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Now living in Colombia, I spend my time discovering the country's hidden gems and crafting extraordinary itineraries.<\/p>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/p>\n                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                                <a class=\"ppma-author-user_email-profile-data ppma-author-field-meta ppma-author-field-type-email\" aria-label=\"Email\" href=\"mailto:Thomas@tomplanmytrip.com\"  target=\"_self\"><span class=\"dashicons dashicons-email-alt\"><\/span> <\/a><a class=\"ppma-author-user_url-profile-data ppma-author-field-meta ppma-author-field-type-url\" aria-label=\"Website\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/us\/thomas-espeute\/\"  target=\"_self\"><span class=\"dashicons 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                                         \n                                                                                                                    \n                                                            <span class=\"pp-author-boxes-avatar-details\">\n                                                                <span class=\"pp-author-boxes-name multiple-authors-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/author\/th-espeutegmail-com\/\" rel=\"author\" title=\"Thomas Espeute\" class=\"author url fn\">Thomas Espeute<\/a><\/span>                                                                                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                      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data-lasso-id=\"92982\">Ciudad Perdida trek<\/a><\/strong> or an<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/boat-beaches-tayrona-park\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"82985\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92983\"> amazing boat trip.<\/a><\/strong><br><br>This guide will show you how to <strong>fully enjoy<\/strong> your stay in Santa Marta, whether you like hiking, swimming, exploring, or just having a good time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postHeaderInfos has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bba5ee076fd2154acbc09e106aa2fe5f\"><br><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-23c44a2d\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-326e7c7e destHeaderMask light\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" 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I love the rooftop at <strong>La Brisa Loca<\/strong> and the <strong>Serena Tropical Bistro<\/strong>. Fortunately, there are tons of exciting trips to plan around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The amazing <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"92984\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tayrona-colombia-a-massive-and-unforgettable-park-all-secrets-revealed\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1468\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tayrona Park<\/a><\/strong> and its dreamy beaches, as well as the<a data-lasso-id=\"92985\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/sierra-nevada-santa-marta-colombia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"53339\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <strong>Sierra Nevada<\/strong><\/a>, home to indigenous peoples, are just a short distance away. For a great dive with a guide, I head to <strong>Taganga<\/strong>. <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"92986\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/practical-travel-guide-santa-marta\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"7114\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Santa Marta<\/a><\/strong> will be your starting point if you&#8217;re up<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/lost-city-trek-review\/#postWhat\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"82989\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195794\"> for the adventure of the Lost City trek.<\/a><\/strong> Reach out directly <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"92988\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"82312\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">to the best experts in the region<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8b126dfe postAdvice left\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3444d2d0 postAdviceContent\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b823a3af postAdviceContentBloc\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading postAdviceContentTitle\">TOM&#8217;S TIP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postAdviceContentDetails\">Select <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/where-to-stay-santa-marta-colombia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"52634\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92989\">your neighborhood in Santa Marta<\/a><\/strong> according to your interests. Follow our tips to enjoy the wonderful <strong>ecolodges in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/minca\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8820\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92990\">Minca<\/a><\/strong>, and if you&#8217;re an adventure seeker, consider an incredible tour of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/punta-gallinas\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8860\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92991\">La Guajira<\/a><\/strong>, just a three-hour drive from Santa Marta.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-59b9fb5b postAdvicePicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-cc51a96f\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"237\" height=\"313\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-cc51a96f\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"tom-right-1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1.png 237w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-right-1-227x300.png 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>What to do in Santa Marta, Colombia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/street-in-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1.jpg\" alt=\"street in Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/street-in-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/street-in-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/street-in-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Santa Marta is one of the oldest cities in South America, there is not much to see. Half a day is enough to visit it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I like to plan a day at the beach when I am there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are different options. Let\u2019s see which ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>1# Santa Marta Beaches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Santa Marta is a coastal city. Most travelers think they only have to walk a few meters to enjoy the beautiful white-sand beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is not true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The beaches in the town center are polluted (because of the nearby port).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/guide-best-beaches-santa-marta\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6973\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92992\">The first decent beaches<\/a><\/strong> are in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tips from the experts:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go during the week, especially if it\u2019s high season. It will be less crowded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boat trips are hectic during the&nbsp;<strong>windy season<\/strong>&nbsp;(December \u2013 April).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>A \u2013 Go to the Rodadero Beach<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" id=\"attachment_6987\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/El-Rodadero-Santa-Marta.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/El-Rodadero-Santa-Marta.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/El-Rodadero-Santa-Marta-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/El-Rodadero-Santa-Marta-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>El Rodadero is a recent neighborhood with large buildings, long beaches, lots of sun loungers, and street vendors.&nbsp; It is usually very crowded. I\u2019m not fond of it very much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;20 min by cab from the historic center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>B \u2013 Go to Playa Blanca<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32813\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Blanca-Santa-Marta-1.jpg\" alt=\"Playa Blanca Santa MARTA\" class=\"wp-image-32813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Blanca-Santa-Marta-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Blanca-Santa-Marta-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Blanca-Santa-Marta-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rocktomaz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10487\">Rocktomaz<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do not mistake<\/strong>&nbsp;this beach for Playa Blanca in the&nbsp;<strong>Rosario Islands.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This beach is accessible by boat from El Rodadero. Some travelers recommend the agency Taximarino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The environment is pleasant. The beach is located in a bay, between the hills. On the other hand, it is crowded. You don\u2019t go there to be in a quiet environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The excursions usually offer to make a stop at the aquarium and then go to Playa Blanca. There, you will find everything you need to eat, drink, and take shelter from the sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;5 min by boat from El Rodadero. Taximarino boats leave every half hour until 2 pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;4 \u2013 6 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$ $.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>C \u2013 Go to Playa Inca Inca<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32814\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-de-Inca-Inca-Santa-Marta-1.jpg\" alt=\"Playa de Inca Inca Santa Marta (1)\" class=\"wp-image-32814\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-de-Inca-Inca-Santa-Marta-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-de-Inca-Inca-Santa-Marta-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-de-Inca-Inca-Santa-Marta-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/federicouribephoto\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10488\">federicouribephoto<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Inca Inca is a little-known beach in Santa Marta. The place is nice, but the beach is not paradisiacal (stones, pieces of wood).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I advise you to walk there from El Rodadero, you will have a nice view, and the swimming will be more enjoyable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;30 min walk up and down!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;2 \u2013 3 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>D- Stay in Pozos Colorados<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32815\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pozos-Colorados-Santa-Marta-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pozos Colorados\" class=\"wp-image-32815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pozos-Colorados-Santa-Marta-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pozos-Colorados-Santa-Marta-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pozos-Colorados-Santa-Marta-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/neorady\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10489\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Neorady<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located near the airport, Pozos Colorados is similar to El Rodadero but quieter. There are fewer street vendors, and the beach is nicer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider\u2019s tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;There is a good hotel if you want to rest the last night before your flight \u2192&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/casa-de-verano\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10511\" data-lasso-name=\"Casa de Verano\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"41758\">Casa Verano Hotel.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;30 min by cab from the historic center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>E- Go to Bah\u00eda Concha<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bahia-Concha-Santa-Marta-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bahia Concha Santa Marta\" class=\"wp-image-17964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bahia-Concha-Santa-Marta-1-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bahia-Concha-Santa-Marta-1-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Bahia-Concha-Santa-Marta-1-1-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It is a long bay with turquoise water and a lovely sandy beach. At the entrance, you will find some restaurants with music and parasols. If you want to be in a quiet place, walk a few minutes to the right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider\u2019s tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Go early to find the few spaces under the trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;The easiest way is to take a cab to the entrance (50 min) and walk 20 minutes to the beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;The entrance to this beach costs about 5.000 COP.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tour:<\/strong>&nbsp;There are excursions from Rodadero, or you can<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/sailboat-day-trip-santa-marta\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10512\" data-lasso-name=\"Sailboat day trip Santa Marta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"28694\"><strong>go by sailboat<\/strong>.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>F \u2013&nbsp; Go to Playa Cristal<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cristal-Santa-Marta-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Playa Cristal Santa Marta\" class=\"wp-image-17974\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cristal-Santa-Marta-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cristal-Santa-Marta-2-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cristal-Santa-Marta-2-1-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It is one of the most famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-beaches-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"28886\">beaches in Colombia<\/a> and is located in Tayrona National Park. It is only accessible by sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isolated among the dense vegetation of the national park, it is a small and pleasant site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem is that it is too crowded (especially in the high season).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong> There are tours leaving from Santa Marta or Taganga. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/boat-beaches-tayrona-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"82985\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92993\">I recommend this expert.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>G \u2013 my favorite Santa Marta Beach: Playa Cinto<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Playa-Cinto-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg\" alt=\"Playa Cinto in Tayrona Park - Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Playa-Cinto-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Playa-Cinto-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Playa-Cinto-in-Tayrona-Park-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is my favorite beach in Santa Marta. Most locals don\u2019t go there because there are no restaurants or music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So it is quiet. Bliss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some very lovely reefs. Don\u2019t forget to ask the agency to lend you a mask and snorkel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong> There are tours leaving from Santa Marta or Taganga. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/boat-beaches-tayrona-park\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"82985\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92994\">I recommend this expert.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=42]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>H \u2013 Go to Cabo San Juan<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_19097\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cabo-San-Juan-beach-Tayrona-2.jpg\" alt=\"Playa Cabo San Juan beach Tayrona\" class=\"wp-image-19097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cabo-San-Juan-beach-Tayrona-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cabo-San-Juan-beach-Tayrona-2-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Playa-Cabo-San-Juan-beach-Tayrona-2-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Playa Cabo San Juan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s the most beautiful beach in Tayrona Park. Typically, travelers enter through the main park entrance, El Zaino, and sleep one night at Cabo San Juan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t\/don&#8217;t want to walk, there are boat trips from Taganga. I\u2019m not too fond of this option, as you will be in Cabo San Juan at its busiest time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider\u2019s tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Sleeping 2 nights in Tayrona National Park is better<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there: <\/strong>1h15 by boat from Taganga<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 9h30 AM \u2013 4 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $$.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>I \u2013 Go to Playa Grande<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32817\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Grande-Taganga-1.jpg\" alt=\"Playa Grande Taganga (1)\" class=\"wp-image-32817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Grande-Taganga-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Grande-Taganga-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Playa-Grande-Taganga-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/emilyengberg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10490\">Emilyengberg<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the beach of Taganga. It is similar to Playa Blanca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are lots of people and little space to put the towels because of the restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, I wouldn\u2019t say I like it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Taxi to Taganga (15 min) + 15 min walking from the village.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;Half-day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Museums and colonial houses to visit in Santa Marta<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32820\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Casa-de-Quinta-San-Pedro-1.jpg\" alt=\"Casa de Quinta San Pedro (1)\" class=\"wp-image-32820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Casa-de-Quinta-San-Pedro-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Casa-de-Quinta-San-Pedro-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Casa-de-Quinta-San-Pedro-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/watchworld_photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10491\">watchworld_photography<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On a cultural level, there are few places to visit in Santa Marta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with a visit to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/proyectos.banrepcultural.org\/museo-del-oro-tairona\/es\/english\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195795\">Tairona gold museum<\/a>\u00a0(free; closed on Mondays). This colonial building brings together 4 mini-exhibitions on the Caribbean region. You will discover the history and indigenous culture in the Magdalena and the Sierra Nevada. And a chronology on the famous Simon Bolivar, the liberator of 6 nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have the history in mind, take a cab to visit the house where Bolivar spent his last days. This impressive hacienda is called\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.museobolivariano.org.co\/horariosytarifas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195796\">La Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino<\/a>\u00a0($; daily).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>3# Where to party in Santa Marta<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32821\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Rooftop-Brisa-Loca-1.jpg\" alt=\"Rooftop Brisa Loca\" class=\"wp-image-32821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Rooftop-Brisa-Loca-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Rooftop-Brisa-Loca-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Rooftop-Brisa-Loca-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/laterraza_lbl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10494\">La Terraza<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Santa Marta\u2019s nightlife is great on weekends. Head to Rodadero if you want to party in the big Colombian nightclubs or stay in downtown Santa Marta (near Parque de Los Novios) for a bar crawl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Going out in the city&#8217;s historic center:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crab\u2019s Bar:<\/strong>&nbsp;The best place for Rock and Blues music in Santa Marta. | 6.000 COP for a national beer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>La Puerta:<\/strong>&nbsp;Nightclub with a mix of locals and foreigners. Salsa music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>La Azotea:<\/strong>&nbsp;Nightclub with a rooftop | Crossover music. Good cocktails. Higher prices : Entrance: 10.000 COP.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>La Bodeguita Pirata<\/strong>: A small bar with a friendly staff. Good cocktails. | Reasonable prices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Festival shots:<\/strong>&nbsp;A great variety of \u201cshots\u201d for a fun and intoxicating night out at reasonable prices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brisa Loca:<\/strong>&nbsp;This hostel organizes rooftop parties every weekend. It is a great place to dance and spend an unforgettable night in Santa Marta. Caribbean music. Standard prices : Entrance: 10.000 COP after 11 pm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>4# Diving in Santa Marta, Colombia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32822\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Diving-Taganga-1.jpg\" alt=\"Diving Taganga\" class=\"wp-image-32822\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Diving-Taganga-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Diving-Taganga-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Diving-Taganga-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/COxo-L5Bsvv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10495\">Poseidon Dive Center<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Taganga is a tiny fishing village located between Santa Marta and Tayrona National Park. Due to mass tourism, this once peaceful place has become a bit dangerous at night (drug and security issues).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am not a big fan of the vibe at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, I stayed there for over a week during my first&nbsp;<strong>trip to Colombia.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of very inexpensive dive centers in Santa Marta and Taganga. They organize excursions in the Tayrona\u2019s reserve to observe colorful reefs and marine life. You can\u2019t go when the park is closed (you will go somewhere else).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Company<\/strong>\u00a0(in Taganga):\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/poseidondivecenter.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195797\">Poseidon Dive Center<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;Half-day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$$.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>Day trips from Santa Marta, Colombia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is not much to do in Santa Marta itself. However, there are plenty of things to do outside the city. Here are 7-day trip ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>5# Discover Minca in 1 day from Santa Marta<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/View-of-the-sierra-Nevada-Minca-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"View of the sierra Nevada Minca (2) (1)\" class=\"wp-image-18221\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/View-of-the-sierra-Nevada-Minca-2-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/View-of-the-sierra-Nevada-Minca-2-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/View-of-the-sierra-Nevada-Minca-2-1-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-to-colombia\/destinations-in-colombia\/caribbean-east\/minca\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8820\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92995\">Minca<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is a hidden village in the <strong>Sierra Nevada<\/strong>. Numerous eco-lodges have been built in the surrounding area. Most of them offer a spectacular view of the mountains and the sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have much time, Joe<a data-lasso-id=\"10513\" data-lasso-name=\"Minca Group tour\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/minca-group-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29237\">\u00a0<strong>offers a tour<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0that will give you a good overview of the area: a walk in the Sierra, waterfalls, a coffee tour, an explanation about cocoa, and a homemade lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tour starts in Minca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;30 min by cab or bus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration of tour<\/strong>: 9h30 \u2013 17h00<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tour:<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/minca-group-tour\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10514\" data-lasso-name=\"Minca Group tour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29237\">Book now<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>6# The Reserve Taironaka<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Taironaka-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-arial-view-drone-1.jpg\" alt=\"Taironaka Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta arial view drone (1)\" class=\"wp-image-89722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Taironaka-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-arial-view-drone-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Taironaka-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-arial-view-drone-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Taironaka-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-arial-view-drone-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.taironaka.com\/#\" data-lasso-id=\"10497\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taironaka<\/a>&nbsp;is a nature reserve where terraces dating back to the Tairona era have been found. The region has restored them so travelers can take a step back in time. You will also have access to the museum that gathers more than 300 objects related to the Tairona culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, the reserve offers different types of activities, such as tubing or ecological hikes. It\u2019s a fun and unusual thing to do in Santa Marta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not hesitate to sleep on-site if you want to take your time. Different rooms are available at an affordable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Bus to Don Diego River (1h30) + 10 min by boat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;All-day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>7# Spend the day on a sailboat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"670\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/c5.jpg\" alt=\"Sailboat Santa Marta Bahia Concha\" class=\"wp-image-28700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/c5.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/c5-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Do you remember Bah\u00eda Concha (see beaches section)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For even more fun, you can go by sailboat. Luis&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/sailboat-day-trip-santa-marta\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10515\" data-lasso-name=\"Sailboat day trip Santa Marta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"28694\">organizes departures<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;from Santa Marta. It is a pleasant experience that allows you to discover sailing life on a boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you arrive at Bahia Concha (1.5 hours), Luis will serve you a delicious lunch with fresh fish. Then, enjoy the beach before returning to Santa Marta in the late afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a chill activity to do in Santa Marta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please note:<\/strong>&nbsp;Tayrona Park is closed 3 times a year. In these cases, you will go somewhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;La Marina de Santa Marta, near the historic city center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;11 AM \u2013 6 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tour:<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/sailboat-day-trip-santa-marta\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10516\" data-lasso-name=\"Sailboat day trip Santa Marta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"28694\">Book now<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>8# Cocoa experience in Santa Marta<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cacao-in-Minca-Colombia-East-Caribbean-coast.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cacao-in-Minca-Colombia-East-Caribbean-coast.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cacao-in-Minca-Colombia-East-Caribbean-coast-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cacao-in-Minca-Colombia-East-Caribbean-coast-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone talks about Colombian coffee. But did you know that cacao is also an essential product for the country?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few kilometers from Buritaca (1h15) is a cacao plantation. You will learn how these famous seeds of intense flavor are cultivated and transformed into cacao.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This experience combines a tubing excursion or a visit to the Taironaka reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Tour from Santa Marta.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;6am \u2013 5pm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$$.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Agency:<\/strong>&nbsp;Magic Tour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>9# Tubing <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tubing in Taironaka - Palomino - Eastern Caribbean Coast - Tom Adrien\" class=\"wp-image-81502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Tubing-in-Palomino-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Tom-Adrien-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I love tubing. It consists of going down a river on a giant inner tube. It is a quiet and effortless activity to do in Santa Marta. You have to let yourself go with the stream and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Sierra Nevada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 3 rivers where you can go tubing:&nbsp;<strong>Buritaca<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>San Diego<\/strong>, or&nbsp;<strong>Palomino<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can rent a buoy on your own or choose the Magic Tour from Santa Marta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there<\/strong>: Take a bus to Riohacha and stop at the river of your choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: All-day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong>: $<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>10# Birdwatching in the Sierra Nevada<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"820\" height=\"312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Birdwatching-Minca.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Birdwatching-Minca.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Birdwatching-Minca-300x114.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Birdwatching-Minca-768x292.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You cannot go birdwatching in Santa Marta. However, the Sierra Nevada is right next door. The diversity of its fauna and flora is incredible. For example, it has almost\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/avibase.bsc-eoc.org\/checklist.jsp?region=CO0015&amp;list=howardmoore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"195798\">7% of the world\u2019s bird species.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to do this activity from Santa Marta, you\u2019d better set your alarm clock. You will have the best opportunity to observe them at dawn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Magic Tour offers a 3-hour visit with a guide, transportation, breakfast, and binoculars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Departure from Santa Marta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;5 AM \u2013 10 AM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>11# Discover los pueblos palafitos<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Still-Villajes-Pueblos-Palafitos-Buenavista-in-Cienaga-Grande-1.jpg\" alt=\"Still Villajes Pueblos Palafitos Buenavista in Cienaga Grande\" class=\"wp-image-82038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Still-Villajes-Pueblos-Palafitos-Buenavista-in-Cienaga-Grande-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Still-Villajes-Pueblos-Palafitos-Buenavista-in-Cienaga-Grande-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Still-Villajes-Pueblos-Palafitos-Buenavista-in-Cienaga-Grande-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nueva Venecia<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Buenavista<\/strong>&nbsp;are surprising towns. The colorful wooden houses are built on pilotis in the middle of the&nbsp;<strong>Ci\u00e9naga Grande de Santa Marta.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The boat is the only means of transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is an isolated place and quite tricky to reach from Santa Marta.&nbsp;<strong>Magic Tour<\/strong>&nbsp;offers a one-day excursion, but at least four travelers are necessary to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This experience allows you to discover the landscape of La Ci\u00e9naga and meet people who live in a very different way from what we are used to seeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you feel adventurous, you can try to go on your own and sleep in Nueva Venecia. However, it is better if you are 2 people to split the transportation costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Departure from Santa Marta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;5h30 AM \u2013 3 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$$$<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>Multi-day trips from Santa Marta, Colombia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You already know the activities you can easily do in Santa Marta. But it would be a shame not to explore the other places on the&nbsp;east coast of the Caribbean.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s look at the hikes and other expeditions not to be missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>12# The Ciudad Perdida Trek<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast_1\" class=\"wp-image-82258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most famous hike in Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For four or five days, you will trek with your guide through the Sierra Nevada to the famous terraces of the Lost City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/lost-city-trek-review\/#postWhat\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"82989\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92996\">The Lost City Trek is well-organized<\/a><\/strong> and is a good option for travelers who want to discover the joys (and tears) of multi-day tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I did the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/lost-city-trek-4d\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"82266\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92997\">Ciudad Perdida trek in four days with a local expert.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Departure from Santa Marta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;4 or 5 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$$<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=41]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>13# Plan a trip to the La Guajira Desert<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dunas-de-Taroa-Punta-Gallinas-La-Guajira-Desert-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-82863\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dunas-de-Taroa-Punta-Gallinas-La-Guajira-Desert-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dunas-de-Taroa-Punta-Gallinas-La-Guajira-Desert-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dunas-de-Taroa-Punta-Gallinas-La-Guajira-Desert-Colombia-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-Aleja-3-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone talks about the\u00a0<strong>Tatacoa Desert<\/strong>. The truth is that I like the Guajira desert better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aboard a jeep, you will cross arid expanses to discover lunar landscapes composed of cacti, dunes, and mangroves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many agencies, and some are far from excellent.&nbsp;<strong>Our favorite expert<\/strong>&nbsp;is based in&nbsp;<strong>Riohacha<\/strong>. You can decide to go by bus (3h) or ask them to organize private transport from Santa Marta (departure around 4 am).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>They offer different plans:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Classic tour:<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/la-guajira-desert\/cabo-de-la-vela-punta-gallinas-3d\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"78101\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92998\">3 days, with Cabo de la Vela and Punta Gallinas.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Macuira tour:<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/la-guajira-desert\/cabo-de-la-vela-punta-gallinas-macuira-park-4d\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"78289\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"92999\">4 days. It is a hidden national park in Guajira.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the top recommendations for<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/la-guajira-desert\/#postWhat\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"83819\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93000\"> planning your tour of the La Guajira desert.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Departure from Santa Marta or Riohacha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;3 or 4 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$$<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activity_card id=2]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>14# Visit Tayrona National Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/trail-to-Playa-brava-calabazo-Tayrona-1.jpg\" alt=\"trail to Playa brava calabazo Tayrona\" class=\"wp-image-19095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/trail-to-Playa-brava-calabazo-Tayrona-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/trail-to-Playa-brava-calabazo-Tayrona-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/trail-to-Playa-brava-calabazo-Tayrona-1-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tayrona-colombia-a-massive-and-unforgettable-park-all-secrets-revealed\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1468\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10504\">Tayrona Park <\/a><\/strong>is located in the Sierra Nevada. It is a relatively easy destination to visit. The few trails in the park lead to the different beautiful beaches, and you can reserve your hammock or tent in several places. The landscapes are beautiful, and it is enjoyable to jump into the sea after a hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes<strong>, you can sleep inside the park<\/strong>. It would be a shame not to take advantage of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I always recommend travelers to&nbsp;<strong>stay 3 days<\/strong>, making the loop&nbsp;from <strong>Calabazo \u2013 Punta Brava \u2013 Cabo San Juan \u2013 El Zaino.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;Swimming is not allowed on all beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider\u2019s tip:&nbsp;<\/strong>Instead of staying in Santa Marta,<strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/top-luxury-hotels-tayrona-park-colombia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"86758\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93001\">book a hotel near Tayrona<\/a>. <\/strong>The area is fantastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Bus from Santa Marta (1 hour)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;1, 2, or 3 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>15# Explore Colombia&#8217;s Caribbean Coast by motorcycle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32826\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Colombia-riders-1.jpg\" alt=\"Colombia riders\" class=\"wp-image-32826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Colombia-riders-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Colombia-riders-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Colombia-riders-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: Colombian riders<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Colombian Riders<\/strong>&nbsp;are motorcycle lovers. Their excursions allow you to visit places difficult to access, with qualified guides and motorcycles in excellent condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is up to you whether you prefer to venture into the Sierra Nevada or head to the Guajira desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their plans are adapted to your level of<strong>&nbsp;experience<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>physical condition.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong>&nbsp;Departure from Santa Marta (1 hour)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;1 \u2013 7 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Website:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/colombianriders.com\/#\" data-lasso-id=\"10505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&nbsp;Colombian Riders<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>16# Relax on a paradisiacal beach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_29377\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/171538756.jpg\" alt=\"Cayena Beach Villa\" class=\"wp-image-29377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/171538756.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/171538756-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/171538756-768x421.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/cayena-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"10506\" data-lasso-name=\"Cayena Beach\" data-lasso-lid=\"29366\">Cayena Beach Villa<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Between Tayrona and Buritaca, there are beautiful ecolodges built along the beach. It is one of the best places to spend 1 or 2 nights with your toes in the sand under the palm trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 3 areas that I like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2192<strong>&nbsp;Playa Los Naranjos.<\/strong>&nbsp;It is the closest beach to the entrance of Tayrona Park. You will find amazing hotels with quality service and delicious meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/senda-casa-tayrona\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10519\" data-lasso-name=\"Senda Casa Tayrona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29365\">Senda Casa Tayrona<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/casa-bambu-tayrona\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10520\" data-lasso-name=\"Casa Bambu Tayrona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29363\">Casa Bambu Tayrona<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/maloka-barlovento-fr\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10521\" data-lasso-name=\"Maloka Barlovento\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"28704\">Caba\u00f1a Barlovento<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2192<strong>&nbsp;Playa Guachaca.<\/strong>&nbsp;You will find more affordable hotels with some restaurants. If you go there, you can take some surfing lessons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/costeno-beach\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10522\" data-lasso-name=\"Coste\u00f1o Beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29465\">Coste\u00f1o Beach&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/blue-mango-beach\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10523\" data-lasso-name=\"Blue Mango Beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29466\"><strong>Blue Mango<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/playa-pikua-ecolodge-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"118232\" data-lasso-name=\"Playa Pikua Ecolodge\" data-lasso-lid=\"61747\"><strong>Playa Pikua<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/cayena-beach\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10525\" data-lasso-name=\"Cayena Beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29366\">Cayena Beach hotel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2192 Playa Buritaca.&nbsp;<\/strong>The same atmosphere as Guachaca, with different types of accommodations. It is a good option if you plan to go to Palomino to spend the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/viajero-tayrona-hostel\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10526\" data-lasso-name=\"Viajero Tayrona Hostel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29468\">El Viajero hostel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/la-mar-de-bien-2\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10527\" data-lasso-name=\"La Mar de Bien\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29463\">La mar de bien<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/gitana-del-mar\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10528\" data-lasso-name=\"Gitana del Mar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"30391\">Gitana del mar<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>17# Watch the Sunrise from Cerro Kennedy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_18223\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cerro-Kennedy-Sierra-Nevada-Minca-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cerro Kennedy Sierra Nevada Minca\" class=\"wp-image-18223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cerro-Kennedy-Sierra-Nevada-Minca-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cerro-Kennedy-Sierra-Nevada-Minca-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Cerro-Kennedy-Sierra-Nevada-Minca-1-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cerro Kennedy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cerro Kennedy<\/strong>\u00a0is a little-known hike that allows hikers to enjoy a splendid sunrise and a panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is an activity that can be done<strong>&nbsp;in 2 days<\/strong>, starting from&nbsp;<strong>Minca<\/strong>. Sleep in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/recommends\/casas-viejas\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10529\" data-lasso-name=\"Casas Viejas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-lid=\"29239\">Casas Viejas<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;and start early the next day. Part of the route can be done by motorcycle to save time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At night, sleep at the hotel\u00a0<strong>El Ramo<\/strong>. You will see the sign on the road. Count on 4 \u2013 6 hours of hiking before arriving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next day, leave at 4 a.m. to reach Cerro Kennedy before sunrise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong>&nbsp;2 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tour:<\/strong>&nbsp;The trail is easy to follow but a bit complicated to organize from Santa Marta.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>18# Bird watching in El Dorado<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\" id=\"attachment_32828\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/El-Dorado-Reserve-1.jpg\" alt=\"El Dorado Reserve (1)\" class=\"wp-image-32828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/El-Dorado-Reserve-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/El-Dorado-Reserve-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/El-Dorado-Reserve-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: El Dorado<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Above Minca, a famous bird reserve called \u201cCuchilla de San Lorenzo,\u201d travelers can stay at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/proaves.org\/en\/\" data-lasso-id=\"10507\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Dorado<\/a>. A true paradise for professional ornithologists and beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to get there:<\/strong> It takes about 3 hours to get there by private transport from<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/best-hotels-santa-marta-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"25701\"><strong> your hotel in Santa Marta<\/strong><\/a>. The road can be in bad condition due to heavy rains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong>&nbsp;$$$$<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>19# Indigenous communities: an enriching cultural experience<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/HD-Aruhaco-experience-indigenous.jpg\" alt=\"HD-Aruhaco-experience-indigenous\" class=\"wp-image-53397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/HD-Aruhaco-experience-indigenous.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/HD-Aruhaco-experience-indigenous-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/HD-Aruhaco-experience-indigenous-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Currently, there are&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.survivalinternational.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"93002\">4 indigenous communities<\/a>&nbsp;descended from the Tairona. They are the Koguis, the Arhuacos, the Wiwas, and the Kankuamos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are about 30,000 of them grouped in different villages of the Sierra Nevada. Some of these communities welcome travelers to visit them (and even spend the night).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a great way to immerse yourself in their culture and learn from their wisdom about nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"50-o%C3%B9-s%C3%A9journer-%C3%A0-carthag%C3%A8ne-colombie-\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>Best events in Santa Marta<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the time of year you&#8217;ll visit Santa Marta, there may be notable events in the city or its surroundings. Discover it in this section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>20# Festival Nacional del Caim\u00e1n Cienaguero<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Located only 1 hour south of Santa Marta, the town of Ci\u00e9naga has organized this festival every year in <strong>January<\/strong> since the mid-20th century. The legend says that one of the daughters of a village family was eaten by a Caiman after having slipped into the Ci\u00e9naga while washing her feet. The girl would have never been found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For its part, the caiman was killed and then brought back to the girl&#8217;s family home surrounded by two rows of dancers. Since then, the <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elinformador.com.co\/index.php\/sociales\/54-entretenimiento\/222481-festival-nacional-del-caiman-cienaguero-muestra-del-folclor-caribeno\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.elinformador.com.co\/index.php\/sociales\/54-entretenimiento\/222481-festival-nacional-del-caiman-cienaguero-muestra-del-folclor-caribeno\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"10509\">Festival Nacional del Caim\u00e1n<\/a> has been organized. Parades and parties take place all over the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>21# El festival Jaguar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This event takes place at the beginning of<strong> January <\/strong>in the village of Palomino, located 2 hours east of Santa Marta. El Festival Jaguar aims to raise awareness of sustainable, environmental, and social development through musical and sensory experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>El Jaguar was also created as a tool for peace in this conflict zone by allowing Caribbean and Colombian artists to express themselves and have visibility on an international scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>22# Fiestas del Mar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a data-lasso-id=\"10510\" href=\"https:\/\/www.calendariodecolombia.com\/fiestas-nacionales\/fiestas-del-mar-en-santa-marta\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.calendariodecolombia.com\/fiestas-nacionales\/fiestas-del-mar-en-santa-marta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fiestas del Mar <\/a>take place annually at the end of July in Santa Marta. It was created to commemorate the anniversary of the founding of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This festival is mainly centered on the practice of water sports while keeping a festive, musical, and dancing atmosphere in the whole city.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-e981b3d9 destSection destExperience\" id=\"destExperience\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d33681867ecb085343a877753197eceb\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Favorite tours in Santa Marta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center destIntro has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a27ef37df385838efadaa1d9a5739c7d\">Directly contact the best local agencies for this destination<\/p>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activities_carousel city=25]<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6523c558 destMore\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc9fc63f destMoreContainer\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bce46af destMoreIllu\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-4d0e9ffd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"591\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-4d0e9ffd\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"tom-adrien-1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1.png 747w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tom-adrien-1-300x237.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-cd3650fe\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading destMoreTitle has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19d9e8387353123fe2493a1f80826ce3\">Looking for more activities? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"destMoreInfos has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25e95048211a5240b3a0ee8e64a4fb2d\">We personally select and test the best tours in Colombia\u2014to help you make the right choices.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-98ff1c2c gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/\" data-lasso-id=\"93003\">See all tours<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-ddbeb640 destSection destReviews\" id=\"destReview\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-61de140b destSectionContainer\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle\">Traveler Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-95105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"French couple who traveled to Colombia with Tomplanmytrip | Review\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Hagp-BVnn2g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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No more superficial, exhausting trips.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-2d6ed183 gb-button-text destCta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/travel-services\/tailor-made-trip-colombia\/\" data-lasso-id=\"195770\">Explore Colombia with us<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-025a1659 destSection postArticles\" id=\"destPopular\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle\">Our articles about Santa Marta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-f4f59e61 destPopular gb-query-loop-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-8f6d9b2e gb-query-loop-item post-53339 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-santa-marta category-colombia-destinations category-eastern-caribbean-coast tag-national-parks-colombia tag-sierra-nevada-de-santa-marta-en tag-things-to-do-in-santa-marta\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8f6d9b2e destPopularItem newTab\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Indigenous-Arhuaco-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-.jpg);\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-35d33604 postArticlesTitle gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/sierra-nevada-santa-marta-colombia\/\">Explore La Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta [Travel Guide]<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-13118a3f postArticlesLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/sierra-nevada-santa-marta-colombia\/\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 16.5 21\" height=\"21\" width=\"16.5\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">   <g transform=\"translate(-205 -90.5)\" data-name=\"Groupe 520\" id=\"Groupe_520\">     <path stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke=\"#fff\" fill=\"none\" transform=\"translate(201.25 89)\" 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