{"id":4836,"date":"2020-03-16T18:52:02","date_gmt":"2020-03-16T20:52:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/?p=4836"},"modified":"2026-01-06T16:38:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T18:38:54","slug":"rio-claro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/rio-claro\/","title":{"rendered":"Rio Claro Colombia: A True Nature Reserve Near Medellin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Rio Claro Colombia is a private nature reserve in Antioquia located three hours southeast of Medellin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a popular way to escape the city and immerse yourself in nature. If you can avoid visiting during a holiday or weekend, it&#8217;s likely that you\u2019ll nearly have the place to yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After visiting Rio Claro for a couple of days, I created this guide to help you plan your own trip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It includes things to do, where to stay, the best time to visit, and how to get to Rio Claro from Medellin or Bogota. I&#8217;ve also included an interesting history of Rio Claro so make sure you read to the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s jump in and discover why Rio Claro is a true eco-lodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"A long swatch of limestone rock forms the riverbed along the Rio Claro which has carved deep ridges in the rockface.\" class=\"wp-image-4844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-700x306.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-250x109.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-768x336.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-960x420.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-915x400.jpg 915w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia-585x256.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-colombia.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:21px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:19px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:11px;line-height:15px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"><em>This article may contain affiliate links. This means if you click a link on my website and make a purchase, <em>I earn a commission at no additional cost to you<\/em>. For full information, please see my <\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>disclaimer<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;here<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id4836_6144a3-e5 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id4836_6144a3-e5 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id4836_6144a3-e5 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id4836_6144a3-e5 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reserva Rio Claro Antioquia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rio Claro, which translates to \u201cclear river,\u201d flows through a marble canyon that has been shaped by the water over thousands of years. It provides a striking backdrop to base yourself in nature for a few days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its magnificence is further enhanced by the beauty of the surrounding tropical rainforest. The reserve is rich with wildlife, including tropical birds, monkeys, and the beautiful <a aria-label=\"blue morpho butterfly (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rainforest-alliance.org\/species\/blue-butterfly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blue morpho butterfly<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Rocks sculpted by the elements protrude from the water at Rio Claro near Medellin Antioquia. The river is surrounded by lush trees.\" class=\"wp-image-4810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/medellin-day-trip-rio-claro.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rio Claro Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to take a day trip to the reserve, I recommend booking one of these Rio Claro tours to maximize your time and make the most of the day. They all include transportation from Medellin and a bilingual guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Adventure Rio Claro Tour with Lunch\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/adventure-rio-claro-tour-with-lunch\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Rio Claro Adventure Day Tour with Traditional Lunch Included<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rafting and Zipline Rio Claro Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/rafting-and-zipline-rio-claro-tour\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Rafting and Ziplining: Rio Claro Tour<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7 Fun <strong>Things To Do<\/strong> in Rio Claro Colombia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rio Claro Reserve feels a bit like summer camp. There are activities for nearly every adventure level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you enter Reserva Rio Claro, you are greeted with a map of the reserve. Then it\u2019s a short walk on a shaded dirt road along the river to the restaurant and activity center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A visit to Rio Claro does not require participation in any of the activities. If you\u2019d rather do your own thing, continue along the path as you admire the river and reach other destinations, including Playa de Marmol, Templo del Tiempo, and Playa Manantial which sits across from Caverna de los Guacharos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most popular landmarks and activities are detailed below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hiking-rio-claro-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A clear stone path lined with trees through the tropical rain forest leads the way through Reserva Rio Claro.\" class=\"wp-image-4839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hiking-rio-claro-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hiking-rio-claro-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hiking-rio-claro-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hiking-rio-claro-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hiking-rio-claro-585x780.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hiking-rio-claro.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><strong>Planning to visit Colombia?<\/strong> Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/day-trips-from-medellin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4804\">10 epic day trips from Medellin<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Swim at Marble Beach (Playa de Marmol)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A large flat piece of white marble juts into the river, creating the perfect area to sunbathe and an easy entrance to this swimming point along the river. Popular with families and groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Visit Templo del Tiempo (Temple of Time)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Thick stalactites hang from the ceiling of the curved, open-air cavern.\" class=\"wp-image-4846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/templo-del-tiemp.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This open cavern is a great example of how small mineral deposits form stalactites and stalagmites over millions of years. Located next to the trail, it\u2019s much easier to access than the cave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Swim at Playa Manantial<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Long swaths of limestone rock make up the river bed here, where a natural spring flows into the river from Caverna de los Guacharos, The Cave of the Oilbirds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From this point, you can continue the trail paths on your own towards Boca Caiman, or Alligator Mouth, where the river has carved a ledge that looks like the mouth of an alligator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Zipline Across Rio Claro Nature Reserve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"A young boy zip lines through the canopy and over the river at Playa Marmol.\" class=\"wp-image-4847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-250x187.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-960x719.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-534x400.jpg 534w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro-585x438.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/zipline-rio-claro.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Admire the reserve and canyon from above along this 500 meter zipline. The route zigzags down the river with three resting platforms from which to continue.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_de69cd-c6 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4836_33a4c3-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4836_33a4c3-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4836_33a4c3-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4836_33a4c3-ed > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_33a4c3-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_33a4c3-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4836_33a4c3-ed alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_18de9e-47 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_18de9e-47\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 30,000 pesos<br>\u231a <strong>Time:<\/strong> 1 hour<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Minimum Age: <\/strong>7 years old<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Go Rafting in Rio Claro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Inflatable boats take you down the river\u2019s calm Class I and II rapids as you gape at the marble canyon walls towering overhead.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:2px solid #000000;border-right:2px solid #000000;border-bottom:2px solid #000000;border-left:2px solid #000000;}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_a51b79-60:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:2px solid #000000;border-right:2px solid #000000;border-bottom:2px solid #000000;border-left:2px solid #000000;flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_a51b79-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:2px solid #000000;border-right:2px solid #000000;border-bottom:2px solid #000000;border-left:2px solid #000000;flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_a51b79-60\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 50,000 pesos<br>\u231a <strong>Time:<\/strong> 2.5 hour<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Minimum Age: <\/strong>7 years old<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Explore Caverna de Los Guacharos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"At the opening of the limestone cave, a man sits on the rocks to refresh in the spring that flows into Rio Claro at Playa Manantial.\" class=\"wp-image-4838\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/caverna-guacharos.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Adventurous travelers will want to go spelunking in this cave which is home to oilbirds. The small river that cuts through the cave has created incredible marble rock formations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A headlamp and flashlight are required, as well as a guide. Keep in mind, this is a moderately strenuous activity and you and your belongings will likely get wet.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_86ccb3-a2 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4836_64f5c6-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4836_64f5c6-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4836_64f5c6-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4836_64f5c6-16 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_64f5c6-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_64f5c6-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4836_64f5c6-16 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_cdee59-cb\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 45,000 pesos<br>\u231a <strong>Time:<\/strong> 3 hour<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Minimum Age: <\/strong>12 years old<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Climb the Limestone Cliffs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are one horizontal and two vertical rock faces fastened with a cable that allows climbers to secure themselves during the climb. A harness, helmet, carabiner, and gloves are provided. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re into climbing you&#8217;ll want to read about <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/colombia\/guatape\/\">visiting Guatape Colombia<\/a> during your travels.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_232bac-9b:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_232bac-9b > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_232bac-9b kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4836_f14e17-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4836_f14e17-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4836_f14e17-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4836_f14e17-5d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_f14e17-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_f14e17-5d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4836_f14e17-5d alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_aa540a-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_aa540a-22\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 30,000 pesos<br>\u231a <strong>Time:<\/strong> 1 hour<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <strong>Minimum Age: <\/strong>18 years old<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Go Hiking and Bird Watching at Reserva Rio Claro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to go hiking in Reserva Rio Claro, there are several paths that were created between the river and the limestone cliffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The birds at Rio Claro Natural Reserve includes several species that are endemic to Colombia and others that are hard to find elsewhere. They include parrots, toucans, motmots, colorful tanagers, and the white-footed Tamarin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"A curved bank of limestone rock lines the shallow water of Reserva Rio Claro Antioquia. The clear water appears green.\" class=\"wp-image-4840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-700x306.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-250x109.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-768x336.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-960x420.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-914x400.jpg 914w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro-585x256.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/reserva-rio-claro.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Stay<\/strong> at Rio Claro Antioquia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You absolutely should stay within the Rio Claro Reserve if you feel it\u2019s within budget. The incredible experience of being within the nature reserve at night and in the mornings is worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And once you factor in the included 3 meals per day, the 160-2680,000 pesos rate per person seems quite reasonable. If you prefer a budget accommodation, you can <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Doradal Colombia Hotels\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/doradal-colombia-hotels\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\"><strong>book a hotel in Doradal<\/strong><\/a> which is a short bus ride from Rio Claro Nature Reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reserva Rio Claro Cabins<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to stay overnight, I highly recommend staying in one of the cabins at the reserve. There are four options depending on your mobility, comfort level, and desire to be enveloped in nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each room is equipped with electricity, light, and a private bathroom. Rated are quoted per person and include three meals per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. El Refugio Cabins<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Fully immersed in nature, these cabins are only accessible by foot via a 10-minute walk down the trail from the restaurant. The rooms can accommodate 2-4 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the only cabin with various rates depending on which room type you choose. The higher the price, the higher the floor and thus better views of the rainforest and its inhabitants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the full eco-lodge experience, you should stay here.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_bc8a60-84 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4836_4120dd-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4836_4120dd-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4836_4120dd-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4836_4120dd-ae > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_4120dd-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_4120dd-ae > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4836_4120dd-ae alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_5d2b1a-c6\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 170,000 &#8211; 280,000 pesos per person<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. La Mulata Cabins<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Surrounded by lush forest, these cabins are best for birdwatchers thanks to a large number of sightings from the rooms. Located between the main gate and the restaurant, the rooms at these cabins accommodate 2-6 people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good for small groups and those that desire more comfort and accessibility since the buildings can be accessed directly by car.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_80a44a-42:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_80a44a-42 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4836_792838-ca > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4836_792838-ca > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4836_792838-ca > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4836_792838-ca > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_792838-ca > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_792838-ca > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4836_792838-ca alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_855d17-22{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_855d17-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_855d17-22\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 200,000 &#8211; 260,000 pesos per person<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"A two story white stone building with wooden windows sits among the trees of Reserva Rio Claro, perfect for birdwatching.. \" class=\"wp-image-4843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-250x187.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-960x719.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-534x400.jpg 534w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins-585x438.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-cabins.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Blue Morpho EcoLodge<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the two upper levels of the reserve\u2019s main building, these rooms with forest views are ideal for those who do not wish to walk at night between the restaurant and their room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rooms, which accommodate 4-6 people, were originally envisioned for school groups. It\u2019s also accessible by car and steps away from the Adventure Activities Center.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_943e48-f1:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_943e48-f1 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4836_957286-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4836_957286-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4836_957286-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4836_957286-d2 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_957286-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_957286-d2 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4836_957286-d2 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_e06e0e-da\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 160,000 &#8211; 180,000 pesos per person<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Hotel Rio Claro<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These independent bungalows are located along the highway and ideal for families and corporate groups that desire creature comforts rather than an immersion in nature. The rooms accommodate 2-4 people and some include air conditioner. The green grounds surrounding the hotel include a playground, restaurant, and pool.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3{position:relative;}.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_b0ab24-e3 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id4836_a7aa38-fc > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id4836_a7aa38-fc > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id4836_a7aa38-fc > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id4836_a7aa38-fc > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_a7aa38-fc > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id4836_a7aa38-fc > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id4836_a7aa38-fc alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_1d03d9-ba\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Cost:<\/strong> 180,000 &#8211; 200,000 pesos per person<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips for Visiting Rio Claro<\/strong> Colombia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At first glance, the river seems calm. But there are strong currents throughout. Keep your wits about you and an eye on others in your group.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep all food sealed or hang it from a string so as not to attract unwanted visitors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment for accommodations is due ahead of time. Within the reserve, only cash is accepted. The entrance fee is 15,000 pesos. Credit cards are accepted at the entrance, however, the credit card payment system is not guaranteed to work. The nearest ATM is 30 minutes away in Doradal, though it\u2019s also not guaranteed to work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A flashlight is needed after 5 pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temperatures can drop considerably at night. Bring layers for cooler temperatures at night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Best Time to Visit Rio Claro<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the name implies, the river is crystal clear. Unless of course, you visit during the rainy season, which tends to stir up the sediments and create a muddy river. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rainy season in Antioquia, Colombia is roughly April-May and September-November.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can, you\u2019ll also want to avoid weekends and holidays when the reserve is busy with families visiting from Medellin and Bogota. It\u2019s possible during the weekend you will need to reserve the activities ahead of time or at least as soon as you arrive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I visited on Monday, there was no need to reserve right away and it made for a much more relaxed adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Large rock stones line the bottom of the clear river. Plant life grows on top of the larger rocks in the center of the river.\" class=\"wp-image-4845\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-reserve.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Get to Rio Claro<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bogota-Medellin highway is one of the most traveled roads in Colombia. Any of the buses traveling between the two cities will drop you off at Reserva Rio Claro along the way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entrance to the park is clearly marked and hard to miss, but you may need to pay attention and remind the driver to stop. The closest city to the Rio Claro Nature Reserve is Doradal which is about 30 minutes away from Rio Claro, towards Bogota.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get to Rio Claro from Medellin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can take a bus from Rio Claro to Medellin from the city\u2019s north bus terminal. Buses depart at least every hour and takes about three and a half hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get to Rio Claro from Bogota<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Buses to Rio Claro from Bogota depart Salitre station every hour. The total trip to get from Bogota to Rio Claro takes around five and a half hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>History of Reserva Rio Claro<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a world where \u201ceco\u201d has been overused and exploited for its popularity, Juan Guillermo Garc\u00e9s has created the real deal. His passion for preservation is evident in his story of acquiring the land. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Growing up in Colombia during the last half of the 20th century, Garc\u00e9s found himself visualizing the disappearance of the entire Middle Magdalena jungle within his lifetime.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a farmer told him a story of chasing a jaguar into the jungle only to discover a magical place with walls and floor made of marble, he set out with his brother to find the location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After two days in the jungle, they discovered the transparent blue-green waters of Rio Claro and its surrounding natural beauty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Trees and limestone rocks surround Rio Claro which has carved its way through the marble canyon.\" class=\"wp-image-4842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-760x570.jpg 760w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-533x400.jpg 533w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rio-claro-antioquia.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It was 1968 and the Medellin-Bogota highway was in the initial stages of being built. They knew it was only a matter of time before the forest would be destroyed. So, Garc\u00e9s and his brother began to take possession of the land. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many years passed, as Colombia experienced violent turbulence as a result of the drug trade. During this time, Garc\u00e9s kept a low profile and only visited Rio Claro occasionally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then in 1997, Garc\u00e9s was kidnapped. After a month in captivity, he managed to escape, all the while never giving up his dream of preserving the land.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It wasn\u2019t until 2005 that he began to build Reserva Rio Claro. Today, he has created an eco-sanctuary that continues to preserve the tropical rainforest by reinvesting profits into the conservation of adjacent land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover Related Posts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/colombia\/day-trips-from-medellin\/\">Day Trips From Medellin<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/colombia\/guatape\/\">Guatape Without a Tour<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/colombia\/rincon-del-mar-isla-mucura-tintipan\/\">Rincon del Mar, Colombia<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#00c0ce\">Like this Post? 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height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Collage of images with text that reads Eco-lodge near Medellin, Rio Claro Colombia. Top horizontal is the river with large, long marble rock. Bottom left vertical is the blue-green river with marble rock on the bank. Bottom right is a shaded pathway.\" class=\"wp-image-4865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-167x250.jpg 167w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-960x1440.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro-585x878.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pin-rio-claro.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column4836_f7ec45-ca inner-column-3\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Collage of images with text that reads A true eco-lodge, Rio Claro Colombia. Top horizontal is the river with large, long marble rock. Bottom left vertical is the blue-green river with marble rock on the bank. Bottom right is a shaded pathway.\" class=\"wp-image-4866\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-167x250.jpg 167w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-960x1440.jpg 960w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia-585x878.jpg 585w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pinterest-rio-claro-colombia.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rio Claro, Colombia is a private nature reserve in Antioquia located three hours southeast of Medellin. It\u2019s a popular way to escape the city and immerse yourself in nature. Rio Claro, which translates to \u201cclear river,\u201d flows through a marble canyon that has been shaped by the water over thousands of years. It provides a striking backdrop to base yourself in nature for a few days. 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