Where Los Chorros is located
The CVC (Valle del Cauca’s regional environmental authority) places the Los Chorros area in the Tablones corregimiento, within Palmira’s jurisdiction. The stream of the same name is part of the Amaime River basin and is listed among the streams associated with the Río Amaime National Protective Forest Reserve.
It should not be confused with the Los Chorros lagoon in the high mountains of La Nevera, nor with similarly named waterfalls in other departments. This page covers the swimming spot along the Los Ceibos–Tenerife corridor, near Puerto Amor.
How to get there from Palmira
The general reference is to leave Palmira toward Tienda Nueva and continue along the Los Ceibos and Tablones corridor toward Tenerife. Sources consulted place Los Chorros just past Puerto Amor. We are not publishing a public transport route or an exact travel time here, because there is no current primary source documenting the final stretch.
Before you go: check with the local administration or municipal risk management office on the road’s current condition. The CVC documented a landslide in this area in April 2024; that history doesn’t mean the road is closed today.
What the final stretch is like
Visitor reports describe a partly unpaved stretch and a short walk from the access point to the waterfall. The path crosses wet rocks and can change with rain or water levels. Bring footwear with grip that can get wet. There is no current confirmation that the access is suitable for strollers, people with reduced mobility, or low-clearance cars, nor of an authorized place to park.
How much it costs to get in and what services are available
The current fee is not available. References found range between $2,000 and $5,000 COP and aren’t recent or official enough to publish as a current price. There are also mentions of prepared food being available and of bringing your own food, but there’s no accessible menu, schedule, or official policy.
Confirm before you travel: price for adults and children, payment method, hours, days open, parking, food availability, and pet policy.
What to bring
- Closed-toe or water shoes with good grip.
- A change of clothes and a waterproof bag for your phone.
- Water and sun protection.
- Cash, until payment methods are confirmed.
- A bag to carry all your trash back out.
Don’t enter the riverbed during heavy rain, rising water, murky water, or if authorities advise against it. The official 2024 precedent shows the area can be affected by landslides and changes in river flow.
Puerto Amor and Los Chorros on the same day
Puerto Amor and Los Chorros are 1.63 km apart in a straight line (est.), calculated using OpenStreetMap coordinates; the road distance is longer. Combining the two makes sense as a trip, but each place has its own rules. Puerto Amor reports allowing pets; for Los Chorros there are reports that pets are not allowed, so confirm before planning the trip with a dog.
Hours, prices, and rules for the neighboring swimming spot are in our guide to Puerto Amor.
Frequently asked questions about Los Chorros Waterfall
How do you get to Los Chorros from Palmira?
Take the corridor toward Tienda Nueva, Los Ceibos, and Tablones, heading toward Tenerife. Los Chorros is just past Puerto Amor. Confirm the condition of the final stretch before heading out, since part of the access may be unpaved and the area has recorded landslides during the rainy season.
How much does admission to Los Chorros in Palmira cost?
The current rate is not available. Available references are old and inconsistent, so it’s best to confirm it directly on the day of your visit. Also ask about children’s pricing, parking, and payment methods.
Can you get there by car?
Visitors describe vehicle access with an unpaved stretch, but there’s no current confirmation of the road’s condition, its suitability for low-clearance cars, or an official parking area. Verify these three points before traveling.
Does Los Chorros allow pets?
There’s no accessible official policy. Two third-party sources indicate pets are not allowed. Treat this as a likely restriction and confirm with the administration before combining the visit with Puerto Amor.
What kind of footwear should you bring?
Wear footwear with good grip that can get wet. The path to the waterfall crosses rocks and damp areas; smooth sandals increase the risk of slipping.
