If you are going to travel to this beautiful town, the most important thing you should do is get to know all its water resources, since it is unique in the department. Allocate a day to go to the Melcocho river, it is located in the middle of small valleys where small beaches have formed inside. Its waters are pristine and crystalline, which is why it is considered one of the cleanest rivers in all of South America.
Very close to the Melcocho River is the Cocorná River where you can carry out fishing activities. Another one that you should also visit is the Santo Domingo river, which is ideal for adventure tourism, natural tourism or Ecotourism walks from La Piñuela.
Another of the recommended plans is to visit as many pools as possible in Cocorná along with their waterfalls, in which there are incredible natural landscapes, which is why they are considered the best pools in Antioquia. These are some that are close to the town:
- La Chorrera de Cocorná Waterfalls
- Caballera De Venus Waterfalls.
- Las Perlas Waterfall
- El Sinai Waterfall
- La Trinidad Waterfall
- The Sandy Ones
Due to its water heritage near Cocorná, it is common to find spas. Among the most visited are "Microcuenca La Guayabal" which is located near the town square, "María Parda" and the last called "El Siete y El Ocho". In each one there are natural pools surrounded by nature.
Other activities that have gained strength in Cocorná are paragliding and River rafting Boilers. The flight site is at the Mirador de Cocorná Restaurant, located 7 km from the Santuario toll booth, but it can also be reached by public transport from the town. The flight has a cost of $130,000 per person and lasts between 15 and 20 minutes.
Cocorná also owes its fame to its colonial architecture, its welcoming climate, and its friendly people. So that you can visit most places, we leave you this guide where you will find more information on how to get to the rivers and puddles described above. You will also have hotel recommendations and a section that answers all the frequently asked questions for travelers who visit this municipality in the department of Antioquia.
How to get to Cocorná?
Cocorná is located in the southeast of Antioquia, if you are going to travel by car you can arrive from Medellín, the fastest route you should take is the Medellín - Bogotá highway, passing through the municipalities of Guarne, Marinilla, and El Santuario, where They take the detour that takes them directly to the town.
The distance from Medellín to Cocorná is 80 kilometers, along the way there are two tolls, one in Copacabana, with an average value of 12,000 Colombian pesos (it would be about $4) and another between the Sanctuary - Cocorná with a value of $11,700 (it would be about $4). The average duration of the trip is one hour and forty minutes.
How to get by bus from Medellín to Cocorná
To get to Cocorná from Medellín by bus, you must go to ticket office 15 of the northern terminal of Medellín, directly to the company La Flota Granada, which is the only one that has buses to Cocorná. The value of the ticket is 30,000 Colombian pesos (it would be about 10 dollars), and the transport leaves every hour on average from 5:45 in the morning to 6:30 in the afternoon. By bus, it can take an hour and forty minutes to get to the center of town.
Puddles and Waterfalls in Cocorná
A recommended plan to do in Cocorná is to visit as many puddles and waterfalls as possible, you will find incredible natural landscapes. Here are some of the best:
La Chorrera and Cabellera de Venus Waterfalls.
It is located in the village of La Chorrera, you will see a beautiful landscape around a waterfall at a height between 60 and 120 meters. Due to its height, this waterfall lends itself to rappelling.
Las Perlas Waterfall
The Cascada de las Perlas or as they call it in the town "La Chorrera" is a waterfall that can be appreciated in the middle of the mountains. There are hiking tours to this waterfall, you can find them in the town. It is a walk of about two hours, so it is advisable to go with a guide and well equipped.
El Sinai Waterfall
You can reach this waterfall on foot, it is a 27 km route from the center of town. It is best to leave early, the journey is worth it for the incredible landscape you will find, there are also stones with indigenous inscriptions or engravings that prove their existence.
La Trinidad Waterfall
This waterfall is found on the road to Granada, its height is about 20 meters and it is presided over by a ravine that comes from the top of the mountain.
The Sandy Ones
It is a river of crystalline waters and declared an ecological site of Cocorná, it is located in the village of Los Cedros, 30 minutes from the town center.
Rivers in Cocorná for bathing
In this list, you will find the main tourist sites such as rivers that you can visit in Cocorná, where you can bathe and spend a splendid day.
Melcocho River in Cocorná
Going to the Melcocho River is one of the must-do tourist things in Cocorná. It is a beautiful river that is found in the middle of small valleys, inside you can see small beaches that were formed. Its waters are virgin and crystalline, which is why it is considered one of the cleanest rivers in all of South America.
Cocorná River
It is the main river that bears the same name as the municipality and is very close to the Melcocho river. In addition to getting into its waters, you can also go fishing.
Climate
The average temperature in Cocorna is between 23 degrees and 28 degrees Celsius, which is why its climate is classified as tropical and is perfect for enjoying water activities. It is also considered the population of eastern Antioquia with a warm climate closest to Medellín.
Hotels in Cocorná and its surroundings
Tourism in Cocorna Antioquia has been characterized by its farms with natural pools in the middle of the mountains. In them, you can find day plans or different accommodation options such as cabins, rooms, and camping. One of the most visited country hotels is Finca el Encanto because it has natural and semi-natural pools, a fishing option, an aquarium, and spaces to share with the family.
There are also other accommodation options closer to the town center such as the Ecohotel Tierra de Agua with glamping options, the Dulce Melcocho lodge with prices from 50,000 Colombian pesos a night per person (would be about 13 dollars) or also the Finca Regalo de Dios among others.
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