All Santa Marta Tours & Excursions in 2026

Hugo was the best guide we could have had during our drive from Santa Marta to Cartagena. From the very first moment, he made sure the trip was enjoyable and entertaining, sharing with us his love and deep knowledge of Colombia’s history and culture. We made a stop in Barranquilla, where Hugo took the time to take our photos and let us stop for a relaxed lunch. His warmth, patience, and dedication made the whole trip an unforgettable experience. I cannot recommend him enough!

My tour guide was Mario and he truly made the experience unforgettable!! Minca was the highlight of my Colombia trip and it was all thanks to Mario. We were a small group but we all felt so safe and Mario made us all feel very comfortable not to mention he is hilarious. Minca is such a beautiful place, from swimming near waterfalls to drinking coffee in the coffee farms I could not have asked for a better tour or tour guide!! 100/10 would recommend :)

One of the best thing I have done in Santa Marta. I was worried about the negative reviews and yes they tend to communicate a bit last minute. But in the end, got all infos on WhatsApp the night before the trip. Got picked up at my hotel on time (at 5:45 as my hotel was a bit further away so first on borad). Then picked up people along the way but we were in the park ready to walk at around 7:30-8:00. They take care of all entrance fees and procedure. On that day we had 36 people on the tour with 3 guides (and the bus driver). As soon as we started the hike, the groups naturally splitted around the 3 guides based on the pace Guides tell you a lot about nature, fauna and flora (only one spoke English though). We arrived at Cabo beach at 11 (but lot to see on the walk). Then took a table for lunch at the restaurant and ordered. (not.included but good price and good food). You can leave all your stuff at the table, they watch your belongings and you can enjoy the beach for a good hour before they serve lunch at 12:00. Then another hour of beach after lunch and we make our way back at 2pm. As I was alone and a good hiker, I just did all the way back on my own at my own pace. Everybody was back in the bus by 4pm and I was back at my hotel.just right past 5pm. In summary, super well organized, good guides, amazing hike and the most beautiful beaches I have seen in Colombia

Great, professional crew that took several guests on a ride of approximately one hour to a beach for relaxation, a great lunch, and the option of snorkeling. The beach has several people offering different types of drinks (so have cash, especially in small bills), and there are tents that a large group can split the cost for to get shade from the sun (they were approximately 130,000 or 140,000 pesos for the few hours we used one). There is no cell service available for much of the trip, which is a welcome way to unplug from your routine back home. Overall, a very nice trip and experience.

Great captain! Really enjoyed the experience although someone did bring a new baby onboard and it rained. It was scary to watch a new baby with no life jacket. Not the captains fault, but some people are not responsible parents. The snacks were wonderful and a beer was always offered with much concern for the passengers happiness. We really enjoyed the cruise. 5 stars Good people!

Loved this tour. Our guide knew everything about Tayrona. Stunningly beautiful hike thru natural areas and Juan explained it all & answered all our questions. Pointed out animals that he was skilled to see since he’s been there so much. We were so privileged & appreciate his knowledge of this area.

My flight into Santa Marta got rerouted and I very quickly received a WhatsApp message checking on me and whether or not I would need the car at a different time. They kept in constant communication and were very patient with all of the delays due to the airline. They were kind and did everything they possibly could and picked me up even though my flight was over 4 hours late.

Our boat tour at Tayrona National Park was an incredible experience. The water was pristine and clear, and the weather was absolutely perfect. We visited three beaches—Cinto, Playa Cristal, and Concha—and all of them were amazing and had their own unique charm. Lunch was included at Playa Cristal and we ate very well; the fried fish was cooked to perfection! A few tips for future travelers: The Captain: Our captain, Didier, is a total gem. The ride to the beaches was a bit rocky due to huge waves, but he is very skilled and managed to minimize the impact as much as possible. Seating Strategy: Keep in mind that if you sit at the back of the boat, you feel the waves less but you will get splashed. If you sit at the front, you feel the waves to the fullest, but we got off the ride with minimal splashes. Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen! The sun here doesn't mess around (I ended up with a sunburn). Would definitely recommend this tour!