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*HIDDEN GEM, THIS IS NOT COCORA*

DESTINATION: LA CARBONERA, Salento, Colombia - Be one of the first to lay eyes on an unspoilt paradise!

In Salento, Colombia there is a palm tree forest sitting at 3000 meters called "La Carbonera". People usually come to Salento to visit Valle de Cocora to see the 900 tallest palms in the world, however La Carbonera has 2 million palms making it the largest in the world and is entirely off of the radar, you won't find it on Google or in any guidebook.

La Carbonera has only been visited by 900 tourists since 2016. Only one tour company has permission to show people this beautiful valley. 20 years ago the entire region was occupied by rebel forces which has kept it off of the tourist route.

This is also the only place you can spot the yellow eared parrot, a bird species that was considered extinct in the 90s until later rediscovered in La Carbonera. 400 live in the area and can't be seen anywhere else in the world.

HOW TO GET THERE: @SalentoCycling are the only tour company that can take you there. The guys drive you to a view point with a delicious picnic. After you'll have the chance to walk into the forest before biking 20km downhill back into town (not for the faint hearted!) 100,000COP/£28.

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"We loved it, great outdoor experience, and the service was great"

AED 169 total

3 May - 4 May

AED 125 total

19 May - 20 May

"All I can say is wow! The casita is very private and located on a farm in a rural area around 10 minutes to the nearest town. It is an excellent option for a romantic getaway. There is someone close by who is available if you need anything, but you really feel like you’re on your own. It is a very modern dwelling in a magical setting with a stunning view. I was extremely impressed and will return."

AED 1,033 total

2 Jun - 3 Jun

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

AED 1,033 total

2 Jun - 3 Jun

"Quiet place to rest and disconnect."

"The walks in the nature were beautiful. The staf is very friendly and helpful"

Cabin, Mountain View, Non Accessible | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

"Un véritable havre de paix, une architecture typique, des chambres très confortables et un personnel aux petits soins, le top ! Très calme, à l’exterieur de Salento mais facilement accessible en bus ou en taxi. Possibilité de randonnée en partant à pied. "

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

"Our host was exceptional and very accommodating. He knows the area very well and recommended some fantastic places to eat - Betatown being one of them. The laundry facilities were great and really handy as we are travelling with hand-luggage only. Would highly recommend the hotel. "

AED 261 total

3 May - 4 May