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Buritaca Beach in Santa Marta

Buritaca Beach, located 48 km from Santa Marta, is an unmissable destination for nature and adventure lovers. Located at the mouth of the Buritaca River, this unique treasure offers a spectacular natural landscape where the river meets the sea, creating an environment of unparalleled beauty and contrast between fresh and salt waters.

Surrounded by the lush forest that descends from the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Buritaca is an oasis of tranquility and beauty. This paradise is ideal for those looking to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city. The combination of the beach and the river offers a diverse experience, allowing visitors to enjoy both the cool waters of the Buritaca River and the vigorous waves of the Caribbean Sea.

Buritaca Santa Marta is a versatile destination that offers a wide range of activities for all tastes. Adventurers can explore nature trails, discover the region's rich biodiversity and enjoy exciting water sports.

The calm waters of the river are perfect for swimming, kayaking or simply tubing from the upper part of the Buritaca River, while the beach invites surfers and lovers of the rough sea to challenge its waves.

In addition to its natural beauty, Buritaca offers a variety of services for tourists. There is an excellent range of restaurants and establishments where you can enjoy local cuisine, as well as accommodation options ranging from cozy hostels to comfortable beachfront cabins. These services ensure that your stay in Buritaca is comfortable and pleasant, allowing you to fully enjoy this natural paradise.

How to get there by transport PUBLIC

To get to Buritaca beach from Santa Marta by public transportation or taxi, consider the following options:
Bus:
Go to Calle 11 and Carrera 9 in the city center to take a bus to Palomino or Riohacha.
Cost: Approximately $10,000 COP per person.
From the road, walk approximately 1 kilometer (20/25 minutes) to the beach. Alternatively, you can take a car for $3,000 COP per person, identifiable by their yellow t-shirts.
Cab:
A faster option from any point in the city to Buritaca.
Higher cost compared to public transportation.

How to get there by transport PRIVATE

To get to Buritaca Santa Marta:
Route: Take the Troncal del Caribe from Mamatoco towards La Guajira.
Distance: Approximately 48 kilometers.
Estimated travel time: About 1 hour and 20 minutes, subject to variations due to traffic.
Means of transportation: Valid for private car or motorcycle.
Additional costs: Payment of a toll on the way is required.

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Corredor de las Olas, Magdalena, Colombia
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Ticket price

To access the beach, the approximate costs are as follows: Entrance to the beach: $5,000 per person. Parking: Private car: $20,000. Motorcycles: $10,000.

Transport price

To get to Buritaca from the city, the approximate costs are: By bus: From the city market, $12,000 COP per person. By taxi: From any point in the city, around $180,000 COP.

Entertainment price

At Playa Mendihuaca, visitors can enjoy a variety of services, below are the approximate prices to be found at the location: Tent services: Cost from $40,000 to $70,000 approximately, depending on the number of chairs, which varies from 4 to 10. Ecological tour: Along the riverbanks, with an approximate cost of $15,000 per person, requiring a minimum quota of 10 people. Lodging Service: Ranges from $45,000 to $55,000 per person in a room with air conditioning. Approximately $130,000 for a room for a couple.

Recommendations

Buritaca offers a unique experience where the waters of the sea and the river of the same name mix, providing visitors the best of both worlds. The local community has organized a variety of tourist services to enhance your stay:
Available services:
Transportation.
Entertainment.
Food.
Rental of spaces to store belongings.
Accommodation options:
Cabins, hostels, and small hotels available in the surroundings.
Allows visitors to experience the local culture.

Restrictions

In Buritaca, the sea can have strong waves, leading to the placement of a red flag at times to prevent tourist entry for safety reasons.

Hidden treasure

Buritaca Beach in Santa Marta

How to get there by transport PUBLIC

How to get there by transport PRIVATE