Top Santa Marta Shore Excursions

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.

Discover the beauty of Tayrona National Natural Park and enjoy plenty of downtime on this private sailing trip from Santa Marta. Cruise to the various bays off the Caribbean coast of the national park and enjoy a day of diving off the boat, swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. Places on this private tour are limited to 8 people.

Tour to Playa Blanca Santa Marta – In this spectacular tour you will have the possibility to visit one of the most beautiful beaches of Santa Marta, we will start from 9 in the morning approximately from the rollerboat to this majestic place where you will take a sea bath in its comfortable waters, you will also have included in this tour lunch consisting of rice with coconut fish patacones salad and lemonade, people who do not like fish there is choice of chicken and meat depending on availability, if you want to enjoy the sun and sand of this place we recommend you apply good sunblock.

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.

Discover the first bay of Tayrona National Natural Park, Granate, and enjoy plenty of downtime on this private sailing trip from Santa Marta: you will swim, snorkel, relax, sunbath, paddle, have fun drinking and chatting with your friends or family, jump from the boat, and sailing back to Santa Marta enjoying a beautiful sunset. If you are lucky, you may fish or see dolphins but anyway you will enjoy the unique landscape Santa Marta and Tayrona Park offer us. The Captain reserves the right to change bays if the weather does not allow reaching that bay. It's also worth mentioning that we have a large bathing platform at the stern that allows you easy and direct access to the sea. We have fridge and full of beverages on board (soda, beers, wine, Rum, ...) which are available (we'll comunicate you the list with the prices the day before the trip). You can also take your own drinks with you on board.

Immerse yourself in the tranquility and natural beauty of Bahía Concha, one of the hidden gems of Tayrona National Park. Its crystal-clear waters, golden sand and surrounding mountains offer the perfect setting for a day of total disconnection. Whether you prefer to relax under the shade of trees, swim in the calm sea or explore marine life with snorkeling, this experience will bring you unforgettable moments in a tropical paradise. This tour is ideal for those looking for a short break, without demanding hikes, but with all the magic of Tayrona. Enjoy the peace and beauty of the Caribbean, try a delicious typical lunch and take in landscapes that will leave you breathless. Book now and live an unforgettable day in Bahía Concha, where the sea and nature merge into a unique spectacle. Don't miss it!

Enjoy a stress-free way to get from Santa Marta to Cartagena when you book this private transfer service. Your driver meets you at your accommodation in Santa Marta and you set out for the lengthy drive to Cartagena aboard a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle. Make a quick stop in Barranquilla to stretch your legs and then get dropped off at your chosen location in Cartagena.

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.

Hike through the jungle and mountains of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Natural Park in search of the Lost City on this 4-day guided tour. Travel by 4-wheel drive into the mountains and spend your time hiking to the remains of this ancient sacred place of the Tayrona people. Relax along the way with swimming in natural pools beneath waterfalls. This small-group tour is only for travelers with a moderate level of physical fitness.

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.

Explore the ancient lost city of Perdida on this epic 3-night tour. Trek through the jungle and mountains of Colombia, seeing some of the most lush landscapes and dramatic scenery anywhere in South America. Follow your guide through the wilderness down trails and tracks and gain special access to the Ciudad Perdida archaeological zone.

Explore Tayrona at your own pace during a private boat tour that allows you to customize your sightseeing itinerary. You'll benefit from the undivided attention of not one, but two ship captains as you admire the tropical landscapes from a new perspective. Plus, you can stop to snorkel and swim for as long as you like. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tayrona means you won't have to find a meeting point.

Experience the nature, culture, and biodiversity of Minca on a 2-day tour from Santa Marta where all the logistics are handled for you. Start your time in the mountains by learning about coffee cultivation at a coffee farm and then relax at the Lost Waterfall. After a jungle walk, head to the Cocoa Museum to learn its history. Finish the tour with a bird watching walk on local nature trails.

An experience not to be missed during your stay... Let yourself be enchanted by the changing colors of the sky, the golden reflections on the sea and the iconic rock “El Morro,” the unique panoramas between the mountains and the bay of Santa Marta... A suspended moment in time, simply magical. We will set sail through the bays of Santa Marta and its surroundings (depending on the weather: Tayrona or Inca Inca) aboard our magnificent sailboat, at 12.5 m Beneteau. We favor small groups in order to offer you greater comfort and a more exclusive experience. You will be able to relax and enjoy the spacious areas of the sailboat, ideal for admiring the scenery and letting yourself be carried by the moment. On board, a welcome beer, snacks, and water will be offered. It is the perfect tour for solo travelers, couples, groups of friends, or families who wish to experience an unforgettable sunset at sea in a friendly atmosphere

Explore the mountain scenery and nature of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Natural Park with this trekking tour to Minca from Santa Marta. Hike with your personal tour guide through lush rainforest and plantations of coffee and cocoa to reach the ecotourism town of Minca. See the Pozo Azul waterfall and views from high up in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains. Participants on this tour will need a high level of physical fitness.

Designed to provide an excellent mountain adventure accompanied by beautiful landscapes and surrounded by the wonderful ancestral cultures that still inhabit the imposing Sierra Nevada, the highest coastal mountain in the world. They will share with a Kogui community, a special community since their knowledge is of reflection before the means they inhabit, they have survived trying to maintain their customs, and they are considered the most peaceful group in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. It is a new, exclusive tour with few visitors on a day-to-day basis, having the legal permission to operate with the Koguis natives. We do community tourism by integrating the inhabitants and helping to combat poverty with daily departures. We present a large part of the Tayrona indigenous ancestral culture

This private hiking tour was started by a group of local families who wanted to share their home’s landscapes, biodiversity, and culture with the world. Trek to areas that aren’t crowded with tourists and see rainforests, waterfalls, and beautiful views of the mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Eat and sleep at locals’ homes along the way for the ultimate cultural exchange.

If you are planning to go somewhere else along the Caribbean coast, we can drive you there. Go with us to Tayrona National Park or go from these places to Santa Marta city. Our professional driver and an assistant will pick you up at the chosen schedule in the chosen departure point and they will try their best to meet your needs. Book the transfer with us and have a safe and stress-free trip to your chosen destination. • A safe trip from or to Santa Marta and from or to Tayrona Park. • Professional and experienced driver • Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles • Wide range of availability • Guarantee of high-quality transport experience

Discover a true Caribbean paradise on this full-day private shore tour to Playa Cristal, one of the most beautiful beaches in Tayrona National Park. Designed for cruise guests, this experience combines comfort, nature, and exclusivity away from the crowds. With turquoise waters, white sand, and rich marine life, Playa Cristal is the perfect setting for a relaxing beach day, all with private service and a smooth return to Santa Marta Port.

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.

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.

Discover one of Colombia’s most breathtaking natural wonders on this full-day private shore tour to Tayrona National Park. Designed for active travelers and nature lovers, this experience combines jungle hiking, pristine Caribbean beaches, and personalized guidance. Enjoy a flexible pace, private transportation, and the freedom to explore Tayrona’s iconic landscapes without the constraints of group travel, all starting and ending conveniently at Santa Marta Port.

Escape the coast and discover the lush mountain world of Minca on this full-day private shore tour. Designed for cruise guests seeking nature, culture, and comfort, this experience blends waterfalls, coffee heritage, and breathtaking Sierra Nevada views. With private 4×4 transport and a flexible pace, you’ll explore Minca’s highlights without crowds, enjoying an immersive journey that starts and ends directly at Santa Marta Port.