Vereda Morelia · Saladoblanco · Huila

VEGONIA
ARQUEOLÓGICA

An ancient settlement of the Alto Magdalena, standing for over 1,500 years. Nature, history and rest in one place.

Here the past isn't behind glass. It's under your feet: 19 sculptures carved in volcanic rock by the ancient culture of the Alto Magdalena, waiting for you to walk among them.

The record

The pieces

A flat 30–45 minute trail where every stone tells a story. These are a few of the 19 documented pieces.

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Cancel tombs

Burial chambers built from stone slabs, up to two metres long.

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Grinding stone (metate)

A grinding stone communities used to mill their food, centuries ago.

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Anthropozoomorphic sculpture

143 × 205 cm in volcanic rock, carved in high and low relief, in the San Agustín style.

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Anthropomorphic sculpture with a load

A human figure carrying an infant on its back, carved on every face.

19 pieces in total · guided walk, family-friendly · insurance included

Backed by Universidad Nacional

What science confirmed

Two generations of archaeologists from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia have studied this place since 1984. It is one of the largest and best-preserved pre-Hispanic settlements of the Alto Magdalena.

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Millennia-old anthropomorphic sculpture carved in volcanic rock on the Vegonia trail.

More than archaeology

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Wooden rural cabin surrounded by nature at Vegonia.
Rural cabin
Plate of typical Huila cuisine served at Vegonia.
Huila flavor
Natural waterfall near Vegonia, in southern Huila.
Waterfalls & hot springs
Arco de las Jarras rock formation, a natural attraction near Vegonia.
Arco de las Jarras

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Sculptures, landscapes and corners of Vegonia. Tap any photo to view it full size.

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Plans

Choose how to live Vegonia. Reference prices in Colombian pesos (COP); 2-day / 1-night plans per couple.

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Day trip

from $45,000
  • Guided tour
  • Typical lunch
  • Pool access
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Archaeological Experience

$260,000
  • 2 days / 1 night · couple
  • Cabin + meals
  • Trail + petroglyphs
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Expedition

$430,000
  • 2 days / 1 night · couple
  • Bordones Falls / Lagoon
  • Transport + insurance

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