Villavieja
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Villavieja

Colombia - Huila

About this destination

Villavieja is the gateway to the Tatacoa Desert. This picturesque town in Huila gives access to one of the most fascinating destinations in Colombia, with unique desert landscapes, rock formations and the best starry skies for astronomy.

🔗 Official links

Check official sources for opening times, prices, temporary closures and other important information before your trip

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Seasons throughout the year

🔴 High season🟡 Shoulder season🟢 Low season

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Jan
85%
 
Feb
80%
 
Mar
30%
 
Apr
35%
 
May
40%
 
Jun
45%
 
Jul
50%
 
Aug
45%
 
Sep
40%
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Oct
35%
 
Nov
75%
 
Dec
88%

Places to visit

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Red Desert

Red Desert

Main area with reddish rock formations, ideal for sunsets

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Grey Desert

Grey Desert

Greyish area with surreal landscapes and hiking trails

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Astronomical Observatory

Astronomical Observatory

Observatory for stargazing under one of the clearest skies in Colombia

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Natural Pools

Natural Pools

Natural rock pools for a refreshing dip in the middle of the desert

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📍 How to get there

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🏨 Hotels

Hotel Tatacoa

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🕐 Opening hours: 24 hours

📞 Contact: +57 311 888 9900

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Ecolodge Descanso

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🕐 Opening hours: Check-in: 3 pm, Check-out: 11 am

📞 Contact: +57 312 999 0011

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Villavieja Colonial

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🕐 Opening hours: 24 hours

📞 Contact: +57 313 000 1122

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🍽️ Restaurants

El Observatorio

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💰 Estimated price: $15-30

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Café del Desierto

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💰 Estimated price: $8-18

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La Posada del Viajero

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💰 Estimated price: $12-25

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🚗 Transport

✈️ Flights

From: Bogotá
Duration: 1 hour
Price: $80-120

🚌 Buses

From: Neiva
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: $10-15
Schedule: Departures hourly from 5:00 AM
Route: Neiva - Villavieja - Tatacoa

🚕 Taxis

Name: Taxi Villavieja
Plate: MNO-345
📞 Contact: +57 314 111 2233
Name: Transporte Tatacoa
Plate: PQR-678
📞 Contact: +57 315 222 3344


🎯 Tours

Tatacoa Stargazing

📍 Places they visit: Astronomical Observatory, Red Desert, Grey Desert, Natural Pools

🕐 Horario: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

📞 Phone: +57 316 333 4455

Huila Explorer

📍 Places they visit: Full tour: Red and Grey Desert, Palaeontology Museum

🕐 Horario: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

📞 Phone: +57 317 444 5566

🍽️ Typical dishes and drinks

Taste the traditional flavours of this region

Asado Huilense

Asado Huilense

Chicha de Maíz

Chicha de Maíz

Aguardiente

Aguardiente

Recommended products for your trip

Essential items we recommend packing for Villavieja

Hooded rain poncho, waterproof, for men, women and adults

Hooded rain poncho, waterproof, for men, women and adults

A compact waterproof cape to protect you from sudden weather changes in cities such as Bogotá or the Coffee Region.

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Universal Travel Adapter

Universal Travel Adapter

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DEET-free insect repellent

DEET-free insect repellent

Get hours of insect relief. This handy summer travel essential helps you enjoy the park, the beach, the backyard or camping without worrying about annoying insects.

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