Private Tour
Amazing full day tour to Minca with a private guide
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Have a vivid story to tell next time you see your friends, by exploring the emerald-green Colombian mountains on this full-day tour to Minca. Hike through muddy trails, escorted by exotic songs composed by the endemic birds nesting on the bicentennial trees, surging from the slopes of the world's highest coastal range in the tropics. As a reward, relax for a moment and swim in the tranquil natural pool of Marinka, a 100-feet tall tiered waterfall. Later on, head to the coffee farm where you will meet lifelong farmers that will personally teach you in detail from seed-to-cup everything they know about Colombian coffee.
Highlights:
- Perfect option for coffee lovers who wish to visit an authentic Colombian coffee farm
- Avoid the crowds: Private car and guide just for you and your companions
- No hidden fees: The only thing you have to worry about is your food, the rest is included.
- This tour is a fantastic option for solo travelers, couples and families with +8-years-old kids
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Santa Marta
We will pick you up at your hotel or Airbnb in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados, Bello Horizonte, Playa Dormida or Taganga.
Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
Minca, La Candelaria cocoa farm, La Victoria coffee farm and Marinka waterfalls are all located on the slopes of La Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Marinka Waterfalls admission fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee farm entrance and guided tour in English or Spanish
Private bilingual guide (English or Spanish)
4x4 SUV (if you selected the correct option)
One bottled water per person
Food (breakfast, lunch and/or dinner)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
4-hour 8-mile steep hike
Private hotel pick-up: Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for customers staying in Santa Marta urban area: From Playa Dormida to the Old Town.
Coffee and/or chocolate tour: Enjoy an interactive coffee or chocolate tour in one of our allied farms. Would you like to do both? You got it, boss!
Private bilingual guide: You will have your own local and professional bilingual guide that will explain in detail every question you may have!
Duration: 10 hours
French Bakery: French Bakery with Colombian hands, try the best (made with love) chocolate bread in town.
Marinka waterfalls : Our first stop will be two gorgeous 100ft height natural waterfalls. Swim, shower, or just observe them, they're yours!
Compact SUV or Minivan: Compact SUV used for max 2 people
Minivan used for groups of 3-6 people
Pickup included
4x4 Off-Road Adventure Opt 2
Private hotel pick-up: Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for customers staying in Santa Marta urban area: From Playa Dormida to the Old Town.
Chocolate tour: Enjoy an interactive and super informative from-seed-to-cup organic chocolate tour in La Candelaria cacao farm.
Private bilingual guide: You will have your own local and professional bilingual guide that will explain in detail every question you may have!
Duration: 10 hours
French bakery: French bakery with Colombian hands, try the best (made with love) chocolate bread in town.
Marinka waterfalls: Our first stop will be two gorgeous 100ft height natural waterfalls. Swim, shower or just observe them, they're yours!
Compact SUV or Minivan: Compact SUV used for max 2 people
Minivan used for groups of 3-6 people
No hiking at all option: This option is for those who rather visit the places by car and not hiking at all. There are short 10 mins walks, though.
Pickup included
4x4 Off-Road Adventure Opt 1
Private hotel pick-up: Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for customers staying in Santa Marta urban area: From Playa Dormida to the Old Town
Coffee tour: Enjoy a super informative seed-to-cup organic coffee tour in one of the oldest coffee farms in Colombia.
Private bilingual guide: You will have your own local and professional bilingual guide that will explain in detail every question you may have!
Duration: 10 hours
French bakery: French bakery with Colombian hands, try the best (made with love) chocolate bread in town.
Marinka waterfalls: Our first stop will be two gorgeous 100ft height natural waterfalls. Swim, shower, or just observe them, they're yours!
Compact SUV or Minivan: Compact SUV used for max 2 people
Minivan used for groups of 3-6 people
No hiking at all option: This option is for those who rather visit the places by car and not hiking at all. There are short 10 mins walks, though.
Pickup included
Reviews
27 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Terrific experience
Amy T,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Swimming at the base of the waterfall was exhilarating. The strenuousness of the hike can be varied to accommodate the traveler. Understanding the organic coffee production at La Victoria was fascinating. Our guide Hugo Lopez Martinez was amazing. He taught us about history, medicinal plants, local attractions. We had two food experiences in Minca that we quite enjoyed. Would highly recommend Hugo. He made our tour special and personalized it to our interests.
Fun day experiencing, and learning about, the Minka area- from waterfalls to a cocoa farm!
Lynne B,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My family of 5 (ages ranging from 5 to 73) just had a wonderful, fun filled day exploring, experiencing and learning about the Minka area of Columbia with our guide Hugo López. We stopped first in the town of Minka for delicious coffee and home-made chocolate breads from La Miga panaderia and then headed up to the Marinka waterfalls. Hugo made sure we got there before the crowds so we were able to swim and play by the waterfall which was perfect on a hot day! After the waterfalls we headed up to Finca La Candelaria, a family run cocoa farm that was established over 100 years ago. We learned about organic cocoa cultivation and had a hands on experience to learn the process of fermenting, drying, roasting and grinding the beans and we tasted the final product - from the nibs to the chocolate with local honey to the milk chocolate with added milk and sea salt. It was fascinating as well as a lot of fun for my grandsons who are 5 and 8. We finished with a great lunch in a restaurant overlooking the river in Minka. I can’t say enough good things about the day and our guide, Hugo and driver, Jesus. Hugo was a wealth of information and knew how to impart it in an interesting manner to keep even the young boys engaged and asking questions. He speaks excellent English and taught us a lot about the culture, history, flora and fauna of Columbia with a focus on this area. Jesus made us feel safe at all times on the crazy steep and windy roads with his excellent driving!! I highly recommend this Bukap travels tour and be sure to request Hugo and Jesus!
Fabulous day of experiencing the Minca area from waterfalls to a Cocoa farm!
HappyDesigner,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family of 5 (ages ranging from 5 to 73) just had a wonderful, fun filled day exploring, experiencing and learning about the Minka area of Columbia with our guide Hugo López. We stopped first in the town of Minka for delicious coffee and home-made chocolate breads from La Miga panaderia and then headed up to the Marinka waterfalls. Hugo made sure we got there before the crowds so we were able to swim and play by the waterfall which was perfect on a hot day! After the waterfalls we headed up to Finca La Candelaria, a family run cocoa farm that was established over 100 years ago. We learned about organic cocoa cultivation and had a hands on experience to learn the process of fermenting, drying, roasting and grinding the beans and we tasted the final product - from the nibs to the chocolate with local honey to the milk chocolate with added milk and sea salt. It was fascinating as well as a lot of fun for my grandsons who are 5 and 8. We finished with a great lunch in a restaurant overlooking the river in Minka. I can’t say enough good things about the day and our guide, Hugo and driver, Jesus. Hugo was a wealth of information and knew how to impart it in an interesting manner to keep even the young boys engaged and asking questions. He speaks excellent English and taught us a lot about the culture, history, flora and fauna of Columbia with a focus on this area. Jesus made us feel safe at all times on the crazy steep and windy roads with his excellent driving!! I highly recommend this Bukap travels tour and be sure to request Hugo and Jesus!
The perfect day trip from Santa Marta
K5577PSpaigeh,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day visiting Minca and the surrounding area! Hugo was an amazing guide- we have decided that he was the best, most knowledgeable and most genuine tour guide we’ve ever had. The tour itself was fun, exciting and interesting the whole time. We had a blast swimming in the waterfall pool- which was COLD but once you get in, you get used to it quickly, then touring the cacao farm and getting to make chocolate was a highlight for all of us. They also went out of their way to make it special for our five year old and eight year old. The roads and drive were an adventure in itself- in a good way- and Hugo and our driver Jesus were a great team, and altogether we will recommend this day trip from Santa Marta to anyone and everyone who is visiting the area!
Great Coffee, Stunning Waterfalls, and an Amazing Guide!
120mindya,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was an incredible experience and a highlight of our trip to Colombia. Our tour guide Hugo was the Best! After spending the day with him, we left feeling like we had made a new friend. The tour was very special. We started in town near where we were glamping and grabbed a quick bite before heading to La Victoria Coffee Farm. La Victoria is very unique in that they still use machinery that is over 100 years old. Their coffee was also delicious. We then headed to Marinka Waterfalls. Unless you want a strenuous workout, I suggest the 4 X 4 option. There is a short hike to the falls. Hadar our driver for the day was great, as was the driver to the falls. The falls are beautiful. We decided to take a dip for some photos (which I highly recommend) but the water was quite chilly. Hugo was also an amazing photographer and we got some great shots. We saw a lot of beauty in our 9 days in Colombia but what really made this tour special was our guide Hugo. He was knowledgeable and passionate. He shared so many insights about the region and went above and beyond to make sure we thoroughly enjoyed our day! We will be back to tour with him again and can't recommend this experience enough.
Great Coffee, Stunning Waterfalls, and an Amazing Guide!
Mindy A,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was an incredible experience and a highlight of our trip to Colombia. Our tour guide Hugo was the Best! After spending the day with him, we left feeling like we had made a new friend. The tour was very special. We started in town near where we were glamping and grabbed a quick bite before heading to La Victoria Coffee Farm. La Victoria is very unique in that they still use machinery that is over 100 years old. Their coffee was also delicious. We then headed to Marinka Waterfalls. Unless you want a strenuous workout, I suggest the 4 X 4 option. There is a short hike to the falls. Hadar our driver for the day was great, as was the driver to the falls. The falls are beautiful. We decided to take a dip for some photos (which I highly recommend) but the water was quite chilly. Hugo was also an amazing photographer and we got some great shots. We saw a lot of beauty in our 9 days in Colombia but what really made this tour special was our guide Hugo. He was knowledgeable and passionate. He shared so many insights about the region and went above and beyond to make sure we thoroughly enjoyed our day! We will be back to tour with him again and can't recommend this experience enough.
Waterfalls, Cocoa and Coffee - an excellent day!
JNiner,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent experience in Minca, la Candelaria cocoa farm and at Marinka falls with our tour guide Hugo and our driver Jorge our driver. The route chosen allowed us the maximum swim time, educational and delicious chocolate and coffee as well as time for lunch in Minca. Hugo shared local knowledge, history and Colombia treats.
Great tour!
Ryan D,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good, informative guide! Beautiful! We really enjoyed our tour, especially the coffee plantation. Highly recommend!
Great time! - Amazing full day tour to Minca with a private guide
Shirley M,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing full day tour to Minca with a private guide. We had a great time! Our tour guide was Erik Vladimir Ramirez. He was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. He was very nice and friendly. I would recommend this tour and guide!
Highly recommended
Delicàto G,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They’re professionals from start to finish. Their service is excellent, and the guides’ recommendations were 10/10. They’re punctual and very kind.
Related Experiences
Operated by Bukap Travels