Tours in Santa Marta

Embark on an extraordinary one-day expedition through the enchanting terrain of Tayrona National Park, a genuine marvel within Colombia's natural treasures. Celebrated for its pristine turquoise waters, sun-kissed beaches, and untamed rainforests, this iconic national park seamlessly melds breathtaking beauty with deep cultural importance, offering an unparalleled synthesis of nature and heritage.

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.

Interact with the nature and be part of the culture of the indigenous Wayúu. We take you to Cabo de la Vela, the Salinas de Manaure and other special spots we have chosen for an unforgettable experience: You will feel the desert heat, pass trough untouched nature and sleep in humble indigenous acommodations in front of the sea. Please consider you will be in a remote part of the Country where the amenities such as water, electricity, internet etc. are not always available. You help the local and indigenous community with your tour booking because we donate a percentage to social projects.

Enjoy a stress-free transportation from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to your hotel in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados or Bello Horizonte (TAGANGA not included). This service has a duration that varies from 40 to 50 minutes (depending on traffic), on the road to your hotel you will be able to observe the wonderful mountains of the Sierra Nevada which embrace this magnificent, unique and authentic city.

Enjoy a direct ride from Santa Marta to Barranquilla airport with expert drivers who know the road like the back of their hand. This hassle-free express door-to-door transportation service is all you need to get to your airport safely and on time.

Are you ready to embark on one of the most exciting treks in South America? The Colombia Lost City Tour will take you through the exuberant jungle of the Sierra Nevada, where you will discover amazing secrets and impressive landscapes. Explore archaeological ruins and observe wildlife in its natural habitat. But be prepared: this adventure requires a good physical condition, since the daily walks last 7 to 8 hours. Do you dare to accept the challenge? ✅ INCLUDES: Ground transportation (Santa Marta historic center, Taganga and Rodadero; sectors of red grounds, beautiful horizon and airport must pay an additional 20,000), Food, Local Guide and English translator, Entrance to the archaeological zone, contribution to indigenous and peasant communities, accommodation in hammocks, beds (with mosquito nets and blankets), travel insurance, snack at some points of the trip.

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.

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.

Taganga, a typical fishing village where it is possible to observe the fishing ritual of the natives who build their own canoes and use magic overlays. Beautiful, with transparent waters and beautiful corals, with many kiosks, cabins and hotels in which it is possible to enjoy a delicious sea food and admire the surroundings, its access is by boat from Taganga or by ecological path.

This expedition is a journey through time through the past, present and future of Colombia. It is an immersion in the history of the country, its periods of violence, confrontation and prosperity that occurred in the territory and marked scars that today have a voice in residents such as Edwin, Patacón, Hugo and other tour guides, who tell how their past in a drug laboratory, is transformed into a prosperous present showing the richness, diversity and majesty of the Sierra. Beyond the goal, it is a journey through productive lands, lands of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park, Tayrona National Natural Park, and lands of the Indigenous Reservation, sacred to these communities, immersed in the worldview and wisdom of "the older brothers " to the Teyuna Archaeological Park. The accompaniment of the Host Fullsky together with these local voices, make it a unique and profound experience since we do everything to get the most out of the territory, every day and every step.

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price and substance. Below are some examples of what you will see and do on this tour: ► A Helicopter Ride Over a Huge Granitic Rock Surrounded by Open Waters ► Visiting a Postcard Perfect Valley ► Horseback Riding to Colombia’s Exotic Beach ► Coffee Plantations & Trying Some of the Best Coffees on Earth ► Experiencing a Mud Bath Inside a Volcano ► Boat Ride Along a Pristine Coastline ► Sightseeing in One of South America’s Prettiest Colonial Cities ► Exploring Nightlife in Medellin, Bogota & Santa Marta ► Relaxing in Thermal Springs ► A Private Guided Tour of a Salt Cathedral ► Rich Culture And Much More...

6.30 hrs departure from your hotel or meeting point by land to the entrance of the Tayrona park where after completing the entry protocols we will take a two-hour walk along the different beaches of the Tayrona park. Arrecife, Arenilla, La Piscina and then we will arrive at Cape San Juan where you can enjoy the beach and its magnificent landscapes. At 3:50 p.m. we will take a speed boat to Taganga and then by land to your hotel.

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.

This project was started by a group of peasant families who have decided leave aside activities with a negative impact on the environment (like intensive agriculture and livestock) and work in tourism. These families saw that the place what has always been their home is a paradise of landscapes, biodiversity and cultural experiences. And now they want to show this paradise, and everything it offers, to the rest of the world. This trek is outside of others tourist treks saturated with visitors, wildlife full, ancient rainforests, impressive waterfalls, friendly people and stunning views of the mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Of course, to get to the most beautiful places requires great effort, hiking along steep slopes, grass fields, forests and mountains. As such, it is necessary to be in a good physical and mental condition. You will be rewarded at the end of each day, when we will be welcomed, eat and sleep in the peasants houses where we will have a cultural exchange.

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.

Meet the ecological capital of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a unique place in the Caribbean Region for its diversity of agricultural products, where you can enjoy different landscapes, ecological walk, learn about the handmade process of organic coffee, observe some species of birds and enjoy a delicious bath in one of its waterfalls that descend from the Sierra Nevada.

Its name is related to the stones with which its terraces were raised and some rock carvings that have been found. These seem to tell a story to those who visit this place, as if they were speaking to us. Bunkuany, the "place of the stones that speak". Although the archaeological complex of Bunkuany is less extensive than that of Ciudad Perdida, it has quite large terraces and, as happens with Ciudad Perdida or Teyuna, "The second Lost City" has several streams and rivers nearby, which makes to enjoy a refreshing swim while doing the Bunkuany tour.

Gotsezhy, which in Spanish means “Reborn”, is a Wiwa indigenous refuge located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This excursion consists of a trek to said refuge, where you can enjoy the best preserved landscapes, you will have the opportunity to explore rivers and completely disconnect from the outside world, you will be able to better understand their worldview and beliefs, through multiple activities, but above all the importance of ethnic and cultural diversity. The indigenous refuge also has an access that allows you to discover the majestic natural pool of the "Matuna" (El Encanto) waterfall, where you can take a bath in its refreshing waters, after only approximately 15 minutes of walking.

Embark on a picturesque adventure from Santa Marta to Minca, revealing stunning mountain landscapes. Immerse yourself in the world of coffee at La Victoria, a celebrated coffee plantation, with an engaging tour. Savor the flavors of local dishes while taking in Minca's sweeping mountain views. Uncover the tranquil haven of Marinka, where breathtaking waterfalls beckon. Experience the enchantment of Minca and the genuine warmth of Colombian hospitality.

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On this trip we will have the opportunity to get to know the Kogui Sewiaxa community where around 25 families live that basically live off nature, growing cassava, corn, beans, among others. In the visit we will see the mamo who gives us his teachings and a sacred ritual, on the tour we are surrounded by a lot of fauna such as hummingbirds, the toucan and monkeys, we also have the opportunity to look at the peaks of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the beaches of palomino and at the end we bathe in the palomino river where by decision of the client can take the option of tubing to go down to the sea. This Tour is exclusive.

Enjoy a stress-free transportation service from your hotel in Tayrona National Park to your hotel in Santa Marta. The estimated time of arrival is approximately 60 minutes (depending on traffic), on the road to your hotel you will be able to observe the magnificent Sierra Nevada which embraces this unique and truly authentic city.

Enjoy a stress-free transportation from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to your hotel in Tayrona Park area. The estimated time of arrival is approximately 60 minutes (depending on traffic), on the road to your hotel you will be able to observe the majestuosity of the Sierra Nevada which embrace this magnificent, unique and authentic city.

Enjoy a stress-free transfer service from your hotel in Palomino to your hotel in Santa Marta. The estimated time of arrival is 1h40 minutes (depending on traffic conditions), on the road to your hotel you will be able to observe the wonderful mountains of the Sierra Nevada which embrace this magnificent, unique and authentic city.