Unique things to do in Santa Marta
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Unique things to do in Santa Marta

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Sail and enjoy a stunning sunset
If you are travelling alone, with your couple, with friends or family, you will all enjoy this sunset sailing experience. During the experience you will be able to admire the sunset and enjoy the night lights. We will sail and also stay on anchor. Before disembarking you can see the interior of the cabin, with all it's woodwork that we care. We will send you by message details on the meeting point and time. Please be on-time! Depending on the weather conditions (wind and waves) and the guests (babies, kids, elders) the captain will decide to open sails or motor. All safety measures are in place and we aim this experience to be enjoyed and feel safe for everyone. Please bear in mind that this is a sailing experience and that you might feel dizzy with the movement of the sailboat or nervous about sailing during the night, the strong winds or rainy afternoons. Be confident that we operate under strict safety considerations, but think first about yourself as sailing can be fear challenging. If you are looking for a more professional sailing experience do not hesitate to reach out and we can arrange a private tour. By booking this experience you are supporting the Tayrona Foundation ocean and beach clean-up activities.
Sailing Tayrona with Luis and his team. Unique!
We will meet at 10.30 in the International Navy of Santa Marta, we will board the Artivela, a 56-foot Cooper Mapple Leaf sailboat with capacity for 26 passengers. At 11 am we will leave for our destination Bahia Concha in Tayrona Park or some bay of Tayrona. Sailing to our destination will take approx. 1.5 hours. We will take the time to talk about the curiosities of the park and its surroundings. We will put our poles to go fishing as we pass in front of Taganga Bay and Granate Bay. There we will start the famous Aguja Island Pass, the only island in Tayrona Park, then we will enter Bahia Concha and try to anchor as close to the beach. Our experiencemates can choose between swimming, walking on the beach, snorkeling or just sunbathing on the boat. Approximately 3:45 pm we will start our return to Santa Marta. We will sail (weather permitting) and everyone can participate. We will arrive at the Navy at 5pm. Anyone who wants to stay in the marina coffees can do it. There, you'll be able to meet fascinating people who are navigating the world. Other highlights. My team is unique, Abrahan from Pescaito neighborhood along with ocean-loving Edgar and our Chef. The Park closes from Oct. 19 to Nov 2. At this time, we continue to sail the bays of Santa Marta.
Tayrona by Sea
We will meet at 8:30 am at the International Marina de Santa Marta. From there we will leave on a boat towards the end of Tayrona Park, specifically to Cinto Bay. During this 1.5 hour ocean tour you will be able to see Tayrona Bay from the sea with the Sierra Nevada in the background. Upon arrival in Cinto, we can walk along a paradisiac beach, sunbathe or cartear. We will visit the old mother, a river mouth full of crabs and other animals. At 12 am we will start the tour back and pass through Playa Cristal, very famous for its clear waters, where we will enjoy a delicious lunch by the sea. We will bathe if desired. At 3 pm we will return to the boat to get to know Bahía Concha. We will enjoy the sea and its white sand. At 4.30 am we will embark on our return to Santa Marta International Marina where we can watch the sunset while having some very cold drinks!! Other things to note You can write to us for any questions or concerns. We are happy to assist you. RNT 58090 During the closure of Tayrona Park next to my co-host, Taylor we have an experience to the beaches of Santa Marta, SANTA MARTA FROM the SEA.
Tayrona, Snorkeling & Beaches
We will meet at 9:30 am at the charter station of the International Marina of Santa Marta, where you can take photos with a spectacular landscape in the background and we look forward to all our fellow experiences. At 10 am we will board our boat, the Tranquila, heading to our destination in Tayrona Park. Sailing to our first stop will take 10 min. We will anchor in the Remanso, where we will snorkel for approximately 40 minutes, then we return to the boat to reach our second stop, Granate the best snorkel spot in all of Tayrona Park, where you can see if we are lucky a couple of turtles that live there among other species. We will sail to Concha Bay to relax and enjoy the largest bay in the park. Our co-travelers can choose between swimming, beach walking, snorkeling, or just sunbathing. As we prepare for lunch a delicious lunch based on fresh fish. At 4:30 pm we will start our return to Santa Marta, we will pass through Taganga Bay with very good music to celebrate that you came to spend the day with us.
Santa Marta from the Sea
We will meet at 1030 am in the International Marina de Santa Marta. From there we will leave by boat to Taganga Bay where the culture of a fishing village mixes with tourists. There we will anchor in a place known as the famous snorkeling backwater. Then we will pass through Santa Marta Bay to one of the City's best kept beaches, Santo Cristo. There we will bathe and enjoy the sand slide. Later we will sail to Inca Inca, where we will anchor and have lunch. We will rest afterwards we will go out turtle. We will finally return to the Marina around 5 pm. Experience available DURING TAYRONA PARK CLOSURES February 1st to 15th June 1 - 15 Oct 19 - Nov 2

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Sail and enjoy a stunning sunset
If you are travelling alone, with your couple, with friends or family, you will all enjoy this sunset sailing experience. During the experience you will be able to admire the sunset and enjoy the night lights. We will sail and also stay on anchor. Before disembarking you can see the interior of the cabin, with all it's woodwork that we care. We will send you by message details on the meeting point and time. Please be on-time! Depending on the weather conditions (wind and waves) and the guests (babies, kids, elders) the captain will decide to open sails or motor. All safety measures are in place and we aim this experience to be enjoyed and feel safe for everyone. Please bear in mind that this is a sailing experience and that you might feel dizzy with the movement of the sailboat or nervous about sailing during the night, the strong winds or rainy afternoons. Be confident that we operate under strict safety considerations, but think first about yourself as sailing can be fear challenging. If you are looking for a more professional sailing experience do not hesitate to reach out and we can arrange a private tour. By booking this experience you are supporting the Tayrona Foundation ocean and beach clean-up activities.
Sailing Tayrona with Luis and his team. Unique!
We will meet at 10.30 in the International Navy of Santa Marta, we will board the Artivela, a 56-foot Cooper Mapple Leaf sailboat with capacity for 26 passengers. At 11 am we will leave for our destination Bahia Concha in Tayrona Park or some bay of Tayrona. Sailing to our destination will take approx. 1.5 hours. We will take the time to talk about the curiosities of the park and its surroundings. We will put our poles to go fishing as we pass in front of Taganga Bay and Granate Bay. There we will start the famous Aguja Island Pass, the only island in Tayrona Park, then we will enter Bahia Concha and try to anchor as close to the beach. Our experiencemates can choose between swimming, walking on the beach, snorkeling or just sunbathing on the boat. Approximately 3:45 pm we will start our return to Santa Marta. We will sail (weather permitting) and everyone can participate. We will arrive at the Navy at 5pm. Anyone who wants to stay in the marina coffees can do it. There, you'll be able to meet fascinating people who are navigating the world. Other highlights. My team is unique, Abrahan from Pescaito neighborhood along with ocean-loving Edgar and our Chef. The Park closes from Oct. 19 to Nov 2. At this time, we continue to sail the bays of Santa Marta.
Day Hike to Double Waterfall in Minca
Guests will be picked up in the morning at the agreed time from their Santa Marta (city limits) accommodation (by our driver) and head 45 minutes up a winding road to the mountain town of Minca where you will meet Gabriel or Chris (co-hosts). We will then begin a 1-1.5 hour hike (all levels welcomed) up to a double waterfall where we will be able to swim, have snacks or beverages from the eatery. Later we will head back down to the Minca town and visit a gelateria, bar or even the amazing casa loma hostel. At the hostel we can enjoy a beautiful view of the mountains, city and sea; order a beverage or a vegetarian meal. We will then make our way back to Santa Marta to end the day and for you to enjoy the sunset at your place of choice. Other things to note: -Lunch is not included. Instead, we will provide the best local restaurant options, depending on your taste, and go there. -Please have breakfast or a snack before coming to maximize the trail time. -The tour is customizable and normally runs until 3-4pm but often stay later. We don’t mind and ensure you enjoy! -The color of the water depends on the amount of rain per season (less rain=clear, more rain=dark) -Minca is sometimes cash-only; please keep it in mind.
Food tour Santa Marta
Together with my friends Angelica, Álvaro and my brother Fredy we create a gastronomy experience in Santa Marta the caribbean pearl. You will be together with one of us and you will discover the unique flavors of the Caribbean region of Colombia. Along the experience We will do diferents stops in the historical center of Santa Marta and sample a variety of traditional food and drinks cooking from family-owned businesses. - We will go off by heading to a local market to sample a very traditional dish at a family-owned restaurant. - We will see how a classic dish from the Carribean coast of Colombia is prepared: the arepa de huevo before trying them fresh. - We will dive into Colombian coffee culture and discuss its impact on the country. We will have a professional barrista prepare coffee for us in a unique way; we will smell and taste a cup of high quality organic coffee. - We will walk around the harbor of Santa Marta. Here we will try delicious Caribbean patacones with a special Santa Martan twist! In a single afternoon you will be able to learn more about the Caribbean Colombian culture through its food and history. This experience is accomodating for both vegetarian and vegan preferences. We will eat enough for lunch and dinner so please make sure you come hungry!
Tayrona by Sea
We will meet at 8:30 am at the International Marina de Santa Marta. From there we will leave on a boat towards the end of Tayrona Park, specifically to Cinto Bay. During this 1.5 hour ocean tour you will be able to see Tayrona Bay from the sea with the Sierra Nevada in the background. Upon arrival in Cinto, we can walk along a paradisiac beach, sunbathe or cartear. We will visit the old mother, a river mouth full of crabs and other animals. At 12 am we will start the tour back and pass through Playa Cristal, very famous for its clear waters, where we will enjoy a delicious lunch by the sea. We will bathe if desired. At 3 pm we will return to the boat to get to know Bahía Concha. We will enjoy the sea and its white sand. At 4.30 am we will embark on our return to Santa Marta International Marina where we can watch the sunset while having some very cold drinks!! Other things to note You can write to us for any questions or concerns. We are happy to assist you. RNT 58090 During the closure of Tayrona Park next to my co-host, Taylor we have an experience to the beaches of Santa Marta, SANTA MARTA FROM the SEA.
Tayrona, Snorkeling & Beaches
We will meet at 9:30 am at the charter station of the International Marina of Santa Marta, where you can take photos with a spectacular landscape in the background and we look forward to all our fellow experiences. At 10 am we will board our boat, the Tranquila, heading to our destination in Tayrona Park. Sailing to our first stop will take 10 min. We will anchor in the Remanso, where we will snorkel for approximately 40 minutes, then we return to the boat to reach our second stop, Granate the best snorkel spot in all of Tayrona Park, where you can see if we are lucky a couple of turtles that live there among other species. We will sail to Concha Bay to relax and enjoy the largest bay in the park. Our co-travelers can choose between swimming, beach walking, snorkeling, or just sunbathing. As we prepare for lunch a delicious lunch based on fresh fish. At 4:30 pm we will start our return to Santa Marta, we will pass through Taganga Bay with very good music to celebrate that you came to spend the day with us.
City Bike Tour in the Historic Center
We are going to take a stroll around the historic center at the best time of the day, it is when the sun goes down and the weather is a little cooler. During our tour, we will tell you about the transformation that the city has had in the last few years. We will give you some tips you will need to know while in town such as typical Samaria food, security location, urban slang, historical and tourist information. And more… Places that have a lot of information for us and that you'll visit : Parque Bolivar (Plaza de Armas) Camel de Santa Marta Marina de Santa Marta Parque de los Novios (Pozo Madrid) Cathedral Basilica of Santa Marta Parque San Miguel As a great attraction we will contemplate the beautiful sunset that this beautiful city offers us while we ride the bicycles Don't miss out on this great adventure! If you would like direct contact please do not hesitate to write to us RNT 69878
Hidden Paradise, Santo Cristo
We will enjoy a "hidden paradise" located in an unthinkable place between Santa Marta and Rodadero, we will meet at 8:30 am at a point at Rodadero to take our boat for about 20 minutes approx. towards Santo Cristo, a small bay that has rock formations that create a crystal clear natural pool. We will enjoy the day in complete peace, privacy and tranquility will allow you to read a book, rest, swim or just sunbathe, around noon the lunch will arrive which will be transported from the city. Around 3pm we will be starting our short sailing back to our departure point,. coming back recharged after having enjoyed a paradise away from the busy beaches of the city.
Minca Rio, Coffee and Cacao
•We leave from Sta Mta 9:00 AM by taxi to the entrance of Minca (1hr approx). •Arriving at Minca we will make the presentation of the guide and a brief introduction of what we will do during the tour since the guide that will accompany us will be a local guide of the community. •We will start with a walk along an ecological trail of approximately 2hrs or 2:30hrs, during which we will be able to visit waterfalls, pools and natural landscapes. •We will arrive at a coffee farm where we will learn about the coffee process and its main aspects. - We will finish our walk when we arrive at a house made 100% in bamboo where we will have a gourmet lunch. •Afterward, the guide will give an explanatory talk about cocoa, its process, and its derivatives. Also we will have a talk about biodiversity in Colombia •We finish our tour with a return to the town of Minca where we will board our vehicle to return to the city of Santa Marta where we will arrive between 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm. IT INCLUDES: •Shared taxi transportation (round trip). •Accompanying guide (Spanish - English language). •Food •Health insurance. DOES NOT INCLUDE: •Service not mentioned. NOTE: •This excursion is shared with more people and it is required that the participants have a good physical condition in which they can keep up with the group. •Pick-up route without charge in the hotel zones: Historic Center and Rodadero.
Caminata sensorial para conectar con los cuatro elementos
Rutas diseñadas para experimentar y sentir el palpitar de La Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta a partir de una caminata sensorial donde podrás conectar con los 4 elementos y tener una experiencia sanadora. Iniciaremos la actividad a las 8:00 de la mañana, y la experiencia consiste en: - Recorrer ciertos lugares claves del Río Manzanares; - Conocer una terraza indígena; - Baño caliente con plantas medicinales; - Sesión de exfoliación con arcilla roja; Finalizaremos en una hermosa cascada donde habrá tiempo libre para bañarse y disfrutar este momento de conexión con la naturaleza. Importante: esta experiencia solo se hace con un mínimo de tres personas. Si no se reúne el grupo No podremos hacer la experiencia.
Santa Marta from the Sea
We will meet at 1030 am in the International Marina de Santa Marta. From there we will leave by boat to Taganga Bay where the culture of a fishing village mixes with tourists. There we will anchor in a place known as the famous snorkeling backwater. Then we will pass through Santa Marta Bay to one of the City's best kept beaches, Santo Cristo. There we will bathe and enjoy the sand slide. Later we will sail to Inca Inca, where we will anchor and have lunch. We will rest afterwards we will go out turtle. We will finally return to the Marina around 5 pm. Experience available DURING TAYRONA PARK CLOSURES February 1st to 15th June 1 - 15 Oct 19 - Nov 2
Conoce la historia de Santa Marta mientras caminas
Te invitamos a recorrer Santa Marta y visitar sus lugares más emblemáticos, sus coloridas y coloquiales calles disfrutando de una completa y mágica relajación. Visitaremos la Casa de la Aduana, Museo del Oro, la Catedral, la Alcaldía, Plaza de Bolivar, Camellón, Marina, Parque de los novios, Cementerio San Miguel. El tour comienza con una descripción de los lugares que vamos a visitar para que los turistas se ubiquen en la ciudad de Santa Marta. Esta fue la primera ciudad fundada en Sur America el 29 de julio de 1525, por lo que podemos inferir que es una ciudad con un alto contenido histórico. El recorrido muestra lugares emblemáticos de la ciudad, en donde también se analizará la incidencia de la sociedad que habita en Santa Marta. Y se mostrarán los aspectos sociales, históricos, arquitectónicos, culturales, gastronómicos, económicos y políticos.
Siembra en la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
Experiencia vivencial donde aprenderás los principios básicos de la agricultura orgánica y tendrás la oportunidad de interactuar en una huerta casera en la que aplicaremos diferentes técnicas como preparación de suelos, siembra y fertilización orgánica.
Paso del Mango, Waterfalls, Animal y reserve and Chocolate
Paso del Mango is located in the Sierra Nevada National Park of Santa Marta, crossing the ancient indigenous city of Masinga. In this incredible natural space we will know different types of ecosystems such as Tropical Dry Forest, Cloud Forest, Primary Forest and Secondary Forest. We will carry out three central activities: Trekking to three waterfalls located in the jungle, we will visit a reserve of endangered animals and a successful reforestation program, we will make our own chocolate after learning everything about cacao farming and we will make face masks from the product. We will have lunch at a restaurant in the jungle where the ingredients are local, organic and sustainable. Come and enjoy with us a unique adventure in one of the least explored areas of the region where we will see indigenous people, petroglyphs, diversity of native species of flora and fauna in a small paradise on the mountain.
Best snorkeling in the company of locals
We are located in the Santa Marta International Marina at 8:00am or 2:00pm (we have two departures per day) to board our 18-foot boat for approximately 5 minutes to our first stop at Punta Betín, where we will snorkel, here we will observe different species of colorful fish such as the Angel Reina, parrotfish and hopefully some octopus after a 40-minute session we will go up to the boat to go to our second point the famous Santa Marta morro where we will have another 40-minute caress session observing a great variety of corals, such as brown coral among others. We will climb back to our boat to return to the Marina , where we will chat about marine life, we will take a delicious smoothie or fruit juice of your preference
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