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Santa Marta: A Journey to Paradise

Jenifer Blandon

Jenifer Blandon

23 Nov 2023

Embark on a 6-day adventure to Santa Marta, Colombia and discover the breathtaking beauty of this coastal gem. Immerse yourself in the rich history, explore stunning beaches, and indulge in local culture. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Santa Marta

Day 1Unveiling the Heart of Santa Marta
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$13

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$ 3

Parque Bolívar
Compact public park featuring a monument to Simón Bolívar, with landscaped gardens & ocean views.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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CASA DE MADAME AGUSTINE
Circa-1745 mansion with a storied past, now home to an archaeological museum & information center.
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Catedral Basílica de Santa Marta
Catholic church with a bell tower & an interior lined with religious paintings & statues.
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Parque del Agua
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Playa Bello Horizonte
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$13
Day 2Sun, Sand, and Thrills
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$38

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$ 2

Acuario Mundo Marino
Indoor-outdoor aquarium with interactive swimming pools, shark feeding & educational exhibits.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Playa El Rodadero
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
14 - 17 min

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Kangu Park Trampolines
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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Parque San Miguel
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Parque Camellón Rodrigo de Bastidas
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
Day 3From Fortresses to Golden Treasures
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$13

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$ 3

San Fernando’s Fort
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$5
11 - 14 min

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Parque de los Novios
Urban retreat with stately monuments & park benches, surrounded by a lively restaurant/bar scene.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Centro Cultural San Juan
Small cultural center in a former seminary building, with cultural artifacts & varying art exhibits.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Monumento a El Pibe Valderrama
Colossal bronze sculpture portraying iconic Colombian former footballer Carlos "El Pibe" Valderrama.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Coastal Charms and Artistic Wonders
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$15

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$ 3

Bahía de Santa Marta
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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PARQUE DE LA EQUIDAD
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Bolivariano Museum of Contemporary Art
Airy museum housed on a hacienda compound featuring contemporary pieces from Latin American artists.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
1 - 2 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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$10
Day 5Conquer the Highest Peak and Dive into Tranquility
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$13

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$ 2

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
528 - 634 min

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Playa de Taganga
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
Day 6Nature's Paradise at Tayrona National Park
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$25

Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Coastal stretch of palm-fringed beaches backed by lush mountains with ruins of a pre-Hispanic town.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $126 In total

Activities & Food:$115
Transport:$11