11. One amazing day in a private recent sailing boat in the Tayrona Park. The best sail trip from Santa Marta!
4.9· 63 reviews· 7.5 hoursWelcome aboard the Beneteau Oceanis 41! A beautiful, spacious, reliable and recent sailboat you can privatize with your friends or your family (until 6 people). Enjoying the bays of the Tayrona Park from the sea is something really unique. You may swim, snorkel, jump from the boat, paddle, relax, take a sunbath, having a drink with your friends or dancing on the deck. We are Tery and Amy, a french couple, who found in love with Colombia and the Tayrona Park, and decided to change our lives from a financial career in Paris to our passion, sailing! Come to enjoy with us the freedom a sailing in one of the most beautiful park of South America! We speak English, Spanish and French and we have all the safety equipment on board.
22. Santa Marta Street Food Tour: 7 Tastings with a Local Guide
4.8· 41 reviewsIn this experience you will explore the authentic flavors of the Caribbean coast of Colombia with a local guide. We visit 7 different stops in the Historic Center of Santa Marta, tasting traditional dishes such as fresh zapote fruit, creamy local avocado, handmade arepas from Doña Ketty, the famous cayeye from Doña Yami, coconut sweets, specialty Colombian coffee at GNAM Café, and Caribbean‑style patacones at a local restaurant. Along the way, you’ll meet family‑owned vendors, learn about regional ingredients, and discover how food reflects the history and culture of Santa Marta. This tour is friendly for vegetarian and vegan travelers, and we eat enough for both lunch and dinner—so come hungry and ready to enjoy!
33. MINCA: Eco-Walk, Coffee Farm, Waterfall & Chocolate Experience!
4.8· 154 reviews- Local Authenticity: This is not a mass-market commercial tour; it´s a meaningful exchange of educational knowledge with local families who protect the land. - Sustainability: From the organic coffee and cacao to the locally sourced lunch, every step supports the region's circular economy. - Environmental Consciousness: We practice "Leave No Trace" principles, ensuring the absolute protection of this natural sanctuary. - Ancestral Well-being: The use of organic foods and contact with refreshing mountain waters offer a vital recharge that goes far beyond simple recreation. - Honoring Local Knowledge: We recognize our guides and families as custodians of living heritage, placing deep value on their ancestral wisdom.
44. Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!
4.6· 467 reviews· 8 hoursMy name is Luis, I am an Economist and worked as a consultant for more than 20 years. One day, I decided to trade the office for my true passion: sailing and enjoying nature, especially the sea. I have been sailing since I was 10 days old, a passion I inherited from my family, and I love sharing my knowledge of the sea and navigation with those who join me on board. Since moving to Colombia with my family, I have had the chance to discover Tayrona National Park from a perspective few people know: from the sea. It’s a unique experience we want to share with you. We are bilingual (Spanish and English) and love to chat, share local stories, and create unforgettable memories. We will take you to live a truly unforgettable day. The experience is led by my team
55. Trip (half day) in a Private Sailing Boat in the Tayrona Park
4.6· 9 reviews· 4.5 hoursDiscover the first bay of Tayrona National Natural Park, Granate, and enjoy plenty of downtime on this private sailing trip from Santa Marta: you will swim, snorkel, relax, sunbath, paddle, have fun drinking and chatting with your friends or family, jump from the boat, and sailing back to Santa Marta enjoying a beautiful sunset. If you are lucky, you may fish or see dolphins but anyway you will enjoy the unique landscape Santa Marta and Tayrona Park offer us. The Captain reserves the right to change bays if the weather does not allow reaching that bay. It's also worth mentioning that we have a large bathing platform at the stern that allows you easy and direct access to the sea. We have fridge and full of beverages on board (soda, beers, wine, Rum, ...) which are available (we'll comunicate you the list with the prices the day before the trip). You can also take your own drinks with you on board.
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