Tayrona protects a stretch of Caribbean coast where the Sierra Nevada drops to the sea, with jungle paths linking beaches and indigenous Kogi communities living inside the park. Most beaches have dangerous currents; Cabo San Juan and La Piscina are the swimmable ones. The park closes for several weeks each year at the request of indigenous authorities.
Related activities
Coastal trail to Cabo San Juan
Two-hour jungle and boardwalk walk between park beaches.
Lost City trek
Four-day trek to Ciudad Perdida in the Sierra Nevada, with mandatory guides.
How to get to Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park sits in Colombia. It pairs well with Walled city of Cartagena, Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, Rosario Islands, so you can group them on the same day.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Coastal trail to Cabo San Juan, Lost City trek.
Tayrona National Park FAQ
Where is Tayrona National Park?
Tayrona National Park is in Colombia.
What is near Tayrona National Park?
Nearby places include Walled city of Cartagena, Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, Rosario Islands, Comuna 13.
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