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Gastronomy: Empanadas Cooking Class

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Learn to make traditional empanadas in Guatapé! Enjoy a hands-on cooking class with a local guide

About this experience

What’s Included?

  • Bilingual cooking instructor and local guide fluent in English and Spanish
  • Hands-on empanada-making class using traditional techniques with ground corn and authentic fillings
  • Tasting session of your freshly made empanadas plus other local delicacies
  • Refreshing non-alcoholic beverage
  • WhatsApp communication for arranging pickup location and additional details

Location

This experience takes place at a finca about 20 minutes from Guatapé town, 2.3 km in along the turn at Las Delicias de Pipe, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. We send you the exact location when you book.

Itinerary

  • Empanada Cooking Class: Learn step-by-step how to prepare, fill, and fry delicious empanadas the traditional way.
  • Tasting & Sharing: Enjoy your handmade empanadas and other local dishes in a relaxed setting.

Transportation

Make your own way with the location we send you, or add transport as an extra when you book: a ride from Guatapé town to the finca and back, or a boat pickup at your hotel or Airbnb. Each extra shows its price when you tick it.

Duration

Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Difficulty Level

Easy: Suitable for all ages and skill levels.

What to Bring?

  • Comfortable shoes (tennis or outdoor shoes recommended)
  • Casual, comfortable clothes (cooking can get a bit messy)
  • Sunscreen (especially for daytime experiences)
  • Hat or cap for extra sun protection if outdoors

Pricing & Booking Info

  • Private group sessions available: Contact us for custom experiences.
  • Book in advance.
  • Note: Price includes all ingredients and the guided cooking experience.

Make the most of Guatapé

Meeting point

You get there only with our transport: we pick you up in town or at your hotel dock.

4.9 · 23 reviews of Remote Guatapé

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  • *This is a late post - my friend and I went in August of 2025. The Guatape River and Waterfalls tour was the best excursion of my LIFE! Honestly, one of my favorite days I’ve ever had. Camilo brought my friend and me to a quiet and secluded area of a river outside Guatape, where there was a beautiful blue green swimming hole under a waterfall. As my friend and I started exploring the river, he set up a gorgeous brunch for us - sandwiches from a local shop, coffee, mimosas. He also set up chairs, mats to lay on in the sun, an umbrella, and binoculars for birdwatching. It was PARADISE. He told us he’d take some pictures of us enjoying the river so we wouldn’t have to worry about capturing the moment. she told us he’d be back in a few hours, and when he returned, he asked if we’d like to stay longer or wanted to go. We happily stayed. If I lived there, I would go there every day. Thank you Camilo!!
    Kara C.on Google
  • We had an excellent experience with Guatape Tours! We booked a sprinter van with them for 12 of us, which was super clean, very comfortable and with air conditioning, to go from Medellin to Guatape and back later that same day. Our driver Christian was wonderful. He was on time, knowledgeable about the area and activities and very friendly. He drove us to hike La Piedra del Penol and then recommended an excellent place for lunch afterwards which he took us too. Afterwards he dropped us off near the malecón to walk and tour the town. It was a great day trip and I appreciated Guatape Tours checking in with me throughout the day and even before to make sure that everything was going smoothly. I highly recommend booking any trip with them!
    Jessica Z.on Google
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Host of the empanadas cooking class with fresh ingredients in GuatapéGuests learning to make empanadas outdoors at a farm near GuatapéPot heating over a wood fire for the empanadasPlate of freshly fried empanadas by the lakeGroup photo after the empanadas cooking class by Guatapé LakeTravelers filling empanadas at an outdoor tableFolding an empanada with a plastic press, hands-on classHands-on empanadas class: preparing the dough and fillingGuests enjoying the cooking class at a farm near GuatapéServing fresh juice to the guests during the cooking classCorn and ground corn for empanada dough on a banana leafColombian cook frying empanadas in a farm kitchenTable set with empanada presses for the classCouple eating empanadas on a terrace with a lake viewHost laughing with an empanada in hand, cooking class in GuatapéGolden Colombian empanadas with lime on a banana leafGrinding corn in a hand mill for empanada doughEmpanada with ají sauce, the classic Colombian way

Frequently asked questions

Do I need cooking experience?

No! This class is perfect for beginners and food enthusiasts.

Can I request vegetarian or vegan empanadas?

Yes, we’re happy to accommodate dietary preferences.

Are kids allowed?

Absolutely! This is a family-friendly experience.

Will we only cook empanadas?

No, you’ll also learn about other traditional Colombian dishes and enjoy a tasting session.

Can I book a private class?

Yes, private group sessions are available, just contact us!

How do I get to the farm?

For now you get there only with our transport: by car from town, or by boat from your hotel or Airbnb dock. You choose it when you book.

Add to your day in Guatapé

Keep exploring: Experiences · all things to do in Guatapé · private transfers from Medellín and the airport.

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Travelling as a bigger group?

Tell us how many you are and when: we put the boats, vehicles and guides together for you.

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