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Combine a rugged ATV route through Guarne’s hills with a tandem paragliding flight over Cocorná’s waterfall-carved canyon. This full-day adventure pairs off-road thrills with up to 25 minutes of soaring over dramatic cliffs and falls.
Combine a rugged ATV route through Guarne’s hills with a tandem paragliding flight over Cocorná’s waterfall-carved canyon. This full-day adventure pairs off-road thrills with up to 25 minutes of soaring over dramatic cliffs and falls.
You start the day on the throttle, the ATV throwing gravel as the Guarne countryside opens like a page of rough-edged maps — farmland, river-cut gullies and the distant roar of waterfalls. The trail climbs and skirts ridgelines; by the time you reach the paragliding launch above the Cocorná canyon, the air smells of wet rock and coffee plants, and the valley below dares you to look down.
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Operated by Ecoventure · Medellín, Antioquia
You start the day on the throttle, the ATV throwing gravel as the Guarne countryside opens like a page of rough-edged maps — farmland, river-cut gullies and the distant roar of waterfalls. The trail climbs and skirts ridgelines; by the time you reach the paragliding launch above the Cocorná canyon, the air smells of wet rock and coffee plants, and the valley below dares you to look down.
The canyon here was carved by persistent rivers cutting through volcanic and sedimentary layers of the Eastern Andes, creating steep ravines and dramatic drop-offs that feed the waterfalls you’ll fly over. The region’s Paisa culture grew from ranching and coffee farming; many small villages you pass still maintain weekday rhythms and market stalls selling arepas and fresh fruit.
Expect two distinct experiences: a roughly 1.5-hour off-road ATV route over uneven dirt tracks and a tandem paragliding flight of up to 25 minutes, weather permitting. The flight is best on stable thermals in the late morning or early afternoon; Cocorná’s microclimate can differ from Medellín by several degrees and wind direction changes quickly.
Practically: wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and layers, bring ID and sun protection, and plan for a 6–7 hour excursion including transport from Medellín. Operators limit tandem flyers by weight (check current limit at booking) and usually refund part of the flight fee if weather grounds the activity. This combo is ideal for travelers comfortable with off-road driving and heights who want a single-day, high-adrenaline view of Antioquia’s waterfalls.
moderate.
6–7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels — participants should be comfortable with off-road riding and short uphill walks; no special endurance required.
Flights are up to 25 minutes when conditions are ideal; flight time can be shorter depending on wind and thermal activity.
Policies vary, but this operator offers a partial refund (historically US$55) for flights canceled for weather; confirm the current policy at booking.
No formal experience is required — ATVs are guided for most riders and paragliding is tandem with a certified pilot.
Yes — private transportation from Medellín is typically included; confirm pickup time and location when you book.
This stretch of Antioquia developed around cattle and coffee routes; many valleys were once used to move goods between inland farms and Medellín markets.
Stick to marked trails to prevent erosion on volcanic slopes; responsible operators limit takeoff/landing areas to reduce vegetation damage and disturbances to wildlife.
Ecoventure operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You start the day on the throttle, the ATV throwing gravel as the Guarne countryside opens like a page of rough-edged maps — farmland, river-cut gullies and the distant roar of waterfalls. The trail climbs and skirts ridgelines; by the time you reach the paragliding launch above the Cocorná canyon, the air smells of wet rock and coffee plants, and the valley below dares you to look down.
You start the day on the throttle, the ATV throwing gravel as the Guarne countryside opens like a page of rough-edged maps — farmland, river-cut gullies and the distant roar of waterfalls. The trail climbs and skirts ridgelines; by the time you reach the paragliding launch above the Cocorná canyon, the air smells of wet rock and coffee plants, and the valley below dares you to look down.
The canyon here was carved by persistent rivers cutting through volcanic and sedimentary layers of the Eastern Andes, creating steep ravines and dramatic drop-offs that feed the waterfalls you’ll fly over. The region’s Paisa culture grew from ranching and coffee farming; many small villages you pass still maintain weekday rhythms and market stalls selling arepas and fresh fruit.
Expect two distinct experiences: a roughly 1.5-hour off-road ATV route over uneven dirt tracks and a tandem paragliding flight of up to 25 minutes, weather permitting. The flight is best on stable thermals in the late morning or early afternoon; Cocorná’s microclimate can differ from Medellín by several degrees and wind direction changes quickly.
Practically: wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and layers, bring ID and sun protection, and plan for a 6–7 hour excursion including transport from Medellín. Operators limit tandem flyers by weight (check current limit at booking) and usually refund part of the flight fee if weather grounds the activity. This combo is ideal for travelers comfortable with off-road driving and heights who want a single-day, high-adrenaline view of Antioquia’s waterfalls.