Romantic Glamping: The Forest Knows How to Keep Secrets Too

The idea came up on an ordinary Wednesday: turn off the phones, put two jackets in the car and leave Bogotá behind without planning an impossible itinerary. Sometimes, couples do not need to fill their weekend with activities. They need time. Time to talk without watching the clock, enjoy a slow breakfast and remember what it feels like to share a moment of silence.

In La Calera, Raíces House turns that pause into an experience surrounded by the Andean forest. It is not on the other side of the country, nor does getting there require a flight. Its accommodations are located approximately one hour from El Dorado International Airport, inside a private nature reserve near the Teusacá River basin.

A Night Away From the Usual Routine

A romantic glamping experience should feel special from the moment the door opens. Ciprés Blanco achieves this without relying on excessive decorations. It features a king-size bed, private terrace, equipped kitchen, hot water, projector and warm lighting. The design is minimalist, and the view opens directly onto the mountains. It is also pet-friendly, because some getaways for two happen to include four paws and a leash.

The plan can be as simple as cooking together, choosing a movie and letting the chilly La Calera weather remain outside. Or it can begin early, with coffee on the terrace and birdsong as the only alarm.

Pino Negro offers a different atmosphere. Its triangular structure, built mainly with steel and OSB wood, features balconies and large windows facing the surrounding landscape. The first level includes the kitchen, living room with projector, fireplace and hot tub, while the private bedroom is located upstairs. This layout makes the experience feel like living in a small mountain home—without giving up comfort.

Bonsái completes the selection with its contemporary curved design and panoramic views of the nature reserve and Peña de las Águilas. It is an appealing choice for couples who appreciate both the landscape and the architecture of the place where they will spend the night.

Caminar juntos cambia la conversación

Not everything happens inside the accommodation. The Bosques de Cantos y Orquídeas trail stretches for 1.55 kilometers through native forest, scenic viewpoints and waterfalls. The moderately difficult route offers opportunities to discover orchids, observe birds and learn about the property’s biofilter, which uses plants to treat wastewater naturally. Some experiences also include a local guide, a traditional snack and a tree-planting activity. 

Then comes the best part: returning with damp boots, preparing something warm and stepping into the hot tub as night falls. No lines, no loud music and no schedule telling you what to do next.

That is what romantic glamping should offer—not a collection of decorations, but a place where rushing no longer matters. At Raíces House, the mountains provide the cool air, the forest takes care of the soundtrack and each couple decides which memory they want to take home.