Tours in 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.

Gotsezhy, which in Spanish means "Rebirth", is a Wiwa indigenous refuge settled in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This excursion consists of a trekking towards said refuge, where you will be able to enjoy the best preserved landscapes, you will have the opportunity to explore rivers and totally 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 in just 15 minutes of walking, where you can take a bath in its refreshing waters.

Enjoy private stress-free transportation from your hotel in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados and/or Bello Horizonte to your hotel in Barranquilla. On the road to your hotel, you will be able to observe the greatness of the Sierra Nevada, the Caribbean sea and Cienaga Grande de Santa Marta.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Why Tourists Should Book the Tayrona Park Tour: 7 Waves, Neguanje and Playa Cristal? Tayrona Park is one of Colombia’s most iconic destinations, and the Seven Waves, Neguanje and Crystal Beach tour offers an experience that combines unspoilt nature, crystal clear waters and breathtaking scenery. Both domestic and foreign tourists will find unique reasons to include this tour in their itinerary: Unparalleled natural beauty: From the panoramic views in Seven Waves to the tranquil waters of Playa Cristal, every stop on this tour is a delight for the senses.

It is an activity in a natural area of Colombia that is recognized as one of the countries with the greatest biodiversity in the world, El Rio Palomino. It is the shortest river in the world that connects a Glacier with the Sea. The ancestral culture that lives in the area is invaluable. The comforts that we provide to travelers from our company are unique. We have the experience to provide an unforgettable activity.

Explore the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Including Tayrona Park, Minca, and both a coffee & a cacao Tour! 4 days of nature, culture, indigenous, beaches, and mountains, unlike anything you’ve experienced before.

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.

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...

7.00 hrs departure from your hotel or meeting point via land to the entrance of the Tayrona Park where after making the entrance protocols we will make a two hour walk along the different beaches of Tayrona Park. Arrecife, Arenilla, the Pool and then we will reach San Juan where you can enjoy the beach and its magnificent landscapes. 15.50 hrs we will take a shared speedboat to Santa Marta and then via land to your hotel. NOTE: Boat transport is shared all the rest of the experience is private.

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.

Enjoy a stress-free transfer from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to your hotel in Palomino. 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.

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.

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.

All inclusive motorcycle tour of Colombia's north coast. Many more tour options available. Come with the longest running / highest rated motorcycle tour company in Northern Colombia!

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.

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 one of the most popular beaches for tourists, so consider one of the best in Colombia; its shade of colors and white sand, load capacity and absence of street vendors make it a unique destination for family rest.