In the mountains of the department of Huila stands one of the most fascinating and biodiverse corners of the country: the Colombian Massif. In Huila there is a glass bridge that captivates travelers
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He Salto del Mortiñowith its Cristla bridge, is not just a tourist destination: it is an encounter with nature, history and culture that define the spirit of the Colombian Massif. A place that, without a doubt, every traveler should visit
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He Salto del Mortiño It is a spectacle of nature. Its water fall exceeds 200 meters highwhich makes it one of the highest and most beautiful in South America.
This jump not only stands out for its beauty, but also for its location within the Colombian Massifdeclared Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, thanks to its invaluable environmental and cultural wealth. Furthermore, this territory is the ancestral home of indigenous communities that keep their traditions alive in harmony with the environment.
In recent years, this destination has become very popular thanks to its Crystal Bridge and Viewpointa structure that allows you to observe the impressive waterfall from above. From there, visitors enjoy an unparalleled panoramic view of the waterfall and the immensity of the Huila landscape.
How to get to Salto del Mortiño
El Salto del Mortiño is located on a path near the municipality of Isnosone of the youngest in Huila. To get there, you can take a bus from Neiva Transportation Terminal with direct destination to Isnos; The tour costs approximately 60,000 pesos and lasts about five hours.
It is also possible to travel from major cities such as Bogotá, Medellín, Cali or Popayán. Once in Isnos, you can take a jeep, motorcycle or private vehicle to the point where the jump is located.
What to do in Salto del Mortiño?
In addition to contemplating the waterfall and enjoying the Crystal Viewpointalso known as the “eye of the hawk”visitors can live a unique experience in the “Flight of the Eagle” swingconsidered the largest in Huila. From there, you get a spectacular view of the waterfall and the landscape that surrounds it.
Nearby there is also the Bordones Jumpan impressive drop of more than 400 meterssurrounded by green mountains and natural trails. Nearby, history and archeology lovers can visit the sites Height of the Idols and Alto de las Piedraswhich are part of the Archaeological Park of San Agustína place full of mysteries and figures carved by ancient civilizations.
For those who wish to extend their visit, Isnos offers a wide variety of accommodationfrom hotels and hostels to farms and country houses, ideal for resting and enjoying the quiet atmosphere of southern Huila.
