All Santa Marta Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 2

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

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from $39

Magic Minca : Waterfalls, Cocoa Workshop and Coffee From Santa Marta

4.7

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

from $77

Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

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from $55

Tour of indigenous trails, coffee, cocoa, waterfalls - Minca

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Santa Marta Beaches Private Boat Tour

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from $55

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from $399

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!

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Minca Motorcycle Tour

4.5

from $180

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

Tour Don Diego and Tayronaka

4.4

Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Santa Marta, Colombia

from $110

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Full Day to Playa Blanca or Inca Inca Santa Marta with Lunch

(18)

from $30

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

2.8

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from $41

Private La Victoria Coffee Tour – Waterfalls & Minca

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.

Private La Victoria Coffee Tour – Waterfalls & Minca

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $210

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

Tubing Across Palomino River Including a Hiking Tour

Tubing Across Palomino River Including a Hiking Tour

3 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

(17)

from $43

Maritime Adventure Bahia de Cinto and Playa Cristal, Tayrona Park

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(4)

from $80

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

Sunset Sailing Santa Marta Bay

Discover Minca

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.2

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from $90

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

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from $52

Sail to Tayrona Park with Lunch, Snorkeling and Paddle

Discover the magic of the Caribbean by sailing to Bahía Concha, one of the most beautiful treasures of Tayrona Park. This unique experience combines adventure, relaxation and nature in one day. Enjoy a scenic sea tour, explore crystal clear waters with snorkeling, paddle or kayak surrounded by unspoilt landscapes, and enjoy a delicious Caribbean lunch in front of the sea. More than a walk, it is an unforgettable getaway that connects your senses with the tranquility of the ocean and the natural beauty of Colombia. Book now and live a dream day in paradise!

Sail to Tayrona Park with Lunch, Snorkeling and Paddle

6 hoursFree Cancellation

1.0

(1)

from $96

Immerse yourself in an experience like no other: meet the flamingos in their Sanctuary and sail around a salty lagoon. These animals come to this place to feed themselves with shrimp on a salty lagoon. In this tour we will take you to the Sanctuary and explain you the reason why this place is becoming important and how to take care of its fauna, especially the flamingos. You will be able to see them near you. You will also enjoy a typical lunch in Playa de Camarones. - Discovering the Sanctuary of Flamingos - Sailing around a lagoon to be near the flamingos - Being surrounded by the Caribbean nature - An authentic and new natural experience

Sanctuary of Flamingos Day Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

from $110

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.

Shell Bay Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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from $61

Old Town and Quinta San Pedro Santa Marta City Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(31)

from $89

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.

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Private Tayrona Park Hike to Cabo San Juan

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

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from $220

Explore the vibrant city of Santa Marta like never before with the TURBO City Tour, offering a unique Cultural and Tasting Ride on electric scooters. Enjoy the Caribbean sea breeze while immersing yourself in local history and flavors. Kick off your tour visiting famous historic sites and learning about the history and culture of the oldest city in Colombia. In the evening, capture stunning sunset views while enjoying exotic ceviche on the boardwalk. This tour promises an authentic experience tailored for modern travelers seeking Instagrammable moments and culinary delights. - Morning and Sunset rides available to suit your schedule - Taste local delicacies, including seafood soup and ceviche - Visit cultural highlights like the Tayrona Gold Museum and San Francisco Church - Ride in style with signature blue helmets and eco-friendly scooters

Cultural and Tasting Electric Motorcycle City Tour in Santa Marta

Cultural and Tasting Electric Motorcycle City Tour in Santa Marta

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the wild forests of Colombia and discover the Minca and Marinka Waterfalls—ideal swimming spots where you can cool off after a hike through the jungle. Feel close to nature as you pass through trails that weave through the woods, and visit a local village to learn about the local and indigenous culture of this special place. Taste local coffee at a coffee farm, and enjoy a lunch of typical local food.

from $40

Minca, Waterfalls and Coffee Farm Tour from Santa Marta

Minca, Waterfalls and Coffee Farm Tour from Santa Marta

4.7

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from $128

Maritime Adventure by Boat to Tayrona Santa Marta

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

3.0

(3)

from $75

Sunset by yacht

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Door-to-Door Transfer from Santa Marta to Cartagena

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from $60

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $176

Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop

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What are people saying about Santa Marta

Adele_G, Aug 2026

Great day!

A very fun day in Minca! Highly recommend this experience for visitors who are not planning to go to a Coffee or Cocoa Farm and/or who want to get out of the city and into nature. Included a great little hike to a waterfall, stop to get a local artisanal beer, coffee and cacoa experience, as well as a fantastic lunch and great guide. Ronaldo was so knowledgeable about minca, biodiversity, chocolate, and coffee. He is super charismatic and funny and speaks fantastic English. He also did a great job of saying everything in English and Spanish so all visitors could understand during the experience. Complimentary bug spray would be nice, if possible at the start! Our driver Manuel was also very kind and professional.

MINCA: Eco-Walk, Coffee Farm, Waterfall & Chocolate Experience!

Danna_D, Aug 2026

Mario was the best!!

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 :)

Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta

Karoline_W, Jul 2026

Brilliant hike to Lost City

This was a brilliant hike, made better by a fun group / brilliant guide and translator (shout outs to Antonio and Carlos 💚) In terms of difficulty - I would say this is moderately difficult for someone who is sensibly fit. There are stretches of uphill, and clearly a significant amount of walking per day which is broken up for breaks for fruit and meals. Sleeping wise - you stay on beds in open air lodges, and there are showers available at the end of the day. Only recommendation is make sure you bring your own water bottles - there are refill stations however plastic bottles are not provided.

Six beaches of Santa Marta by yacht

Bertrand_S, Jul 2026

Great day on the sea with great crew. Super day!

Great day and amazing way to visit secluded beaches of Santa Marta. All is super well organized from the moment you arrive at the Marina. I did it solo and we were only 2 non Spanish speakers on the boat. But both the staff and the other passengers (mostly Colombian families) were all super nice. Snacks, lunch, drinks were great (they offer you snacks and drinks all the time). The boat is spacious and clean and the crew friendly, funny and full of attention. Lot's of sun, swimming amd fun. The day went super fast. Recommend 100%

Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!

Russell_M, Jul 2026

A Pleasant Experience with a Great Sailing Crew

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.

Sunset in the bay of Santa Marta in a sailboat

James_M, Jun 2026

Great Captain!

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!

Food Tour in Santa Marta Old City Half-Day

John_S, Jun 2026

Solo waliking streetfood tour Santa Marta June 2026

Good walking historical food tour. Fantastic fruits, juices, pastries seafood.; more delicious things than I could finish. I also loved the beverages, history, for example the gold museum as well as learning about the current situation in town. Andreas was a wonderful guide. Highly recommended!

Tayrona Park Hike Tour to Cabo San Juan: Private or Shared

Bonnie_M, May 2026

A Guide That Really Knows Tayrona

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.

MINCA TOUR - Explore waterfalls and discover the origin of coffee and cocoa

Thomas_K, May 2026

Great experience

It was an very informative and exciting experience. Steep hiking. Definitely recommend long pants and a long-sleeved shirt and insect repellent. The tour had some amazing views. Ronaldo the guide was very knowledgeable and fluent also in English, he explained everything very well and answered all questions. I would definitely recommend this tour. The lunch was also very yummy 😋

Santa Marta City Tour + Gold Museum

Yin_N, Mar 2026

Very good city tour, walking and ride are good balance

We booked a private tour but was asked to share due to guide shortage. The van is 11 seater so we are good with 5 of us plus a couple. Gold museum was closed on Monday so our guide Andres gave us fruit tasting and chilled mango juice. So it was good even with sharing.

Tayrona by sea

Sen_L, Dec 2025

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply amazing!

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!

Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona

Denis_I, Nov 2025

A great day of sun and sailing

This was a wonderful day trip to enjoy an outstanding beach surrounded by majestic mountain scenery. The crew were super friendly and supported us really well, though it was an all Spanish-speaking crew on our sailing, so it helped a lot that my wife and I speak Spanish and could also help make sure that the other passengers fully understood. The trip to and from the bay was stunningly beautiful and we were very comfortable on the catamaran even though it was quite windy in the morning. The fresh fish for lunch was fantastic, and it was very neat to see the crew catching the fish for us as we cruised along. We ate on the beach rather than on the boat, so don't forget to bring your sunscreen to shore (or ask the crew to bring it when they go back and forth). The beach wasn't crowded and the vendors were walking around but not pushy or any negative behavior. We had an amazing day and this catamaran cruise was a great way to experience a little bit of Tayrona National Park from the sea.