Panoramic view from a wooden deck with benches, overlooking a lush green forest and distant mountains.

Tropical Trails of Minca

Bite-sized trip

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    • Itinerary:
      Minca
    • Duration:
      3 days / 2 nights
    • Price:
      From £254 per person (excluding flights)
    • Transport:
      Private return transfers

    Unwind in the tropical paradise tucked away from the tourist trails. Enjoy a breath of fresh air in the undiscovered rolling hills of Sierra Nevada. A short drive from Santa Marta takes you to what feels like miles away from civilisation. Discover tribal cultures, learn about coffee and cocoa making and learn a thing or two about building a house from bamboo!

    Two hummingbirds, one green-headed and one blue-headed, perch on a branch.

    Thatched-roof bungalow on a lush green hillside with stone steps and red-leafed plants.

    Day 1 - Good morning Minca

    After your breakfast, you will be picked up by your driver and whisked to the sleepy village of Minca. In just under an hour you'll feel miles away from civilisation. With no ATMs (bring some cash with you), no wifi and not much going on this is the perfect spot for a social detox. Swing in a hammock with a book, perfect your downward dog or get your binoculars out and spot some birds - the time is yours. You'll stay in a lovely local lodge just a short stroll from the town, with a restaurant serving amazing local food and a few hiking trails on your doorstep.

    Day 2 - Time for adventure

    Today is time to really explore the area. Lace up your walking shoes and, after a hearty breakfast, make your way to the meeting point where your English-speaking guide and a few more travellers will be waiting to start the journey. On your full day trip you'll hike through the jungle and coffee plantations, enjoy a dip in a hidden waterfall, learn all about bamboo and how it's been used in the local communities, enjoy a delicious lunch and learn about the customs and lifestyle of Tayrona people. You'll finish off your journey with a chocolate making workshop - a perfect dessert to end a day full of activities and adventures. In the late afternoon you'll return back to your lodge.

    A woman, boy, and girl walk away down a dirt path through a dense green forest, carrying bags and pots.
    A metal tub of white towels, two cocktails, and a straw hat rest on the edge of a pool surrounded by lush greenery.

    Day 3 - Farewell to Minca

    Enjoy the last few hours of tranquillity and sounds of nature. After breakfast you'll be ready to leave this charming corner of Colombia and head to your next destination.

    Accommodation

    Colombia Minca mountains accommodation exterior
    Colombia Minca mountains accommodation bedroom

    For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options

    Stone path lined with tropical plants leading to yellow huts with thatched roofs.
    Two plates of food and wine on a blue table on a bamboo balcony overlooking a lush green jungle.
    A colorful hammock on a bamboo balcony overlooks a lush green forest.
    A rustic bedroom with a bamboo bed, white canopy net, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
    White ornate metal patio table and chairs with red flowers, set on a hillside with lush trees and a mountain view.
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    Tropical Trails of Minca - In Style accommodation

    • Price:
      From £269 per person (excluding flights)
    • Included:
      In Style accommodation, excursions, transport and meals as described above

    If you're looking for a unique experience during your stay in Minca, consider our In Style option. Our In Style option is a little more special and unique, but still full of local character! You'll stay in an ecolodge, peacefully tucked away from the noise yet just a short walk from the lively hustle and bustle. Wake up to stunning views and the sound of birdsong. If you're interested in upgrading to our In Style accommodation for this bite-sized trip, you can select this option below.

    Tropical Trails of Minca

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