Santa Marta to Tayrona Park Private Transfer with Airport Pickup

A driver meets you at arrivals with a sign, loads your bags, and takes you straight to your hotel

A private transfer from Simon Bolivar International Airport in Santa Marta to your hotel in Tayrona Park or Palomino, with airport pickup, meet-and-greet service and bottled water included. The driver waits at arrivals with a sign, speaks Spanish only, and makes no stops en route. The trip takes 60 to 85 minutes depending on traffic. You choose between a compact SUV, a premium van or a large van at checkout.

The experience

The driver meets you in the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name. Once you collect your luggage, he takes you to the vehicle (an air-conditioned minivan or SUV depending on which option you booked), and offers bottled water for the ride. The route runs straight to your hotel with no stops along the way. Travel time ranges from 60 to 85 minutes depending on what time you arrive and how traffic moves that day.

The driver speaks Spanish only, so communication happens through gestures and basic words, but he knows the route and handles the luggage. If you need something specific before you book (a booster seat for a child, a quick stop at an ATM, or space for gear), you can request it in advance and the operator will confirm whether it's possible. Each traveler gets one suitcase and one carry-on bag. Oversized items like surfboards or bikes need approval from the operator before you travel.

Book by providing your flight number and hotel name so the driver can time the pickup to your arrival. Passport details for all passengers are required at checkout. The rate is per vehicle, not per person, so a family or group traveling together pays one price regardless of how many people fit inside.

What’s included

• Airport pickup at Simon Bolivar International Airport.
• meet-and-greet service with a sign.
• one-way private transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water per person.
• transport of one suitcase and one carry-on bag per traveler.

Options for this experience

3 options

Up to 3 per bookingNo fixed time

Up to 6 per bookingNo fixed time

Up to 12 per booking26 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 19:30

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day26 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 19:30

Book up to11h before

GroupPrivate

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 15 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Agencia Operadora de Viajes TQ

Is this one for you?Book this if you're flying into Santa Marta and need a Spanish-speaking driver. Your driver speaks only Spanish, so this works best if you're comfortable communicating that way or traveling with someone who can translate.

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Top questions

What time will the driver meet me at the airport?

The driver's arrival time depends on your flight number, which you provide when you book. He waits in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name, so you'll spot him once you clear customs and collect your luggage.

Does the driver speak English?

No, the driver speaks Spanish only. Communication is basic but straightforward. He knows the route to your hotel and handles the transfer without needing to explain much. If you have special requests, mention them when you book so the operator can confirm them in advance.

How long does the transfer take?

The trip takes between 60 and 85 minutes depending on traffic and what time of day you travel. There are no stops along the way, so you go straight from the airport to your hotel.

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

Yes, you can ask for special requests like a stop at an ATM or a booster seat for a child when you book. The operator will confirm whether it's possible before you travel. The standard transfer includes no stops, but the driver can accommodate reasonable requests if arranged in advance.

What luggage can I bring on the transfer?

Each traveler is allowed one suitcase and one carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage like surfboards, golf clubs or bikes may have restrictions, so contact the operator before you travel to confirm your gear is acceptable.

Which vehicle option should I choose?

You pick between a Compact Comfort SUV, a Mercedes-Benz Vito Premium Van, or a Large Van at checkout. All are air-conditioned and include the same service: pickup, meet-and-greet and bottled water. Choose based on how many people are traveling and how much luggage you have.