For this tour, you can choose between the morning departure at 8:00 AM or the afternoon departure at 1:00 PM . At the meeting point, our team will greet you and provide you with all the information to begin the tour.
We depart from Medellín for Santa Elena , the quintessential flower-growing town, located 50 minutes from the city. During the journey in a panoramic vehicle, your guide will tell you how the Flower Festival originated in the 1950s as a tribute to the region's flower growers, and how the flower growers of Santa Elena have carried on their backs since the 19th century a legacy that is now a symbol of Colombia to the world.
Upon arriving at the farm, the silleteros (flower growers) will welcome you with folk music and the aroma of freshly cut flowers. The guided tour of the flowerbeds will begin, where you'll learn the entire process of creating a silleta (flower arrangement): the selection of the flower species, the structure, the color composition, and the message each family chooses to convey through their creation. You'll have the opportunity to speak directly with the silleteros, hear their stories, and understand the significance of carrying a silleta on the day of the parade.
During the visit, you'll participate in a hands-on demonstration of assembling a silleta (a traditional Santa Elena chair) and enjoy a typical snack while the experience unfolds. At the end, you'll receive a mulera ( a type of traditional Santa Elena chair) as a souvenir—the most authentic memento you can take home from Santa Elena .
After approximately four hours of travel, we returned to Medellín. The tour ends at the meeting point, and the 2026 Flower Festival awaits you outside.
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¡Qué experiencia increíble en el Tour Silleteros en Santa Elena con Tangol! Desde la llegada, todo fue muy bien organizado y se siente la pasión de los silleteros por su tradición. Pudimos aprender sobre las flores y la cultura local, además de disfrutar la calidez de la gente. ¡Totalmente recomendable si visitan Medellín durante la Feria de las Flores! Sin duda repetiría la experiencia.
Honestly, the Flower Growers Tour in Santa Elena was absolutely amazing! Walking through the colorful flower fields and chatting with local growers was truly unique. The vibrant atmosphere of the Flower Fair, live music, and friendly guides made it unforgettable. If you’re in Medellin during the fair, don’t miss this! You'll come away with gorgeous photos and great memories. Highly recommend for anyone wanting an authentic local experience!
Gente, que passeio incrível em Santa Elena! Ver de perto a produção das flores, conversar com os produtores locais e participar da feira foi sensacional. Aprendi muito e tirei fotos lindas! Recomendo demais pra quem curte natureza e cultura local. Os guias da Tangol foram super atenciosos. Valeu cada minuto!
Wow, dieser Ausflug nach Santa Elena war einfach mega! Die Blumenparade hat mich echt beeindruckt und die Freundlichkeit der Einheimischen war wunderbar. Wir konnten die Blumenzüchter persönlich treffen und haben viel über ihre Traditionen gelernt. Alles war super organisiert und unser Guide hat tolle Infos gegeben. Total empfehlenswert, wenn du die kolumbianische Kultur hautnah erleben willst. Ich würde den Trip sofort nochmal machen!
Franchement, cette visite à Santa Elena était incroyable ! Les producteurs de fleurs sont super accueillants, et on découvre tout leur savoir-faire pendant la Feria de las Flores. Les couleurs, les odeurs, c'était magique ! J’ai adoré l’ambiance et la bonne humeur de tout le monde. Un super souvenir à ne pas rater !
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