Holiday in Tayrona National Park
National park in Colombia — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇨🇴
Country
Colombia
Type
National park
Best time to travel
December to March and July to August (dry season, park not closed)
Budget/day
50-80€: Eco-lodge, restaurants, guided tours
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Santa Marta (approx. 13h with a layover), then 1h bus/colectivo to the park entrance.
About Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park on Colombia's Caribbean coast is a tropical paradise where the dense jungle of the Sierra Nevada meets white Caribbean beaches. The hike through the rainforest to the hidden coves of Cabo San Juan and La Piscina is one of the most beautiful beach experiences in South America. The park is also home to indigenous Kogi communities who have lived in harmony with nature here for centuries.
Top 4 highlights in Tayrona National Park
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Cabo San Juan
The legendary beach with the rock viewpoint and hammock camp is Tayrona's crown jewel.
La Piscina
The sheltered cove with turquoise, calm water is the best swimming spot in the park — like a natural pool.
Pueblito
The archaeological site of an ancient Tayrona town is hidden in the jungle — 2h hike from the beach.
Arrecifes to Cabo San Juan
The 2h jungle trail along the coast leads to several dream beaches and through lush rainforest.
Hotels in Tayrona National Park
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Reise-SIM für Tayrona National Park
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Tayrona National Park
Recommended travel time
December to March and July to August (dry season, park not closed)
Summer
Hot and tropical, 28-34°C, dry season Dec-Mar ideal
Winter
Rainy season Sep-Nov, park sometimes closes for 2-3 weeks for regeneration
How much does a holiday in Tayrona National Park cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
20-35€: Hammock at Cabo San Juan (10$), lunch pack, entrance (8$)
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
50-80€: Eco-lodge, restaurants, guided tours
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
150€+: Luxury eco-lodge Ecohab, private tours, boat transfer
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
The park closes annually for 2-3 weeks (usually in February) for regeneration — check beforehand!
Cheap colectivos from Santa Marta go to the entrance El Zaino — that's where the hike begins.
Sleeping in a hammock at Cabo San Juan at night is THE Tayrona experience — bring a mosquito net!
Swimming is prohibited at many beaches due to currents — La Piscina and Cabo San Juan are safe.
Food & drink in Tayrona National Park
These specialties you must try!
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