5 tours to take in Santa Marta in 2025
Santa Marta is a beautiful city, not only because of its landscapes, but also because the warmth of its people makes any visit more enjoyable. Don’t let this year end without visiting one of Colombia’s most beautiful tourist destinations. In this blog, we will share with you 5 tours to do in Santa Marta in 2024.
Tayrona National Park in Colombia
Tayrona Park is one of the most sought-after destinations at this time of year. Not only will you find beautiful beaches here, but you can also go on short hikes to enjoy the local flora and fauna. Below, we list the most popular destinations among travelers:
1. Cabo San Juan
Cabo San Juan del Guía is one of the best-known beaches in Tayrona Park. The image of its cabin on the rock in the middle of the sea has become a kind of emblem for this tourist destination.
This beach is surrounded by vegetation, and its sand is coarse and golden, creating a beautiful contrast. Camping is permitted on this beach, and there is a restaurant there.
If you would like to take a day trip to this beach, please click here.
2. Playa Cristal
This beach was already voted number one in South America by Tripadvisor users in 2019.
Its water is crystal clear, its sand is white, and it has beautiful coral reefs, making it an ideal place for snorkeling and discovering the beauty of the sea.
The tour to Playa del Muerto or Playa Cristal is perfect for those who enjoy spending time at the beach, relaxing and delighting in the beauty of nature.
This tour is usually done in one day. If you would like to know more, click here.
3. Bahía Concha
It’s simply beautiful! Visiting Concha Bay is the best choice for those who want to be in touch with nature, go snorkeling, and relax to the gentle sound of the waves.
This bay is very easy to access. It is located just 30 minutes from Santa Marta, and to get to the beach, you only need to walk for about 30 minutes. There is also a camping area here, but you can do a day trip instead.
If you would like to take a day trip to Concha Bay, please click here.
Lost City Trek
4. Tour Lost City Trek 4 Days
The Lost City is located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia. To get there, you can choose between a 4-, 5-, or 6-day tour (for the latter, you must confirm availability); however, in this blog, we recommend the Four-Day Lost City Tour, as it is the most sought-after by tourists who want to experience an unforgettable adventure in a place full of lush nature, history, and cultural richness.
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5. Minca
It is the coffee-growing village in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada.
In Minca, you can go hiking, bird watching, see and enjoy waterfalls, visit coffee and cacao plantations, and visit the brewery located there. It is a place that offers many possibilities and enjoys a wonderful climate.
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6. Gotsezhy
Very little is heard about this destination, but it is totally worth it. The tour to Gotsezhy is a hike to a refuge of the Wiwa indigenous community in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. In this tourist experience, you will be able to see more preserved places, come into contact with the fauna and flora of the area, see incredible waterfalls and natural pools, but most importantly, interact with the people who are part of this indigenous community.
We hope you don’t end the year without visiting one of these destinations!
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