Things to do in Santa Marta

Planning questions about Santa Marta

What are the best things to do in Santa Marta?

Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta is the highest ranked experience in Santa Marta, scoring 97 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 3,580 traveler reviews. Sailing to Tayrona with Luis and his team: Unique!, MINCA: Eco-Walk, Coffee Farm, Waterfall & Chocolate Experience!, 4-Day Lost City Small-Group Tour in Santa Marta, Historic Center Bike Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Santa Marta, Colombia, and 1 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Santa Marta cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Santa Marta is $90 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $2 on Guided Hiking through Tayrona National Park and Cabo San Juan. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Santa Marta for today?

Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Santa Marta currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Santa Marta good for families?

Yes. 8 of the experiences we rank in Santa Marta are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Santa Marta?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.

When is the best time to visit Santa Marta?

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.

Can I cancel a booking in Santa Marta?

117 of the 120 experiences we rank in Santa Marta offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Santa Marta gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Santa Marta so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.