Minca Waterfalls Hiking Tour
Tour Details
At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Santa Marta, or we'll meet directly at Minca. This small town, considered the ecological capital of the Sierra Nevada, is home to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the region and is the perfect place to start our adventure. Let's go!
From our meeting point, we'll board an off-roading vehicle that will take us along paths filled with flora and fauna, crossing the humid tropical jungle. Then, we'll start our hiking route. First, we'll walk for 20 minutes toward the Marinka Waterfalls 1 and 2, both standing at 98 ft (30 m) tall. You'll have the chance to take a dip for 1 hour in each waterfall and enjoy the environment surrounded by tropical jungle.
We'll continue our hike for 50 minutes toward the Oído del Mundo waterfall, a sacred space for indigenous communities in the Sierra Nevada. You'll feel a complete connection in this site filled with symbolism.
After 1 hour of free time where you can swim in the waterfall's waters, we'll walk for 45 minutes to Casa Jocolate, where we'll enjoy a delicious homemade lunch with vegetarian and vegan options.
After lunch, we'll enjoy an artisanal chocolate workshop, an immersive and sensorial experience where you can activate all of your senses and connect with the essence of the Sierra Nevada. In this workshop, you'll taste Bailey's and caramelized cacao and create your own chocolate bar.
Finally, we'll return to the initial meeting point, where we'll say our goodbyes after a total of 8 to 9.5 hours.
Pickup & Schedule
During the booking process, you need to indicate if you want to start the tour from Minca or Santa Marta:
- Tour from Santa Marta: we'll pick you up from your hotel in Santa Marta between 7:45 am and 9:20 am
- Tour from Minca: we'll meet at Puente de Minca at 9:40 am
More Information
Duration
8h - 9h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off (only for tour from Santa Marta)
Transport by minibus or bus (only for tour from Santa Marta)
Transport by off–roading vehicle
English–speaking guide
Admission to waterfalls
Lunch
Cacao workshop
When to book?
You can book up until 4 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Are there any requirements to participate in this activity?
A - To participate in this activity, you need to be in good physical condition, as the walk is of medium difficulty.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - Your safety is our priority. Civitatis works with certified providers for reliable and safe adventures. More information
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Sendaria Travel Corporate name: Christian Camilo Diaz Orozco Registered Office: Minca sector las minas, Santa Marta, Colombia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 1082838765 Contact information Email: sendaria.info@gmail.com Phone: +57 3045367798
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.