Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Start & End Location
Price
USD 799USD 4,598
Get a customized trip to Santa Marta in October 2027
Plan a multi-country or regional adventure across Santa Marta in October 2027, with help from a local expert.
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This is my third tour, my best tour, and my favorite tour. My girlfriend and I have always wanted to go to South America, and G Adventures made sure I could maximize my limited time off!
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Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel, Villa
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cartagena, Santa Marta, Minca, P
Cartagena, Santa Marta, Minca, Palomino, Tayrona National Park
Phones charged and playlists queued — this 27-day journey is a full-on adventure through Central and South America that’s packed with wild nature, laid-back beach towns, and buzzing cities. Start in Costa Rica with the surfy chill of Puerto Viejo before heading into Panama’s hidden gems — think island time in Bocas del Toro, misty hikes in Boquete, and the crater village of Valle de Antón. Then go fully off-grid on the San Blas Islands, where Indigenous communities run the show and turquoise water meets white sand. After that, it’s Colombia time. Wander Cartagena’s colourful old town, trek through jungle trails to waterfalls in Minca, kick back in Santa Marta, and finish strong in Medellín with mountaintop views and a nightlife scene to match. From slow travel moments to fast-paced fun, this one’s got it all.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hostel, Hotel, Hut
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Medellin, Valle De Ant
San Jose, Medellin, Valle De Antón, Panama City, San Blas Islands, Cartagena, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Minca, Palomino, Tayrona National Park, Santa Marta, Bocas Del Toro, Boquete
Head into the serene highlands of Colombia's famed coffee region and learn how to roast the perfect blend during a tour of a working coffee plantation. Discover the laidback pace of Salento, explore the nightlife of Medellin, then trade the country's lush interior for its coast. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cartagena and Santa Marta, then hike to the ancient archaeological site of Teyuna, or the Lost City. Within the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains, this site can only be reached by a guided multi-day trek. Meet local Indigenous leaders, sleep in mountain campsites away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and spend four days in the mountains, hiking through rainforest and jungle to this sacred Colombian site.
ExplorerTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Bogota, Santa Marta, Adam, Parai
Bogota, Santa Marta, Adam, Paraiso Teyuna, Salento, Cocora Valley, Medellin, Cartagena
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We get it, choosing the right itinerary for a country as diverse as Colombia is tough. But we’ve got you covered with this 17-day whirlwind adventure that ticks all the boxes. From coastal Cartagena to vibrant Bogotá, explore the best of both worlds: iconic highlights and hidden gems. Trek the jungle trails of Tayrona National Park, dive into waterfall plunge pools in Minca, soak in the chill vibes of Palomino, and uncover the lesser-known hot springs of Santa Rosa de Cabal. With adventures at every turn and plenty of time to soak in the culture, you’ll come home with stories — and a deeper connection to Colombia — that’ll last a lifetime.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel, Villa
Age Range
18-39 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin, Gua
Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin, Guatapé, Santa Rosa De Cabal, Salento, Minca, Palomino, Tayrona National Park, Santa Marta