Transport Between Santa Marta + Cartagena
Description
If you're looking to travel from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias, this transfer service provides a convenient solution, allowing for a stress-free journey. You also have the option to include a return trip to your accommodation.
Transportation Between Santa Marta and Cartagena de Indias
For a seamless travel experience between two of Colombia's stunning locations, this transfer is the ideal choice.
Your journey begins with a pickup from your accommodation. You'll board a comfortable car or minibus, enabling you to enjoy the scenic ride along the picturesque Colombian Caribbean coast, which takes approximately 4 hours.
On the way, there will be a brief stop at a gas station in Barranquilla, where you can take a restroom break and grab a bite to eat before resuming your trip.
Upon arrival in Cartagena de Indias, immerse yourself in the vibrant streets of the historic walled city, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Iconic landmarks await, including Plaza de Santo Domingo and Plaza de Bolívar, as well as the impressive San Felipe de Barajas Castle.
If your destination is Santa Marta, be sure to visit the Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, the historic estate where Simón Bolívar spent his final days, nestled among ancient trees and beautiful gardens. Also, explore the Old Town, filled with picturesque colonial-style plazas.
Transfer Options
When making your reservation, you will choose from three available options:
- One-way to Cartagena de Indias: we will pick you up from your hotel in Santa Marta and transport you to the center of Cartagena de Indias. Please note that pickups in the Taganga or Minca areas are not permitted; arrangements can be made for pickup at the Mamatoco gas station for those in those locations.
- One-way to Santa Marta: this option involves pickup from your hotel in Cartagena de Indias, taking you to your accommodation in Santa Marta. Note that pickups are limited to hotels in Bocagrande or Manzanillo; if you're not in those areas, we can arrange pickup at the Torre del Reloj monument.
- Round-trip transfer: this comprehensive option provides transportation to and from your chosen destination based on your booking preferences.
Departure Times
You can select the departure time that best suits your schedule when booking:
- For transfers from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias, you can choose either 5 am or 2 pm.
- If you're opting for the transfer from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta, the pickup can be arranged at either 10 am or 6 pm.
- For the round-trip option, the same schedules apply, meaning if you depart Santa Marta at 5 am, you can choose to return from Cartagena at either 10 am or 6 pm.
Traveling with Young Children
Children under the age of 3 can travel without charge but must sit on the lap of a parent or guardian.
What's included
- Hotel pickup in Santa Marta or Cartagena de Indias (depending on option selected)
- Round–trip transfer (depending on option selected)
- Transport by car or minibus
- Spanish–speaking driver
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Transfer From Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up at the time you selected when booking from your hotel in Santa Marta. We recommend being ready 15 minutes early.
Please note that pickup is not available at hotels in Taganga or Minca. If you're staying in these areas, we'll pick you up at the time you selected at the Mamatoco gas station, located at Diagonal 39, Transversal 6 #6 35, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia.
You can see the exact meeting point at this link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mKQvsFGFi5v1V47P7.
Transfer From Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta
If you selected the transfer from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta, we'll pick you up at the time you chose from your hotel in Bocagrande or Manzanillo. If you're not staying in these areas, we'll pick you up at the same time at the Torre del Reloj, located at: Cl. 32 #8-202 8-160 a, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia.
You can see the exact meeting point at this link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NkazkGAsZExv2urv5.
In any case, the local team will get in touch with you the day before the activity to confirm all the pickup details and times.
Children Under 3
Please remember that children under 3 can travel for free but must sit on a parent or guardian's lap.
Additional Information
- Make sure to bring your ID or travel documents.
- The luggage allowance is 1 carry-on bag per person, with a maximum size of 115 cm (45 in).
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