Tayrona Park Entrance: Gateway to Paradise
Discover Tayrona Park: Where rainforest meets the Caribbean coast. Explore pristine beaches, ancient ruins, and vibrant ecosystems in Colombia's natural paradise.
The Tayrona Park entrance, near Santa Marta, Colombia, marks the beginning of an unforgettable journey into one of South America's most stunning ecological reserves. Here, the Sierra Nevada mountains meet the Caribbean coast, offering a diverse landscape of beaches, rainforest, and archaeological ruins.
A brief summary to Tayrona Park entrance
- Santa Marta, Magdalena, CO
- Visit website
- Monday 7 am-3 am
- Tuesday 7 am-3 am
- Wednesday 7 am-3 am
- Thursday 7 am-3 am
- Friday 7 am-3 am
- Saturday 7 am-3 am
- Sunday 7 am-3 am
Local tips
- Arrive early, especially during peak season, to avoid long queues at the entrance.
- Bring plenty of cash, as card payments are not accepted at the entrance or within the park.
- Pack comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and plenty of water.
- Consider staying overnight in the park to fully experience its beauty and avoid the crowds.
- Check the park's official website for closure dates, as it closes several times a year for ecological reasons and at the request of the Kogi people.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Santa Marta, take a bus from the public market on Carrera 9 towards Tayrona Park. The bus fare is approximately 12,000 COP, and the journey takes about an hour. Inform the driver that you want to get off at the Tayrona Park entrance (El Zaino). Alternatively, buses are available from Palomino or Riohacha, heading towards Santa Marta, and will drop you off at the park entrance. The price from Palomino is around 8,000 COP.
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Taxi
A taxi from Santa Marta to the Tayrona Park entrance costs around 60,000 COP. Negotiate the price with the driver before getting in. From the Santa Marta airport, you can book a private transfer for more comfort.
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Shuttle
Once inside the El Zaino entrance, a shuttle is available to take you closer to the trailhead for approximately 5,000 COP. This saves about 30 minutes of walking on a dirt road.
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Boat
Boats depart from Taganga to Cabo San Juan. The one-way trip takes about 50 minutes and costs around 50,000 COP. Upon arrival at Cabo San Juan, you will still need to pay the park entrance fee.
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Unmissable attractions to see
Taquilla El Zaino
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Playa Arenilla
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Tayrona Park
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Playa La Piscina
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La Piscina Parque Tayrona
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