Playa Cristal Day Trip
Description
For those in Santa Marta looking for a tranquil escape, this excursion to Playa Cristal offers a perfect seaside day, highlighting the natural beauty of Tayrona National Natural Park.
Description
Our journey begins with a convenient pickup at your hotel in Santa Marta. Following this, we will set off towards the remarkable Tayrona National Natural Park.
After a drive of approximately 1.5 hours, we will reach the park's entrance, where a brief video will provide useful advice on how to enjoy the area's natural wonders responsibly. Once informed, we will head to the Playa 7 Olas viewpoint. Don’t forget your camera; there will be plenty of chances to capture stunning vistas!
Our adventure continues to Playa Neguanje, where we'll board a boat bound for Playa Cristal - also referred to as Playa del Muerto and widely regarded as the finest beach within the park.
Upon arriving on land, you can unwind and enjoy your time! An inviting 4 hours of leisure awaits, allowing you to take a refreshing swim, relax in the sun, rent snorkelling gear, and relish a delicious lunch!
Once you’ve enjoyed your meal and relaxation, we'll regroup and start our return journey to Santa Marta, concluding the day with drop-off at your hotel following 9 hours of engaging activity.
Pickup
Please be informed that hotel pickup and drop-off is available for guests in Pozos Colorados, Bello Horizonte, and Rodadero Sur. For those staying in the historic center, pickup will take place at Parque de los Novios. If your accommodations are outside these areas, we will reach out to arrange an alternative meeting location.
```What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by bus and boat
- Spanish–speaking guide
- Admission fees to Tayrona Park
What's not included
- Food and drink
- Tayrona Park entrance fee for non
- Colombian nationals: 49000COPCOP per person (to be paid in cash on the day of the activity)
- Insurance for children under 5 years old: 5000COP per child (to be paid in cash on the day of the activity)
- Boat tax for children under 5 years old: 50000COP per child (to be paid in cash on the day of the activity)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 18 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Santa Marta:
- Pozos Colorados: at 6:30 am
- Bello Horizonte: at 6:40 am
- Rodadero Sur: at 7 am
Please be ready and waiting in the reception at least 10 minutes early.
Please note that hotel pickup and drop–off services are included in this activity for those staying in Pozos Colorados, Bello Horizonte, and Rodadero Sur.
If your accommodation is in the historical centre, we'll pick you up in Parque de los Novios at 7:30 am.
If your hotel is outside this designated area, we'll get in touch with you to establish an alternative meeting point.
Additional Info
We advise you to bring your passport, comfortable clothes, sandals, hat, insect repellent, swimwear, sunglasses and a bottle of water.
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