250 PARQUE TAYRONA
Parque Tayrona
Just 30 minutes east of Santa Marta sits one of Colombia’s destinations that is
most visited by foreigners. Parque Tayrona is an amazing area of jungle and
beach. Parque Tayrona possesses spectacular beaches that get better around
every corner. Parque Tayrona can only be accessed by a beautiful adventurous
hike or by boat for the lazy ones. Many accommodations can be found
throughout the park from budget to very expensive. Parque Tayrona can be
divided into eastern and western sections. The eastern side is the more tourist
visited area with more accommodations and accessibility. The western side is
more of an adventure to reach and with few amenities. If you like the outdoors
and the beach, Parque Tayrona MUST be visited on your Colombian vacation.
GETTING TO PARQUE TAYRONA
From Taganga
Boat
Go down to the beach and go to the second or third hut on the left if you're
facing the beach. There are a few men running boats for tourists. The cost
should be in the neighborhood of 35,000 COP. This is each way and you must pay
the park entry fee upon arrival.
Shuttle
Jose Cadena runs a shuttle that picks up travelers at their hostels and takes them
to Tayrona every day for 15,000 COP, contact Jose or ask at your hostel for help,
310-721-8777.
Taxi
Get a small group and pay in the neighborhood of 60,000 COP for four people.