Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona
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4.5/5
Based on 54 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona worth booking?
Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona is a 8.5-hour experience in Santa Marta, Colombia, from $80 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 54 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (54)
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- From
- $80 per person
In this experience, I invite you to enjoy my passions: sailing, the sea, and the beach. This beach is located beneath the highest coastal mountains in the world, where melted snow flows directly into the Caribbean Sea.
What you get
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Marina entrance fee and passenger insurance
- Paddle Board
About this experience
In this experience, I invite you to enjoy my passions: sailing, the sea, and the beach. This beach is located beneath the highest coastal mountains in the world, where melted snow flows directly into the Caribbean Sea. Tayrona National Natural Park is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, in the Caribbean region of Colombia. Just 34 km from the urban center of Santa Marta, it is one of Colombia’s most important natural parks. It is home to a vast number of species, spread across different ecosystems with varying thermal levels. I invite you to connect with the locals, share with the coastal people, taste the catch of the day, learn about their culture, and, most importantly, have fun! Tayrona Park is CLOSED on the following dates: February 1 – 15 June 1 – 15 October 19 – November 2 But we keep sailing on alternative routes!
What's included
Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Marina entrance fee and passenger insurance
- Paddle Board
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Tips or Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Marina Santa Marta
We will meet at 9:00 AM at the Santa Marta International Marina. At 9:30 AM, we will set sail towards our destination. As soon as we leave Santa Marta Bay, we will enter Taganga Bay, a fishing village where tourism has blended with local life. We will continue our journey into Tayrona National Park, passing by Granate Bay, where you can observe traditional artisanal fishing and spot diving schools in action. We will sail past Aguja Island and Playa Brava, heading towards our final destination: Bahía Concha. Here, you can swim, paddle, snorkel, or simply relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings. For lunch, we will indulge in an incredible fresh fish meal (Ceviche). Vegetarian options are available. At 3:30 PM, we will begin our return to the marina—this time, sailing with the wind. We will arrive around 5:00 PM, just in time to enjoy a breathtaking sunset, listen to great local music, and celebrate your visit with us! Let me know if you need any adjustments!
10 minutes here · Admission included
Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Natural Park is located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, in the Caribbean region of Colombia. Just 34 km from the urban center of Santa Marta, it is one of the most important natural parks in the country. The park is home to a vast number of species, distributed across diverse ecosystems with varying thermal levels, ranging from sea level to altitudes of 900 meters.
300 minutes here
Bahia Concha
Next, we will sail to Bahía Concha or Gayraca. Our fellow adventurers can choose between swimming, walking along the beach, snorkeling, paddleboarding, or simply sunbathing on the boat. Bahía Concha is the largest bay in the park. With soft sand and crystal-clear blue waters, it is the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxing beach day.
Pass by without stopping
Bahia de Santa Marta
Upon returning to Santa Marta, we will wait in Santa Marta Bay until 5:00 PM to watch the sunset, for which the city is very famous. According to the locals (Samarios), it is the most beautiful bay in the world.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santa Marta
Estación chárter La Marina Internacional de Santa Marta es la única Marina que se encuentra en el centro histórico de la Ciudad. Llegar en Taxi o en bus es muy sencillo
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Estación chárter La Marina Internacional de Santa Marta es la única Marina que se encuentra en el centro histórico de la Ciudad. Llegar en Taxi o en bus es muy sencillo
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Santa Marta Sailboat
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 54 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
54 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not a catamaran, but still worth the tour!
Wasn’t a catamaran like it says in the description…but was upgraded to a nice faster boat (not catamaran). Our boat was definitely faster as other boats that departed from the same dock and went to the same locations left prior to my group and I but our group would be the first to get there by at least 15-20 mins. Tour guide was awesome as he’d kept checking in on each party during the 2 hours at each beach. He even informed everyone on his tour to make sure you ask for a menu or to see prices before ordering as the bars/restaurants will upcharhe tourists who don’t ask to take advantage.
via Tripadvisor
Downgrade of Ship / Not Full Time / No Partial Refund
My friends & I booked this excursion and we're super excited. The day of they told us, something was wrong with the catamaran & we would need to go on a sailboat instead. My fiancé who has bad motion sickness is typically fine on cararmans. They told us they would refund us the difference in price since the catamaran was more. They never issued the refund. We gave it about a week and half then reached out to them, and it has been radio silence from them. The next step is to just show the proof to trip advisor. The trip itself was fine. The route was super rocky on the boat. At times we were completely tilting the entire boat from side to side practically. Oh it also started 2 hours later than when our catamaren. Instead of starting at 9am they told us to come at 11 and we left at 11:30. So not the 8 hours that was advertised. The crew was nice. The beach is wonderful. Hate giving bad reviews especially for a small business in another country. Just not happy with the lack of response & responsibility of this company.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review, and please accept our sincere apologies for not responding within the time you deserved. The catamaran did suffer a mechanical issue that day, and in order for you not to lose your day, we offered the sailboat as an alternative. We also committed to refunding the price difference, and I fully acknowledge that this refund was not processed on time. That was our mistake. We are currently in high season and the workdays have been extremely demanding, but that is not an excuse for the lack of response. As soon as I saw your review, I immediately processed the refund. Please confirm once you receive it. We are sorry the change of boat, later departure, and sea conditions affected your experience. We truly appreciate your kind words about the crew and the beach, and we regret that our follow-up after the tour did not meet the standard of responsibility we aim to provide.
via Tripadvisor
Do NOT rely on this company
We booked our tour on TripAdvisor, we hear nothing from these guys. Ok, contact them on WhatsApp to make sure everything is confirmed, the guy is asking me "what boat did you book " I sent him a picture of the boat... He says "What day?" I send him the day.... Then he sends me a cut and paste message of pricing options..... Ummmm ok..... So I find a different number. This person tells me that the boat we booked is not in service. Thanks for letting me know? I had to chase these guys down to find this information... Thank god I didnt rely on this company and the ticketing, because we would have ruined an entire day of our vacation waiting on them to cancel our plans last minute. (after further research, this has happened to several other people as well).
via Tripadvisor
Professional, fun, and great way to see Tayrona
Great crew, beautiful beach, beautiful boat. Overall I highly recommend! Great combination of boat experience and beach relaxing.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the crew, the boat, and the beautiful beach. It’s great to know the mix of sailing and relaxing by the sea made the experience special for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board soon! Warm regards,
via Tripadvisor
There was a last minute...
There was a last minute change in the activity by the operator. I was supposed to receive a partial refund but never received it :(
Response from the operator: We sincerely apologize for the last-minute change to your activity — it was due to an unexpected operational issue, and we truly regret the inconvenience. If you haven’t received the partial refund yet, please contact the Viator support team directly so they can assist in processing it promptly. We're here to support you if needed. Warm regards, The Veleros Santa Marta Team ⛵
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $80 to $90
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 19
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Marta.
How much does Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona cost?
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Prices start at $80 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santa Marta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona take?
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Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santa Marta is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 54 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Santa Marta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona?
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Around 19 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santa Marta can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santa Marta and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Catamaran Tour through Tayrona start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santa Marta within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santa Marta?
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On Outty we rank every Santa Marta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta, Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!, MINCA: Eco-Walk, Coffee Farm, Waterfall & Chocolate Experience!. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santa Marta?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santa Marta?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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