Town in Antioquia, Colombia
Guatapé for solo travelers
Is Guatapé good for solo travel?
Colorful lakeside town beside El Peñol rock, an easy day trip or quiet weekend from Medellín. Very touristy at weekends; limited nightlife and few places to stay long.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 3/5 · Good, with some effort |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Limited |
| Safety | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Solo women | Solo women visit as a day trip or overnight. The town is calm; use usual precautions at night. |
How to meet people in Guatapé
Group day trips from Medellín, hostels with tours, boat trips on the reservoir and kayaking or paragliding sessions.
Good things to do alone
- Climb the 740 steps of El Peñol
- Walk the Calle del Recuerdo and zócalos
- Take a boat trip on the reservoir
- Try a paragliding or kayaking session
- Eat fresh trout by the lake
Where to stay in Guatapé
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Pueblo (Plaza and Calle del Recuerdo) | Colourful zócalos, restaurants and small hotels |
| Lakeside and El Peñol | Boat trips and views; quiet, car or tuk-tuk needed |
Solo travel across Colombia
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Medellín | 5/5 | Limited |
| Cartagena | 4/5 | Limited |
| Bogotá | 4/5 | Limited |
| Santa Marta | 4/5 | Limited |
| Cali | 4/5 | Limited |
| Salento | 4/5 | Limited |
| San Andrés | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Minca | 4/5 | Limited |
| Palomino | 4/5 | Limited |
| San Gil | 4/5 | Limited |
| Pereira | 4/5 | Limited |
| Guatapé | 3/5 | Limited |
| Villa de Leyva | 3/5 | Limited |
| Jardín | 3/5 | Rare |
| Barranquilla | 3/5 | Limited |
| Leticia | 3/5 | Limited |
Quick answers
Is Guatapé good for solo travelers?
Good, with some effort (3/5). Colorful lakeside town beside El Peñol rock, an easy day trip or quiet weekend from Medellín.
How do you meet people in Guatapé?
Group day trips from Medellín, hostels with tours, boat trips on the reservoir and kayaking or paragliding sessions. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Guatapé?
Limited.
Is Guatapé safe for solo female travelers?
Solo women visit as a day trip or overnight. The town is calm; use usual precautions at night.
More about Guatapé
Going to Guatapé solo?
SoloSquare is where travelers, nomads and locals in Guatapé meet up for small plans: coffee, dinners, walks and day trips. Join one, or start your own in a minute.
Sources
Ratings are SoloSquare's editorial judgment. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.