Santa Marta Airport to Tayrona Park private transfer

Airport pickup to hotel: private vehicle and driver along the Caribbean coast road

A private transfer from Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta to your hotel in the Tayrona Park area, with a driver holding your name at arrivals and an air-conditioned minivan or SUV depending on group size. The journey takes roughly an hour and includes bottled water. You choose between a compact SUV, large van, or minivan, and whether your driver speaks English or Spanish. Luggage is limited to one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

The experience

Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name and the review sites logo, then escorts you to the vehicle once you've collected your bags. The route to Tayrona Park runs along the road where the Sierra Nevada mountains frame the coast: a landscape the operator describes as the backdrop to this region. The transfer takes approximately 60 minutes depending on traffic and time of day, and you'll travel in a climate-controlled minivan or SUV chosen to fit your group size: a compact SUV for smaller parties, a large van or minivan for up to six people.

The vehicle comes equipped with air conditioning and parking fees are covered. A bottle of water is offered once you're settled. The driver does not speak English on Spanish-language options, but you can arrange special requests in advance (ATM stops, grocery store detours, booster seats for children) by notifying the operator before your arrival. Oversized luggage like surfboards, golf clubs or bikes may have restrictions, so confirm any excess baggage with the operator when you book.

What’s included

• One-way private transfer from airport to hotel.
• driver pickup at arrivals with name sign.
• air-conditioned minivan or SUV.
• bottled water.
• parking fees.
• specialized infant seats available upon request.

Options for this experience

6 options

Up to 3 per booking · Guide in Spanish95 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30

Up to 6 per booking · Guide in Spanish95 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30

Up to 2 per booking · Guide in English95 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30

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Up to 13 per booking · Guide in Spanish95 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30

Up to 6 per booking · Guide in English95 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30

Up to 13 per booking · Guide in English95 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day95 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Bukap Travels

Is this one for you?Book a minivan or large van if your group is up to six people and wants to travel together with all luggage in one vehicle. Choose the compact SUV for smaller parties. Select your preferred guide language at checkout (English or Spanish), since the driver will not switch between them during the transfer.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can I request a stop on the way from the airport to my hotel?

Yes. Contact the operator before your arrival to arrange stops like ATM visits or grocery shopping. The driver will accommodate requests made in advance.

How many people and bags fit in the vehicle?

A compact SUV works for smaller groups. A large van or minivan seats up to six passengers. Each traveler is allowed one suitcase and one carry-on bag. Oversized items like surfboards require advance approval from the operator.

What happens if traffic is heavy or my flight is delayed?

The transfer duration is approximate and depends on traffic and time of day. Your driver will be waiting at arrivals according to your scheduled arrival time. If your flight is delayed, contact the operator to update your pickup time.

Is the vehicle air-conditioned?

Yes. All minivans and SUVs are air-conditioned for comfort during the one-hour journey to Tayrona Park.