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On Day 3, the group set off early at 5:30 AM for an exciting day in Guatapé, starting with breakfast before heading to climb the iconic El Peñol Stone. After conquering its 649 steps, they enjoyed stunning views over the picturesque Guatapé Dam, known for its beautiful landscapes and water sports. The adventure continued with a thrilling boat tour, connecting them with nature. Later, they visited Explora Park, an interactive science center featuring South America's most diverse aquarium and exciting experiments. A day of exploration, learning, and cultural activities capped off their unforgettable trip.
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DAY 3rd Firsttheygot up at 5:30 a.m, took a shower and hadbreakfast at 6:30 a.m. togetreadytobe at Guatape, El Peñol stone and the Explora park at 7:30am
Guatape Description: Guatapedamislocated in themunicipality of Guatape, nearMedellin. Itis a largewaterreservoirbuiltto produce electricpower; in addition, it has becomeone of themostimportanttouristis places of Colombia wherevisitoursmayenjoyboating, sailing and otherwatersports. It has manysmallislands and itissurroundedbybeatifulnature, farms, and nicelandscaping. History: thisdamwasbuilt in the late 1960s.
activities Theyleftthe hotel forGuatapedamwheretheyenjoyedclimbing El Peñol Stone and thentook a tour onboat in Guatapedam. Thisboat tour isveryexcitingbecausewefeelphysicalcontactwiththedam and itsbeatifulnature and islands.
El Peñol stone Description: El Peñol stonesisone of thetalleststones of theword; located in themunicipality of Guatape. Itis a touristiclandmarkthat can beclimbedtoits stop bywalkingits 649 steps. Fromits top visitors can admire thegreatness of Guatapedam and thebeatifullandscape. History:itclimbedfirst time in 1954. ItwasplannedtopaintGuatapeonthestonebutbecause of problemswith El Peñol justGlwaspainted. Bothmunicipalitiesclaimownership of thestone
activities theyclimbing in the peñol stone a long time becauseit has 649 steps, upongettingthe top, thereis a buildingwith a cafeteriawhenyou can buydrinksafter a greatclimbing and a souvenils shop whenyou can buyobjectsabouttheregion.
Explora park Description: Explora parkisaninteractive center tolearnaboutPhysics, Science and technology. Itis a liketomalokait has manyrooms, anaquarium, expositionsroom, tv study, and experimentrooms, toprovideknowledgewhileenjoying. Itsaquariumisthemostdiverse of South America, withriverwater and sea waterspecies. Itiswonderfultoseestrange, colorful, large, small and manycharacteristics of such a variety of species. History: itwasdesignedby Mr. Alejandro Echeverri, and inauguratedonDecember 08, 2007
activities Afterhaving lunch theywentto Explora Park wheretheypracticedseveralexperimentations and atractions, one of thenwastoseehow a ghostiscreated, howvoicewavestravel, electricity etc. Theyalsoadmiredmanyfish and reptile in theaquarium.
hotel theyarrivedtothe hotel and haddinner, themtheyhad a cultural activity.