Activity Bogotá, Colombia

Nemocon Salt mines

4.3 (3 reviews) 5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Nemocon Salt mines — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Nemocon Salt mines, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Below the surface, remains a place that keeps the beating heart of Colombia, where the mirrors of saline water reflect the patterns made by lighting inside a cave with hundreds of years and galleries filled with colors and history. Let’s experience for a while the life of a miner and discover one of the industries that have influenced the culture and economy of the region.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Paraíso Travels

Ages: Children (2–14 years) · Youth (16–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Tickets
Included: Insurance policy
Included: Bilingual guide
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Snacks
Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Mina de Sal de Nemocon

one hour Admission included

Crossing the savanna we'll arrive at the Nemocón, there, underground awaits 1,600 meters of tunnels of the first salt mine exploited in Colombia.
Stop 2

30 min Admission included

Have a sneak peek of how it was formed the region of Bogotá and its surroundings among fossils of mastodons, Megatheriums, plesiosaurs, and ammonites.
3
Mina de Sal de Nemocon

2 hours Admission included
- Descent. The salt mine is accessed through large German doors 3 meters high, original from 1817.
- Ascent. Continue to discover the secrets of this place, such as the underground chapel, the salt waterfall, the wishing pool and even a film set.
Stop 4

30 min

We will take a walk through the picturesque streets of this small mining town, visiting the main square of Nemocón, and we will see the architecture of a colorful and serene municipality.
Bogota

one hour

We return to Bogotá, you can choose the location of your drop-off.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Casa Bianca by Faranda Boutique
Macarena Hostal San Gil
Hotel oasis home
VOU Suites
Hotel y Restaurante Casa Medina
H C De Quevedo
Hotel Platinum Suite
Hotel Torre Central
Mercure Bogota BH Zona Financiera
Hotel Lido
Ibis Bogota Museo
Hotel Embajada Bogota Dc

and 585 more pickup points

We pick you up at your hotel or place of accommodation within the urban perimeter of Bogotá. Outside this perimeter, it can lead to additional costs.

Using your ticket

*Lunch not covered

You can ask if you require time to have lunch or any other food, no extra fees for waiting time for lunch.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
These are estimated times, we start from a capital city that has traffic like any other metropolitan area. The trip is by land, and by vehicle. Check available pickup times if your preference is to return earlier.