Vía al Valle del Cocora

Few places in the world compare to the Quindío region’s Valle de Cocora, a whimsical gaggle of towering palm trees precariously perched on the mountainside. These wax palms hover around 200 feet tall, painting a picture that you probably saw in Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax as a child. It’s a classic case of Mother Nature making us question her mysterious designs. You can hike the whole valley, ride a horse, or just bask in the incredible setting. Low hanging clouds add serious ambience, but they’re known for causing sporadic downpours too. Pack a rain jacket.

If you’re a fan of Dr. Seuss, you’re gonna love Colombia’s Valle de Cocora. This whimsical landscape up in the mountains is a fusion of softly rolling hills backed by assertive mountains, all covered by insanely tall and skinny palm trees. At 7 hours away from Medellin, it’s well worth the drive.