How to get to the Nevado de Santa Isabel

The Nevado de Santa Isabel is an unmissable destination to visit in the Coffee Region . It is part of the Los Nevados National Natural Park , which is characterized because it has important ecosystems of paramos, wetlands and forests, in addition to its beautiful landscapes that make anyone fall in love and in which lagoons, waterfalls and a lot of nature covered by ice and snow stand out. .

Los Nevados Natural Park is a volcanic complex in which three glacial mountains rise, including the Nevado del Ruiz , the Nevado del Tolima and the Nevado de Santa Isabel.

The Nevado de Santa Isabel is one of the best destinations to know the snow in Colombia and go hiking, wildlife sighting , photography, research and environmental education.

In addition to being a spectacular destination, the best thing about visiting this place is that it only takes one day to travel. Now, find out how to get there and some recommendations so that you can start preparing your next adventure to the Nevado de Santa Isabel ; an experience you will never forget.

How to get to the Nevado de Santa Isabel?

To get to the Nevado del Santa Isabel, it is recommended to do it through a tour or by hiring the services of local guides who do the tours and will lead you on permitted trails.

The tour to the Nevado de Santa Isabel can be taken from some of the towns or cities of the Coffee Axis such as Villamaría in Caldas , Potosí, Manizales, Santa Rosa de Cabal or Pereira ; this last city being the best option to reach the Nevado de Santa Isabel.

Recommendations to visit the Nevado de Santa Isabel

• Use warm and waterproof clothing for the cold. Also, the footwear must be suitable for the adventure; a pair of hiking shoes with good grip is ideal.
• Do not forget to wear sunglasses with UV protection and use a protector, as the sun's rays are quite incandescent most of the time. Gloves and hat are also necessary.
• Take a backpack with only the essentials to facilitate the climb and that is not an impediment.
• Limit your sugar intake in the days leading up to the high; Contrary to what you may think, if you consume a lot of sugar it will cause you to go slow.
• During the day, make technical stops to hydrate, rest and condition the body at the height.
• If you are not in good physical condition, it is important that you prepare weeks before doing a lot of cardio.