La Pacha Camping
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- Peaceful eco-site amid wooded mountains 20 minutes’ drive from San Gil
- Barichara 25 minutes’ drive; Socorro 45 minutes
- Dogs welcome; vegetarian restaurant and own-grown coffee; movie bus
Halfway between the activity hub that is San Gil (20 minutes’ drive) and the colonial town of Barichara (25 minutes), surrounded by a spectacular landscape of forested, coffee-producing mountains, is La Pacha Camping.
It’s oh-so-peaceful at this family-run site in the Santander department of northern Colombia, with only nature as the soundtrack to your holiday: rustling leaves, chirping birds – and the occasional bleating from the resident goats. Other permanent residents at this small site on a farm include cats and dogs. And with the owners being such animal lovers, it almost goes without saying that your own four-legged friend is a welcome guest too.
La Pacha has impeccable eco credentials, with composting toilets, solar showers and recycling points. An organic garden supplies many of the ingredients for the vegetarian fare served at the on-site restaurant – from pasta dishes, to stir-fries and veggie burgers. All washed down with the farm’s own shade-grown coffee, of course. If you prefer to do your own cooking, you’re welcome to use the large farmhouse kitchen.
After watching the sunset from the huge sky hammock, the evening continues with a film in the movie bus or with chats and games around the campfire.
And during the day? There’s plenty to do both on site – whether hiking the forest trails around the farm, milking the goats, or playing ping pong in the games room – and in the local area, from swimming in natural pools like Balneario Pescaderito (50 minutes) and Pozo El Paraiso (55 minutes), to abseiling down the Cascada Juan Curi waterfall.
Site type
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The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Reception is unmanned after 10 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Open from Wed, 1 Jan to
Open from Sat, 12 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$12 (US$12) 1 night, 2 adults
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Yurt
2 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 4.0m width x 2.5m length (13.1ft width x 8.2ft length) Calculated area: 10.0m² (107.6ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$25 (US$25) 1 night, 2 adults
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Gypsy caravan
3 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 2.0m width x 3.0m length (6.6ft width x 9.8ft length) Calculated area: 6.0m² (64.6ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$30 (US$30) 1 night, 2 adults
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Geodesic dome
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$60 (US$60) 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
La Pacha Camping
Vereda Guayabal
San Gil
Barichara
Santander
Colombia
684039
Directions Timezone
America/Bogota -0500 (GMT-05:00)
GPS
6.60047°N
-73.16854°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
If pedalling along a zipwire suspended across a vast, forested chasm is your idea of a good time, check out Parque Extremo El Peñón Guane (10 minutes’ drive), where you can do exactly that. There are also regular ziplines here, plus bungee jumping and other adrenaline-filled activities.
Voted ‘the most beautiful village in Colombia’, Barichara sits on the edge of a canyon – which means spectacular views from its several ‘miradors’, or observation decks. Stroll among the well-preserved colonial centre, and stop at the Barichara Paper Workshop to buy handcrafted paper products.
Socorro (45 minutes) is another pretty colonial town. Dating from the late 18th century, the Basilica of Our Lady of Help has an elegant interior, with huge chandeliers, stone columns and colourful stained-glass windows. The history of Colombian independence is explored at the House of Culture Horacio Rodríguez Plata.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does La Pacha Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is La Pacha Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near La Pacha Camping? If pedalling along a zipwire suspended across a vast, forested chasm is your idea of a good time, check out Parque Extremo El Peñón Guane (10 minutes’ drive), where you can do … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of La Pacha Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at La Pacha Camping? From £9.04 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.