Santa Marta in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Santa Marta cover the coast, hills and sea. Here is how to spend three perfect days on Colombia’s Caribbean — with the best-rated tours to book for each.

At a glance

1Day 1: Tayrona
2Day 2: Minca
3Day 3: sailing & diving
4Coast, hills & sea

Day 1: Tayrona

Jungle hikes and Caribbean beaches.

Day 2: Minca

Waterfalls, coffee farms and cool air.

Day 3: sailing & diving

Sail to coves and snorkel the reefs.

Santa Marta in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Santa Marta?

Three days is ideal — Tayrona on day one, Minca on day two, and sailing and diving on day three, covering the coast, mountains and Caribbean sea.

What is the best experience in Santa Marta for 3 days?

Tayrona is the most beautiful, Minca the most refreshing, and the sailing and diving the most relaxing; all reward your time.

How do I plan a 3-day Santa Marta itinerary?

Spend day one in Tayrona, day two in Minca, and day three sailing and diving, booking popular tours ahead.

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