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Minca Full Day Tour: Explore Colombian Mountains and Discover Coffee Farming
5.0
28 Ratings
Santa Marta
Embark on a full-day adventure to Minca, Colombia, and immerse yourself in the stunning mountains. Discover a coffee farm, hike through lush trails, and swim in a picturesque waterfall. Perfect for coffee lovers and solo travelers.
Embark on a full-day adventure to Minca, Colombia, and immerse yourself in the stunning mountains. Discover a coffee farm, hike through lush trails, and swim in a picturesque waterfall. Perfect for coffee lovers and solo travelers.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Santa Marta - Guests will be picked up from their hotel or Airbnb in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados, Bello Horizonte, Playa Dormida, or Taganga.
- Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Minca, La Candelaria cocoa farm, La Victoria coffee farm, and Marinka waterfalls are all situated on the slopes of La Sierra Nevada de…
- Santa Marta - Guests will be picked up from their hotel or Airbnb in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados, Bello Horizonte, Playa Dormida, or Taganga.
- Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Minca, La Candelaria cocoa farm, La Victoria coffee farm, and Marinka waterfalls are all situated on the slopes of La Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
- Minca - Minca is a charming village nestled in the hills of the world’s tallest coastal mountains, “La Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.” It is currently the top choice for nature and biodiversity enthusiasts. This will be the starting point of the tour.
- Cascadas de Marinka - Visitors can reach here by 4x4 or hiking (depending on the selected option). The hike from Minca to Marinka waterfalls takes about 1 hour, while the 4x4 journey takes 25 minutes. Upon arrival at this beautiful waterfall, guests can swim and enjoy the scenery from the net located just outside the restaurant.
- La Miga Panadería - After visiting the waterfalls, there will be a stop at La Miga French Bakery. Guests will be invited to try some of the best chocolate bread ever baked. Its soft dough and delicious organic chocolate are sure to impress! For those who prefer something else, there will be an option to enjoy some delightful gelato.
- La Candelaria Coffee Farm B&B - La Candelaria Cocoa Farm is located on the slopes of the Sierra Nevada. Here, guests can enjoy an interactive and informative from-seed-to-cup organic chocolate tour. Ever wondered how chocolate bars are made? This is the perfect opportunity to find out! It’s an amazing and unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.
This farm will be visited only if the tour options “4x4 Off-Road Adventure Opt 2” and “4-hour 8-mile steep hike” are selected.
- Masaya Casas Viejas - Finca La Victoria, named after the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, is a coffee farm founded by English engineers in 1892. Situated around 2600 ft above sea level, it is one of Colombia’s oldest coffee farms. Remarkably, they have maintained the use of the same machines and procedures over the years without compromising the quality and quantity of their organic, first-class coffee beans. Visitors can learn about the entire coffee production process, from picking to packaging and distribution.
This fascinating organic coffee farm moves tons of coffee beans across 148 acres using gravity, pipelines, and machines imported 100 years ago, without the use of animals at any stage of the process.
This farm will be visited if the correct option is selected. It is included only in the tour option “4x4 Off-Road Adventure Opt 1.”
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Marinka Waterfalls admission fee
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Coffee farm entrance and guided tour in English or Spanish
- Private bilingual guide (English or Spanish)
- 4x4 SUV (if you selected the correct option)
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Marinka Waterfalls admission fee
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Coffee farm entrance and guided tour in English or Spanish
- Private bilingual guide (English or Spanish)
- 4x4 SUV (if you selected the correct option)
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Food (breakfast, lunch and/or dinner)
- Food (breakfast, lunch and/or dinner)
Additional Information
Have a compelling tale to regale your companions with after embarking on a journey through the lush, emerald-hued mountainsides of Colombia during a comprehensive day tour to Minca. Traverse soggy pathways while being serenaded by the indigenous birds warbling amidst the ancient trees that rise from the slopes of the tallest coastal mountain range in…
Have a compelling tale to regale your companions with after embarking on a journey through the lush, emerald-hued mountainsides of Colombia during a comprehensive day tour to Minca. Traverse soggy pathways while being serenaded by the indigenous birds warbling amidst the ancient trees that rise from the slopes of the tallest coastal mountain range in the tropical zone. Your efforts will be soothed as you take time to bask and bathe in the serene waters of Marinka’s natural basin, beneath a majestic waterfall cascading at a height of 100 feet in terraced splendor. Following your rejuvenation, proceed to the coffee plantation, where seasoned cultivators will impart their extensive coffee expertise, covering every aspect of the journey from planting the seed to brewing the cup.
Noteworthy experiences:
- An ideal choice for aficionados of coffee eager to experience a genuine Colombian coffee estate.
- Sidestep the throng: Enjoy the exclusivity of a private vehicle and guide solely for you and your group.
- Transparent pricing: Your only concern will be procuring meals, as everything else is taken care of.
- The excursion is a prime pick for individuals exploring alone, duos, and families with children aged eight and above.
Location
Santa Marta
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(28 Ratings)
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Amy_t
Feb 20, 2026
Terrific experience - Great experience. Swimming at the base of the waterfall was exhilarating. The strenuousness of the hike can be varied to accommodate the traveler. Understanding the organic coffee production at La Victoria was fascinating. Our guide Hugo Lopez Martinez was amazing. He taught us about history, medicinal plants, local attractions. We had two food experiences in Minca that we quite enjoyed. Would highly recommend Hugo. He made our tour special and personalized it to our interests.
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Lynne_b
Feb 10, 2026
Fun day experiencing, and learning about, the Minka area- from waterfalls to a cocoa farm! - My family of 5 (ages ranging from 5 to 73) just had a wonderful, fun filled day exploring, experiencing and learning about the Minka area of Columbia with our guide Hugo López. We stopped first in the town of Minka for delicious coffee and home-made chocolate breads from La Miga panaderia and then headed up to the Marinka waterfalls. Hugo made sure we got there before the crowds so we were able to swim and play by the waterfall which was perfect on a hot day!
After the waterfalls we headed up to Finca La Candelaria, a family run cocoa farm that was established over 100 years ago. We learned about organic cocoa cultivation and had a hands on experience to learn the process of fermenting, drying, roasting and grinding the beans and we tasted the final product - from the nibs to the chocolate with local honey to the milk chocolate with added milk and sea salt. It was fascinating as well as a lot of fun for my grandsons who are 5 and 8. We finished with a great lunch in a restaurant overlooking the river in Minka.
I can’t say enough good things about the day and our guide, Hugo and driver, Jesus.
Hugo was a wealth of information and knew how to impart it in an interesting manner to keep even the young boys engaged and asking questions. He speaks excellent English and taught us a lot about the culture, history, flora and fauna of Columbia with a focus on this area.
Jesus made us feel safe at all times on the crazy steep and windy roads with his excellent driving!!
I highly recommend this Bukap travels tour and be sure to request Hugo and Jesus!
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Happydesigner
Feb 10, 2026
Fabulous day of experiencing the Minca area from waterfalls to a Cocoa farm! - My family of 5 (ages ranging from 5 to 73) just had a wonderful, fun filled day exploring, experiencing and learning about the Minka area of Columbia with our guide Hugo López. We stopped first in the town of Minka for delicious coffee and home-made chocolate breads from La Miga panaderia and then headed up to the Marinka waterfalls. Hugo made sure we got there before the crowds so we were able to swim and play by the waterfall which was perfect on a hot day!
After the waterfalls we headed up to Finca La Candelaria, a family run cocoa farm that was established over 100 years ago. We learned about organic cocoa cultivation and had a hands on experience to learn the process of fermenting, drying, roasting and grinding the beans and we tasted the final product - from the nibs to the chocolate with local honey to the milk chocolate with added milk and sea salt. It was fascinating as well as a lot of fun for my grandsons who are 5 and 8. We finished with a great lunch in a restaurant overlooking the river in Minka.
I can’t say enough good things about the day and our guide, Hugo and driver, Jesus.
Hugo was a wealth of information and knew how to impart it in an interesting manner to keep even the young boys engaged and asking questions. He speaks excellent English and taught us a lot about the culture, history, flora and fauna of Columbia with a focus on this area.
Jesus made us feel safe at all times on the crazy steep and windy roads with his excellent driving!!
I highly recommend this Bukap travels tour and be sure to request Hugo and Jesus!
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K5577pspaigeh
Feb 10, 2026
The perfect day trip from Santa Marta - We had a great day visiting Minca and the surrounding area! Hugo was an amazing guide- we have decided that he was the best, most knowledgeable and most genuine tour guide we’ve ever had.
The tour itself was fun, exciting and interesting the whole time. We had a blast swimming in the waterfall pool- which was COLD but once you get in, you get used to it quickly, then touring the cacao farm and getting to make chocolate was a highlight for all of us. They also went out of their way to make it special for our five year old and eight year old.
The roads and drive were an adventure in itself- in a good way- and
Hugo and our driver Jesus were a great team, and altogether we will recommend this day trip from Santa Marta to anyone and everyone who is visiting the area!
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120mindya
Jan 12, 2026
Great Coffee, Stunning Waterfalls, and an Amazing Guide! - This tour was an incredible experience and a highlight of our trip to Colombia. Our tour guide Hugo was the Best! After spending the day with him, we left feeling like we had made a new friend. The tour was very special. We started in town near where we were glamping and grabbed a quick bite before heading to La Victoria Coffee Farm. La Victoria is very unique in that they still use machinery that is over 100 years old. Their coffee was also delicious. We then headed to Marinka Waterfalls. Unless you want a strenuous workout, I suggest the 4 X 4 option. There is a short hike to the falls. Hadar our driver for the day was great, as was the driver to the falls. The falls are beautiful. We decided to take a dip for some photos (which I highly recommend) but the water was quite chilly. Hugo was also an amazing photographer and we got some great shots. We saw a lot of beauty in our 9 days in Colombia but what really made this tour special was our guide Hugo. He was knowledgeable and passionate. He shared so many insights about the region and went above and beyond to make sure we thoroughly enjoyed our day! We will be back to tour with him again and can't recommend this experience enough.
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Mindy_a
Jan 12, 2026
Great Coffee, Stunning Waterfalls, and an Amazing Guide! - This tour was an incredible experience and a highlight of our trip to Colombia. Our tour guide Hugo was the Best! After spending the day with him, we left feeling like we had made a new friend. The tour was very special. We started in town near where we were glamping and grabbed a quick bite before heading to La Victoria Coffee Farm. La Victoria is very unique in that they still use machinery that is over 100 years old. Their coffee was also delicious. We then headed to Marinka Waterfalls. Unless you want a strenuous workout, I suggest the 4 X 4 option. There is a short hike to the falls. Hadar our driver for the day was great, as was the driver to the falls. The falls are beautiful. We decided to take a dip for some photos (which I highly recommend) but the water was quite chilly. Hugo was also an amazing photographer and we got some great shots. We saw a lot of beauty in our 9 days in Colombia but what really made this tour special was our guide Hugo. He was knowledgeable and passionate. He shared so many insights about the region and went above and beyond to make sure we thoroughly enjoyed our day! We will be back to tour with him again and can't recommend this experience enough.
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Jniner
Dec 26, 2025
Waterfalls, Cocoa and Coffee - an excellent day! - We had an excellent experience in Minca, la Candelaria cocoa farm and at Marinka falls with our tour guide Hugo and our driver Jorge our driver. The route chosen allowed us the maximum swim time, educational and delicious chocolate and coffee as well as time for lunch in Minca. Hugo shared local knowledge, history and Colombia treats.
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Ryan
Nov 28, 2025
Great tour! - Very good, informative guide! Beautiful! We really enjoyed our tour, especially the coffee plantation. Highly recommend!
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Shirley
Nov 1, 2025
Great time! - Amazing full day tour to Minca with a private guide - Amazing full day tour to Minca with a private guide. We had a great time! Our tour guide was Erik Vladimir Ramirez. He was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. He was very nice and friendly. I would recommend this tour and guide!
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Delicàto
Oct 7, 2025
Highly recommended - They’re professionals from start to finish. Their service is excellent, and the guides’ recommendations were 10/10. They’re punctual and very kind.
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