Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta Day Trip

Discover a rich diversity of exotic avifauna, lush mangroves, and endangered species on your journey through the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta. This excursion offers a unique opportunity to experience the breathtaking Colombian wetland.

Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta Day Trip

Your adventure begins at 6:30 am when we collect you from your accommodation in Santa Marta. We will travel by minibus to the western region of the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, an area renowned for its natural beauty surrounding the charming town of Ciénaga.

Our first stop will be at the mouth of the Sevilla River. Here, we will take a moment to observe the spectacular flight of exotic birds, including various species of cormorants, which are particularly abundant in the Magdalena region near Ciénaga. Be sure to have your cameras ready to capture these stunning creatures!

If fortune smiles upon us, we might also spot some Northern screamers, a threatened species crucial for the health of the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta's ecosystem. As we explore, we’ll delve deeper into the mangroves lining the lagoon, which have become a hallmark of this vibrant region.

Feeling hungry? Around midday, we’ll savor a traditional lunch featuring freshly caught local fish. Following our culinary experience, we will return to your hotel in Santa Marta by minibus, with an expected arrival time of 2:30 pm.

Hotel Pickup

This excursion includes hotel pickup from locations in Santa Marta, excluding the areas of Minca and Tangana.