{"id":6160,"date":"2026-07-19T18:11:53","date_gmt":"2026-07-19T18:11:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cielo.travel\/?post_type=colombia-tours&p=6160"},"modified":"2026-09-07T23:13:46","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T23:13:46","slug":"recorrido-privado-en-bote-por-las-playas-de-santa-marta-santo-cristo-inca-inca-playa-blanca","status":"publish","type":"colombia-tours","link":"https:\/\/cielo.travel\/es\/colombia-tours\/santa-marta-beaches-private-boat-tour-santo-cristo-inca-inca-playa-blanca\/","title":{"rendered":"Tour privado en lancha por las playas de Santa Marta: Santo Cristo, Inca Inca y Playa Blanca"},"content":{"rendered":"

Las ensenadas y los cabos que las playas de la ciudad no te muestran<\/span><\/h2>\n

Un tour privado en lancha por las playas de Santa Marta es la forma m\u00e1s directa de llegar a lo que realmente es la costa del Caribe aqu\u00ed, que es bastante distinto de lo que ves desde el malec\u00f3n de la ciudad. Santa Marta est\u00e1 al pie de la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta y se abre a una bah\u00eda que, para los est\u00e1ndares del Caribe urbano, es razonablemente limpia. Pero las playas que le dan su reputaci\u00f3n a esta costa no son las de la ciudad. Son las ensenadas y los cabos a los que solo se llega en lancha, Playa Santo Cristo, Inca Inca y Playa Blanca, donde el agua corre clara sobre arena blanca en bah\u00edas protegidas, sin acceso por carretera y sin m\u00e1s desarrollo que la infraestructura b\u00e1sica de un restaurante de playa y algo de sombra.<\/span><\/p>\n

El litoral: de la Sierra Nevada al mar<\/span><\/h2>\n

El recorrido en lancha desde el puerto de Santa Marta te lleva por una costa que pasa del frente urbano a un tramo de laderas verdes que caen directo al mar. La Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, que se levanta detr\u00e1s de la ciudad hasta m\u00e1s de 5.700 metros, define toda la geograf\u00eda costera de aqu\u00ed. Las monta\u00f1as atrapan la lluvia, alimentan los r\u00edos y crean las condiciones para la densa vegetaci\u00f3n tropical que hace que este tramo de la costa Caribe se vea como se ve: cerros verdes atr\u00e1s, agua turquesa adelante y playas blancas donde los dos se encuentran.<\/span><\/p>\n

Las playas: tres paradas, una tarde larga<\/span><\/h2>\n

Playa Santo Cristo<\/span><\/h3>\n

La primera parada: una playa enmarcada por bosque tropical, con esa calma que solo tiene un lugar al que \u00fanicamente se llega por agua. Caminas por la playa y nadas antes de que la lancha siga.<\/span><\/p>\n

Inca Inca<\/span><\/h3>\n

Una parada m\u00e1s corta para tomar algo y aprovechar esa luz particular del mediod\u00eda que hace que el agua del Caribe salga como sale en las fotos.<\/span><\/p>\n

Playa Blanca<\/span><\/h3>\n

La \u00faltima parada y la m\u00e1s larga, donde la tarde se estira sin que se le exija nada en particular. Sillas de playa bajo las palmeras, el agua del Caribe a la mano en cualquier momento y un almuerzo tradicional en el restaurante de la playa cuando el d\u00eda empieza a cerrarse.<\/span><\/p>\n

Almuerzo en Playa Blanca: vale la pena planearlo<\/span><\/h2>\n

El almuerzo no est\u00e1 incluido en el precio del tour, pero vale la pena planearlo. Los restaurantes de Playa Blanca sirven platos tradicionales del Caribe, arroz con coco, pescado frito, patacones, jugos de fruta fresca, hechos con ingredientes locales y servidos en el lugar correcto. No es una comida formal ni est\u00e1 pensada para turistas. Es la comida que la gente de esta costa come cuando pasa un d\u00eda en la playa, y comerla aqu\u00ed tiene m\u00e1s sentido que salt\u00e1rsela.<\/span><\/p>\n

Una nota sobre el clima y las condiciones del mar<\/span><\/h2>\n

Este tour puede cancelarse el mismo d\u00eda de salida por condiciones del clima y del mar. El capit\u00e1n toma la decisi\u00f3n de seguridad seg\u00fan las condiciones reales, y si el tour no puede salir se hace un reembolso completo. La costa Caribe alrededor de Santa Marta puede estar ventosa y picada en ciertas temporadas, y el equipo no corre riesgos con las condiciones del mar. Si tu itinerario es flexible, esto no es problema. Si solo tienes un d\u00eda disponible, vale la pena saberlo de antemano.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contin\u00faa explorando Santa Marta<\/span><\/h2>\n

Si quieres extender tu tiempo en el entorno natural de Santa Marta m\u00e1s all\u00e1 de las playas, el Tour del Parque Tayrona<\/strong><\/a> te lleva un d\u00eda completo al parque nacional: la misma costa, pero vista desde los senderos de la selva y no desde el agua. Para la historia y la cultura de la ciudad como tal, el Tour a pie por el centro hist\u00f3rico de Santa Marta y el Museo del Oro Tayrona<\/strong><\/a> recorre el centro hist\u00f3rico en una caminata concentrada de tres horas con un gu\u00eda local.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00bfListo para pasar un d\u00eda en las mejores playas de Santa Marta?<\/strong> Reserva el tour privado en lancha de arriba y tu gu\u00eda se encarga de todo, desde la recogida en el hotel hasta el regreso; lo \u00fanico que tienes que hacer es llevar bloqueador y presentarte en el muelle.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mira todo lo dem\u00e1s que ofrecemos all\u00ed: todos nuestros tours en Santa Marta<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Las calas y los cabos que las playas de la ciudad no te muestran. Un tour privado en bote por las playas de Santa Marta es la forma m\u00e1s directa de acceder a c\u00f3mo se ve realmente la costa caribe\u00f1a aqu\u00ed, lo cual es considerablemente diferente de lo que ves en el propio malec\u00f3n de la ciudad. Santa Marta se encuentra al pie de la Sierra\u2026<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":6133,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[],"tags":[],"destination":[59],"difficulty":[38],"tour-theme":[58],"tour-type":[17],"class_list":["post-6160","colombia-tours","type-colombia-tours","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destination-santa-marta","difficulty-easy","tour-theme-day-trip","tour-type-private"],"acf":{"starting_price":445,"sub_below_price":"Per person \u00b7 2 travelers\u00b7 Discounts available for larger groups.","duration":"8 hours","overview":"

This 8-hour private boat tour from Santa Marta<\/strong> visits three pristine Caribbean beaches accessible only by water: Playa Santo Cristo (3hrs \u2014 walk and swim), Inca Inca (drinks and photos stop), and Playa Blanca (3hrs \u2014 private beach space with chairs under palm trees, swimming, and free time). <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Traditional Caribbean lunch available at Playa Blanca beach<\/strong> restaurant (not included). Private boat, private guide, private hotel pickup\/drop-off. Tour may be cancelled same day due to weather\/sea conditions \u2014 full refund applies. Temperature range on coast: 15-28\u00b0C year-round.<\/span><\/p>","tournotices":"","languages":["English","Spanish"],"min_group_size":2,"cancel_window":"12 hours before starting date","hook_text":"A private boat, three of Santa Marta's most pristine Caribbean beaches, and a full day with nothing to do but swim, lie under palm trees, and eat a traditional lunch. Eight hours, entirely yours.","review_score":5,"review_count":"1,200","price_tier":"$$$","best_price":true,"display_terms":false,"video_url":"","gallery_images":[6130,6129,6126,6124,6128,6133],"highlights_items":[{"highlight_text":"Board a private boat from Santa Marta's port and spend the full day visiting three of the Caribbean coast's most pristine beaches \u2014 Playa Santo Cristo, Inca Inca, and Playa Blanca \u2014 each with crystal-clear water, white sand, and no crowds beyond your own group."},{"highlight_text":"Swim in the blue, pristine Caribbean waters of Santa Marta \u2014 some of the cleanest on the Colombian coast \u2014 with a private beach space at Playa Blanca where your group can settle in under the palm trees for the afternoon."},{"highlight_text":"Stop at Inca Inca for drinks and photos before continuing to Playa Blanca, where the afternoon is entirely unstructured \u2014 swim, lie in the shade, read, or simply do nothing in one of the most beautiful natural settings on Colombia's Caribbean coast."},{"highlight_text":"Taste traditional Caribbean lunch made with local ingredients at a beachside restaurant \u2014 the right food in the right setting, as the natural conclusion to a day on the water (lunch not included in tour price)."}],"itinerary_rows":[{"iti_duration":"30 minutes","iti_title":"Hotel Pickup & Drive to the Port","iti_desc":"Early morning pickup from your hotel or chosen departure point. Your guide and driver take you to the port where the private boat is waiting. The trip starts early to make the most of the day's light and sea conditions.\r\n \r\n"},{"iti_duration":"3 hours ","iti_title":"Playa Santo Cristo \u2014 Walk & Beach Time","iti_desc":"Your first stop is Playa Santo Cristo, where the beach is surrounded by amazingly green tropical nature. You walk the beach, swim in the Caribbean water, and take in the scenery before boarding the boat for the next stop."},{"iti_duration":"3 hours","iti_title":"Inca & Playa Blanca (White Beach)","iti_desc":"From Santo Cristo, the boat takes you to Inca Inca \u2014 a stop for drinks and photos \u2014 before continuing to Playa Blanca, the final and longest stop of the day. At Playa Blanca, your group has a private space on the beach with beach chairs in the shade of the palm trees. The afternoon is yours: swim in the pristine Caribbean water, relax, play, or read. Time is all yours.\r\n"},{"iti_duration":"2 hours ","iti_title":"Traditional Lunch & Return to Santa Marta","iti_desc":"Before heading back, you have the opportunity to enjoy a traditional Caribbean lunch at a beachside restaurant \u2014 dishes made with local ingredients and flavors of the region (lunch not included in the tour price). After lunch, the boat returns to the port and your driver takes you back to your hotel in Santa Marta.\r\n"}],"whats_included":[{"whats_inc_item":"Private guide."},{"whats_inc_item":"Hotel pickup and drop-off in private transportation."},{"whats_inc_item":"Private boat."},{"whats_inc_item":"All risk insurance."}],"whats_excluded":[{"whats_exc_items":"Breakfast and lunch (traditional lunch available at beach restaurant \u2014 not included)."},{"whats_exc_items":"Extra purchases."}],"cancel_policy":"Free cancellation up to 12 hours before departure. Cancellations made within 12 hours of the tour start time are non-refundable.","before_booking":[{"before_book_item":"Bring extra clothes, a swimsuit, and a towel. You will spend most of the day on beaches and in the water \u2014 a dry change of clothes for the return trip to your hotel makes the day more comfortable."},{"before_book_item":"This tour may be cancelled on the same day due to weather and sea conditions. A full refund applies if the tour is cancelled for this reason. The captain and guide make the safety call based on actual conditions on the day."},{"before_book_item":"Wear light, cool clothing that protects you from the sun. Sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen are essential for a full day on the Caribbean coast. Comfortable shoes or sandals work well for the beach sections."},{"before_book_item":"The boat is equipped with life jackets and all required safety equipment. The captain is professional and experienced on this coastal route. Follow all safety instructions given before and during the boat ride."}],"guest_reviews":[{"review_name":"Jean Carlo \u00c1.","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"November, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"My experience with this agency has been exceptional. From the very first contact, the team demonstrated impeccable service, conveying trust, warmth, and professionalism. They made me feel valued and supported every step of the way, exceeding my expectations with their personal touch and the quality of their service."},{"review_name":"Daniel L.","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"I had a great experience with Cielo Travel agency. They were very professional and clear during all the process and made me feel accompanied and guided if I had any questions. I will definitely use the services again in my next visit."},{"review_name":"Paula C.","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"Cielo Travel understands tourism in Colombia like no one else. Their team is a master of digital marketing and knows how to connect travelers from all over the world with authentic and unique culinary experiences in the country. I loved their friendly approach, their creativity, and the way they manage to convey the essence of each place. An agency that truly promotes Colombian tourism!"},{"review_name":"Juan Fernando L.","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"November, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"Excellent experience with this agency. The team at this agency has been amazing from the very first moment. They immediately made me feel comfortable with their warm and professional approach. They listened carefully to my needs, and their kind attention was constant throughout the entire process. I felt incredibly supported at every stage, and I absolutely recommend their services."},{"review_name":"Andrea P.","review_country":"Colombia","review_date":"October, 2025","review_rating":5,"review_text":"200% recommended. It was totally worth it!! Everything was great! The service is exceptional and focused on your needs; they resolve absolutely everything!! They're always there for you and very attentive, helping me have one of the best experiences of my life. Thank you so much!!"}],"why_book":[{"why_book_items":"1,200 five-star reviews from real travelers \u2014 read them before you book."},{"why_book_items":"Best Price Guarantee \u2014 find this tour cheaper elsewhere and we'll match it."},{"why_book_items":"Private transportation door-to-door \u2014 no shared shuttles, no waiting around for strangers."},{"why_book_items":"Booking directly with us means your money stays with a Colombian-owned company, not a platform commission."},{"why_book_items":"Our team coordinates everything \u2014 pickup timing, pilot briefing, and return logistics \u2014 so you focus only on the flight."}],"faqs":[{"faq_title":"What should I wear for this private boat tour of Santa Marta's beaches?","faq_content":"Wear clothes that keep you cool and protect you from the sun \u2014 sunglasses, a hat, and comfortable shoes or sandals are the most important items. Bring a change of clothes since you will spend the day on the beaches and in the water. Apply sunscreen before departure and reapply throughout the day. Drink plenty of water."},{"faq_title":"What is the weather like on this Santa Marta boat tour?","faq_content":"Santa Marta's coastal weather varies by season. Summers are hot, humid, and arid. Winter months are cooler, dry, and windy. Temperatures range from 15\u00b0C (59\u00b0F) to 28\u00b0C (82\u00b0F) over the course of the year, with a minimum of 13\u00b0C (55\u00b0F) and a maximum of 31\u00b0C (87\u00b0F). On a typical beach day you can expect warm temperatures and strong sun \u2014 dress and prepare accordingly.\r\n"},{"faq_title":"Is the boat trip to Santa Marta's beaches safe?","faq_content":"Yes. The boat is equipped with life jackets and all required safety gear. The captain is professional and experienced on this coastal route. The guide and the rest of the team ensure a smooth trip. Note that this tour may be cancelled on the day due to adverse weather or sea conditions \u2014 a full refund is provided if this happens."},{"faq_title":"Which beaches will I visit on this private tour?","faq_content":"The tour visits three beaches: Playa Santo Cristo, Inca Inca, and Playa Blanca (White Beach). These beaches are known for their crystal-clear water and white sand \u2014 they are among the most pristine on the Santa Marta Caribbean coast and are differentiated from the city beaches by their natural setting and water clarity.\r\n"}],"available_spots":0,"bokun_embed_code":"