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How to get to Vegonia from San Agustín (about 1 hour), Pitalito and Neiva, what to bring and how booking works.

Where we are

Km 8 Vía Salto de Bordones – Morelia, Saladoblanco, Huila · Colombia

Every day · 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

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Diagram · not to scaleRoute diagram to Vegonia (not to scale)From San Agustín about 1 hour, 28 km. From Pitalito about 1 hour. From Neiva about 3 hours to Pitalito and 1 hour more to Vegonia. From Vegonia: Morelia hot springs 10 minutes, Vista Hermosa (Salto de Bordones trail) 30 minutes.VegoniaKm 8, road to BordonesSan Agustín≈1 h · 28 km · unpaved roadPitalito≈1 h to VegoniaSaladoblancoNeiva · ≈3 h to Pitalito ↗Salto de Bordones trailVista Hermosa · 30 minMorelia hot springs10 min

How to get to Vegonia from San Agustín, Pitalito and Neiva

From San Agustín
≈1 hour · 28 km on an unpaved road
From Pitalito
≈1 hour to Vegonia
From Neiva
≈3 hours to Pitalito, then ≈1 hour to Vegonia
To the Morelia hot springs
10 min from Vegonia
To the Salto de Bordones trail
30 min to Vista Hermosa, where the trail begins

We send you exact directions on WhatsApp when you book.

What we can tell you — and what we can’t

So you can decide with the facts we have. What is not measured here, we do not promise.

What we can tell you

  • The guided tour of the park takes 30 to 45 minutes; the optional Petroglyphic Terraces tour, 45 to 60.
  • It is a walk on foot, outdoors, on a site with more than 112 artificial terraces across 8 hectares.
  • Each guide takes up to 6 people.
  • The climate is temperate: 12 to 24 °C, at 1,500–2,100 m above sea level.
  • Wear rubber shoes or sneakers, comfortable long-sleeve clothes, and bring insect repellent and water.
  • The road from San Agustín (28 km) is unpaved.
  • The Sol cabin has two floors and sleeps up to 6: four single beds on the first floor, the double bed on the second.
  • The camping area is on flat ground.

What we don’t promise

  • A month without rain, or an ideal season: it can rain in any month of the year.
  • That the tour always goes ahead: it can depend on the weather and the condition of the trail.
  • The condition of the unpaved road. Message us on WhatsApp before you set out.
  • Mobile signal on the trail or at the cabin: we have not measured it. Download the map offline and save the location before leaving San Agustín or Pitalito.
  • Access for reduced mobility, wheelchairs or strollers: we have not measured slopes, steps or trail widths, so we cannot say it is suitable.
  • Ages: if you travel with young children, older adults or someone with reduced mobility, write to us before coming and we will tell you what we know and what we don’t.

If Vegonia cancels because of the weather, you choose between a refund and rescheduling. Read the cancellation policy →

Ask us on WhatsApp →

Only coming for the day?

Group of visitors on a guided tour beside an excavation trench at Vegonia

Passing through from San Agustín?

Day visit

COP 10,000 per person

Guided tour of the Vegonia Archaeological Park (30-45 min) with a local guide, among stone sculptures and remains of a pre-Hispanic settlement that were never moved to a museum. No overnight stay needed.

Optional: Petroglyphic Terraces tour, COP 15,000 per person (45-60 min).

Book on WhatsApp

Write to us before you come so a guide is waiting for you.

IllustrationIllustrated itinerary of the day visit: arrival, guided tour of the park and optional terraces tour

Vegonia from the air

How to get to Vegonia Arqueológica?

Vegonia Arqueológica is at Km 8 on the Salto de Bordones – Morelia road, Saladoblanco (Huila). From San Agustín, the archaeological heart of Huila, it is about 1 hour (28 km) on an unpaved road. From Pitalito, about 1 hour. From Neiva: take the road to Pitalito (~3 hours) and then Vegonia (~1 hour). Coordinates 2.0544° N, 76.1813° W. We send exact directions when you book via WhatsApp at +57 313 665 5001.

What should I bring for my visit?

For the archaeological tour: rubber or tennis shoes, comfortable long-sleeve clothing (sun protection), insect repellent, water and a camera. For mountain expeditions (Arco de las Jarras, Laguna del Dorado): trekking footwear, waterproof jacket, warm clothing, flashlight and extra snacks. Plans include all meals, so you do not need to bring food for the plan.

How do I book, how do I pay and what is the cancellation policy?

Reservations are made via WhatsApp at +57 313 665 5001. We accept Nequi (at 310 255 2545), transfer to Bancolombia savings account 912-459391-97, or cash at the farm; the remaining balance is paid on arrival. Cancellation policy: The 50% deposit is optional: paying it holds your spot and gives you priority if another request falls on the same date. Without a deposit, your booking is subject to availability. Notice of 48 hours or more: the guest chooses between a full refund of the deposit or a free date change. Notice of less than 48 hours: no refund; the deposit can be used once to reschedule the visit within the following 3 months. If the guest does not arrive and gives no notice, the deposit is forfeited. If Vegonia cancels due to weather, public order or force majeure, the guest chooses between a full refund or rescheduling.

Are the archaeological pieces legally held? What is ICANH?

Yes. The Colombian Institute of Anthropology and History (ICANH) is the Colombian State entity that regulates and protects archaeological heritage. Vegonia holds ICANH Resolution No. 1457 of October 4, 2023, which authorizes the legitimate custody of 6 pieces and lots: 3 statues, 1 slab lot and 2 grinding stones. The pieces belong to the Nation but the authorized custodian (Juan Pablo Paladinez Anacona) cares for them and makes them accessible to the public, contributing to their conservation.

Who built these sculptures and when?

The sculptures and cancel tombs of Vegonia were created by the ancestral culture of the Upper Magdalena, the pre-Hispanic group that inhabited this region between the 6th century BC and the 17th century AD. Radiocarbon dates from the site place the burials between the 6th century AD (Beta-10232) and the 10th century AD. Archaeologist Héctor Llanos (1984) cataloged it as the largest and best-preserved residential nucleus of the Upper Magdalena, with more than 112 artificial terraces across 8 hectares.

Do you accommodate groups or companies? Do you have an event space?

Yes. We have a space available for training sessions, workshops or corporate team-building activities. Room rental: COP 150,000/day; kitchen rental: COP 50,000/day. For large groups (more than 6 people) please check availability and special rates via WhatsApp. Guide-led excursions also adapt to groups: the guide to Laguna del Dorado, Salto de Bordones and Arco de las Jarras has a group price for up to 6 people (COP 150,000); for more than 6, COP 25,000 per person.

What is the weather like and what if it rains?

The climate is temperate: 12-24 °C, at 1,500-2,100 m above sea level. It can rain in any month of the year and we cannot promise a dry season. The tour can depend on the weather and the condition of the trail. If Vegonia cancels because of the weather, you choose between a refund and rescheduling (see Terms and Conditions). Before you set out, message us on WhatsApp at +57 313 665 5001 and we will confirm your visit.

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