation loss, from 2012 to 1568 meters, they encounter exhilarating challenges along the way. The trail concludes at two breathtaking waterfalls, offering opportunities for a refreshing swim and tranquil restorative moments amid nature’s splendor.
After finishing the Waterfall Trail, we’ll embark on a 20-minute ride in search of El Castillo’s hilltop, which marks the beginning of our third adventure of the day, the ‘Parapentes Trail.’ This trail offers an exhilarating 4.7-kilometer singletrack experience, with a descent of 743 meters through lush coffee plantations and sub-Andean natural forests. By sure, this is the trail with the best panoramic views of the coffee region of Quindio department. This trail starts at an elevation of 2257 meters and ends at 1567 meters near to the city of Calarca and Armenia. Prior to commencing our descent along the Parapentes Trail, we’ll have the opportunity to meet with a local peasant family who will graciously treat us to a cup of their region’s finest coffee and a traditional breakfast.
In this day of Enduro adventure, you will conquer four extensive trails nestled in the breathtaking Andean forest of the southwest of Salento municipality, a hidden gem within Colombia’s picturesque Quindio department. These legendary trails, known as the ‘Ventiaderos Trail‘, ‘La Selva Trail‘, ‘Waterfall Trail’, and ‘Parapentes Trail‘ are revered by the local mountain biking community. Together, these routes span an impressive 14 kilometers, offering a thrilling elevation loss of 2,437 meters.
Our adventure begins early in the morning when our trail hunters team will pick you up from your place of lodging. We will then embark on a 4×4 vehicle to ascend the Central Mountain Range by a road locally known as ‘La Linea‘. This road serves as the primary route across the Colombian Central Mountain Range. Our starting point for this exhilarating journey on the ‘Venteaderos Trail‘ will be at an elevation of 3,000 meters (10,006 feet).
On this thrilling enduro day, you’ll conquer three extensive and exhilarating trails situated in the pristine highlands of Salento municipality, nestled within Colombia’s picturesque Quindio department, part of the UNESCO-listed Coffee Cultural Landscape. These three trails are known by the local mountain biking community as the ‘Nieblas Trail’ , ‘Alegrias Trail’ and‘La Patasola Trail’, these trails collectively span an impressive 15.6 km and boast an elevation loss of 1,852 meters.
Explore the thrill of enduro mountain biking in Salento, Colombia, on an adventure that begins in the town’s main park, where you can taste a traditional coffee from local farms. We’ll then hop into a 4×4 vehicle to ascend the Central Mountain Range, reaching an elevation of 3,050 meters (10,006 feet), the starting point for our exhilarating journey on the «Nieblas trail».
This 3.9 km singletrack trail boasts a 514-meter elevation loss, weaving through Andean jungles and tree plantations. Before starting to descend the Nieblas trail, we will meet a peasant family who will share with us a typical breakfast of the region.
The end of the Nieblas trail marks the start of our next adventure on the «Alegrias trail», a 5.8 km singletrack descent with a 791-meter elevation loss. Widely regarded as the best trail in the Quindio department, Alegrias offers breathtaking vistas and diverse terrains. Expect to encounter grasslands, rock gardens, root-filled paths, Andean forests, tree plantations, and pure creeks as you traverse this remarkable trail.
Experience the excitement of mountain biking on the El Ocho Trail in the charming village of «Camino Nacional» within Salento, Quindío, Colombia. This 3 km single-track runs through the protected «Cuenca Alta del Río Quindío de Salento» area, offering a thrilling descent from 2491 to 2064 meters, with a 444-meter elevation drop and a modest 16-meter gain, making it perfect for an exhilarating yet accessible adventure.
On this thrilling enduro day, you’ll conquer three extensive and exhilarating trails situated in the pristine highlands of Salento municipality, nestled within Colombia’s picturesque Quindio department, part of the UNESCO-listed Coffee Cultural Landscape. These three trails are known by the local mountain biking community as the ‘Nieblas Trail’ , ‘Alegrias Trail’ and‘La Patasola Trail’, these trails collectively span an impressive 15.6 km and boast an elevation loss of 1,852 meters.
Explore the thrill of enduro mountain biking in Salento, Colombia, on an adventure that begins in the town’s main park, where you can taste a traditional coffee from local farms. We’ll then hop into a 4×4 vehicle to ascend the Central Mountain Range, reaching an elevation of 3,050 meters (10,006 feet), the starting point for our exhilarating journey on the «Nieblas trail».
You can have a delicious breakfast and relax for the rest in the morning. We will be waiting for you in a new adventure!
The only thing you need is to pack your suitcase and prepare yourself to enjoy the best scenarios of tropical America for the practice of Mountain Bike. We will take care of the rest
Enduro Mountain Bike (MTB) Tour in Salento trails
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