Day trips
Around Doradal and Puerto Triunfo
Beyond Nápoles and Río Claro, the municipality of Puerto Triunfo has riverside villages, waterfalls and conservation projects few visitors see.
On a first visit, start with Hacienda Nápoles and Río Claro; with an extra day, these trips round out the journey (see the 3-day itinerary).
Estación Cocorná and the turtle center
A village that grew around the old Antioquia Railway station on the riverbank. It hosts the River Turtle Conservation Center, a community project that has released about 16,000 Magdalena river turtles (Podocnemis lewyana) in 15 years and now releases around 1,500 a year; releases are part of the visit (El Colombiano). There is also the Bocatoma waterfall (about 25 m / 80 ft), according to the municipality.
Puerto Perales
A Puerto Triunfo village on the Magdalena River, downstream from the Puerto Triunfo riverfront. It sees few tourists; if you go, arrange it with local operators.
San Juan waterfall
A drop of about 15 m (50 ft) on the San Juan creek, in Doradal, with rappelling and hiking (Puerto Triunfo municipality).
Los Colores Ecoparque
A conservation area with hiking, birdwatching and walks through Middle Magdalena forest (El Colombiano). It has its own hotel: read our Los Colores Ecoparque review or look for glamping and cabins in the area.
La Dorada (Caldas)
About 70-76 km away, across the border in Caldas. Not to be confused with Doradal: we explain the difference.
Where to stay nearby
- Hotel Arbóreo Doradal: Outdoor pool, gym, garden and terrace; breakfast available. 9.1/10, review
- Hotel Puerto Triunfo: One of the most-booked hotels in Doradal; guests praise the pool and breakfast. 8.3/10
- La Manola Finca Hotel: Country "finca" hotel with gardens and views; breakfast options. 9.2/10
Full comparisons: hotels in Doradal, near Hacienda Nápoles, with a pool, budget
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Sources
Checked on October 18, 2026. Prices and opening hours change: always confirm with the official source before you travel.