Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta 2-Day Hiking Tour from Santa Marta

Immerse yourself in nature in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, an isolated mountain range in northern Colombia. Aside from being the birthplace of the indigenous Tayrona civilization, this mountain range is also known for having a rich ecosystem full of natural beauty. Popular with hikers and nature lovers, Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta offers stunning trails through imposing mountains and natural landscapes filled with animals and hundreds of species of plants.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Day 1 - Santa Marta / Jolonura Region

Start your tour on a 4x4 ride to Jolonura region, your jump-off point for the trek. Enjoy the unique flora and fauna of the majestic Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta as you trek for 3 hours to your camp Reserva el Paraíso, crossing Marinca stream not once but sixteen times! After having breakfast at the camp, have some splashing fun at the breathtaking waterfalls of El Eden and Santa Rosa. The rest of the morning and afternoon will be at your leisure.

After dinner, hear some interesting stories by the bonfire from the locals of the community. Then, spend the night at your back to basic camp with no Wi-fi, no electricity, and miles away from the buzz of the city.

Day 2 - Jolonura Region / Santa Marta

Today, start the day at around 5 in the morning, hiking for 2 hours towards a viewpoint. From the viewpoint, you will be able to appreciate Ciénaga Township, the well-known and historic Zona Bananera, and its aquatic surroundings. You'll also be able to see part of Barranquilla city, the Caribbean Sea, and its coal ports. Up north is Cerro Kennedy, Punta Brava, Agua Linda, Vista Nieve, San Lorenzo, La Tagua, and the coffee area of the Sierra Nevada.

Head back to camp for breakfast and as part of the community's efforts to promote environmental awareness, you will plant or adopt a tree in this unique land. You will also visit a sacred spa for indigenous communities before taking a break for lunch. Your descent to the jump-off point begins after this.

Tour concludes with a drop off to Santa Marta.

Includes

• Lodging for a night in Reserva el Paraíso
• Pick up and drop off in Santa Marta via 4x4 vehicle
• Entrance to the Finca
  
• Refreshments and food
  
• Expert local guide
• Travel insurance

Excludes

• Visa and visa application fees
• Immunizations
• Tips and gratuities
  
• Personal expenses

Please Note

• You must be in good physical condition to go on this tour.

• If you require any dietary restrictions, please notify us upon booking.

• For a comfortable trekking tour, you must wear/bring comfortable walking/hiking shoes, extreme weather protection (sunscreen, hat or cap, jacket, raincoat, long pants),  mosquito repellent, flashlight with batteries, and binoculars (optional).