- If you’re coming from the South, there are five direct buses that depart from Bogota daily. The journey takes 12 hours and costs 45,000 COP. Along the way, you'll pass through Tunja (9 hours, 25,000 COP) and Duitama.
- Traveling from the North can be a bit more complicated. If you're coming from Cucuta or Bucaramanga, you'll need to change buses in Capitanejo.
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Welcome to the remarkable Cocuy National Park, located along the border of the Boyacá and Arauca departments in Colombia. This natural wonder offers a breathtaking experience for adventurers seeking to explore its majestic landscapes and diverse ecosystems. After a temporary closure of 18 months, Cocuy National Park reopened in spring 2017, now exclusively allowing day-trips for visitors. The park presents three exhilarating trekking options, each lasting between 8 to 11 hours and providing a thrilling challenge for explorers. Please note that it is mandatory to be accompanied by a guide throughout your journey within the park. To fully prepare for your adventure, consider spending a day or two in the nearby villages of El Cocuy and Gican, where you can organize your trip to the national park. Keep in mind that there is a registration fee per visit, not per day, making it advantageous to register for all three treks at once. Take caution not to plan back-to-back day trips unless you possess extensive hiking experience, as most individuals require a full day to recuperate. To optimize your budget, try to find fellow hikers to share the cost of a guide, as each guide can accommodate up to six people. Guides typically charge around $100,000 per day, and transportation to and from the park can cost up to $200,000. Given the high altitudes reaching up to 4,800 meters, it is highly recommended to allocate a full day for acclimatization in one of the comfortable cabins located just outside the park. Many travelers have experienced the challenges of rising from the 2,800-meter altitude of the village to nearly 5,000 meters within the park in a single day, often struggling with altitude sickness. While guides and agencies in Cocuy and Gican may lack organization and fail to adequately prepare you for the treks' difficulties, don't be deterred. Seek out more experienced guides and embrace the thrilling challenge that awaits within the magnificent Cocuy National Park!
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Bandeja Paisa: This hearty platter is a staple in the Colombian cuisine and typically consists of white rice, red beans cooked with pork, ground beef, chorizo sausage, morcilla (blood sausage), plantains, avocado, ground meat, and a fried egg. It's often served with an arepa, a corn-based bread, on the side. 
Ajiaco: This traditional Colombian soup is made with chunks of chicken, corn, potatoes, avocado, and guascas (a type of herb). Served hot, it is typically accompanied by a portion of white rice, capers, heavy cream, and an avocado slice. The unique taste comes from the combination of the herbs and spices used in its preparation. 
Arepas: These versatile, round corn-based breads are a staple in Colombian cuisine. They can be found everywhere, from street vendors to restaurants. Traditionally made with pre-cooked corn flour called masarepa, they come in a variety of flavors like plain, cheese, or sweet ones with coconut or cinnamon. Arepas can be served warm, either halved and buttered, or split and used as a pocket bread filled with tasty ingredients such as meats, cheeses, or vegetables. Historical Appearance
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