How to get to Zapatoca and what to do in this charming destination

Zapatoca , located in the department of Santander , is a charming town full of things to do. It is one of the most sought after destinations by travelers in this department and one of the closest to Bucaramanga , making it a perfect place for a day trip.

Zapatoca is a municipality where nature, adventure, history, architecture, gastronomy, culture, beautiful people and a perfect climate come together. It is the destination that we invite you to discover on this occasion and that you will not regret knowing.

Read on and discover how to get to Zapatoca and what to do.

How to get to Zapatoca?

Zapatoca is located 65 kilometers from Bucaramanga . To get there, you just have to go to the Bucaramanga Transportation Terminal and take a direct bus to Zapatoca . This has a value of 20,000 COP per journey and takes between two and two and a half hours, depending on the traffic.

What to do in Zapatoca?

In Zapatoca you will find different places to see and know. Here we tell you which ones you should not miss.

• Cueva del Nitro : An impressive natural formation that was used by the natives as a place of protection and also as a sanctuary. Visiting this cave is not only exciting but an adventure. Its name is derived from all the potassium nitrate it contains. Of course, remember to always visit it accompanied by an experimental guide.
• Mirador Los Guanes: Here you can observe one of the most incredible panoramic views of Santander. From here you can see the Chicamocha Canyon and several municipalities.
• La Lajita Waterfall: Incredible waterfall surrounded by mountains and abundant nature.
• Pozo del Ahogado: A beautiful and delicious spa that has a small waterfall where you can jump off rocks and enjoy a delicious refreshing bath. The landscape is beautiful and the history of the name is very particular.
• Tomb of Geo Von Lengerke: Character who promoted the development of several municipalities of Santander such as Zapatoca . He is responsible for the construction of the first cobbled roads through which various products from the region arrived. Another of his works, and which you can visit is the La Concordia Bridge , which is very well preserved and is part of the so-called Lengerke Paths.

In addition, throughout the urban part of Zapatoca , you have a whole area to discover with churches and houses from several centuries ago with a lot of colonial art. A true architectural jewels.