Full Day Guided Tour in Cienaga Grande of Santa Marta

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Colombia's largest lagoon and swamp complex, the Ciénaga Grande Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, nestled between Santa Marta and Barranquilla. This hidden paradise invites you on a magical journey through unexplored nature and centuries-old fishing villages like Buenavista and Nueva Venecia. Encounter diverse wildlife amidst a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, offering a profound glimpse into ancestral lifestyles and vibrant community heritage.

What's Included

Local guides
Travel insurance
Snack
Private vehicle
River transportation with safety regulations
Bilingual guide
Lunch
Hydration
Specific Food and Beverage

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can arrange the transfer from santa marta or palomino or tayrona, please contact us to schedule it.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Nestled between Santa Marta and Barranquilla, Colombia's Ciénaga Grande Fauna and Flora Sanctuary is a vast complex of lagoons and swamps, one of the world's largest. Explore this hidden gem with a 45-minute drive from Santa Marta to Tasajera, followed by a scenic two-hour boat tour on a motorized canoe. Encounter unexplored nature, traditional fishing villages like Buenavista and Nueva Venecia with their stilt houses, and diverse wildlife including monkeys, manatees, alligators, and otters. Declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2000, it offers a glimpse into a timeless way of life amidst vibrant waterborne communities dedicated to preserving their environment and heritage.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Discover the hidden paradise of Ciénaga Grande Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, Colombia's largest lagoon and swamp complex. Glide through waterways on a motorized canoe, marvel at wildlife, and explore traditional fishing villages. Experience the harmony between nature and culture in this magical reserve.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Let us know if you have any dietary restrictions to arrange it.
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
Eco Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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