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Home/Destinations/Santa Marta/Diving & Snorkeling

Diving & Snorkeling Tours

Explore the Caribbean underwater: Santa Marta and nearby Taganga are among Colombia’s most affordable and popular diving spots, with coral reefs, warm water and abundant marine life in and around Tayrona Park. From try-dives and PADI courses to snorkelling trips, there’s plenty below the surface.

23 tours · prices per person, book with partner

4 Hour Scuba Diving Course in Tayrona Park
Santa Marta
4 Hour Scuba Diving Course in Tayrona Park
4.8(31)·4 hours
from$144/ person
via Viator

Diving & Snorkeling in Santa Marta — FAQ

Is Santa Marta good for scuba diving?
Yes — Santa Marta and neighbouring Taganga are popular, affordable diving destinations, with reefs, warm Caribbean water and marine life, including dives in Tayrona Park.
Can beginners scuba dive in Santa Marta?
Yes — try-dives and PADI certification courses are widely available for beginners, alongside fun dives and snorkelling trips for all levels.
Where do you dive near Santa Marta?
Most diving takes place around Taganga and the protected bays of Tayrona Park, known for accessible reefs and good-value courses.

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Diving in Santa Marta Taganga and Tayrona Park
Santa Marta
Diving in Santa Marta Taganga and Tayrona Park
5.0(4)·4 hours
from$120/ person
via Viator
Lionfish Scuba Mini Course Underwater Adventure
Santa Marta
Lionfish Scuba Mini Course Underwater Adventure
4.8(4)·4 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Diving Safari Tayrona Park For Certificates or Beginners
Santa Marta
Diving Safari Tayrona Park For Certificates or Beginners
5.0(5)·8 hours
from$230/ person
via Viator
Tayrona Park : Hike to Cabo San Juan from Santa Marta
Santa Marta
Tayrona Park : Hike to Cabo San Juan from Santa Marta
10 hours
from$90/ person
via Viator
Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta
Santa Marta
Full Minca, Taganga and Playa Grande Tour from Santa Marta
4.1(7)·8 hours
from$55/ person
via Viator
Blue Escape Electric Motorcycle Kayak and Snorkel in Taganga
Santa Marta
Blue Escape Electric Motorcycle Kayak and Snorkel in Taganga
6 hours
from$79/ person
via Viator
Private Boat Tour to Tayrona National Park
Santa Marta
Private Boat Tour to Tayrona National Park
5 hours
from$800/ person
via Viator
Santa Marta Sailboat Bahia Tour with Sunset, Beer and Snack
Santa Marta
Santa Marta Sailboat Bahia Tour with Sunset, Beer and Snack
2h 30min
from$69/ person
via Viator
Santa Marta Private City Tour History and Culture
Santa Marta
Santa Marta Private City Tour History and Culture
4h 30min
from$268/ person
via Viator
NAUI Open Water Parque Tayrona Diving Certification Course
Santa Marta
NAUI Open Water Parque Tayrona Diving Certification Course
5.0(4)·2 days
from$500/ person
via Viator
Bike Tour Taganga - Playa Grande
Santa Marta
Bike Tour Taganga - Playa Grande
5.0(20)·4h 30min
from$69/ person
via Viator
Minca Full Day Tour from Santa Marta
Santa Marta
Minca Full Day Tour from Santa Marta
8–9 hours
from$452/ person
via Viator