Explore the Tayrona Park in 1 Day
Una experiencia construida desde el territorio y sus comunidades.
Cada ruta es una invitación a conocer la naturaleza, la cultura y las tradiciones locales, promoviendo un turismo consciente, respetuoso y con sentido.
Price Per person:
From: $ 335.000
Tarifa valida hasta el 31 de diciembre de 2026
Value of Reserves:
The booking we require an initial deposit per person of:
Extranjeros Y Nacionales: $100.000. COP
The initial deposit is non-refundable.
Tarifa valida hasta el 31 de diciembre de 2026
Explore the Natural Paradise of the Tayrona Park | Tour 1 Day
In this unique tour you'll explore jewels as Beach Reefs, the pool and the iconic Cabo San Juan's Guide. Accompanied by expert guides, you will learn about the fauna and flora of the park – from howler monkeys to exotic birds – while you're immersed in landscapes that will take your breath away.
Relax under the sun and feel the deep connection with nature that only the Tayrona can offer, ideal for lovers of hiking, eco travelers and those who wish to escape to a magic corner of Colombia.
Activity highlights:
Hiking: Explore the trails, stone pathways, and cocoteras that grow near the sea.
Beaches With Crystal Clear: Enjoy the beaches with crystal clear water and rich in fauna and flora.
Culture: Discover the history of one of the civilizations that settled in this part of the caribbean and left a legacy reflected in the territory.
Recommendation for your Trip: Comes with Time
We recommend to leave very early from the city of Santa Marta or enter the area, a day prior to your visit to the National Park. This will allow you to rest, organize your luggage with peace of mind and be ready to go the next day without a hitch. In addition, it is an excellent opportunity to discover the wonders of this natural destination.
Where to stay?
These are some recommended hotels where you can spend the night comfortably:
What to do in the Region?
Take advantage of your stay to go to rest in the surrounding areas of the national park:
- Walk or visit pizzerias, restaurants, fast food
- Beach Area of Coastal
Rest well and learn a little more from this legendary land will make your experience in the Tayrona Park is even more enriching.
Note: The order of the itinerary may be altered depending on weather conditions, social, and logistics.
Itinerary:
Meeting point
Sector Main Entrance – Chestnut Canaveral
Time 7:30am.
In this space you will be greeted by the guide to load for the experience within the national park, will have a space of 20 minutes or more to organize your objects that will and log on to the zone box office.
Note: hours of admission to the Tayrona national park vary according to the times of the tourist season, it should be noted that the 8am will be the opening hours and entrance to this area of the reserve.
Registration and Transportation
Once you have done the log of income, you must go by the officials of the national park, we verify income, and advance to the area of internal buses that will take us 6km approximately to the area of the parking lot Canaveral, where we will begin the path way up to Cape San Juan in the Guide.
Introduction and information Stations
Once in the parking lot for the guide to load will take you to the sign or map of the area that you will visit during the day, we will point out the route and places to visit during the tour, as areas of First aid and services of Bath.
The tour will start in the path of knowledge or path Kogui and in this path you'll be able to learn from the beings that are part and take care of the territory that you'll walk, which play an important role in the worldview and culture of the indigenous peoples of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
At each station you will meet: The Information Teykú, the father of rocks or stones, in general, and one of the main creators of everything we know, according to the stories of the ancient Teyunas / Tayrona and the other actors of the territory:
- Saldawui: Father of Plants
- I Hate Tumo: Father of the Stones
- Karldikukui: A mother of sweet waters
- Monsawi: Father of the winds
- Jalyintana: Father of the Sea
- Dugunawi: Father of the Folklore and dances
When you get to this last father we will have reached 50% of the tour in the sector of Reefs, it should be highlighted that the odds of perceiving the wildlife in all its glory is utilized in these first 50% of tour.
Already in these areas can make use of bathrooms authorized, sales of chocolate bread, and a camping area hotel.
First Beaches
10:45 am is the approximate time to be in the lagoon or estuary of the Arenilla beach, where sometimes we can see the Alligators in the Tayrona Park, which are of the family Crocodylus Acutus, in addition to the Stifle (Caiman Crocodilus Fuscus) . These species are of the utmost importance and of high conservation within the Natural area.
We will visit the beach Grit which is notable for its expanse of white sand and start-up of the barrier or broken waves lies a secret that its existence, some speculate in a natural formation, and other construction of the ancient Tayrona.
About 5 minutes later we will get to know beach Pool of Coraltraining concentrated breaks waves that has allowed marine life to live in these waters and to reproduce. It is also one of the beaches with the best option of access to water, has a restaurant that focuses on giving a care in all the senses. in this site, the senses emerge and enjoy a delicious lunch and the edge of the sea.
If you come from a family with small children or are looking for where you can enjoy water more calm this is the perfect place and therefore we recommend having lunch at this beach.
The dynamic is that here you can book your lunch and go to Cabo San Juan's Guide. For about 20 to 30 minutes will cross the 1.5 km on trails shared by biological corridors, and that's enough vegetation. Gradually the vegetation is changing to take a look around palm trees filled with coconuts, green, birds and when you see a lot of horses on the left side you'll know you've arrived at this iconic destination for many travelers.
Cabo San Juan is Home to wildlife, in this beach you will find a kind of Caiman black or Cocodrilo Acutus in a small crack to one side of the beach. we invite you to view it from a distance and with respect.
In this place so visited you'll have room to go up to the viewpoint with a view of 360 degrees, to appreciate its beaches and mountains that serve as protection and shelter to hundreds of species of animals and plants.
About 12:30 the day we return to the Beach to the pool for rest, almuerces and enjoy the most of the beach.
Past 2:40pm, about 3pm, we started back towards the parking lot of Canaveral where we expect the internal transport that will take us to the exit of the national park. While we are crossing the road back, the humidity and the sun create a unique landscape that blends with the sea and the mountains.
About 5 pm to 5:30pm we will be in the vehicle and head to the Exit of the National Park.
Note: The itinerary may be altered by issues outside of the logistics or organization of this experience. The guide in charge would communicate the reasons for itinerary changes, if necessary for reasons older, either by state of the climate, or state of health of any member of the group.
Why choose our tour?
- Guided tour with locals who know the biodiversity of the Park Tayrona.
- Walking 12 km in a stunning natural setting.
- Visit to the most beautiful beaches the park, as Cabo San Juan and Beach Pool .
- Opportunity to see wildlife like monkeys, exotic birds and much more.
- Delicious lunch in a unique setting next to the sea.
Plan your Visit to Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
- Duration of the Tour: Approximately 10 hours
- Level of difficulty: Medium, suitable for most people.
- Departure time: 7:30am time (recommended)
- End time: 5:30 pm
- Available languages: Spanish
- Languages Available Upon Request: English – German – French – Among others
Recommendations for Visitors
To ensure an even more enjoyable experience in the Tayrona Park, keep in mind the following recommendations:
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunscreen and insect repellent.
- Cap or hat to protect from the sun
- Kit personal for any need extra water, snacks, etc)
Tour details:
- Minimum requirement of participants: 1 person
- Age limit: 18 years | minors may participate provided they are accompanied by a responsible adult. In case the minor is travelling without their parents will be required to submit a written permission from the same, together with a copy of your identity documents.
- Price per person: $236.000 COP (Nacional) – $335.000 COP (Foreign).
- Initial deposit:
Terms of deposit: Para confirmar la reserva de esta experiencia se requiere el pago de un depósito inicial de $100.000 COP por persona.
Este depósito no es reembolsable ni transferible a otra persona, experiencia, fecha o entidad, ya que se destina a la planificación logística, reservas locales y operación previa del servicio.
🔔 Recomendación: se sugiere realizar primero la compra del tiquete aéreo y, una vez confirmado, efectuar el depósito inicial para asegurar la reserva.
💰 Pago del valor restante: el saldo podrá cancelarse un día antes de la experiencia mediante transferencia bancaria o pago con tarjeta (recargo adicional del 5%), o el día de la experiencia en efectivo, según lo acordado previamente.
Note: The order of the itinerary may be altered depending on weather conditions, social, and logistics.
What's included in the tour?
This complete walkthrough includes everything you need to enjoy a worry-free:
- Internal transport back and forth
- Entrance to Tayrona National Park.
- Water bottle .
- Insurance against any risk.
- Guide in Spanish specialized that will explain to you all about the flora, fauna and local culture.
What is not included in the tour?
- Services not described