Things To Do
in Tausa

Hearty chicken and potato soup with corn and herbs — variations appear across Cundinamarca and you can find a filling bowl at market fondas.

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Grilled or fried corn arepas served with local fresh cheese — a staple breakfast or snack available at street stalls.

Rural soups made with local tubers and meat; warming and common in small-town eateries.

Popular fried snacks sold at markets and stands; perfect with a coffee or a hot chocolate.

Local market near the plaza selling fresh produce, homemade bread, arepas, tamales and breakfast bowls; great for trying authentic fares and chatting with vendors.

On busier days and weekends, small street vendors set up near the plaza selling snacks, empanadas and hot beverages — try a fresh arepa or buñuelo.

People typically greet with a handshake or a single cheek kiss among acquaintances; greet shop owners and neighbors when entering stores or plazas.

Use polite forms ("buenos días", "por favor", "gracias") and a respectful tone, especially with elders and officials.

Ask permission before photographing people, homes or private property — rural communities value courtesy and consent.

Casual, modest dress is appropriate; public displays of intoxication are frowned upon in small towns.

Tipping is modest and discretionary — 5–10% in restaurants if service is good. For guides, drivers and hotel porters a small cash tip is appreciated. In small fondas and markets tipping is not expected.

Cash (Colombian pesos) is commonly used, especially in markets and small businesses. Credit/debit cards are accepted at some restaurants and hotels but coverage is limited; withdraw cash in Zipaquirá or Bogotá if needed. Mobile payments are growing but not universal.

Colombia’s highland climate has drier months (roughly December–February and July–August). Expect clearer skies, milder sun and better hiking conditions, but still cool temperatures — bring layers and sun protection.

The wetter months (peaks around April–May and September–November) bring frequent afternoon showers, muddier trails and cloudier views; plan shorter hikes and waterproof gear.

Transitional months can offer a mix of clear mornings and sporadic rain — good for fewer crowds and still-reliable conditions if you prepare for rain.

Regardless of season, evenings and early mornings can be chilly due to altitude — warm jackets and hats are recommended year-round.

Short hikes connecting old salt pits, terraces and scenic outlooks; easy-to-moderate and historically interesting.

A steep but short climb to a cross or mirador offering panoramic views of the valley and Tausa — best at sunrise or sunset.

Accessible routes into high-altitude moorlands and páramo vegetation for longer day hikes and biodiversity observation; weather-dependent and guided options recommended.

Longer excursions to protected páramo ecosystems a few hours’ drive away provide extensive trails, endemic flora and fauna, and high-mountain vistas — ideal for serious hikers and nature lovers.

Main international airport serving Bogotá, approximately 1.5–2 hours by car depending on traffic; the primary gateway for travelers to Tausa.

Small general aviation airport north of Bogotá used for private and charter flights; closer for private arrivals but limited commercial service.

The most popular sport — local matches and informal games are common and a central part of community life.

Road and mountain cycling are popular due to scenic but challenging terrain; many Colombians enjoy cycling for recreation and sport.

Traditional rural pastime available through local farms and haciendas for leisure rides or work demonstrations.

Though more regional, tejo — a traditional Colombian throwing game — is played socially at gatherings and festivals.