A Day in the Life
Los Llanos
The Llaneros of Colombia are a proud, hardworking group of horsemen that have lived and worked amongst the wetlands of Los Llanos for generations. Spend a day in their company, discovering their unique culture and way of life.
The cowboys of Los Llanos have lived amongst the flooded plains of Los Llanos for many years, tending their cattle and riding their horses across the wetlands to move their herds to seasonal pastures, keeping them safe from predators. Their wild way of life is unique and fascinating, embracing the weather, the seasons and above all, holding their relationship with their horses in the highest regard. Spend a day with the Llaneros, learning how to lasso, singing the songs they use to calm and call their cattle and gaining an insight into their hardworking, simple way of life.