Santa Marta, Colombia

September 2027

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Ascend into Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and experience extraordinary biodiversity. Every step supports the Arhauco community and Fundación Atelopus—guardians of Colombia’s endangered wildlife. Joined by world-renowned photographer Jaime Culebras, featured on PlanetEarthIII, this is Colombia as few have ever seen it.

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This is a journey that gives back. Explore the beauty of SantaMarta while directly supporting indigenous communities and vital wildlife conservation. Witness sunrise from the summit of Cerro Kennedy, meet the inspiring women of Café Wirakoku, and immerse yourself in the rhythms of Arhauco life. Every moment combines adventure, impact, and connection; led by world-class experts and guided by purpose.

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Stay at El Dorado Reserve among wildlife of the Sierra Nevada de‍ ‍Santa Marta.

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‍ ‍La Zamba, our transportation for the Santa Marta tour.

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  • Welcome to Santa Marta! After a warm welcome lunch, we head straight to the beach to unwind by the Caribbean Sea. Our first evening will be spent at a serene beachfront resort, the perfect beginning to our journey.

  • We set off toward the El Dorado Reserve, pausing at Finca La Victoria for a guided tour of one of Colombia’s oldest coffee plantations. After savoring the aromas of freshly roasted beans, we continue into the misty Sierra Nevada to El Dorado—home to an astonishing array of bird species found nowhere else on Earth.

  • An early morning adventure takes us to the summit of Cerro Kennedy (3,100m / 10,000 ft) to witness a breathtaking sunrise above the clouds. After descending, we return to El Dorado for lunch before continuing to the San Lorenzo Research Station, where Fundación Atelopus works to protect endangered species and collaborates closely with the local indigenous community to preserve the region’s fragile ecosystem.

  • Today we journey to Katansama, an indigenous Arhuaco village nestled in the mountains. Guided by community members, we’ll learn about their culture and daily life, meeting the inspiring women behind Café Wirakoku—a women-led coffee project thriving in the highlands. In the afternoon, we descend to the Caribbean coast, where we’ll spend the next two nights on the sand, surrounded by sea and jungle.

  • A day of rest and rejuvenation by the sea. Enjoy the resort’s spa, lounge beneath the palms, or simply let the rhythm of the waves carry you away.

  • On our way back to Santa Marta, we’ll stop at the beautiful Quebrada Valencia waterfalls for a refreshing dip before a farewell celebration at a local hotel. We’ll close our journey with one final evening in one of Latin America’s most enchanting coastal cities.

  • After breakfast, we bid farewell to Colombia’s Caribbean coast—departing with hearts full and memories that will last a lifetime.

COST

  • The full experience is $3,500 USD per participant, based on double occupancy. Single occupancy available upon request.

    Your experience includes:
    All accommodations, meals, transportation (including airport pickup and drop-off), and all scheduled activities/entrance fees.

    Not included:
    International flights to and from Colombia, alcoholic beverages, travel insurance, and personal spending for snacks or meals not specified in the itinerary.

  • We accept all major payment methods for your convenience — including credit and debit cards, bank transfers, and digital platforms such as Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, and Wise. You can also checkout through the link below. You may choose to apply for payment plan options through Klarna.

    Choose the option that works best for you and we’ll make the process simple and secure.

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PAYMENT PLANS

  • Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. Flexible payment plans are available for the remaining balance upon request.

    All balances must be paid in full 90 days prior to the tour start date.

    Please note that all payments are non-refundable. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in the event of unforeseen circumstances. For more information, visit the Travel Insurance section in our main menu.

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Join us to help conserve amphibians and reptiles in the Colombian Caribbean featured on the Santa Marta Tour.

We partner with Fundación Atelopus, a Colombian scientific nonprofit dedicated to protecting amphibians and reptiles in the Caribbean region. During our Santa Marta tour, you’ll join real researchers in the field to observe and learn about the Harlequin toad in its natural habitat. Learning about the threats it faces, and how local communities and traditional knowledge play a vital role in its conservation.

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