What makes this city unique? Santa Marta's beautiful terrain is its most distinguishing feature: its unforgettable landscapes in which the green foliage, blue sea, yellow sun and sand, and the contrast between the beaches and the white-peaked Sierra Nevada, make Santa Marta a must-see destination.

Santa Marta is the oldest city in Colombia. Thanks to its 492 years it awaits amazing places full of history, nature and culture. It is surrounded by an immense and calm sea. It is also sheltered by the largest coastal mountain in the world.

If it's up to us, we'll take, without a doubt, both. If you want our recommendation, you can choose the trip to Santa Marta as a more adventurous destination, and take the trekking to the Lost City of Colombia, and then travel to Cartagena de Indias to enjoy its paradisiacal beaches.

I'd say spend around 5-7 days in Santa Marta. This gives you enough time to explore the city, hit the local beaches, and maybe take a day trip to Tayrona National Park or Minca. If you're planning on doing the Lost City Trek, add another 4-6 days. It's a good base for both relaxation and adventure!