What to do and see in Santa Marta, Magdalena Department: The Best Multi-day Tours

May 19, 2022 Christa Meece

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.
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1. 2 Day Coastal Motorcycle Tour

Cra. 21 #20-36, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia Adrenaline Addicts
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5.0 based on 91 reviews

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

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast

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Reviewed By diederik12345678

Having rented dozens of bikes around the world, this one definitely comes out on top. Good service, friendly people and an honest deal.

2. Lost City Trek 4 days 3 nights from Santa Marta

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A perfect combination between nature, adventure and culture. A tour where you will walk trails of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, with opportunities to swim in the natural pools, contemplate the beautiful sunrises and sunsets and learn about the indigenous culture of the area. A unique experience to visit the sacred city of the Tayrona Indians, a great civilization that inhabited the Sierra Nevada. IMPORTANT: By order of the peasant and indigenous communities, it is an essential requirement to perform the Covid-19 test. In case of not presenting this proof, the traveler will not be able to take the tour

Inclusions: Round trip transportation to Santa Marta., Full meals (from lunch on the first day to lunch on the last day) and fruits and snacks at breaks., Accommodation and sleeping in hammocks and / or beds with mosquito net (mosquito net)., Certified Spanish-speaking guides from the region that will provide you with the best experience., Spanish-English translator., Helpers, carriers and mules for food only., Entry ticket (ICANH)., Contribution to the communities (Indigenous and Peasant)., Medical assistance insurance., Cooks to prepare the group meal., The water supplied during the tour is filtered, you can drink it, or buy bottled water in the camps., Storage of luggage in the office.

Exclusions: Mules service for luggage and / or people., Handicrafts., Bottled water., Alcoholic drinks., Airline tickets., First day breakfast., Last day dinner.

3. The Native Expedition - Sierra Nevada (2 days Discovering Chorrerón waterfall)

Native Expeditions
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This project was started by a group of peasant families who have decided leave aside activities with a negative impact on the environment (like intensive agriculture and livestock) and work in tourism. These families saw that the place what has always been their home is a paradise of landscapes, biodiversity and cultural experiences. And now they want to show this paradise, and everything it offers, to the rest of the world. This trek is outside of others tourist treks saturated with visitors, wildlife full, ancient rainforests, impressive waterfalls, friendly people and stunning views of the mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Of course, to get to the most beautiful places requires great effort, hiking along steep slopes, grass fields, forests and mountains. As such, it is necessary to be in a good physical and mental condition. You will be rewarded at the end of each day, when we will be welcomed, eat and sleep in the peasants houses where we will have a cultural exchange.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch

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Reviewed By Sorendskov

We are a danish couple who wanted to experience the Colombia nature and culture. This trekking tour indeed gave us what we expected and even more. Our trip with Native Expedition was a once in a life time experience! We experienced the most amazing and beautiful nature, the sweetest Colombian families and a tough physical trekking! ???????????? Leo picked us up at our hostel in Santa Marta early morning and together we drove half an hour out of the city with taxa. Here we where meet by three guys and their motorcycles which where going to take us an hour further into the jungle through small roads. The rest you have to experience yourself! ????. Don’t hessitate to book this trip! Next time we will go for the 4-day trekking ☝????????????????.

4. Do it yourself 11 days tour in Colombia (customizable)

Bogota, Colombia YourColombia
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This travel plan is designed for all those travelers looking for a greater autonomy and flexibility compared to a completely organized trip. Would you like to discover a new country, traveling with freedom? With us, THIS IS POSSIBLE! We offer you: the entire structure of the trip that includes accommodation in 3 or 4 stars hotels (depending on your budget) with breakfast included and all transfers (local flights and private land transportation). In addition, the presence of a private guide who will accompany you during your first days in Bogotá and surroundings to allow you to start your adventure in the best way in this magical destination (entrance fees during day 2 and day 3 are included). Are you looking for something special or different? We will be happy to create a tailor-made itinerary for you. We can create a customized tour for you, to accommodate to your availability, needs and desires.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation in Bogotá (2 nights), Accommodation in Salento (2 nights), Accommodation in Medellín (2 nights), Accommodation in Cartagena (2 nights), Accommodation in Santa Marta (2 nights), Lunch on the 2nd day (Guasca), Private transfers from/to all of the airports, Private transfers in Salento (day trip), in Medellín (day trip), in Santa Marta (day trip), Semi-Private transfer: Cartagena – Santa Marta, Tickets: Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá, Gold Museum, Monserrate, Excursions: Guasca and Zipaquirá (Day 2), Bogotá city tour (Day 3), Assistance during your trip – you will never be alone (English, Spanish, Italian)

Exclusions: Flight tickets (National/International), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuity

Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler

Went on this trip with Sergio. The itinerary was great and relaxed. Loved the colourful ceramic town. Excellent guide. Not boring at all.

5. Maldindue Tual Tour Discover La Fortaleza

RIO MOLINO TOURS
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Designed to provide an excellent mountain adventure accompanied by beautiful landscapes and surrounded by the wonderful ancestral cultures that still inhabit the imposing Sierra Nevada, the highest coastal mountain in the world. They will share with a Kogui community, a special community since their knowledge is of reflection before the means they inhabit, they have survived trying to maintain their customs, and they are considered the most peaceful group in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. It is a new, exclusive tour with few visitors on a daily basis, having the legal permission to operate with the Koguis natives. We do community tourism by integrating the inhabitants and helping to combat poverty with daily departures. We present a large part of the Tayrona indigenous ancestral culture

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch

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Reviewed By V2313OUfrankm

The guides and village were excellent! We had so much fun on the journey, went tubing on a clean pristine river and horseback riding too. Breakfast and lunch were provided at home stays. The village was incredible to see and learn. Highlight of our trip thus far!

6. Lost City Trek 4 days - 3 nights

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Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) is the archaeological territory of an ancient Tayrona city located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta whose construction is attributed to the year 800 A.D. many years before Machu Picchu. The Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside formed by a network of tiled roads and small circular squares. Get to Ciudad Perdida is done by climbing some 1200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region, an adventure that begins in the city of Santa Marta and forces you to cross kilometers of mountain between rivers and jungle, an unforgettable experience that will allow you to meet the natives of the area, have an experience amid nature and live an extreme journey between the mountain and the sea.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Contribution to native communities, peasant communities and ICANH , Travel Insurance

Exclusions: Breakfast on the first day., Mules to carry luggage., Services not specified in the plan

Reviewed By ARVCART

We did a hike to beautiful waterfall in Minca. At the waterfall we were able to swim in pristine cold water to cool down. The scenery was spectacular...the hike also included stop along the way at a coffee farm for a coffee discussion and tasting. After the waterfall we stopped at “Jungle Joes” hostel which Included a Cacao tasting and discussion. “Jungle Joes” cook an absolutely delicious gourmet lunch which is as good a meal as we have had in the 1.5years that we have been living in Colombia. Coordinating logistics and planning our excursion was great with this tour company....They were always extremely responsive.

7. Lost City Trek 3 days - 2 nights

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Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) is the archaeological territory of an ancient Tayrona city located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta whose construction is attributed to the year 800 A.D. many years before Machu Picchu. The Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside formed by a network of tiled roads and small circular squares. Get to Ciudad Perdida is done by climbing some 1200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region, an adventure that begins in the city of Santa Marta and forces you to cross kilometers of mountain between rivers and jungle, an unforgettable experience that will allow you to meet the natives of the area, have an experience amid nature and live an extreme journey between the mountain and the sea.

Inclusions: Contribution to native communities, peasant communities and ICANH , Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Travel Insurance

Exclusions: Breakfast on the first day., Mules to carry luggage., Services not specified in the plan

Reviewed By ARVCART

We did a hike to beautiful waterfall in Minca. At the waterfall we were able to swim in pristine cold water to cool down. The scenery was spectacular...the hike also included stop along the way at a coffee farm for a coffee discussion and tasting. After the waterfall we stopped at “Jungle Joes” hostel which Included a Cacao tasting and discussion. “Jungle Joes” cook an absolutely delicious gourmet lunch which is as good a meal as we have had in the 1.5years that we have been living in Colombia. Coordinating logistics and planning our excursion was great with this tour company....They were always extremely responsive.

8. 3 Day Trekking + Waterfall Rappelling to Cerro Kennedy

Minca, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia River Adventure Tours Minca
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The boldest & most adventurous excursion in Minca. Our 3 day trek is ideal for those who do not have much time, are in good physical condition, & want an unforgettable way to discover the magic and panoramic views of this biodiverse mountain range. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the second-highest coastal mountain range in the world & the source of 36 rivers, contains almost every ecosystem on the planet: deserts, alpine lakes, rainforests, wetlands, tundra, & glaciers. The mosaic of habitats & species found here are like nowhere else on Earth. Separated from the Andes mountain chain by plains & deserts, the Sierra Nevada is a self-contained microcosm of diverse ecoregions & lifeforms containing thick, misty jungles, snow capped peaks, rare & unusual species, ancient lost cities, & isolated indigenous people rich with culture and tradition, all of which steep these mountains in myth and intrigue. This journey is full of wildlife, waterfalls, stunning views, and an adrenaline.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Accommodation x 2, Waterfall Rappelling x 2 , Insurance , Sunrise at summit

Exclusions: Preferred Snacks for Hiking

Reviewed By 891abbya

We did waterfall repelling with these guys and it was INCREDIBLE! Such great energy! Would do again!

9. 2 Day Adventure to Cerro Kennedy

Carrera 4ª, Minca, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia River Adventure Tours Minca
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This journey is full of wildlife, flora, stunning views, & adrenaline. Our 2 day trek is ideal for those who do not have much time, & want an unforgettable way to discover the magic and panoramic views of this biodiverse mountain range. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the second-highest coastal mountain range in the world and the source of 36 rivers, contains almost every ecosystem on the planet: deserts, alpine lakes, rainforests, wetlands, tundra, coral reefs, & glaciers. The mosaic of habitats and species found here are like nowhere else on Earth. Separated from the Andes mountain chain by plains & deserts, the Sierra Nevada is a self-contained microcosm of diverse ecoregions & lifeforms containing thick, misty jungles, snow capped peaks, rare and unusual species, ancient lost cities, & isolated indigenous people rich with culture and tradition, all of which steep these mountains in myth and intrigue. Many plant and animal species here are found nowhere else in the world.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Insurance , Private transportation

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Reviewed By 891abbya

We did waterfall repelling with these guys and it was INCREDIBLE! Such great energy! Would do again!

10. 4-Day Walking Tour to Lost City of Sierra Nevada

Ecosierra Perdida Tours
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It is the archaeological territory of an ancient Tayrona city located in the Sierra Nevada whose foundation is attributed to the year 800, many years before Machu Picchu. Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside made up of a network of tiled paths and small circular squares. Access to Ciudad Perdida is made by ascending some 1,200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner

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Reviewed By mariae644

The company is local and invest locally, and i love that, they are starting and give great service to people our tour guide was John Jairo and i highly recommend him

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