Climbing Ritacuba Blanco
The mighty Ritacuba Blanco is a majestic, mythical and glorious sight, towering above the lush lowlands in the Colombian Andes. Mountain climbing on this special mountain is a truly sublime experience.
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There are many reasons for choosing Mountain Climbing in Ritacuba Blanco
Ritacuba Blanco is regarded as one of the most beautiful mountains in Colombia, nestled within the picture-perfect and gorgeous National Park Cocuy and its amazing surroundings of stunning lakes, valleys and tropical forest. The sweeping panoramic views from the summit look back over this tranquil Colombian countryside, re-enforcing its status as a truly exquisite mountain.
Good to know:
Country Code
+57
Language
Spanish
Currency
Colombian Peso
Best time to visit
December-March, which is a dry season in Colombia
How to get there
From Bogota, it is approximately 387km (8 hours) drive via car or bus to Guican, which is where most climbs begin
Weather
Vary little temperature variation during the year, with 20 degrees celsius the average daytime temperature. Wet seasons from April-May and October-November
More info about Mountain Climbing in Ritacuba Blanco:
Some of the climbing routes up Ritacuba Blanco can be quite challenging, so having a decent level of fitness and some previous mountain climbing experience is recommended. The weather can turn quite quickly in the area, particularly at night, so please pack and wear appropriately warm mountain climbing clothing so as not to get caught out
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