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Santa Marta Adventure

Maeva Aguirre

Maeva Aguirre

28 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Santa Marta, Colombia. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, relax on picturesque beaches, and explore historical landmarks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Santa Marta

Day 1Beach Bliss and Soccer Legends
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$61

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$ 6

La Morena
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
5 - 6 min

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Playa rosita
No-nonsense dorms in a laid-back property with its own strip of beach, a bar & French food.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$19
18 - 22 min

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Monumento a El Pibe Valderrama
Colossal bronze sculpture portraying iconic Colombian former footballer Carlos "El Pibe" Valderrama.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
Built in 1608, revolutionary leader Simon Bolivar's final home features a museum & botanical garden.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$15
7 - 10 min

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Subway
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
4 - 5 min

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Asadero El Banano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 2Nature's Paradise and Culinary Delights
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$65

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$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
59 - 71 min

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Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Coastal stretch of palm-fringed beaches backed by lush mountains with ruins of a pre-Hispanic town.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$38
61 - 74 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Conquer the Tallest Peak
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$0

Pico Cristóbal Colón
Soaring mountain peak, over 5000 meters high, known for its snow capped summit & sweeping views.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Coffee, History, and Architectural Wonders
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$40

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$ 2

Juan Valdez Café
La tienda de los caficultores colombianos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
1 - 2 min

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Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana
Free, bilingual museum with 4 galleries & tours featuring the life & artifacts of indigenous people.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$11
4 - 6 min

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Catedral Basílica de Santa Marta
Catholic church with a bell tower & an interior lined with religious paintings & statues.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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CASA DE MADAME AGUSTINE
Circa-1745 mansion with a storied past, now home to an archaeological museum & information center.
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
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$9
24 - 36 min

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San Fernando’s Fort
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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$8
10 - 12 min

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Baguettina Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 5Art, Culture, and Oceanic Wonders
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$88

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$ 6

Juan Valdez Café
La tienda de los caficultores colombianos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
8 - 12 min

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Bolivariano Museum of Contemporary Art
Airy museum housed on a hacienda compound featuring contemporary pieces from Latin American artists.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
12 - 15 min

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Kangu Park Trampolines
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$11
9 - 11 min

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Centro Cultural San Juan
Small cultural center in a former seminary building, with cultural artifacts & varying art exhibits.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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El Punto Marino
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$18
2 - 3 min

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Acuario Rodadero
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$30
3 - 4 min

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Restaurante Terraza del Mar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15

Budget breakdown: $271 In total

Activities & Food:$253
Transport:$18