Tours

Hacienda Nápoles & Río Claro tours from Medellín

Medellín is about 3-4 hours from Doradal, so a day trip is doable but long. Below: what tours include and when it pays to stay a night.

Hacienda Nápoles entrance
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Day trip vs. 2 days

A day trip from Medellín takes about 14 hours (tour-medellin.com) and leaves 5-6 hours on site. If you want Hacienda Nápoles and Río Claro, or the Premium pass, spend at least one night in Doradal.

Reference prices

Checked October 18, 2026. Hacienda Nápoles: check whether the tour includes the pass (adult Safari COP 159,000 at the official box office).

Do it yourself

Bus from Medellín's Terminal del Norte (from ~COP 30,000-55,000 each way depending on the company) + a hotel in Doradal + a pass bought on the official website. See how to get there from Medellín. To sleep, check hotels near Hacienda Nápoles and follow the 2-day itinerary.

Where to stay nearby

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a Hacienda Nápoles tour from Medellín?
It varies a lot depending on whether the pass and hotel are included. For Río Claro from Medellín we saw COP 190,000-259,000 per person (about US$45-65, Oct 2026) with transport and an activity.
Are there Hacienda Nápoles tours from Medellín with a hotel?
Yes, several operators sell 2-day/1-night packages with a hotel in Doradal. You can also build it yourself: bus + hotel + pass.
What time do they leave?
Day trips leave early (between 6:00 and 7:50 a.m. depending on the operator) and return at night.

Sources

Checked on October 18, 2026. Prices and opening hours change: always confirm with the official source before you travel.