Top Santa Marta Food & Drink

Be at Marina of Santa Marta 930 am. Say boat SONATA @ Gate. We depart 10 am. CANT wait past 9:50 am Sonata is a 58ft cutter rigged ketch built in 1979 in Taipei, Taiwan with 26 capacity. We will motor up wind to Bahia Concha in Tayrona Park passing at a distance by Taganga, Playa Grande, Aguja Island. At Bahia Concha we`ll anchor. Our auxiliary boat will take you to the beach or you can swim to it. You can snorkel, SUP board & sunbathe. WATER ACTIVITIES ONLY IN DESIGNATED AREAS. Lunch and 1 drink will be provided per person ON BOARD approximately 1 hour after arrival. 3:30pm everyone should be on board again to sail back wind permitting. Back at Marina by 5pm where you can enjoy the Sunset. If weather restrictions by maritime authorities we visit nearby bays. NO REFUND if Maritime Authorities restrict navigation to Tayrona Park. FULL REFUND if ALL navigation is restricted. Keep in mind tayrona park closes Feb 1-15 June 1-15 Oct 19-Nov 2. During these date we will visit nearby bays

Explore the northern coast of Colombia by motorcycle with this two-day, one-night tour. You'll start in Santa Marta, heading up to Palomino for a day of river tubing adventure. The next day, you'll make your way back to Santa Marta to drop off your bike.

Enjoy a one day tour in the "Sierra nevada" from the ecological village of Minca. Discover the natural waterfall of Marinka, after appreciating the landscapes of the tropical forest arrives to the coffee farm "La victoria" where you will be explained the entire coffee process. Visit "Pozo Azul", the second waterfall of the day where a bath will refresh you before enjoying the excellent roast beef in the restaurant "El camarita", all on an electric bicycle for climb easier. Join us and feel the journey!!

Visit a Colombian coffee farm and spend time at the Marinka Waterfalls with this private tour from the Santa Marta area. You'll spend time at Finca La Victoria, one of the oldest coffee farms in the country, where you'll learn all about coffee production and get to taste some brew yourself. You'll then continue to Minca, where you'll hike or take a 4x4 ride up to Marinka Waterfalls, perfect for swimming.

Spend a day exploring the Minca area with this guided, small-group tour from Santa Marta. You'll visit a waterfall that's considered sacred by local Indigenous people, learn about bamboo building, and spend time at coffee and cocoa farms. You'll even get the chance to make your own cacao bar.

Set sail for Tayrona aboard a 17-meter (56-foot) yacht with this excursion. Your bilingual captain, Luis, will take you and a small group of up to 25 passengers to the coastal park. Once in the park, you will have time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, or hang out on the beach, and return to Santa Marta in the late afternoon.

La Poza Sagrada, which is a natural pool of great importance for the indigenous people of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a place where you can take a refreshing swim and enjoy its crystal clear waters. We will finish the experience on the beautiful beaches of Mendihuaca where you will spend an afternoon of sun and beach in one of the most beautiful beaches in the city of Santa Marta.

It is a full day all inclusive * Visit to the coffee farm * Bath in the river * Gourmet lunch * Visit to the Cocoa museum

Trekking through the jungle to Colombia's Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) can be challenging for even experienced hikers. Journey in confidence on this small group guided tour (limited to 12 people) that takes you on an adventure—hiking for four days across varied terrain and through striking scenery—to a 9th-century indigenous archaeological site. Includes round-trip transportation from Santa Marta, accommodation, meals, and entrance fees.

We have guides from the region instructed by SENA, with years of experience. Trained to provide cultural, historical and anthropological information on indigenous communities and the area. We work hand in hand with indigenous and peasant communities. We are committed to supporting the development of the region through contributions that contribute to a better quality of life for the locals.

Enjoy a stress-free transportation from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to your hotel in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados or Bello Horizonte (TAGANGA not included). This service has a duration that varies from 40 to 50 minutes (depending on traffic), on the road to your hotel you will be able to observe the wonderful mountains of the Sierra Nevada which embrace this magnificent, unique and authentic city.

In this experience you will discover the unique flavors of the Caribbean region of Colombia with a local guide. We will go to 7 places in total in the historical center of Santa Marta and sample a variety of traditional food and drinks. We will visit multiple family-owned businesses to try arepas de huevo, cayeye, and other special dishes, as well as meet with some of the best professional baristas in the region. In a single afternoon, you will be able to learn more about the Caribbean Colombian culture through its food and history. This tour is accomodating for both vegetarian and vegan preferences. We will eat enough for lunch and dinner so please make sure you come hungry!

The tour is a route around the town of Minca, the departure is at about 9.00, once in Minca you will take a walk of about 45 minutes to reach Pozo Azul (on holidays you will reach another area of the river with waterfall to avoid overcrowded areas of tourists) here we will stop for about an hour with the possibility of taking a bath. Another 45 minute walk to reach the finca where you will have the typical lunch with a panoramic view of Santa Marta. Another 45-minute walk to reach the organic coffee crops where the various processing procedures will be explained and a test of the finished product will be offered. Finally we will reach the cultivation of organic cocoa and also here we will provide information on the manufacturing process and a taste. Return to the hotel around 18.00

This excursion is called "Chocoserrano" since this is one of the products derived from cocoa that you can find in the place. It is a 100% organic and artisan table chocolate, enriched with natural aromas that recreate the flavors of the Sierra on the palate. There you will be able to enjoy the plantations and the subsequent transformation of the raw material, led by local women and always accompanied by suitable personnel who will immerse you in this wonderful world called "cocoa". You can also find products such as cocoa mix, granola, nougat, brownie and chocolate bread, made in the territory by peasant families. This cocoa is highly beneficial for health, it is a unique cocoa in the world for its low content of cadmium, a metal considered toxic and polluting.

Our Casa Alegra has the Coworking service for all people who want to work, study and read from a different and attractive place while connected to respond to each commitment and stipulated term within their responsibility. You can also attend to your clients, do sessions and / or interviews achieving your day's goals, do networking and new business.

Join this gastronomic experience and enjoy the traditional food of the region in a 2-hour tour through its broad flavor palette and delicious meals.

It is a PRIVATE TOUR, so it is up to you how much time we spend on each place. You'll get it personalized! We have good timing to avoid the crowds, so you can enjoy all the places. E x p l o r e t h e g l o r i o u s surroundings of Minca with rivers, waterfalls and magnificent views. First we will enjoy Pozo Azul, a beautifull waterfall with refreshing water from the Sierra Nevada. To swim there is a great start of the day. Then we’ll move to the coffee farm La Victoria. During the Coffee tour we'll come to know everything about coffee and the history of the farm. After La Victoria we'll have a lunch and then we will visit one more waterfall Cascada Marinka, where we can swim once more before leaving to Santa Marta.

Let's go to La Candelaria farm, a cozy and an authentic Colombian organic chocolate farm located 3200 ft above sea level, here you will be stunned with the tremendously amazing views, and also, you will learn how milk chocolate (and other types of chocolate) are prepared from the seed. In addition, you will be able to relax and enjoy the refreshing and pristine waters of Marinka waterfalls, undoubtedly the most gorgeous waterfalls in the area. Highlights: - Learn how organic chocolate is made from the seed. - Put your hands to work and make the milk chocolate yourself. - Perfect tour for families with +4 year old kids. - Avoid the crowds: Private car and guide just for you and your companions. - Hidden gem: this is a hard-to-find destination due to its location. - No hidden or extra fees: The only thing you have to worry about is your food (breakfast or lunch), the rest is included.

We can honestly say, we are the only service of this kind in all of the region. We are your "one stop" source for local coffee grown in Colombias 3rd largest coffee region. Yes, you can purchase local coffee at many shops scattered about the city. We give you the chance to save a great deal of time and a chance to learn a great deal. Our host Guille comes from a family with a long heritage in Santa Marta. Not only is he personable, but he can provide you will all sorts of information that the average tour guide will not know. Our coffee tasting sessions are not a lecture about coffee. Our goal is to provide a great atmosphere and a relaxed setting to try some good coffee.....and to hear your thoughts as well.

Visiting Cafe Sonata on the corner of the first newspaper printing press in Santa Marta to taste some of the purest beer and eat some great food is a must during your stay in Santa Marta. I like to call it the prettiest corner in Santa Marta. I will tell you the stories behind the creation of this phenomenal craft beer while you enjoy your meals. Looking forward to meet you, Nick