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Tayrona Park Shared Tour

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10 hours
Santa Marta, Colombia

About this activity

Experience the natural beauty of Tayrona National Park on a guided tour from Santa Marta, including beach exploration, forest hikes, and cultural encounters.

Highlights

  • Explore pristine beaches of Tayrona National Park
  • Hike through lush tropical forests
  • Discover diverse flora and fauna
  • Visit indigenous communities within the park
  • Enjoy a traditional Colombian lunch

Full description

Join us for an unforgettable journey to Tayrona National Park, a haven of natural beauty nestled on Colombia's Caribbean coast. Departing from Santa Marta, this full-day tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Trek through lush tropical forests, uncovering diverse flora and fauna, and unwind on pristine beaches like Cabo San Juan. Engage with indigenous communities to gain insight into their rich cultural heritage. Savor a traditional Colombian lunch at a local restaurant, enhancing your cultural experience. This tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts and culture seekers alike, promising a day filled with discovery and enjoyment.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Santa Marta
  • Guided tour of Tayrona National Park
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Itinerary

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You will arrive on your own to the meeting point: Hotel Playa Blanca - Rodadero CRA 3 # 9-70, at 7:15 am. There you will take the public bus that will take you to the entrance of the park, where the tour guide will be waiting for you.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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From the entrance you will start hiking deep in the woods along the marked trails until you get to the first beach: Arrecifes (reefs). This is the biggest beach in the park and one of the campsites but, as it is not possible to swim in its waters due to the strong sea currents, you will only stay there for a couple of minutes to have a break.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Ready again, you will keep walking down and up the natural paths with its incredible natural Crystal-clear beaches. These are one of the top 25 most beautiful beaches of South America due to its turquoise crystal-clear calm waters.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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And last but not least you will get to the final destination: Cabo San Juan, known for having a picturesque viewpoint from a kiosk and another campsite. Once in here, you will enjoy a traditional Caribbean lunch by the sea (not included) and you will have the rest of the day to lie under a palm tree’s shade, relax, swim, walk by the seashore, or even talk with some other travelers. Then hike back again to the entrance of the Tayrona Park. From there, your tour guide will help you taking the bus back to Santa Marta.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in Spanish; English-speaking guides may be available upon request
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not recommended for individuals with mobility issues

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable hiking shoes and swimwear
  • Bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and a hat
  • Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Take into account that you must make your own way to the meeting point at Hotel Playa Blanca - Rodadero CRA 3 # 9-70, by 7:15 AM. From there, you will take public transportation to the El Zaino entrance, where your tour guide will be waiting for you.
  • Keep in mind there is a 4-hour hike
  • Each year Tayrona Park closes for some time for environmental and cultural protection. This year, Tayrona Park is closed on February 1st to 15th, June 1st to 15th, and October 19th to November 2nd

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Very good choice

Excellent choice to know the Tayrona park, very good attention from the people in charge of the tour, friendly and attentive, always until you return to the recommended starting point

alnert0bAug 26, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Take into account that you must make your own way to the meeting point at Hotel Playa Blanca - Rodadero CRA 3 # 9-70, by 7:15 AM. From there, you will take public transportation to the El Zaino entrance, where your tour guide will be waiting for you. Keep in mind there is a 4-hour hike Each year Tayrona Park closes for some time for environmental and cultural protection. This year, Tayrona Park is closed on February 1st to 15th, June 1st to 15th, and October 19th to November 2nd
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