Coffee, Waterfalls & Panoramic Views in the Sierra Nevada
Highlights:
✔️ Begin your day in Minca with local coffee and homemade chocolate bread.
✔️ Visit Marinka Waterfalls, a stunning two-tier cascade tucked into the forest.
✔️ Take a refreshing swim beneath the waterfalls.
✔️ Discover Sierra Minca, an eco-lodge with breathtaking panoramic views.
✔️ Relax in giant hammocks and capture photos at the famous “big hands” and “big heart.”
✔️ Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch in a mountaintop setting.
✔️ Add adventure with an optional zipline ride above the treetops (extra cost).
Escape into the heart of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta with this guided day tour that combines coffee, waterfalls, and spectacular mountain views.
Your adventure begins in Minca town, where you’ll be welcomed with a cup of freshly brewed local coffee and a slice of homemade chocolate bread—a delicious start to your day in the mountains.
The first stop is Marinka Waterfalls, one of Minca’s most famous natural attractions. Surrounded by lush forest, this two-tier cascade is both breathtaking and refreshing. Capture photos at the upper falls and enjoy a rejuvenating swim beneath the lower falls, where the cool waters create a natural jungle retreat.
From there, continue to Sierra Minca, an eco-lodge perched 1,000 meters above sea level. Known for its sweeping views of Santa Marta Bay and the surrounding mountains, this spot is a highlight of any trip to the region. Here, you can unwind in the giant hammocks, explore creative photo spots like the “big hands” and “big heart”, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch in a peaceful mountaintop setting (drinks available for purchase).
For those seeking an extra thrill, you can opt for a zipline ride that soars above the jungle canopy—an unforgettable way to experience Minca’s wild beauty from a new perspective.
This tour is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and adventure seekers who want to discover why Minca has become one of the most popular destinations in the Sierra Nevada.
Departure time: 8:30 AM – Hotel pick-up in Santa Marta
Arrival in Minca: Start your day with a local coffee and a slice of homemade chocolate bread before heading into the mountains.
Visit Marinka Waterfalls: Admire the two-step cascade, with the opportunity to swim in the natural pools and enjoy the peaceful surroundings
Enjoy Sierra Minca for Lunch and Relaxation: Relax at the eco-lodge, enjoy breathtaking views of Santa Marta Bay, unwind in hammocks, and savor lunch (drinks available for purchase)
Return time: Approximately 5:00 PM – Return to Santa Marta