For those wondering if it is worth dishing out 15 USD for the 6 kilometer ride down and up to the other rim, La Mesa de Los Santos, the best view of the canyon is actually from the “Mirador” high above on the side of the entrance gate
The road between San Gil and Bucaramanga partly follows and even descends into this majestic canyon, providing a stunning vista with Rio Chicamocha snaking along more than 1.000 meters below. The area is desert-like, with lots of thorny shrubs, cactuses and even more goats climbing with ease through the steep terrain, tugging at twigs. Continue Reading →