Visit three emblematic sites of the Colombian Caribbean coast
Highlights
* Enjoy a guided tour of the Aquarium and Museum of the Sea.
* Witness the exciting shark feeding spectacle.
* Relax on the turquoise waters and white sand of Playa Blanca.
* Savor a typical Caribbean lunch on Playa Blanca.
included with
* Pick up and return to hotels or accommodations located in Santa Marta, Taganga or Rodadero
* Professional guide in Spanish for shared service
* Entrance to the Rodadero Sea Aquarium and Museum
* Boat transfer from El Rodadero to the Aquarium
* Boat transfer from the Aquarium to Playa Blanca
* Boat transfer from Playa Blanca to El Rodadero
* Lunch
* Medical assistance insurance during the tour
excluded by
* Breakfast
* Tips
* Extras not mentioned
Essential
Information
* Make sure to follow the instructions of the guide and port and boat staff and maintain security at all times
* The Aquarium and Museum of the Sea opens every day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
* The marine species feeding activity takes place on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 4:00 p.m.
* You can only feed the species in the mega aquarium with the purchase of a "feeding cup" at the reception
* Remember to use your camera without activating the flash so as not to affect the species
* The aquarium has facilities that facilitate access for people in wheelchairs
* At the time of booking please inform us about your dietary restrictions
* The group service operates with a minimum of 4 people
Detailed Description
Itinerary details
Pick up at hotels in Santa Marta: We start early in the morning with the pick up at your place of accommodation, a driver will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel from 09 AM and will take you to the port of El Rodadero.
Arrival at El Rodadero: The distance between Santa Marta and El Rodadero is approximately 6 kilometers, so travel time can be relatively short, between 15 to 20 minutes depending on the traffic of the day. Once in the port of El Rodadero, the boat adventure will begin.
Boat trip from El Rodadero to the Aquarium: We will board a exciting speed boat that will take us from El Rodadero to the Aquarium and Museum of the Sea. The journey usually takes between 20 and 30 minutes and from the boat, we can enjoy the beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea and the coast of Santa Marta.
Arrival at the Aquarium and Museum of the Sea: We will take a guided tour of the Aquarium facilities, observing the exhibition of marine species from the region , exhibition of sea lions and dolphins. We will find themed aquariums that house a variety of species such as corals, tropical fish, sharks, sea turtles and rays. We will be able to admire its beauty and learn about its unique characteristics.
During your visit, you may have the opportunity to witness the feeding show of sharks. This exciting moment will allow you to observe sharks while they feed, learn about their eating habits and their importance in the marine ecosystem.
At the Museo del Mar which houses the aquarium, you`ll get up close and personal with educational information about ocean conservation and the importance of protecting marine biodiversity. You will also be able to learn about the challenges facing the oceans and the preservation campaigns in which we can participate.
At the end of your tour, you can visit the aquarium gift shop, where you`ll find a var
iety of memorabilia related to marine life and conservation.
Boat ride from the Aquarium to Playa Blanca: After a great visit to the Aquarium, we will board the second boat to head to Playa Blanca, one of the most beautiful beaches in the region.
Arrival at Playa Blanca: Upon arrival at Playa Blanca, you will have time to enjoy its turquoise waters and white sand. Relax and enjoy of a typical Caribbean lunch in the company of the guide in charge.
Return to the hotels: Around 03 PM and after enjoying the beautiful Playa Blanca, we will board the boat back to El Rodadero. From there, one of our drivers will take you back to your hotel in Santa Marta, ending an exciting day of marine exploration and coastal adventure.
