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Salento, Departamento del Quindio, Colombia
South America / Colombia /
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How much does it cost to travel to Salento?

You should plan to spend around $31 (CO$125,192) per day on your vacation in Salento. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $8.98 (CO$36,498) on meals
  • $14 (CO$55,312) on local transportation
  • $21 (CO$87,045) on hotels

A one week trip to Salento for two people costs, on average, $431 (CO$1,752,686). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $31
    CO$125,192
  • One Week Per person
    $216
    CO$876,343
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $431
    CO$1,752,686
  • One Month Per person
    $924
    CO$3,755,756
  • One Week For a couple
    $431
    CO$1,752,686
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $862
    CO$3,505,372
  • One Month For a couple
    $1,848
    CO$7,511,512
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Salento cost?

A one week trip to Salento usually costs around $216 (CO$876,343) for one person and $431 (CO$1,752,686) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Salento on average costs around $431 (CO$1,752,686) for one person and $862 (CO$3,505,372) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Salento will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Salento on average costs around $924 (CO$3,755,756) for one person and $1,848 (CO$7,511,512) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Salento has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Salento expensive to visit?

Salento is a very affordable place to visit. Located in Colombia, which is a very affordable country, visitors will appreciate the lower prices of this destination. It is in the top 10% of cities in the country for its affordability. Budget travelers enjoy spending long periods of time exploring Salento in depth.

Within South America, Salento is a very affordable destination compared to other places. It is in the top 10% of cities in South America for its affordability. Very few cities in the region are as affordable as Salento.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Salento Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Salento?

The average Salento trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Salento travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.


Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) CO$87,045 ($21)
Local Transportation 1 CO$55,312 ($14)
Food 2 CO$36,498 ($9)
Entertainment 1 CO$45,449 ($11)
Alcohol 2 CO$22,286 - 66,858 ($5 - 16)
Accommodation Budget in Salento
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Salento is $11 (CO$43,523). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Salento is $21 (CO$87,045). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $11
    CO$43,523
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $21
    CO$87,045

Hotel Prices in Salento

Looking for a hotel in Salento? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in Salento based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $33. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Salento
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Salento is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $14 (CO$55,312) per person, per day, on local transportation in Salento.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $14
    CO$55,312

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Flights to Salento
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Rental Cars in Salento
The price of renting a car in Salento will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.



Food Budget in Salento
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Salento can vary, the average cost of food in Salento is $8.98 (CO$36,498) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Salento should cost around $3.59 (CO$14,599) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Salento is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $8.98
    CO$36,498

Recommended


Entertainment Budget in Salento
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Entertainment and activities in Salento typically cost an average of $11 (CO$45,449) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $11
    CO$45,449

Recommended Activities


Alcohol Budget in Salento
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $11 (CO$44,572) on alcoholic beverages in Salento per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $11
    CO$44,572

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Water Budget in Salento
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, people spend $1.00 (CO$4,077) on bottled water in Salento per day. The public water in Salento is not usually considered safe to drink.


  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    $1.00
    CO$4,077


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Salento Salento, Colombia
Founded in 1850, Salento is one of the oldest towns in Quindio. This colonial Colombian town has retained much of its old world charm, with its colorful buildings, large square and, of course, the obligatory church. Because the main route between Cali and Bogota which used to pass through Salento was diverted, the town didn't develop as quickly as others in the Quindio region. This gave Salento the opportunity to evolve into a thriving community of craftsmen and artisans as well as remaining one of the region's most prolific coffee producers. Salento is located 24 km northeast of the departmental capital Armenia. However, unlike its colorful neighbor, Armenia itself has very little to offer tourists. Salento attracts those wishing to learn about the coffee regions and for those who simply admire breathtaking scenery, and especially the stunning Cocora Valley.
Sights
There are many miradors throughout Colombia, and a lot of them offer spectacular sights. The mirador in Salento is absolutely stunning and breathtaking. When you are done with views, hike up on the little hill to the right of the mirador, and hang out with the locals on swing sets as you drink a cold beverage and take in the view of the town itself from the opposite side of the valley. If you visit in the late afternoon try to take in a sunset from this spot. It is in Colombia's small towns that the truly vibrant and friendly nature of the country shines through. Head to Salento's small but vibrant town square to see everyday life unfold. Vendors selling local foods, teenagers flirting with one another, children playing, adults taking a breath to relax and let the time pass.

Activities
Exploring the Valle de Cocora is a must-do during your stay in Salento. The valley tops the list of things to do in Salento, and any traveler would be remiss to not visit it. Part of the Los Nevados National Natural Park, the Cocora valley is the primary location of the distinctive Quindío wax palm, which is Colombia's national tree. It also happens to be the tallest palm tree know to man. There are plenty of activities in and around the Cocora Valley including adventure sports, a number of hiking and camping opportunities in the valley, and in the surrounding Los Nevados National Natural Park. You can also indulge in some bird watching, mountain biking, rafting, and general revelry of the emerald beauty that is the Cocora Valley. Salento is located in what is known as the Zona Cafetera, the region of Colombia that is famous for growing incredibly high quality and delicious coffee. When in town take a taxi, bus, bike, or walk a few kilometers outside of town to Finca El Ocaso where you can see first hand how coffee is grown, harvested, processed, and brewed. Try the local sport Tejo, which consists in throwing a metal disc across an alley about 15m long, to a one metre by one metre board covered with clay set at an angle. The metal disc is the tejo itself and the aim is to use the tejo to his small parcels of gunpowder which are placed on the clay. These parcels are usually triangle-shaped envelopes which are set on the edges of a metal ring within the clay. On impact with the tejo the parcels explode loudly in a puff of smoke. Different shots are awarded different points but, most importantly, tradition dictates the game should always be played whilst drinking beer. Head to Beta Town, a local hang-out in Salento, for some friendly Tejo instruction and some pretty decent food.
Food and Dining
Fresh trout is the iconic food of Salento and much of the coffee region, and there are myriad places to enjoy the tasty fish throughout the town. Order the fried local trout and a typical plate of rice, beans, plantains, and salad. The price ranges from about USD$4 to USD$9 depending on the type of the restaurant. Even if you're on a tight budget make sure to find some wiggle room to eat fresh trout in Salento. How better to pass the time than sample some of the local coffee. There are plenty of places to choose from. Although, it is worth mentioning that the best of the coffee crops are usually for export, meaning the local coffee for domestic use is not quite as good.

Transportation
There are buses from 5h30 to 20h every 20 to 30 minutes from Armenia, which will cost you about USD$1.70. The ride takes around 45 minutes and you can pay your ticket directly in the bus. There are also direct buses from Medellin at 9h, 11h and 13h. The journey takes 7 hours and costs USD$15.70. From Pereira, a bus to Salento will cost you USD$2.60 and leaves every hour from 5h30 to 18h20 on weekends and holidays and a little less frequently on weekdays. If you miss the last bus to Salento, the cheapest option is to take a bus to Circasia and then a taxi from Circasia to Salento for USD$7.
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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.


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