Cartagena
Santa Marta
8 days
Maximum 14
discovery
About your trip
From pristine beaches to snow-capped mountains, discover the majestic landscapes of Colombia’s Caribbean coast on this eight-day adventure. Wander the cobblestone streets of Cartagena’s walled city, sample authentic street food and canoe through mangroves in La Boquilla before taking a day trip to the tropical Rosario Islands. Your journey continues north towards the base of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, where you’ll trek to deserted beaches in Tayrona National Park before finishing off your trip with a farewell dinner in Palomino. All of our trips are flightless in destination, with 100% of all carbon emissions offset. It's just part of how we see the world while being good to it. For important flight information for this trip, please see the Important Information section at the bottom of the page. PLEASE NOTE - THE 2024 VERSION OF THIS TRIP'S DETAILS ARE IN THE IMPORTANT INFO SECTION BELOW
Trip Highlights
- Discover the colorful colonial architecture and delicious street food of Cartagena
- Canoe through mangrove forests in La Boquilla
- Visit San Basilio de Palenque, the first free African town in the Americas
- Explore the idyllic Rosario Islands by boat
- Spot wildlife on a beach hike through Tayrona National Park

Your Itinerary
What's Included
- Three nights ecohotel accommodation
- Four nights standard hotel accommodation
- Private and local transport
- Seven breakfasts, five lunches, four dinners
- Local Insider
- Return airport transfers from Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG)
- Mangrove canoe tour
- Cartagena orientation walk
- Street food tour
- Rum tasting
- San Basilio de Palenque visit
- Rosario Islands trip
- Magdalena River boat ride
- Tayrona National Park trek
- Champeta Dancing Excursion
- Tayronaka Hike and River Tubing
What's Not Included
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Flights to and from the destination
Accommodation
Don Pedro la Heredia
With a privileged position, right in the centre of magical Cartagena, this traditional hotel has been restored to some of its former glory from the colonial era. The 34 rooms have air-conditioning, comfy beds and all you need for a relaxed stay in Cartagena. No doubt you'll find yourself on that roof terrace for a sundowner or two or cooling off in the pool after a day of exploring!
Playa La Roca Ecohotel
Designed with sustainability at its heart, this secluded ecohotel in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta features a wellness spa, pool and private garden. Savor authentic local cuisine at the restaurant and grab a drink at the beachfront bar.