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Tayrona Park: Experience Crystal Clear Waters at Playa Cristal, Santa Marta's Natural Wonder
4.5
83 Ratings
Santa Marta
Experience the crystal clear waters of Playa Cristal in Tayrona Park. Snorkel and dive to observe the marine wealth of this natural wonder in Santa Marta.
Experience the crystal clear waters of Playa Cristal in Tayrona Park. Snorkel and dive to observe the marine wealth of this natural wonder in Santa Marta.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Santa Marta - - We start our tour at 05:00 am leaving the city of Santa Marta in a land vehicle for 1hr and 20mins to the entrance of Tayrona NNP, Neguanje.
- Tayrona National Park - - When we arrive at the ticket office we will watch a short institutional video with recommendations for the care of the park.
- Once the institutional video is…
- Santa Marta - - We start our tour at 05:00 am leaving the city of Santa Marta in a land vehicle for 1hr and 20mins to the entrance of Tayrona NNP, Neguanje.
- Tayrona National Park - - When we arrive at the ticket office we will watch a short institutional video with recommendations for the care of the park.
- Once the institutional video is finished, we will continue in the vehicle towards Playa 7 Olas.
- At the iconic 7 Olas viewpoint, we will stop to take pictures and appreciate the place, after which we will continue in the vehicle to Playa Neguanje.
- Upon arrival at Playa Neguanje, we will board a boat to Playa Cristal for a 10-minute ride.
- Playa Cristal - - When we arrive at Playa Cristal we will have free time to rest, swim and if you wish access to the services that are offered on the beach such as snorkeling or kayaking (services not included).
- Approximately between 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm we will return to Neguanje to board the vehicle for Santa Marta.
- We arrive in the city of Santa Marta between 4:00 pm and 4:30 pm to finish the tour.
What's Included
- Professional Guide Spanish Language
- Medical Insurance
- Entrance fee (Tayrona Park)
- Transport by bus
- Sea Transport
- Professional Guide Spanish Language
- Medical Insurance
- Entrance fee (Tayrona Park)
- Transport by bus
- Sea Transport
What's Not Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Migration tax (50.000 COP)
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Migration tax (50.000 COP)
Additional Information
Playa Cristal is one of the natural wonders of Santa Marta, being a small bay located in the Tayrona National Natural Park, bathed by a beautiful crystalline sea that at times gives a magical combination of colors worthy of being observed and awarded as one of the best beaches in all America. On the other hand, its calm waters with a fresh climate, make…
Playa Cristal is one of the natural wonders of Santa Marta, being a small bay located in the Tayrona National Natural Park, bathed by a beautiful crystalline sea that at times gives a magical combination of colors worthy of being observed and awarded as one of the best beaches in all America. On the other hand, its calm waters with a fresh climate, make this a place of enjoyment and relaxation. Its name alludes to the purity of its waters; it is one of the most beautiful beaches within the Tayrona Park, ideal for snorkeling and diving since it allows you to observe all the marine wealth that composes it.
Location
Parque de los Novios
Calle 20
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(83 Ratings)
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X4396ovjennifera
Jan 4, 2025
Tayrona on exceptional sailboat!!! - Very delii everything, we left from the marina of Santa Marta during the journey give drinks, snacks and lunch... super important hahah we were all day in the sea and back we saw the sunset, the best Santa Marta has without any doubt!!!
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Luisae5387yn
Jul 6, 2024
It's a blue charm... - Playa Cristal is the evocation of paradise, its clear waters reflect that there are clean and very natural spas. It is an unmissable plan when you visit Santa Marta and yearn only to find peace and find a lot of silence 🏖️🌊.
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816sebasti_nv
May 6, 2024
Excellent. Super recommended! - They provided us with excellent service, with a very good guide who gave the explanations. Super punctual. And as for Playa Cristal, it is a setting of great natural beauty; You can do an activity to see the corals. We loved everything!
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381marthai
May 1, 2024
I slept and rested - The best thing was sleeping at the Hostal Olas Club in Neguanje and going early to the crystal beach, comfortable rooms with air conditioning and private bathroom
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Andese2025
Feb 14, 2025
Tayrona National Park beach: a perfect blend of nature and tranquility - Visiting Tayrona National Park was easily one of the best moments of my trip to Colombia. The beaches here are absolutely stunning: think golden sands, crystal clear waters and lush green mountains as a backdrop. It was like entering a tropical paradise.
Cabo San Juan, in particular, is the most popular beach, and for good reason. It is a small walk to get there (about 2 hours from the main entrance), but the trip is worth every step. The trail takes you through dense forests with occasional glimpses of the ocean, and the sound of birds and nature around you makes it an experience in itself.
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U1461mtcarolinam
Oct 23, 2024
Recommended - Good advice to choose the destination indicating for our family, a great experience, punctuality and very good guides which told us a little more of the history of our destination
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326f_lixc
Sep 24, 2024
Great! - Superb beach that is worth the trip with our 2 young daughters. Transport and very well organized. The friendly guides.
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Mariang_licau2021
Jul 3, 2024
Recommended. - Overall I really enjoyed the experience. The guides are very friendly and passionate when commenting on Tayrona Park and the beach we visited.
Silver Crystal is very nice, the water is crystal clear, one swims with fish around. The coral area is beautiful, it has great variety. I loved the coral fan, a delight to see. Spectacular for children because there is no strong wave.
Something that I think is great is that the prices of the whole beach are unified, so they can not overcharge you. In addition there are no tiresome vendors who chase you all over the beach, in general the attention is friendly and respectful.
The only thing that would improve would be the logistics of collection. It's unclear when they come close. They told me to be in the park the bride and groom at 7:15, but picked me up on another street at almost 8am. So I was waiting a long time standing on a street with my daughter.
All the rest, super.
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235finnw
Mar 11, 2025
Could be better - If you are looking for a tour that offers you a caribean beach you should book this tour. However, if you except like me to get a ton of information about the Park, Indigenous, Plants and Animals than you should definitely book a different tour. The beach/ocean is nice though but not what expected and hoped for.
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957cristiang
Jul 14, 2024
Playa Cristal - The road to Santa Marta was very difficult. From there we took a boat to Crystal Beach. For an hour I broke my back with the huge waves. I understood that these waves are constant. The beach itself is beautiful. Everything costs and no little. Bad Colombian food.
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