Farallones de Cali National Natural Park National Park
Andean-Pacific park protecting cloud forest biodiversity near Cali
Near Cali, the Farallones reserve protects montane and cloud-forest terrain with waterfalls and endemic birdlife; hikers and birders come for steep trails, river gorges and panoramic valley views.
Farallones de Cali National Natural Park at a Glance#
Tips for Visiting Farallones de Cali National Natural Park#
- Start very early (pre-dawn to early morning): cloud forest and montane fog build up later in the day, so mornings give the best chance of clear views and active wildlife along the trails.
- Check in with the park authority or visitor centre in Cali before you go and hire a local certified guide for steeper trails or longer treks-some areas are zoned and access or permits can be required.
- Avoid weekend coach-daytrips by choosing a weekday visit or a multi-day trek into less-visited sectors; popular lower-elevation day routes get noticeably busier around mid-morning and lunchtime.
Best Time to Visit Farallones de Cali National Natural Park#
Best visited in the drier periods (roughly Dec-Mar and Jul-Aug) when trails and viewpoints are most accessible.
Drier periods (best for trails)
December-March, July-August · 15-28°C (varies strongly with elevation)
Lower rainfall makes trails and viewpoints more accessible; coastal and lowland areas are warm, uplands remain cooler.
Rainier periods
April-May, October-November · 15-24°C (varies with elevation)
Heavier, frequent rains can make trails muddy and increase landslip risk; some lowland access may be more difficult.
High-elevation/cloud forest
Year-round (conditions dependent on weather) · 10-18°C
Cloud forest areas are cooler and often misty or wet throughout the year; expect cooler, damp conditions relative to the lowlands.
Weather & Climate near Farallones de Cali National Natural Park#
Climate
Farallones de Cali National Natural Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 26°C. Heavy rainfall (2159 mm/year), wettest in October.
Air Quality:
AQI 56
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 16° - 25° | 20° | 150 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.8h |
| February | Good | 16° - 26° | 21° | 178 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.9h |
| March | Good | 16° - 26° | 21° | 200 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 16° - 25° | 21° | 239 mm | overcast | 84% | 0.9 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| May | Good | 16° - 25° | 20° | 199 mm | overcast | 84% | 0.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| June | Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 129 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| July | Good | 15° - 26° | 21° | 79 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| August | Good | 15° - 26° | 21° | 109 mm | overcast | 77% | 1.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.1h |
| September | Good | 15° - 26° | 21° | 135 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.0h |
| October | Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 278 mm | overcast | 84% | 0.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| November | Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 245 mm | overcast | 86% | 0.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.8h |
| December | Good | 16° - 25° | 20° | 218 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.8h |