⚠️ Minimum 2 Pax to start the tour.
This tour offers a cultural immersion in the stilt villages of the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, where life happens on the water and traditions stay alive. Imagine a place where the streets are water and houses float in a vibrant mosaic of colors. Discover a hidden world in the heart of the Colombian Caribbean—a community living in perfect harmony with nature.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the majestic Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Aboard a speedboat, explore a dreamlike landscape, meet resilient communities, and discover the natural wealth of this vital ecosystem.
The tour takes you to Buenavista, one of the most iconic stilt villages in the Ciénaga. Here, you will have the chance to interact with the locals, see their colorful wooden houses built over the water, and learn firsthand about their amphibious culture, customs, and traditions.
The experience allows you to understand how the community has woven its history around fishing and the Ciénaga, developing a unique and fascinating way of life.
The Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta is a flora and fauna sanctuary, making this tour perfect for nature watching. During the boat trip, you can admire various mangrove species, essential to the ecosystem’s health, and spot a wide variety of birds such as cormorants, herons, and kingfishers.
The experience is designed for full immersion in the life and nature of the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta. Meet at 7:50 am in Ciénaga, Magdalena; the tour begins with a group meeting at the designated point to prepare for boarding around 8:10 am.
Start of the journey: Board a speedboat to begin the tour through the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta. During the trip, an expert guide will introduce you to the local mangroves and fishing techniques.
Biodiversity exploration: The trip offers a chance to spot local wildlife and various bird species in their natural habitat. Keep your camera ready to capture the beautiful scenery.
Visit to Buenavista: The boat arrives at the stilt village of Buenavista, where you can experience the essence of amphibious culture. A walking tour lets you admire the colorful houses on the water and understand the community's lifestyle.
Return and lunch: The journey continues back, offering more chances to observe the swamp's flora and fauna. Around 1:00 pm, we stop for lunch to enjoy a typical local dish before concluding the stilt village excursion.
