Cinto & Cristal Beaches Day Trip from Santa Marta

The transfer can be bumpy, so it's best to take motion sickness medication, but it's well worth it to enjoy these beauti...

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On this trip to the beaches of Cinto and Cristal from Santa Marta, we'll take you to two of the most beautiful bays in the Tayrona National Park. It's time to enjoy the Colombian Caribbean!

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus or bus and speedboat
English–speaking guide
Food and drink

Not included

Insurance for access to national parks: 10000COP per person

When to book

You can book up to 8 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 18 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Minca Day Trip

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Tayrona Park Day Trip

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Santa Marta Free Tour

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Reviews of our customers

7.9

Very good 409 Travelers·33 reviews

July 16, 2026
Lorena
Monterrey, Mexico
The transfer can be bumpy, so it's best to take motion sickness medication, but it's well worth it to enjoy these beautiful beaches, the delicious foo...
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January 7, 2026
Kimberlyn
Alajuela, Costa Rica
I took the boat in front of the beach; the organization was very basic and without explanations or agenda. The boat ride is pleasant, although it can ...
Traveling solo
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November 14, 2025
Nohemy
Bogotá, Colombia
The activity was perfect. They picked us up on time at the hotel and fulfilled everything specified in the tour. It was a fantastic experience, highly...
As a couple
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July 8, 2025
Rodrigo
Montreal, Canada
A great activity, excellent transportation and staff. At lunch, it would be helpful to inform tourists that the only fish option available at lunch is...
As a couple
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January 28, 2025
Maria Belen
Argentina
Cinto and Cristal beaches are truly amazing. I think they are a must-see in Santa Marta. Now, for those who are impressed, the boat trip is scary. Als...
As a couple
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January 7, 2025
Cinthya
Guayaquil, Ecuador
The tour provider was very organized and did everything on time. I highly recommend Playa Cinto, the water is crystal clear and it is a beach to enjoy...
As a couple
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August 14, 2023
Dante Valdivia
New Jersey, United States
Mr. Max, a very kind person, picked us up at the hotel at the stipulated time. The 45-minute boat ride was excellent with a lot of adrenaline and the ...
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July 12, 2024
Cesar Alejandro
Cali, Colombia
Spectacular. Super recommended
As a couple
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October 25, 2023
María ángeles
Spain
Cinto Bay is beautiful, we recommend it. Playa Cristal also but it is a little saturated with tourists so you cannot fully appreciate its beauty.
With friends
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September 8, 2023
Daniela
Santiago, Chile
Everything was great, very friendly Marlon and all the people who take you to the beaches, very good disposition and everything beautiful and deliciou...
As a couple
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Day Trip Options

When making your booking, you can choose between one of the following options:

Cinto & Cristal Beaches Day Trip

We'll come to pick you up from your hotel in Santa Marta at the time indicated and we'll head towards the coast to board a speedboat that will take us to the beaches of Cinto and Cristal. Let's go!

We'll sail for around 45 minutes, enjoying the views that the Colombian Caribbean coast has to offer and arrive at Playa Cinto. Once there, you'll have two hours of free time to swim and sunbathe at this bay belonging to the Tayrona National Park. Its calm nature and the vegetation that surrounds it make it one of the best beaches in the area.

Back on board the boat, we'll head to Playa Cristal. Did you know that it gets its name from its clear and clean waters? You'll have approximately 3 hours free to relax in this incredible paradise. You'll be able to get a tan, take a dip and take a stroll along the fine golden sand.

Lunch at a beach restaurant is also included. The menu includes a starter, main and side, and a drink.

After a 9-hour trip, we'll drop you off at your hotel in Santa Marta.

Cristal Beach Day Trip

With this option, we'll follow the same itinerary as the above option, except that a visit to Playa Cinto will not be paid. This way, you'll have more time to visit and take in the paradisiacal beach of Cristal.

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes pickup from hotels in Santa Marta, Rodadero and Bello Horizonte. Please be aware that pickup time is between 8:30 am and 9 am, and the speedboat departs at 9:30 am.

7.9

Very good 409 Travelers·33 reviews

July 16, 2026
Lorena
Monterrey, Mexico
The transfer can be bumpy, so it's best to take motion sickness medication, but it's well worth it to enjoy these beautiful beaches, the delicious foo...
With friends
Is this useful?
January 7, 2026
Kimberlyn
Alajuela, Costa Rica
I took the boat in front of the beach; the organization was very basic and without explanations or agenda. The boat ride is pleasant, although it can ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
November 14, 2025
Nohemy
Bogotá, Colombia
The activity was perfect. They picked us up on time at the hotel and fulfilled everything specified in the tour. It was a fantastic experience, highly...
As a couple
Is this useful?
July 8, 2025
Rodrigo
Montreal, Canada
A great activity, excellent transportation and staff. At lunch, it would be helpful to inform tourists that the only fish option available at lunch is...
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 28, 2025
Maria Belen
Argentina
Cinto and Cristal beaches are truly amazing. I think they are a must-see in Santa Marta. Now, for those who are impressed, the boat trip is scary. Als...
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 7, 2025
Cinthya
Guayaquil, Ecuador
The tour provider was very organized and did everything on time. I highly recommend Playa Cinto, the water is crystal clear and it is a beach to enjoy...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 14, 2023
Dante Valdivia
New Jersey, United States
Mr. Max, a very kind person, picked us up at the hotel at the stipulated time. The 45-minute boat ride was excellent with a lot of adrenaline and the ...
Is this useful?
July 12, 2024
Cesar Alejandro
Cali, Colombia
Spectacular. Super recommended
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 25, 2023
María ángeles
Spain
Cinto Bay is beautiful, we recommend it. Playa Cristal also but it is a little saturated with tourists so you cannot fully appreciate its beauty.
With friends
Is this useful?
September 8, 2023
Daniela
Santiago, Chile
Everything was great, very friendly Marlon and all the people who take you to the beaches, very good disposition and everything beautiful and deliciou...
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Day Trip Options

When making your booking, you can choose between one of the following options:

Cinto & Cristal Beaches Day Trip

Lunch at a beach restaurant is also included. The menu includes a starter, main and side, and a drink.

After a 9-hour trip, we'll drop you off at your hotel in Santa Marta.

Cristal Beach Day Trip

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes pickup from hotels in Santa Marta, Rodadero and Bello Horizonte. Please be aware that pickup time is between 8:30 am and 9 am, and the speedboat departs at 9:30 am.

Cinto & Cristal Beaches Day Trip