Location: Santa Marta
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Things to do in Santa Marta, Magdalena Department: The Best Coffee & Tea Tours
The oldest city in Colombia, romantic Santa Marta is fringed by beautiful beaches and the stunning mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta range. Ancient ruins take cover in the lush mangrove forests of Tayrona National Park, the perfect spot for a day hike. Snorkel along vibrant reefs, then make your way to a café for a multicultural meal that incorporates the flavors of Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe. When the sun goes down, the nightlife kicks up its heels in the bars and discos of the Parque de Los Novios.
Restaurants in Santa Marta
1. Nicks 1892 Coffee farm & Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
I recently moved to Santa Marta with my wife where we can enjoy the beautiful Sierra Nevada and what it has to offer. Going up the sierra nevada to minca to this antique coffee farm in the middle of the jungle is an amazing experience as well as visiting the local beer brewery at the farm whose secret is the water from the Sierra Mountain. LOCALS DO IT BETTER
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 247duanec
What an amazing trip. The crew was so much fun and informative. Luis and Jason spoke excellent English which made the trip so much easier. The beaches and landscaping are incredible. Lunch was cooked right on the boat so it doesn’t get any more fresh than that. I enjoyed the trip so much and had to take another trip 2 days later and will be taking another trip next week. This boat and crew is a “must do” while in Santa Marta
2. Private Day Trip to Minca - Organic Coffee Farm Tour and Waterfalls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Come with us to Finca La Victoria, a coffee farm located between 600 and 800 meters above the level sea, up in the mountain, you will find this self-sustainable 127 years old coffee farm, where you will get to know first hand how coffee is picked, selected, treated and packed. And what makes this even more fascinating is that still use the same machines they imported more than 100 years ago. Would you like to know how the managed to transport those huge machines through that hard and unpaved road? We bet you'd be more than glad to. After visiting Finca La Victoria and eating lunch, our next stop is Marinka waterfalls. Here you will relax, swim and enjoy the rest of the day. These are the most famous waterfalls in Minca and the most recommended one.
Inclusions: One bottled water per person, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Coffee farm entrance and guided tour in English or Spanish, Marinka Waterfalls admission fee, 4x4 SUV (if you selected the correct option), Private bilingual guide (English or Spanish)
Exclusions: Food (breakfast, lunch and/or dinner)
Reviewed By 1121laurac
We used Bukap Travels twice during our visit to Santa Marta and would highly recommend them to others. Diva guided us through Tayrona, we were impressed with her knowledge of the area and she kept a good pace for us to follow. If you go on the Tayrona your, bring small bills or change so you can purchase popsicles along the way. Juan Carlos drove us to our hotel and Cartagena which allowed us to learn more about the area and unwind. We enjoyed the embedded history lessons throughout the drive. During our travels, some areas were blocked off and Juan Carlos handled everything seamlessly. We made it to our destination safely and on time.
3. Tour E-Bike Minca
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Enjoy a one day tour in the "Sierra nevada" from the ecological village of Minca. Discover the natural waterfall of Marinka, after appreciating the landscapes of the tropical forest arrives to the coffee farm "La victoria" where you will be explained the entire coffee process. Visit "Pozo Azul", the second waterfall of the day where a bath will refresh you before enjoying the excellent roast beef in the restaurant "El camarita", all on an electric bicycle for climb easier. Join us and feel the journey!!
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By paulgA390FI
This is a great adventure. Santa Marta is a nice place and Walter take us to one of the most beautiful beaches over there. They will take care of you from the beginning to the end: breakfast with "arepa de huevo" is a unique taste of the local cuisine, and then liunch at the beach "fried fish" awesome, if you love beaches and outdoor is a tour you MUST take while in Santa Marta and Walter and his team is the place to go, you wont be wrong. They have several tours in the area you should explore, as a bile rider myself I cant tell you the bikes and equipment were top and the guidence couldnt be better, This is a nice tour for both unexperinced and bike riders alike, my girlfriend is in the "clumpsy" side and Water was taking care of her during the whole tour. If I can give them 6 stars i will.
4. Discover Minca
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
The tour is a route around the town of Minca, the departure is at about 9.00, once in Minca you will take a walk of about 45 minutes to reach Pozo Azul (on holidays you will reach another area of the river with waterfall to avoid overcrowded areas of tourists) here we will stop for about an hour with the possibility of taking a bath. Another 45 minute walk to reach the finca where you will have the typical lunch with a panoramic view of Santa Marta. Another 45-minute walk to reach the organic coffee crops where the various processing procedures will be explained and a test of the finished product will be offered. Finally we will reach the cultivation of organic cocoa and also here we will provide information on the manufacturing process and a taste. Return to the hotel around 18.00
Inclusions: Lunch
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Reviewed By G6196YXmarcoz
No words can describe such beauty, but I have to type 100 characters, so... Pristine beaches, beautiful landscapes, and everything you can tell from the attached images
5. Coffee Tour La Victoria
It is a PRIVATE TOUR, so it is up to you how much time we spend on each place. You'll get it personalized! We have good timing to avoid the crowds, so you can enjoy all the places.
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, Snacks, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By RandyV163
We only had 3 days to spend in Santa Marta. We booked 2 trips with Iguanas Tours. The first one was a hike in Tayrona park the other was in Minca (coffee tour and 2 waterfalls) . For both trips the service was great, Martin picked us up at the hotel. He has a lot of knowledge about the flora and fauna in Colombia as well as the culture. Snack and lunch is always provided. Fresh fruit and lunch in a local restaurant. It's always an option to adapt the trip to your personal needs. He also takes pictures during the trip so you can have the nice memories. The tours were great. The view's amazing and Martin is a really chilled out guy. When back in Santa Marta we will definetely do more tours.
6. 13 Day Intrepid Colombia Passage – Medellin To Cartagena
These 13 amazing days on our Colombia Passage tour will fill you with an abundance of enjoyment and experiences to be shared for the rest of your life. You’ll experience the true Medellín where you will climb to the top of a giant rock with unbelievable views, unlike anything else in the world. Learn how to grow and brew the perfect coffee, visit heritage-listed pueblos (small towns) and enjoy a food tour of the local flavors. In Cartagena, you’ll discover the coastal Caribbean life in the crystal clear waters of the Rosario Islands as well as an approach to relaxation at the mud volcanoes. In Santa Marta, you’ll visit an indigenous village, and have the opportunity to go tubing down the famous Palmonio River into the Caribbean Sea. Explore Minca, it's cocoa plantation, and hidden waterfalls before enjoying the tropical waters and sandy beaches of Cabo San Juan in Tayrona Park.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Entrance Fees, Private transportation
Exclusions: Experiences and Transportation not mentioned in the plan, Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan, Personal expenses and tips
Reviewed By patriciafO3202MP
The best part of the trip was our Tour Guide Erika. She make all the stops possible and make sure we felt comfortable and happy with our tour. The places er visit where beautiful and we knew the full history behind it in our own language. The day was amazing and Medellin is beautiful.. 100% rating for bnb Colombia tours for their prices and for having such of great tour guide. Patricia
