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Currency
Colombian Peso (COP)
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Language
Spanish
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Time Zone
COT (UTC-5)
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Best Time to Visit
Jan–Apr
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Typical Duration
10-17 nights
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Price Range
From $50 pp
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to Colombia's Caribbean coast and the historic walled city of Cartagena, offering cultural immersion and access to pristine beaches and tropical landscapes.
Cruises that visit Santa Marta
- cruises to Santa Marta
- Santa Marta sailings
- Santa Marta cruises
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 14-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 15-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 16-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 17-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 18-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 20-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 21-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 28-night Holland America Line cruise
- 36-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 65-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Santa Marta
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Parque de los Novios
Beautiful, a safe place to enjoy food and entertainment
Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Butterflies: you can see blue king butterfly.
Playa Blanca
Zip line, aquarium, dolphins, and so much more.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Centro Comercial Buenavista
Wide open areas, lots of space for walk, good stores, nice food
🕐 Closes soon · 9 PM
Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
The 'museum' is an art gallery, exhibiting primarily modern art.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Bahía de Santa Marta
Great way to pass time and feel connected to the locals.
Centro Comercial Ocean Mall
Nice store…good variety and good service with quality
🕐 Open · Closes 11 PM
Parque Bolívar
Nice area for a public gathering.
Artesanal Restobar
The service was exceptional, and the food was absolutely delicious.
Museo del Oro Tayrona - Casa de la Aduana
Great, free museum with loads of interesting stuff
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Acuario Mundo Marino
They give you a guide regardless of how many people are in your group.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Zazué Plaza
It has many restaurants, shops and a supermarket.
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
BK - BURUKUKA Restaurante Bar / Sunset Spot Santa Marta
Amazing food, service, and ambiance.
Catedral Basílica de Santa Marta
Fantastic block of white, beautiful!
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Thu
La Brisa Loca
Good music, reasonably priced drinks, and excellent service.
Ouzo Santa Marta
A wonderful experience with delicious food and attentive waitstaff.
Lulo Café Bar
The mojito happy hour was an amazing deal and the drinks tasted very fresh.
Donde Chucho Gourmet
Excellent food, fun atmosphere and nice service.
Marina Santa Marta
Many of the events in town happen within easy walking distance.
Parque Camellón Rodrigo de Bastidas
Update: They’ve really upgraded this place, and it is nice.
🕐 Open now
Pozo Azul
This place is absolutely beautiful as a natural space.
Marinka Waterfalls
Definitely worth the walk out of Minca - a great way to spend a few hours.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Guasimo
Balanced menu, nicely presented and delicious food.
Buffalo Grill Santa Marta
Good food good atmosphere and good service by Angela
Centro Comercial Las Palmas
Onsite services
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
Centro Comercial Las Olas
Found wait we needed that is all
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
La Muzzería
Delicious food, friendly staff and great people watching!
Restaurante LamArt
... ambience, pretty decor, amazing service and impecable food.
La Puerta
Friendly and very Latin vibe, great cocktails!
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
Malecón de Bastidas - Santa Marta
Great place with lots of new activities.
Atlantis Shopping Center
Nice shopping center in a convenient location.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Crab's Bar
Rock music blasting, great vibe, great drinks.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 PM Thu
Viajero Santa Marta Terraza Bar
Great drinks, wonderful atmosphere, perfect staff.
La Azotea Disco Bar Santa Marta
Nice views and super cocktails with a friendly relaxed atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
Royal Plaza Shopping Mall
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Belo Restaurante SMR
The service, food, ambience, and drinks were phenomenol.
Visit Santa Marta | Experiencias turísticas únicas en Santa Marta, Colombia
Some water activities included made it the perfect way to spend the day.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Oh Dios Mio
The live music every night made my time here unforgettable.
Tesoro del Mar Shopping Center
All you need for you next shopping
🕐 Open · Closes 11:59 PM
Rex Mall
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Bar Público by República
Bartender was absolutely amazing I loved the vibe would definitely recommend
Salvaje - Sabor y Ritmo
My steak was tender and had an outstanding taste.
Surf Monkey Beer Taproom - Craft beer
Incredible artesanal beers, very warm and friendly service.
CLUB SIETE OLAS - CERVECERÍA ARTESANAL
The local beer is a bit pricy but worth it.
San Fernando’s Fort
Santa Marta App
Highly recommended.
🕐 Open 24 hours
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Santa Marta
Santa Marta serves as a vibrant Caribbean port of call, welcoming cruise passengers from seven major cruise lines including Norwegian Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Carnival Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and others. With approximately 30 upcoming cruises calling here, this Colombian destination has become an increasingly popular stop on Caribbean itineraries. Most cruises visiting Santa Marta are 10-night voyages that combine this port with other Caribbean highlights like Cartagena, Panama City, and the ABC islands, with peak visiting seasons occurring during the winter months and spring breaks.
When your ship docks in Santa Marta, you'll find yourself in a region rich with natural wonders and cultural experiences. The nearby Lost City trek and pristine Caribbean beaches offer adventure seekers unforgettable excursions, while the colorful colonial charm of nearby Cartagena is just a short journey away. Whether you're looking to explore Colombia's Caribbean coast or simply enjoy the warm hospitality and local flavor, Santa Marta provides an authentic and memorable port experience for cruise travelers.
When your ship docks in Santa Marta, you'll find yourself in a region rich with natural wonders and cultural experiences. The nearby Lost City trek and pristine Caribbean beaches offer adventure seekers unforgettable excursions, while the colorful colonial charm of nearby Cartagena is just a short journey away. Whether you're looking to explore Colombia's Caribbean coast or simply enjoy the warm hospitality and local flavor, Santa Marta provides an authentic and memorable port experience for cruise travelers.
Cruise Lines at Santa Marta
- Emerald Cruises (13 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (8 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (8 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (7 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (1 cruise)
- Holland America Line (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Santa Marta
Cruises Visiting Santa Marta
Ship Schedule at Santa Marta
Santa Marta Location
Other Cruise Ports in Colombia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE for Santa Marta, Colombia?
COSMR is the UN/LOCODE for Santa Marta, Colombia.
Where is Santa Marta port located?
Latitude 11.2403547 and longitude -74.2110227 in Colombia.
What type of port is Santa Marta?
An official port serving cargo and cruise traffic in Colombia.
What image represents Santa Marta port?
The port is represented by an image available at the assets URL.