Hacienda Nápoles from Medellín: 2026 ticket prices and how to get there

Hacienda Nápoles from Medellín: 2026 ticket prices and how to get there

Between passes with confusing names, prices that shift by season, and conflicting stories about how long the drive actually takes, planning a day trip to Hacienda Nápoles from Medellín raises more questions than it seems at first. This guide covers current pass prices, real opening hours, and the three ways to get there from Medellín, with approximate travel times. You'll also find practical tips for organizing a full day without wasting hours on the road or missing your spot at the attractions.

What is Hacienda Nápoles, and why is it still worth the trip?

Located in the municipality of Puerto Triunfo, along the Medellín–Bogotá highway, Hacienda Nápoles now operates as a wildlife sanctuary and theme park run independently from the property's past. The land, which belonged to Pablo Escobar before it was seized, was turned into a conservation space with more than 400 rescued animals, including hippos that adapted to the Magdalena Medio ecosystem. The visit mixes wildlife trails, water adventure zones, and prehistoric-themed areas, built for families as much as for travelers with just one day to spare.

How much does entry to Hacienda Nápoles cost in 2026?

The park sells three types of pass, and price depends on how many zones each one covers. The premium pass, which gives full access for three consecutive days to Congo, Water Adventure, Jurassic Adventure, Pangea World, Sanctuaries, and the museums, runs between $179,000 and $219,000 COP, depending on the season. Basic and safari passes cost less, but their exact rates change often throughout the year, so it's best to confirm them on the official site before buying, especially around holidays or long weekends.

What does each pass include?

• Basic pass: access to the Wildlife Sanctuaries (over 400 rescued animals), the Jurassic Adventure zone, and the park's museums. It's the cheapest option if seeing the animals is your priority and you can skip the water attractions.
• Safari pass: everything in the basic pass, plus the Octopus water zone and the Water Adventure Park. It's the middle ground between price and variety of activities.
• Premium pass: full park access, valid for three consecutive days, ideal if you're staying a night or two in Doradal and want to split the visit across more than one day.

Which pass fits your plan?

If you're passing through with just a few hours and animals are your main interest, the basic pass covers the essentials. If you're traveling with family and want to spread the midday heat between pools and trails, safari is usually the best balance. And if your plan includes a night or two in Doradal instead of heading back to Medellín the same day, premium makes better use of its three-day window, letting you split the park into shorter visits instead of trying to see everything in one exhausting day.

Opening hours: when it opens and when to go

Hacienda Nápoles is open Wednesday through Sunday and public holiday Mondays, with ticket booths usually opening at 8:00 a.m. The park stays closed on some Mondays each year for maintenance, so it's worth checking the official calendar before locking in your travel date. Arriving early helps you dodge the midday heat in the shadeless areas and get through the water attractions before they fill up, which matters most on long weekends and school holidays.

How to get to Hacienda Nápoles from Medellín

There are three ways to make the trip, and each suits a different kind of traveler.

• By private car: along the Medellín–Bogotá highway, the drive covers about 165 kilometers and takes around 3.5 hours, depending on traffic on the road to the Eastern region. It's the option with the most schedule freedom, though it requires knowing the route well and having a rested driver for the way back.
• By intercity bus: direct routes run from the southern terminal to Doradal, dropping you a few minutes from the park entrance. It costs less than a private car, but adds waiting time and skips door-to-door transport.
• On a private tour from Medellín: for travelers who'd rather not take on close to seven hours of driving in a single day, our tour to Hacienda Nápoles includes door-to-door transport, a guide along the way, and rest stops, so all you have to do is enjoy the park.

Hacienda Nápoles with kids: what to expect

The park is built to welcome families, with marked trails, shaded rest areas, and trained staff in the wildlife zones. The Sanctuary walks tend to be kids' favorite part, especially spotting the hippos that adapted to the Magdalena river. For groups with young children, pairing the safari pass with non-slip shoes helps, since some areas near the pools get wet during the day. If you're traveling with babies or kids who tire quickly, consider splitting the visit into blocks and using the park's internal shuttle between zones instead of walking the full circuit at once.

Best time of year to visit

Puerto Triunfo has warm weather year-round, with temperatures frequently above 30°C, so the rainy season affects comfort more than whether you can visit at all. Between December and March there's typically less rainfall in the Magdalena Medio region, according to IDEAM's historical records, which makes outdoor zones like Jurassic Adventure more comfortable. Outside those months, the park still runs normally, but it's worth packing a light rain jacket and building in extra travel time if there's heavy rain on the road to the Eastern region.

Tips for making the most of your visit

• Buy your passes at least 24 hours in advance: it skips ticket-booth lines and secures your spot at attractions with limited capacity.
• Wear comfortable clothes, closed shoes, and sunscreen. Much of the walk, especially through the Sanctuaries, happens outdoors with no direct shade.
• If you're traveling with kids, the safari or premium pass helps spread the midday heat between the water zone and the wildlife trails.
• Plan for a full day: between the drive there, the park visit, and the return to Medellín, the day easily runs past ten hours, so it's not worth pairing it with another destination on the same itinerary.
• If you're visiting during the rainy season, pack a light rain jacket for the Jurassic Adventure zone, which is uncovered.

A day at Hacienda Nápoles mixes nature, recent Antioquia history, and activities for every age, as long as you show up with the right pass and transport already sorted. If you'd rather leave the logistics to a local team, message us on WhatsApp or check out our tour to Hacienda Nápoles departing from Medellín: we handle the route, the stops, and the ride back so your only job is to enjoy the day.