Karibik & Kolumbien Express

Karibik & Kolumbien Express

• Trip code: 444X107
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Classic

Take it from us — the nature of Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. On this one-week trip packed with active highlights and laid-back moments, you’ll get the best of beach relaxation and wilderness exploration. Beach time and Tayrona National Park are on the bill here, including chances for hikes down picturesque trails and spending time with an Indigenous community to learn about their customs and traditions. Get back to nature in the jungle town of Minca — it’s the great outdoors with a chill Caribbean twist.

Übersicht

Group Leader

CEO während der ganzen Reise, lokale Guides

Meals Included

7 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD250-325 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Start / Finish

Cartagena nach Santa Marta

Transport

Privatfahrzeug, öffentlicher Bus, zu Fuß

Group Size Notes

Max. 16, im Schnitt 12

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Accommodation

Hotels/Pensionen (7 N)

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Katanzama Community Visit, Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. City tour in Cartagena. Tayrona National Park hike with local guide (5hrs). Taganga orientation walk. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Optional Activities

Cartagena
- Besuch im Goldmuseum (7000COP pro Person)
- Besuch des Museums für moderne Kunst (Museo de Arte Moderno) (5000COP pro Person)
- Besuch des Karibischen Marinemuseums (6000COP pro Person)
- Nächtliche Chivafahrt (80000COP pro Person)
- Besuch des Palasts der Inquisition (Museum) (30000COP pro Person)

Taganga
- Playa Grande
- Schnorcheln (150000COP pro Person)

Santa Marta
- Goldmuseum Santa Marta (Gratis)
- Quinta San Pedro Alejandrino (23000COP pro Person)

Highlights

Chille an der Küste zu karibischen Klängen, wandere mit einem indigenen Guide durch den Dschungel, lerne in Minca die Einheimischen und ihren Kaffee kennen, lass dir frischen Fisch und kolumbianische Spezialitäten schmecken, besuche eine indigene Gemeinschaft und lerne ihre Kultur kennen

Introduction

Take it from us — the nature of Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. On this one-week trip packed with active highlights and laid-back moments, you’ll get the best of beach relaxation and wilderness exploration. Beach time and Tayrona National Park are on the bill here, including chances for hikes down picturesque trails and spending time with an Indigenous community to learn about their customs and traditions. Get back to nature in the jungle town of Minca — it’s the great outdoors with a chill Caribbean twist

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Cartagena

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Cartagena

Genieße eine Besichtigung der kolonialen befestigten Stadt und ihrer Verteidigungsanlagen, ein UNESCO-Welterbe. Nutze die Zeit zur freien Verfügung und genieße den Strand, die Stadt und den karibischen Flair

Day 3 Cartagena/Minca

Reise in die Kleinstadt Minca und nutze die Zeit zur freien Verfügung, um dich umzusehen und die frische Bergluft zu genießen

Day 4 Minca to Tayrona National Park Area

Leave Minca behind as the group heads into the Tayrona National Park area to spend the day visiting a nearby indigenous community. Gain insights into the rich traditional cultures of this region, and the Arhuacos. Enjoy a textile weaving demonstration by members of local families in the Katanzama community. Afterwards, transfer to your accommodations just outside Tayrona National Park, where you will have free time to enjoy the property and its amenities. Relax in a nearby hammock, find a local restaurant for dinner, and enjoy the cool ocean breeze

Day 5 Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona

Head into Tayrona National Park for a moderate hike with a local guide. This is a perfect opportunity to experience nature and learn a little more about the rich, natural diversity of northern Colombia. Lunch is included during your hike. Afterwards, the group will travel the short distance to our nearby accommodations and spend free time unwinding after a full day of exploring this stunning national park

Day 6 Tayrona National Park Area / Taganga

In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Santa Marta. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival

Day 7 Santa Marta

With a free day at leisure in Santa Marta, explore the city on foot or enjoy time by the water. This evening, join your group for an optional night out

Day 8 Santa Marta

Abreise zu jeder Zeit möglich

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Cartagena

Day 2 Cartagena

Bitte beachte, dass warmes Wasser in der karibischen Region Kolumbiens nur selten verfügbar ist. Die Duschen während deines Aufenthalts in dieser Region verfügen daher wahrscheinlich nur über kaltes Wasser

Day 3 Cartagena/Minca

Please note that if the group is full, we may be required to use multi-share rooms in Minca due to the small size of this unique hotel.

Day 4 Minca to Tayrona National Park Area

Day 5 Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona

Please note that Tayrona National Park will be closed on certain dates in February, June, October, and November. See the Important Notes section of your tour for more details. The indigenous groups in the area believe that mother nature needs a month of rest, and maintenance to the park is done during this time. If your trip falls during these dates, you will visit Taironaka Park, where you will tube down the Don Diego River, connect with the local Kogi people and learn about their cultural practices

Day 6 Tayrona National Park Area / Taganga

Day 7 Santa Marta

Day 8 Santa Marta