Top Santa Marta Private Sightseeing Tours

Simplify exploring Santa Marta's historic Old Town and Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino on this private tour. Skip the pressure of keeping up with a large tour group, and enjoy a one-on-one experience with your private guide as you explore these areas on foot. Enjoy an itinerary that includes Parque de Los Novios, Simón Bolívar Park, and the main Cathedral with the tomb of Rodrigo Bastidas, and more.

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.

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.

A unique experience, this tour is completely private. After the tour, you'll learn how to make chocolate from cacao. You'll also hike through the jungle on an indigenous trail where cars and motorcycles aren't allowed. They will bathe in a private waterfall and learn about nature in the jungle.

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.

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

Take in the sunset in Santa Marta aboard a private boat cruise. With a maximum of 12 guests, you can relax and enjoy the views. Bring your own food, snacks, and drinks on board and store them in a cooler so you can have your drink or meal with incredible views.

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.

Experience our Private Full Day Shore Excursion tailored exclusively for Cruise Ship Passengers! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Colombia as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Santa Marta. Discover the awe-inspiring allure of the Catedral Basílica de Santa Marta, marvel at the grandeur of Malecón de Bastidas, and capture iconic moments at landmarks like the Parque de los Novios and many more. Indulge in delectable local cuisine and explore a myriad of unique souvenirs to commemorate your journey. Our excursions are meticulously designed to align with your ship's schedule, allowing you to savor every moment without the worry of returning to your ship on time. We'll greet you directly at the port and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day.

The adventure begins at 8 a.m. on a winding road with panoramic views. Visit the magical Pozo Azul, immerse yourself in crystal clear waters and enjoy a refreshing swim. Then, climb to 1600 meters and be amazed by a large coat of arms of Colombia. Have lunch at the charming Hostal Sierra Minca and relax by the pool with views of Santa Marta. Descend along an unpaved road back to Minca and conclude the day in Santa Marta, full of memories and connection with nature. Don't miss this adventure!

There is no better way to fully appreciate the paradisiac view from Palomino than horseback riding across the beach. Let our beautiful horses take to you on an unparalleled ride and enjoy the sea breeze refreshing your skin. Choose the right hour and you can be amazed by the most marvelous sunsets and sunrises. You can delight yourself for up to 2 hours and dare to experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The sun rising or setting over the horizon of Palomino Beach The unique connection and understanding with your horse Learn historical data about the importance of Palomino for the economy of La Guajira Unique coastal views in the world Get away from worries and city frenzy

Tayrona is waiting for you. Visit Tayrona National Park on a private full-day hike to Cabo San Juan, one of Colombia's most iconic Caribbean beaches. Walk through tropical forests, coastal viewpoints, and scenic trails while enjoying some of the most spectacular landscapes on Colombia's Caribbean coast. Along the way, you'll visit beaches such as Arenilla, La Piscina, and finally Cabo San Juan. Depending on your pace and preferences, you may spend more time swimming, relaxing, taking photos, or learning about the park's culture and nature. Your guide will also try to spot wildlife along the way. Everything is taken care of for you, from hotel or Airbnb pickup in Santa Marta to private transportation, entry assistance, and personalized guidance. You decide the pace and stops. Founded by Tour Guide Cesar, Entertaining Travel specializes in safe, flexible, and personalized private experiences designed to help travelers make the most of Tayrona National Park and Cabo San Juan.

Discover the picturesque surroundings of Minca on a private tour of a local coffee plantation, and see where some of the world’s highest-quality coffee beans are grown. Travel to the Pozo Azul waterfalls, where you can swim in the clear waters of the drop pool before the crowds. Then, visit La Victoria Coffee Farm to learn about the process of picking, aging, and roasting the coffee bean. Round off the day with a traditional lunch and a visit to the Marinka waterfalls.

Tayrona National Park is full of scenic hiking trails, but it can be difficult to navigate on your own. This private tour lets you relax on a well-planned route to Cabo San Juan with flexible pacing and personalized attention. Hike through lush jungle, stop at panoramic viewpoints, and cool down with a swim in La Piscina. Entrance fees for the park are included for a more streamlined experience.

Explore the highlights of Minca your way on this private day trip. You can customize the itinerary to suit your needs, but most travelers love visiting a wide variety of cultural and natural sites. Check out the views and beautiful waterfalls of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park and soak in a thermal pool. Learn about the local culture and gastronomy at the Museo del Cacao and enjoy a cup.

Visit some of the best beaches in Santa Marta as you relax all day long on this private boat tour. Pickup and drop-off from your hotel allows for a stress-free experience. Go swimming in the ocean away from the crowds of the city's main public beaches as you access more secluded areas by boat.

Tourist and ecological attraction dedicated to the Tayrona culture. A unique place to appreciate pieces of pottery, goldsmiths and tools made and used by the inhabitants of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Only 56.6 km from Santa Marta, via Santa Marta – Venezuela. Get to know the tourist attraction of the Don Diego River and its restored architecture of the ancient Tayrona indigenous communities with a mini museum and original pieces, as well as an incredible typical lunch

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

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.

Embark on a full day adventure into jungle waterfalls, panoramic views and nature in the depths of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains at the private nature reserve of Nevada San Martin.

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.

Among the sites to visit are ancestral lagoons that have been considered sacred by the Indigenous people within the jungle, also an indigenous town with Tayrona terraces that is like visiting a lost city in a single day and by vehicle, succulent lunch either with protein your choice, vegetarian and vegan options. We have highly trained personnel in all areas of the tour, all the places in the mountains look like a dream! It is a tour designed by us, exclusive and to places little frequented by tourists and wholesale tourism agencies, which makes it a personalized experience of immersion in the ancestral culture of the region in a private way. Come and live an adventure and unforgettable experience with us!!!

We will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Santa Marta International Navy, where we will welcome and brief guidance on security measures before setting sail at 9:00 a.m. in a comfortable boat heading for the coast of Tayrona Park. After an hour and a half of sailing we will arrive at Cabo San Juan, one of the most iconic places in the park, surrounded by jungle and crystal clear sea. There you will receive a short talk about the available activities and then you will have free time to choose: walk to Playa Boca del Saco or to the Pool, snorkel in clear waters, rest under palm trees or climb to the viewpoint to enjoy an unforgettable view of the Caribbean. At noon you can have lunch at the local restaurant or take your picnic. At 3:00 p.m. we will start the return, closing a day full of nature, adventure and unique landscapes that make this experience an unforgettable memory of Tayrona.