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Home/Destinations/Santa Marta/Santa Marta in 1 day
1 day · Santa Marta itinerary

Santa Marta in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Santa Marta? See Tayrona. Here is how to spend one perfect day on Colombia’s Caribbean coast — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Tayrona Park
  2. 2Cabo San Juan beach
  3. 3Jungle hike
  4. 4City sunset

Morning: Tayrona Park

Hike through jungle to the beaches.

Midday: Cabo San Juan

Swim at the iconic cove.

Evening: the city

Stroll the seafront and historic centre.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Santa Marta — prices per person.

Santa Marta in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Santa Marta in one day?
Yes — spend the day in Tayrona National Park hiking to beaches like Cabo San Juan, then enjoy the historic city and seafront in the evening.
What is the best one-day Santa Marta tour?
A Tayrona National Park day tour, with its jungle hike and Caribbean beaches, is the most rewarding way to spend a single day.
How much does one day in Santa Marta cost?
Budget roughly €25–€60 per person for a Tayrona Park day tour with transport and guide.

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