Top Santa Marta Historical Tours

Visit major landmarks around the city of Santa Marta and learn about its extensive history with this private guided tour. Walk through the city’s Old Town to the Tayrona Gold Museum and the site of Simon Bolivar’s death, Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, for guided tours of both. Take a drive out of the historic center to visit the small bayside town of Taganga.

Let a three-time Grammy Award winner tell you the story of his hometown. Carlos Vives, one of Colombia's best-known artists, will bring the history of his beloved Santa Marta to life. Learn all about the history of Bastidas Bay. Carlos' voice will lead you to the Plaza de Bolivar, where you will discover one of the local tragedies that played a role in the Nobel Prize-winning book "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. You will admire the monuments in the square and learn the stories about the last days of Libertador Bolivar, who arrived in the city in his last days.The tour also takes you to the local culture, the history of the forts, the convent of San Franciscoand the Cathedral, while discovering how the city was sacked 17 times by pirates. At the end of the tour, Carlos will tell you some of the local legends about the former inhabitants of downtown St. Marta, such as Madame Augustine.

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.

Embark on a captivating journey through time with our Santa Marta Culinary History Tour! This isn't just a food tour; it's a delicious exploration of Santa Marta's rich past, where every bite tells a story. We'll delve into the city's vibrant culinary heritage, uncovering the influences that have shaped its unique flavors for centuries. Imagine strolling through historic streets, savoring dishes inspired by indigenous traditions, Spanish colonization, and the waves of immigrants who have called Santa Marta home. Our expert guides, passionate historians and food enthusiasts, will bring the past to life, sharing fascinating anecdotes and historical context behind each dish.

Tour the many sights and attractions in the historical center of Santa Marta with this private guided tour. Walk through the oldest parts of the city with your licensed tour guide as you learn about its history and heritage. Between visiting the Tayrona Gold Museum, Malecon, and other attractions, enjoy samples of local fruits and juices.

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.

Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) is the archaeological territory of an ancient Tayrona city located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta whose construction is attributed to the year 800 A.D. many years before Machu Picchu. The Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside formed by a network of tiled roads and small circular squares. Get to Ciudad Perdida is done by climbing some 1200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region, an adventure that begins in the city of Santa Marta and forces you to cross kilometers of mountain between rivers and jungle, an unforgettable experience that will allow you to meet the natives of the area, have an experience amid nature and live an extreme journey between the mountain and the sea.

Enjoy the magic that encompasses the most beautiful bay in america, visiting different places that teach interesting things about the Tajron culture, their beliefs and crafts find the view to enjoy them; and ends in the fifth of San Pedro Alexandrino, hacienda where our liberator SIMON BOLIVAR lived and died, you can enjoy the Bio-diversity of the place and learn more about all the secrets of the life of our liberator.

Embark on a unique journey through the heart of Santa Marta’s Historic Center. Your adventure begins at Parque de Los Novios, a charming square surrounded by colonial buildings. Wander through vibrant streets and witness architectural masterpieces, including the iconic Santa Marta Cathedral, South America’s first church. Visit the lively Simón Bolivar Park, then conclude at El Camellón, a scenic promenade with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. This private tour offers you a deeper connection with the city’s rich history and stunning beauty, leaving you with unforgettable memories.

- Local Authenticity: This is not a mass-market commercial tour; it´s a meaningful exchange of educational knowledge with local families who protect the land. - Sustainability: From the organic coffee and cacao to the locally sourced lunch, every step supports the region's circular economy. - Environmental Consciousness: We practice "Leave No Trace" principles, ensuring the absolute protection of this natural sanctuary. - Ancestral Well-being: The use of organic foods and contact with refreshing mountain waters offer a vital recharge that goes far beyond simple recreation. - Honoring Local Knowledge: We recognize our guides and families as custodians of living heritage, placing deep value on their ancestral wisdom.

Visit the historic center of Santa Marta, then travel with your guide to discover the hidden gems of this fascinating city. See colonial architecture from the days of Spanish colonization, and learn about the city’s troubles with pirates coming in from the Caribbean Sea. Find out about local historical figure El Libertador and their essential role in liberating much of Latin America from Spanish rule.

Be at Marina of Santa Marta 930 am. Say boat SONATA @ Gate. We depart 10 am. CANT wait past 9:50 am Sonata is a 58ft cutter rigged ketch built in 1979 in Taipei, Taiwan with 26 capacity. We will motor up wind to Bahia Concha in Tayrona Park passing at a distance by Taganga, Playa Grande, Aguja Island. At Bahia Concha we`ll anchor. Our auxiliary boat will take you to the beach or you can swim to it. You can snorkel, SUP board & sunbathe. WATER ACTIVITIES ONLY IN DESIGNATED AREAS. Lunch and 1 drink will be provided per person ON BOARD approximately 1 hour after arrival. 3:30pm everyone should be on board again to sail back wind permitting. Back at Marina by 5pm where you can enjoy the Sunset. If weather restrictions by maritime authorities we visit nearby bays. NO REFUND if Maritime Authorities restrict navigation to Tayrona Park. FULL REFUND if ALL navigation is restricted. Keep in mind tayrona park closes Feb 1-15 June 1-15 Oct 19-Nov 2. During these date we will visit nearby bays

We have guides from the region instructed by SENA, with years of experience. Trained to provide cultural, historical and anthropological information on indigenous communities and the area. We work hand in hand with indigenous and peasant communities. We are committed to supporting the development of the region through contributions that contribute to a better quality of life for the locals.

Enjoy a captivating journey through the vibrant streets of Santa Marta with our half-day city tour. Discover the rich history and cultural significance of this coastal gem, guided by a knowledgeable local expert who will illuminate every step of your adventure. From lush mountains to sparkling seas, Santa Marta boasts a unique blend of natural wonders and historical landmarks, making it a must-visit destination for travelers seeking both beauty and heritage.

This is not a sunset excursion; it is an invitation to feel the soul of the Sierra Nevada. While most tours end in daylight, this experience is just beginning, guiding travelers to a deep cultural encounter that very few can live. The fundamental difference lies in authenticity and access. It is based on a years-long relationship, based on respect and friendship, that allows participants to be welcomed into a circle of words, music and cocoa with members of the Wiwa community. It is a human encounter, intimate and real. The philosophy of operating with radically small groups (maximum 10 people) ensures that each traveler is a participant in a memorable evening, not a spectator in a crowd. The experience combines the majesty of the sunset in a spectacular viewpoint with the depth of a genuine cultural exchange. Ideal for those looking to go beyond the photo and long for a true connection.

Our highly qualified and bilingual guide takes you to the Ciudad Perdida "Teyuna" for an unforgettable experience. You walk through the wonderful nature of the Sierra Nevada and learn interesting facts about the indigenous culture that has lived here for centuries. You also help the local community with your tour booking because we donate a percentage to social projects.

With the sounds of birds and nature, this soundwalk offers the best way to learn about the different species that live in the tropical rainforest of the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta. You will get to know the century-old collection of trees that provided shade and a fresh breeze during the last days of the Libertador's life. While walking through the beautiful gardens, the tour will take you to an authentic Kogui altar, where you will learn why the indigenous people regularly visit this magical place in nature.

At 200 meters above sea level inside the Tayrona Park is located Pueblito, a community of native Koguis, heirs of the Tayrona with an architecture similar to that of Ciudad Perdida. It is interesting to know a little more about the native culture of Santa Marta. The tour: Pueblito Tayku is ideal to live an adventure of cultural discovery of the region. To reach this ancestral territory, you must take a walk in the middle of the jungle of the Tayrona Park, a route where the visitor will be able to appreciate the natural wonders and thus be closer to the beloved mother earth.

Discover the final resting place of Simón Bolívar, the liberator, on this private self-guided audio tour of Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino. Walk through the premises and learn about the life of the political leader who brought independence to Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia from the Spanish Empire. Relive his most epic battles, discover key moments of his life, and listen to an account of his final moments.

This is a trekking where we will get the maximum to walk to the height of 650 masl and we enjoy a lot of fauna and flora that surrounds us, when we are in the farm you will learn about the Tayrona culture and its relics that you will be able to see. It will also be a unique and unforgettable experience.

La Poza Sagrada, which is a natural pool of great importance for the indigenous people of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a place where you can take a refreshing swim and enjoy its crystal clear waters. We will finish the experience on the beautiful beaches of Mendihuaca where you will spend an afternoon of sun and beach in one of the most beautiful beaches in the city of Santa Marta.

Discover Aracataca, Gabo's hometown, a lovely and traditional village that inspired him to create the fictional and magical town of Macondo (Buendia family home town), mentioned and used as location for several of his novels and short stories. Understand the imaginary of Colombia's greatest man in literature, follow his steps and live a cultural immersion in a real Colombian Caribbean town.

because you enter a true trek where you will know different cultures including the most native of the Sierra Nevada, the Kogui culture, you will also be surrounded by a lot of vegetation, rivers and people doing this tour before you. Remember that you will be in a humid forest where there will be a lot of fauna and flora and you should not leave your camera or you will miss some authentic shots !!!  It is necessary to have a good physical condition since the walks are 7 to 8 hours a day