Top Santa Marta Day Trips

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

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.

There’s a lot to experience in the coffee-rich hills around Minca, but large group tours can rush through, making you feel as though you’ve only just scratched the surface. Receive personalized attention and get the chance to ask questions on this private full-day tour. Visit a farm where coffee and cacao are grown, hike to a waterfall, enjoy a local lunch with panoramic views, sample fresh chocolate, and more.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

On this adventure you will begin your day by heading to the meeting point in the Rodadero sector where you will board a speedboat to Tayrona Park. From the first moment you will enjoy a sea tour full of breathtaking landscapes When entering Tayrona Park by sea, until you reach Cabo San Juan, one of the most photographed places in Colombia. When you disembark, you will have free time to walk along its ecological paths, climb to the famous kiosk viewpoint, take panoramic photos and enjoy its calm beaches ideal for swimming. You can relax under the shade of palm trees, enjoy a dip in crystal clear waters or simply unwind in one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the Colombian Caribbean. At the end of the experience, you will return again by boat to the starting point, closing the day with a journey full of nature, adventure and unforgettable landscapes.

Throughout this amazing experience, we'll get to know different aspects of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, visiting ancestral stones carved by indigenous communities, cacao fields, waterfalls, and an animal sanctuary. We'll explore the area of Paso del Mango, located next to a river, with breathtaking views surrounded by the majestic jungle of Colombia's highest mountains. We will finish the day with visit to Indio waterfall located on the top of the mountain.

The Ethnic Tour in Colombia offers a complete experience that combines the exploration of impressive nature and immersion in indigenous culture. Clients who opt for this trip will enjoy an authentic, enriching and memorable adventure that will allow them to appreciate the cultural and natural wealth of Colombia.

The tour is a route around the town of Minca, the departure is at about 9.00, once in Minca you will take a walk of about 45 minutes to reach Pozo Azul (on holidays you will reach another area of the river with waterfall to avoid overcrowded areas of tourists) here we will stop for about an hour with the possibility of taking a bath. Another 45 minute walk to reach the finca where you will have the typical lunch with a panoramic view of Santa Marta. Another 45-minute walk to reach the organic coffee crops where the various processing procedures will be explained and a test of the finished product will be offered. Finally we will reach the cultivation of organic cocoa and also here we will provide information on the manufacturing process and a taste. Return to the hotel around 18.00

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.

Prepare your senses for an unforgettable adventure in Minca! "Raíces de la Sierra" invites you to escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia. You won't just see the landscapes, you'll feel the essence of the Sierra! You'll connect with Indigenous peoples' ancestral respect for coffee and cocoa, discovering how these sacred plants have shaped their history and medicine. Enjoy the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation: from exciting hikes with panoramic views to refreshing swims in Pozo Cristal and the magical "Ear of the World" (Arimaká). Delight in the authentic flavors of the region, including a delicious traditional lunch (with vegan options!). Learn firsthand the artisanal process of coffee and cocoa. All inclusive, no worries. Live an authentic and unforgettable experience!

Trekking through the jungle to Colombia's Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) can be challenging for even experienced hikers. Journey in confidence on this small group guided tour (limited to 12 people) that takes you on an adventure—hiking for four days across varied terrain and through striking scenery—to a 9th-century indigenous archaeological site. Includes round-trip transportation from Santa Marta, accommodation, meals, and entrance fees.

The tour starts at 4:30 am at which time we will pick you up at your hotel to take the transport and take the road to the walled city, the tour is approximately 3 hours in air-conditioned vans, when we arrive we will go to the port to take the boat which will take us for 1 hour of travel, until we reach Playa Blanca de Barú, optionally those who want to go to the Rosario Islands and enter the aquarium or do the snorkeling activity what they can do, then we will enjoy the magical beach all day, the return to santa marta will be at 4 pm and the approximate time of arrival will be at 8 p.m.