Top Santa Marta Extreme Sports

We have guides from the region instructed by SENA, with years of experience. Trained to provide cultural, historical and anthropological information on indigenous communities and the area. We work hand in hand with indigenous and peasant communities. We are committed to supporting the development of the region through contributions that contribute to a better quality of life for the locals.

Trekking through the jungle to Colombia's Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) can be challenging for even experienced hikers. Journey in confidence on this small group guided tour (limited to 12 people) that takes you on an adventure—hiking for four days across varied terrain and through striking scenery—to a 9th-century indigenous archaeological site. Includes round-trip transportation from Santa Marta, accommodation, meals, and entrance fees.

It is the archaeological territory of an ancient Tayrona city located in the Sierra Nevada whose foundation is attributed to the year 800, many years before Machu Picchu. Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside made up of a network of tiled paths and small circular squares. Access to Ciudad Perdida is made by ascending some 1,200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region.

Visit a Colombian coffee farm and spend time at the Marinka Waterfalls with this private tour from the Santa Marta area. You'll spend time at Finca La Victoria, one of the oldest coffee farms in the country, where you'll learn all about coffee production and get to taste some brew yourself. You'll then continue to Minca, where you'll hike or take a 4x4 ride up to Marinka Waterfalls, perfect for swimming.

La Poza Sagrada, which is a natural pool of great importance for the indigenous people of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a place where you can take a refreshing swim and enjoy its crystal clear waters. We will finish the experience on the beautiful beaches of Mendihuaca where you will spend an afternoon of sun and beach in one of the most beautiful beaches in the city of Santa Marta.

Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) is the archaeological territory of an ancient Tayrona city located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta whose construction is attributed to the year 800 A.D. many years before Machu Picchu. The Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside formed by a network of tiled roads and small circular squares. Get to Ciudad Perdida is done by climbing some 1200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region, an adventure that begins in the city of Santa Marta and forces you to cross kilometers of mountain between rivers and jungle, an unforgettable experience that will allow you to meet the natives of the area, have an experience amid nature and live an extreme journey between the mountain and the sea.

The Maracuyá tour takes place in the vicinity of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, it will take you hiking through the El Paraíso Reserve in search of passion fruit. A perfect excursion for nature lovers! You will enjoy a fascinating day in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta while appreciating its flora and fauna. You will be able to have contact with passion fruit crops and share with locals. You will end the tour taking a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of the El Saltillo waterfall.

The Lost City Trek Colombia is one of the Colombian highlights for backpackers and outdoor lovers. This tour is operated in collaboration with Sierra Nevada native communities, so you will support the local economy while enjoying this amazing hike. At Howlanders we are travelers as you do, so we really know how to make the most of this experience: good guides, a good atmosphere, good vibes, and fellow travelers, so we all together enjoy it to the fullest. Be aware that this tour is not demanding when thinking about altitude or distances, but the conditions of the jungle make it a little harder. This effort is worthy and you will experience it once you get to the Lost City, which has remained virtually untouched for centuries. If you prefer to take the most popular and shorter version, take our 4 days tour: https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Marta/Los-City-Trek/d4520-120233P11

In this adventure you can enjoy the Marinka waterfall with its crystal clear waters, from there we go to Sierra Extrema where you will get to know the largest hammock in the world, while enjoying a drink offered by us (beer, soda, juice or water according to your taste) In addition to canopy activities that will allow them to fly for a 600mts journey over the mountain, this is a unique opportunity for you to live an experience full of adrenaline, transportation is by motorcycle or jeap 4x4 depending on the number of participants

Gotsezhy, which in Spanish means “Reborn”, is a Wiwa indigenous refuge located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This excursion consists of a trek to said refuge, where you can enjoy the best preserved landscapes, you will have the opportunity to explore rivers and completely disconnect from the outside world, you will be able to better understand their worldview and beliefs, through multiple activities, but above all the importance of ethnic and cultural diversity. The indigenous refuge also has an access that allows you to discover the majestic natural pool of the "Matuna" (El Encanto) waterfall, where you can take a bath in its refreshing waters, after only approximately 15 minutes of walking.

Its name is related to the stones with which its terraces were raised and some rock carvings that have been found. These seem to tell a story to those who visit this place, as if they were speaking to us. Bunkuany, the "place of the stones that speak". Although the archaeological complex of Bunkuany is less extensive than that of Ciudad Perdida, it has quite large terraces and, as happens with Ciudad Perdida or Teyuna, "The second Lost City" has several streams and rivers nearby, which makes to enjoy a refreshing swim while doing the Bunkuany tour.

Designed to provide an excellent mountain adventure accompanied by beautiful landscapes and surrounded by the wonderful ancestral cultures that still inhabit the imposing Sierra Nevada, the highest coastal mountain in the world. They will share with a Kogui community, a special community since their knowledge is of reflection before the means they inhabit, they have survived trying to maintain their customs, and they are considered the most peaceful group in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. It is a new, exclusive tour with few visitors on a day-to-day basis, having the legal permission to operate with the Koguis natives. We do community tourism by integrating the inhabitants and helping to combat poverty with daily departures. We present a large part of the Tayrona indigenous ancestral culture

Gotsezhy, which in Spanish means "Reborn", is a Wiwa indigenous refuge settled in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This excursion consists of a trekking to said refuge, where you can enjoy the best preserved landscapes, you will have the opportunity to explore rivers and totally disconnect from the outside world, you will be able to better understand its cosmic vision and beliefs, through multiple activities, but above all. all the importance of ethnic and cultural diversity. The indigenous refuge also has an access that allows only about 15 minutes of walking to discover the majestic natural pool of the “Matuna” waterfall (El Encanto), where you can take a bath in its refreshing waters.

On this tour we will visit one of the first beaches belonging to the Tayrona National Natural Park, just 30 minutes from Santa Marta by car, it is located approximately 12 km from the city. Its crystal clear waters are perfect for spending a great day at the beach, it is perfect for snorkeling, hiking and getting a good tan. This beach is an opportunity to relax, enjoy the sea, swim and have fun with your family or friends. Also, the conditions of this beach allow you to snorkel.

The Lost City Tour Colombia is one of the most amazing trekking in all of South America, this plan is clearly designed for all those lovers of adventure, nature, history and culture. Here you will find a natural paradise where you can appreciate countless endemic species of fauna and flora, discover the pre-Columbian history that took place in this archeological zone, learn about countless unique and unparalleled landscapes and live unforgettable experiences. Disconnect from everything for 4 or 5 days and connect with Mother Nature.

A perfect combination between nature, adventure and culture. A tour where you will walk trails of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, with opportunities to swim in the natural pools, contemplate the beautiful sunrises and sunsets and learn about the indigenous culture of the area. A unique experience to visit the sacred city of the Tayrona Indians, a great civilization that inhabited the Sierra Nevada. IMPORTANT: By order of the peasant and indigenous communities, it is an essential requirement to perform the Covid-19 test. In case of not presenting this proof, the traveler will not be able to take the tour

Gotsezhy, which in Spanish means “Reborn”, is a Wiwa indigenous refuge settled in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This excursion consists of a trekking to said refuge, where you can enjoy the best preserved landscapes, you will have the opportunity to explore rivers and totally disconnect from the outside world, you can better understand their worldview and beliefs, through multiple activities, but above all the importance of ethnic and cultural diversity. The indigenous refuge also has an access that allows only about 15 minutes of walking to discover the majestic natural pool of the “Matuna” waterfall (El Encanto), where you can take a bath in its refreshing waters.

This tour gives us the opportunity to immerse ourselves in a fascinating journey along the route of the "Tayrona" in an adventure through the extensive characteristic humid tropical forest and recharged with an invaluable biological wealth. In this tour we will learn about the customs of the Peasant Community, the Koguis and Arhuacos ethnic groups, heirs of the “Tayrona”, who still inhabit the territory and preserve their traditions.

The Maracuyá tour takes place in the vicinity of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, more specifically in the lower part of the “Jolonura” region in a reserve called “Paraíso”, there you will be able to enjoy a total connection with the nature, share stories and experiences of the ancestors, you can watch birds and howler monkeys endemic to the region, enjoy beautiful waterfalls and plant a tree as a testimony of your visit to this place and offering to mother nature. The inhabitants of the area live from the cultivation of fruit trees, so during the excursion you will find cocoa, mango, lemon, mamon, mandarin, plantain, banana, among others.

Explore the tropical landscapes of Tayrona National Park at your own pace on a private trip to Playa Cristal—hailed as the park's most beautiful beach—from Santa Marta. Opting for a private tour not only guarantees the undivided attention of your guide, but also gives you the freedom to customize your itinerary. Plus, your guide will take you to lesser-known lookout points that you might otherwise have missed.

Knowing the best hiking trails for insight into Colombia’s cultural heritage can be tricky. Eliminate the need for advance planning and discover Colombia’s Lost City on a 5-day trek from Santa Marta, passing traditional villages and natural landmarks along the way. Transfer to the rural start point in El Mamey with ease by 4-wheel drive, and avoid hidden costs with meals, accommodation, and entrance fees included as per itinerary.

This excursion is called "Chocoserrano" since this is one of the products derived from cocoa that you can find in the place. It is a 100% organic and artisan table chocolate, enriched with natural aromas that recreate the flavors of the Sierra on the palate. There you will be able to enjoy the plantations and the subsequent transformation of the raw material, led by local women and always accompanied by suitable personnel who will immerse you in this wonderful world called "cocoa". You can also find products such as cocoa mix, granola, nougat, brownie and chocolate bread, made in the territory by peasant families. This cocoa is highly beneficial for health, it is a unique cocoa in the world for its low content of cadmium, a metal considered toxic and polluting.

Let's go to La Candelaria farm, a cozy and an authentic Colombian organic chocolate farm located 3200 ft above sea level, here you will be stunned with the tremendously amazing views, and also, you will learn how milk chocolate (and other types of chocolate) are prepared from the seed. In addition, you will be able to relax and enjoy the refreshing and pristine waters of Marinka waterfalls, undoubtedly the most gorgeous waterfalls in the area. Highlights: - Learn how organic chocolate is made from the seed. - Put your hands to work and make the milk chocolate yourself. - Perfect tour for families with +4 year old kids. - Avoid the crowds: Private car and guide just for you and your companions. - Hidden gem: this is a hard-to-find destination due to its location. - No hidden or extra fees: The only thing you have to worry about is your food (breakfast or lunch), the rest is included.

This Quad bike tour designed for two people. Explore the beauty of the jungle in this one of a kind private tour around Minca. Learn about coffee and experience nature and waterfalls on a cool quadbike ride around the mountains. Relax with a yoga class next to the river and enjoy a delicious lunch by the pool. A private tour guide and driver will lead you to the perfect mountain day that you'll remember for a lifetime!