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Private Tayrona Tour from Minca: Cabo San Juan & Bilingual Guide

5.01 review

  • 6–9 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Private tour

Highlights

Discover Tayrona National Park with the comfort and flexibility of a private tour from Minca. Enjoy one of Colombia's most beautiful coastal hikes as you walk through tropical rainforest to the iconic beaches of Cabo San Juan, accompanied by your own bilingual local guide. During the 7.5 to 9.5-mile (12 to 15 km) hike, you'll learn about the area's wildlife, indigenous communities, history, and natural ecosystems while setting your own pace throughout the day. Your private experience includes round-trip transportation from downtown Minca, park entrance fees, mandatory insurances, and personalized guiding from start to finish.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Insurances
  • Private tour guide for your group
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Skip the ticket line—your tour guide will handle the tickets for you.

What's not

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Souvenirs

Itinerary

  1. Upon reaching the main entrance of Tayrona National Park, 'El Zaino,' our accredited guide will efficiently handle the ticket and insurance process on your behalf. Skip the line and relax – we've got you covered!

    30 minAdmission included

  2. Ecological Walking experience at the beginning of the tour, where you'll be treated to breathtaking vistas, vibrant flora, and the possibility of encountering local fauna. Traverse diverse terrains, from gentle slopes to rugged hills, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of Tayrona National Park.

    3 h

  3. After traversing undulating terrain with a few hills, we'll reach a breathtaking viewpoint. Take a moment to catch your breath, grab some water or popsicles, and, of course, capture stunning pictures of the picturesque beachscape. Your unforgettable journey is not just an experience; it's a memory in the making!

    10 min

  4. After strolling across the sandy expanse of Arenilla Beach, where the breathtaking palm tree landscape unfolds, we'll reach La Piscina Beach. Take a moment to catch your breath and decide whether you'd like to relax on this scenic beach or venture further to the stunning San Juan Cape Beach. Regardless of your choice, if you're feeling peckish, consider placing a food order for later. In the meantime, indulge in a refreshing swim or, for those who enjoy a workout, join us as we head to San Juan Cape to admire the panoramic views and breathtaking beachscapes.

    15 min

  5. Embark on an enriching walk through diverse ecosystems, including humid and dry tropical forests, mangroves, and thorny trees. Your journey stops for a couple of minutes at Arenilla Beach, offering a panoramic view of Arrecifes Beach. Capture the moment with memorable pictures that encapsulate the beauty of this unique coastal experience

    5 min

  6. Congratulations, you've earned extra points! As you reach this juncture, you've completed the tour, covering approximately 4.7 miles (around 7.5 kilometers). At the heart of San Juan Cape beaches, a kiosk perched on rocks awaits you. Climb up to witness an unparalleled beachscape featuring seawater, sandy shores, granite rocks, palm trees, bushes, and mountains—all in one breathtaking view. The rejuvenating energy of this unique scene will invigorate you. If you wish, take a refreshing swim in the turquoise waters before making your way back to La Piscina. There, you have the option to indulge in local cuisine (at your cost) and savor the perfect end to your adventure.

    35 min

  7. At the conclusion of our journey, we will retrace our steps back to the parking lot, following the same path we took in the morning. Along the familiar route, you'll rediscover scenic viewpoints and vistas, perhaps seeing them in a new light with ever-changing weather conditions. Enjoy the sense of familiarity and the chance to appreciate the surroundings from a fresh perspective.

    3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Entertaining Travel Agency
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in Santa Marta

  • Its from-price is 124% above the median of the 300 experiences we list in Santa Marta.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 171 of 300.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Santa Marta

Santa Marta is Colombia's oldest surviving colonial city, a Caribbean port below the Sierra Nevada and close to Tayrona Park and the Lost City trail.

Founded by the Spaniards in 1525, Santa Marta is the oldest surviving colonial city in Colombia, set on a bay where the Sierra Nevada, the highest coastal mountain range on earth, drops almost to the sea. Simón Bolívar died in 1830 at the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, a hacienda just outside the centre, now a museum with botanical gardens. The old town has a cathedral, a seafront promenade and a gold museum in a colonial house.

Top-ranked sights in Santa Marta: Lost City (Ciudad Perdida), Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta National Park, Tayrona National Park (Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona).

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