Top Santa Marta Day Trips

Sail along the coast of Tayrona National Park on this full-day catamaran tour. Relax on deck and enjoy the ocean views as your crew takes you to Bahía Concha. Once on land, take your pick from swimming, snorkelling or simply relaxing on the beach. Leave the meal-planning at the hotel as you enjoy lunch back on the boat. Perfect for families and large groups looking for something that’ll keep everyone entertained.

Spend a day exploring the Minca area with this guided, small-group tour from Santa Marta. You'll visit a waterfall that's considered sacred by local Indigenous people, learn about bamboo building, and spend time at coffee and cocoa farms. You'll even get the chance to make your own cacao bar.

Instead of tackling transport stress, make navigating the many bays and beaches along Tayrona National Natural Park a breeze with this convenient, full-day tour. Enjoy a mix of sunbathing, snorkeling, and relaxing on the beach as you travel via boat to three different beaches in the area. Take in views of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the sunset from the water.

Spend the day exploring Tayrona Park from Santa Marta without the hassle of organizing transportation or researching an itinerary. Your guide will lead the way, taking you to hidden view points and a bay that many tourists miss on their own. Enjoy free time at the beach to spend how you wish.

Explore Tayrona Park from Santa Marta without worrying about transportation or planning your route. Follow your guide to hidden viewpoints and beaches that many visitors never discover on their own. Along the way, take in the park’s natural beauty and enjoy free time at the beach to relax and swim.

Charter Dock at 9:30 AM. Ask for boat SONATA. We depart at 10:00 AM — we cannot wait past 9:50 AM. Sonata is a magnificent 58ft cutter-rigged ketch, built in 1979 in Taipei, Taiwan, with a capacity of 26 guests. The Journey We'll motor upwind toward Bahía Concha in Tayrona National Park, passing at a distance by Taganga, Playa Grande, and Aguja Island. Once anchored, our auxiliary boat will shuttle you ashore — or simply swim in! At the Beach Snorkeling, SUP boarding, and sunbathing. On Board Lunch and one drink per person will be served approximately 1 hour after arrival. Return At 3:30 PM, everyone boards for the sail back (wind permitting). We arrive 4:30-5:00 pm Weather & Park Closures If maritime authorities restrict access to Tayrona, we'll visit nearby bays. No refund in this case. If all navigation is restricted: Full refund. Tayrona Park closes Feb 1–15 | Jun 1–15 | Oct 19–Nov 2. During these dates, we visit nearby bays instead NO OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINKS ALLOWED IN MARINA

If you enjoy exploring the less known treasures of a region: you are in the right place. In this tour you will go to the Seviaka indigenous town. You will have a motorbike ride. And you will also talk to a Kogui indigenous leader who will teach you about their cosmology, customs and beliefs. Besides this cultural approach, you will enjoy a tire ride down the Palomino River and its rapids to enjoy surrounding nature in a different way. - A 3-hour hike among nature - The unique experience of learning and interacting with the indigenous of the Seviaka town - A trip by motorbike - Tubing downstream the river - A lesson about medicinal plants and indigenous beliefs and customs.

Set sail for Tayrona aboard a 17-meter (56-foot) yacht with this excursion. Your bilingual captain, Luis, will take you and a small group of up to 25 passengers to the coastal park. Once in the park, you will have time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, or hang out on the beach, and return to Santa Marta in the late afternoon.

Tayrona Park is one of the most beautiful places in Latin America as there you can find a wide diversity of beaches, fauna, beautiful places where you will have not only an unforgettable vacation experience but also take souvenir photos of a majestic natural landscape.

Connecting with nature – Explore stunning landscapes, ideal for ecotourism lovers. Culture and tradition – Immerse yourself in the history and customs of the indigenous communities of the Sierra. Encounter Your Purpose – Through contact with nature and ancestral teachings a time to meet again and reconcile. Adventure and relaxation – Walk, explore, swim in crystal clear rivers and relax in natural environments. Pause and reflection – A respite from the noise of the world, to listen to your intuition and re-encounter yourself. Photography and unique landscapes – Capture spectacular images of mountains, rivers and wildlife. Ideal for all travelers – Perfect for adventurers, families and groups of friends. Energy Renewal – Water, land and pure Sierra air will help you release tensions and raise your vibration 8888

Most time-strapped travelers can't afford to spend multiple days in the jungle surrounding Santa Marta, but this small-group tour to Minca—a mountain village—checks off rivers, waterfalls, and mountains in a matter of hours. Learn about the local coffee, cocoa, and honey production with a guide leading the way and handling any language barriers.

Discover Colombia's largest lagoon and swamp complex, the Ciénaga Grande Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, nestled between Santa Marta and Barranquilla. This hidden paradise invites you on a magical journey through unexplored nature and centuries-old fishing villages like Buenavista and Nueva Venecia. Encounter diverse wildlife amidst a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, offering a profound glimpse into ancestral lifestyles and vibrant community heritage.

Take the stress and waiting out of getting to your hotel in Santa Marta with this private tour transfer from Simón Bolívar International Airport. After meeting your driver in the arrivals hall, travel directly to your hotel in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados, or Bello Horizonte. Transfers do not operate to Taganga.

Discover the beaches of Tayrona National Natural Park with ease on this private tour from Santa Marta. Travel from your hotel with your licensed tour guide to Tayrona National Park on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Hike through the forest to see the wild waves of Arrecifes beach and then onto Cabo San Juan Del Guia where you can swim, relax, and admire the view.

Sprawling Tayrona Park can be intimidating to explore on your own—make your day easier by going with a group tour. Stop at two spectacular beaches with free time to swim, lounge around, or go snorkeling. Your lunch and transportation from Santa Marta is included so you won’t have to stress about logistics.

Hiking through Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains can be difficult to plan without prior knowledge of the terrain. Join a local guide on a 4-day hike to the Lost City, with the route, transportation, accommodation, and other logistics taken care of. As you hike, learn about the history and culture of the area, and recharge with simple but comfortable overnights stays in camps with showers and meals provided.

On this tour we will visit one of the first beaches belonging to the Tayrona National Natural Park, just 30 minutes from Santa Marta by car, it is located approximately 12 km from the city. Its crystal clear waters are perfect for spending a great day at the beach, it is perfect for snorkeling, hiking and getting a good tan. This beach is an opportunity to relax, enjoy the sea, swim and have fun with your family or friends. Also, the conditions of this beach allow you to snorkel.

Discover the jewel of the Caribbean coast with our tour to Playa Cristal, Tayrona Park. Immerse yourself in crystal clear turquoise waters, with beautiful corals and fish. In our boats we have perfect diving masks to visualize the biodiversity of Playa Cristal and Tayrona, beautiful corals, diversity of fish, a unique experience to live in Tayrona. With white sand like sugar and palm trees that gently sway their leaves to the rhythm of the breeze, this beach is an earthly paradise that you will not want to miss, gastronomic diversity is found in Playa Cristal, typical food of our Caribbean coast and enjoy the catch of the day . Our transportation offers you comfort and safety while you explore this spectacular destination, with expert captains who will take you to the best corners to enjoy the natural beauty and relax under the Caribbean sun. Book now and get ready to live an unforgettable experience in Playa Cristal, Parque Tayrona.

Palomino is all about adventure, fun and nature. If you are into disconnecting and truly relaxing, this is perfect for you. In this tour you will hike through a natural path near Palomino and Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta surroundings. After a walking, you will get to an amazing waterfall with natural pools. Here you will spend the day with friends or family. You can bring food, a book or just live the precious gift of this paradise. Join us! A Hike through nature An experience to truly have fun in Valencia waterfall Swimming or resting in the natural pools The chance to enjoy with friends, family or fellow travelers

What makes this tour unique is its authentic approach. More than visiting places, you will live a real immersion in the peasant life of Minca, sharing with local families and knowing artisan coffee and cocoa processes from their origin. Unlike other tours, here you don’t just watch : you actively participate in experiences like the chocolate sensory workshop, where you will create your own bar and connect with cocoa in a practical and fun way. In addition, we combine adventure and nature with hikes on real mountain trails, access to the Heard of the World waterfall and a special dining experience at Casa Jocolate, where you will enjoy a homemade lunch with a panoramic view over Santa Marta. It is a carefully designed experience, ideal for those seeking genuine connection, sustainability and memorable moments beyond traditional tourism.

Calling all active travelers, this hiking tour offers a taste of the Ciudad Perdida trek without half as much time or effort. Departing Santa Marta, you’ll hike through unspoiled jungle and take a route that few first-time visitors have heard of, ensuring you beat the crowds and get off the beaten path. Plus, admiring the ancient ruins of a Tayrona village with your guide ensures you’ll be party to important historical context.

If you are short of time but don’t want to leave Santa Marta without visiting its main destination, don’t worry, your shared tour in Tayrona Park is what you need! With this day trip to Tayrona Park, we will take you to all of the places you need to know: Cabo San Juan, Arrecifes, and crystal-clear beaches among others. Spend the day relaxing near the beach. Santa Marta is a place that boasts diversity. If there is something you can’t definitely miss out on everything it offers is Tayrona National Natural Park: a complete must-do in the city and the whole country. Trust us! You will be truly amazed by the natural beauty of this park paradise. And this will be one of those trips one never forgets.

Between Santa Marta and La Guajira, there is a place that boasts nature and adventure. And we want you to know it. Come with us to Palomino. Take a motorbike. Hike across the forest and enjoy a walk by the song of birds. Gaze at the views of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta’s surroundings. And then take your tires downstream the Palomino River and enjoy the rapids until you get to the point where it meets the Caribbean and take the motorbike back to Palomino. A perfect mix between adventure and deep chill connection with nature. - A short hike among nature - Tubing downstream the Palomino River by the rapids - Getting to meet the place where Palomino river meets the Caribbean Sea - A trip by motorbike across Palomino