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Reviews
“Unforgettable experience. A top-notch operation with excellent equipment, staff, and knowledge. Jeff guided us on the adventure of a lifetime.
Our 5-day trip covered expansive terrain, incredible scenery, and fun, exciting roads. The hotels were fantastic, the food was great, and Jeff’s knowledge of the landscape and people was outstanding.
We’ve done other motorcycle tours, but this one surpasses them all—there’s no comparison. I highly recommend booking your trip. You won’t regret it.”
— Brian
✅ What’s Included
Everything you need for a smooth, stress-free motorcycle adventure in Colombia.
Friendly Guide
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Private guide + expert mechanic
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24/7 support & on-the-spot fixes
Adventure-Ready Motorcycles
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Honda XRE300 or Suzuki DR650
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Well-maintained fleet
Accommodations
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Boutique hotels, private rooms
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Clean, comfortable, full of character
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Hot springs on select nights
Gear & Navigation
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Helmet, jacket, gloves, knee protection
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Rain gear, phone mount, USB charger
Luggage System
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40L dry bag + 48L top box
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Free luggage storage
Insurance & Tools
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SOAT medical insurance
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Tool kit + tire repair kit
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Optional damage insurance
❌ Not Included
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First/last night in Medellín
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Fuel, lunches & dinners
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SIM card, activities & entry fees
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Tips, alcohol & personal expenses
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Riding pants & boots
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Passports & travel documents
🌍 FEATURED IN
10-Day Colombia Motorcycle Tour The Perfect Loop XL
Volcanoes, cloud forests, wax palms
and remote mountain trails
Enjoy a longer, more remote version of our most popular route. More off-road, fewer tourists, and deeper into Colombia. Ride a 10-day loop through the Colombian Andes, blending rugged off-road trails with some of the best mountain roads in South America. Starting and ending in Medellín, the route drops into tropical river valleys, climbs through misty cloud forests, and reaches the high-altitude páramo near Nevado del Ruiz at over 13,500 ft. Along the way, ride through the UNESCO Coffee Cultural Landscape around Salamina and Pensilvania and pass through authentic towns like Sonsón, Jardín, Jericó, and Urrao.
Explore remote backcountry regions far off the tourist trail, with a constant mix of terrain—from twisty pavement to remote off-road tracks. Each day ends in clean, comfortable boutique-style hotels. With bikes, gear, routes, and all logistics handled, you can focus entirely on the ride—an immersive adventure through Colombia’s most diverse landscapes and cultures.
📍 Tour Stats
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Duration: 10 days
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Distance: ~1,200 km
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Ride Time: 5–6 hours per day
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Terrain: Off-road tracks + paved mountain roads
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Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced
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Route Type: Full loop – no backtracking
🌟 Trip Highlights
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Ride Mix: ≈ 50% paved / 50% off-road
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Nevado del Ruiz: Ride into the volcanic high-Andes páramo
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Wax Palm Forests: Pass through wax palms near San Félix and Salamina
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Hot Springs: Soak in natural springs in Nariño and near the volcano
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Selva de Florencia: Cross this remote jungle reserve
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UNESCO Coffee Region: Ride through Colombia’s UNESCO-listed Coffee Cultural Landscapes near Salamina and the wax palm valleys of San Félix.
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Remote Villages: Reach places like Caramanta, Valparaiso and Urrao
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Culture: Explore colonial plazas, artisan traditions, and rural farms
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Big Elevation Changes: From tropical valleys to high-Andes plateaus
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Boutique Style Hotels: Ride hard during the day, then land in comfortable boutique-style hotels at night.
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Off The Tourist Trail: Ride deep into Colombia’s backcountry—through jungle reserves, volcanic highlands, and remote Andes villages most travelers never see.
🗺️ Towns Visited (By Day)
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Day 1: Medellín → La Ceja → Abejorral → Sonsón
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Day 2: Sonsón → Nariño → Selva de Florencia → Pensilvania
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Day 3: Pensilvania → Marquetalia → Honda → Guaduas
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Day 4: Guaduas → Honda → Líbano → Murillo → Nevado del Ruiz
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Day 5: Nevado del Ruiz → Manzanares → San Félix → Salamina
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Day 6: Salamina → La Merced → Supía → Caramanta → Valparaíso
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Day 7: Valparaíso → Támesis → Jericó → Jardín
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Day 8: Rest Day in Jardín
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Day 9: Jardín → Ciudad Bolívar → Salgar → Urrao
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Day 10: Urrao → Santa Fe de Antioquia → Medellín
🏍️ Our Motorcycles - Lightweight, Safe & Reliable
All riders receive the Honda XRE300 as standard, with the option to upgrade to the Suzuki DR650. These are the exact bikes we trust to take riders deep into Colombia’s mountains, backroads, and remote regions—day after day.
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Standard: Honda XRE300
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A lightweight, easy-to-ride dual-sport known as the “Baby Africa Twin.”
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Best for: Most riders, confidence on dirt, and mixed terrain
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Light (153 kg), stable, and forgiving — ideal for Colombia’s mountain roads, gravel, and high altitude
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Upgrade: Suzuki DR650
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If you want more power and a bigger bike feel, the DR650 delivers — especially on Colombia’s mix of pavement, dirt, and high-altitude terrain.
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Best for: Taller riders, more power, experienced riders, or 2-up riding
🗺️ Day-By-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Medellín → Abejorral → Sonsón
130 km
Leave the traffic of Medellín behind and climb into the cool, green highlands east of the city. The ride quickly transitions to quiet mountain roads through dairy farms and rolling countryside. Near Abejorral, the pavement begins to break up, and the first stretches of dirt and backroads give a taste of the adventure ahead.
Roll into Sonsón, a historic mountain town with a wide central plaza, old churches, and crisp Andean air—your first night deep in Colombia’s backcountry.
Overnight: Sonsón, Antioquia
Day 2: Sonsón →Nariño → Selva de Florencia → Pensilvania
110 km
Head deeper into the mountains toward the natural hot springs of Espíritu Santo, a classic stop to relax before the day’s off-road sections. From there, the route enters the misty cloud forests of Selva de Florencia, where the trail winds through dense jungle, waterfalls, and remote terrain.
Climb back into the highlands and finish in Pensilvania, a quiet mountain town far from the tourist trail.
Overnight: Pensilvania, Caldas
Day 3: Pensilvania → Honda → Guaduas
145 km
Descend from cool, coffee-covered ridgelines into the hot Magdalena River valley. The air warms, the vegetation changes, and the mountains give way to wide river views and tropical landscapes.
Stop in the historic river port of Honda, once a major colonial trade hub, then continue to Guaduas, another preserved colonial town with quiet streets and old-world character.
Overnight: Guaduas, Cundinamarca
Day 4: Guaduas → Murillo → Nevado del Ruiz
190 km
Climb back into the high Andes on a long ascent toward the volcanic slopes of Nevado del Ruiz. The road passes through dramatic elevation changes—from warm valleys to cold alpine terrain.
Above the treeline, enter the páramo: a surreal, high-altitude ecosystem filled with frailejón plants and sweeping mountain views. Optional stop at a high-elevation hot spring before settling in for the night near the volcano.
Overnight: Near Nevado del Ruiz
Day 5: Nevado del Ruiz → San Félix → Salamina
200 km
Follow remote backroads along the historic “wool route,” crossing open countryside with wax palms in the valleys. This is classic backcountry riding, far from main highways.
Reach San Félix, gateway to La Samaria, home to some of Colombia’s tallest wax palms. Continue to the heritage town of Salamina, known for its preserved architecture and strong coffee culture.
Overnight: Salamina, Caldas
Day 6: Salamina → Supía → Caramanta → Valparaíso
95 km
Leave Salamina and descend toward the Cauca River valley, stopping at a scenic overlook near La Merced. After lunch in Supía, the route turns onto a rugged off-road mule track climbing into the mountains toward Caramanta.
Finish the day in the quiet farming town of Valparaíso, surrounded by coffee hills and rural landscapes.
Overnight: Valparaíso, Antioquia
Day 7: Valparaíso → Támesis → Jericó → Jardín
150 km
Ride dirt backroads toward Támesis, a laid-back mountain town perfect for a coffee stop. Continue over the mountains to Jericó, known for its artisan workshops and colorful streets.
From there, twist through the hills into Jardín—one of the most beautiful towns in the Andes, with a lively plaza and dramatic mountain setting.
Overnight: Jardín, Antioquia
Day 8: Rest Day in Jardín
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Take a break from the bike and enjoy a slower pace. Optional four-hour coffee farm tour shows the full process from bean to cup, ending with a traditional fiambre lunch.
Or simply relax on the plaza, explore local shops, or take a short ride or hike to nearby waterfalls.
Overnight: Jardín, Antioquia
Day 9: Jardín → Ciudad Bolívar → Urrao
170 km
Ride through classic Antioquian coffee country, crossing rivers, valleys, and rural farmland. The route heads deeper into the mountains, far from main highways.
Arrive in the remote town of Urrao, set in a broad valley surrounded by high peaks and known for its strong farming traditions and rugged landscapes.
Overnight: Urrao, Antioquia
Day 10: Urrao → Santa Fe de Antioquia → Medellín
165 km
The final day descends from cool mountain air into warm valleys. Stop in the colonial town of Santa Fe de Antioquia and cross the famous old bridge before the last stretch of winding roads back toward Medellín.
Complete the loop with a full cross-section of Colombia’s terrain, climates, and backcountry culture.
Overnight: Medellín, Antioquia