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Cabo San Juan del Guía

Cabo San Juan Boat Tour, Tayrona Park

The most popular beach in Tayrona, without the hike: straight there by sea.

Departure point9:30 a.m. · Bay of Santa Marta
Estimated return3:30 p.m.
Crossing1 hour crossing
DurationFull day
Price per person$210.000 COP
One way$140.000 ida · $100.000 regreso

About this tour

The Cabo San Juan Boat Tour, Tayrona Park is a full-day boat trip from the Bay of Santa Marta to Cabo San Juan del Guía, in Tayrona National Natural Park. It leaves at 9:30 a.m., returns around 3:30 p.m., costs $210.000 COP per person and includes return boat transport, Tayrona Park insurance and travel insurance.

Visit the most popular beach in Tayrona Park, walk the trails to other beaches and enjoy the nature and lookouts with beautiful views. After an hour at sea from the Bay of Santa Marta you land right at Cabo San Juan, without the demanding hike overland.

Included

  • Return boat transport
  • Tayrona Park insurance
  • Travel insurance

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Anything not listed above
The most popular beach Trails and lookouts Direct arrival by sea

Before you travel

  • Meeting point: Calle 22 # 1, Bahía de Santa Marta. Arrive 30 minutes before 9:30 a.m.
  • Luggage up to 15 kg per passenger; anything over that has a charge by weight. Bring covers: things get wet on the boat.
  • Children under 5 only pay the park insurance. Message us on WhatsApp to book them.
  • We do not carry pregnant women or adults over 65; anyone who travels that way does so at their own responsibility. Tell us about any health condition.
  • Cancel 24 hours or more in advance for a full deposit refund or a change of booking.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Cabo San Juan Boat Tour, Tayrona Park cost?

$210.000 COP per person. You book by paying a 30% deposit online ($63.000 per person) and pay the rest on the day of the tour.

What time does it leave and return, and where do we meet?

It leaves at 9:30 a.m. from the Bay of Santa Marta, Calle 22 # 1; please arrive thirty minutes early. It returns around 3:30 p.m., an estimate that depends on the sea.

How long is the boat ride?

About 1 hour each way, on open sea.

What is included?

Included: return boat transport, Tayrona Park insurance and travel insurance. Not included: lunch, drinks and anything not listed above.

Can I book a one-way trip?

Yes. The outbound trip costs $140.000 COP and the return $100.000 COP, for people staying overnight in the park.

What happens if the park is closed or the sea is too rough?

Tayrona Park closes 1–15 February, 1–15 June and 19 October–2 November 2026. If a departure is cancelled because of the sea, the port authority or a park closure, the tour is rescheduled at no extra cost.

Can I cancel?

Yes. If you cancel 24 hours or more in advance, we refund the full deposit or change your booking. With less than 24 hours' notice the deposit is non-refundable.

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