Valledupar (Ces) to Santa Marta (Mag) bus

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The road journey from Valledupar (Ces) to Santa Marta (Mag) is pleasant and relaxing. At redBus, we work with different bus companies that operate on this route with well-maintained buses and experienced drivers. Although the travel time varies from one bus operator to another because of traffic and climatic conditions, our continuous availability of bus services between Valledupar (Ces) and Santa Marta (Mag) reduces uncertainty and offers convenience for travelers.

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Irotama

• Address: Vía Ciénaga km 14
• Services: Irotama is the most exclusive and traditional hotel in Santa Marta. It is a fabulous resort with multiple buildings, cabins, and bungalows that offer not only a very pleasant rest but also an incomparable experience. Pools, jacuzzis, and a massive beach make family vacations much more enjoyable. The variety of restaurants allows guests to find places specializing in seafood, international cuisine, local food buffets, an attractive Italian restaurant, and even a curious aquarium where you can view various marine species while dining. The hotel offers horseback riding on the beach, water sports, and golf, both on a traditional green and a floating green in the sea. There is a wide variety of activities for children, as well as spaces for adults at night.

Del Mar Hotel

• Address: Calle 8 #2-78, El Rodadero
• Services: Guests at this hotel can enjoy a pool and an outdoor restaurant where they can have a buffet-style breakfast. The hotel includes laundry service, wireless internet, and housekeeping.

Hotel Coral

• Address: Carrera 4 #21D-31, Rodadero
• Services: Hotel Coral in Santa Marta is located in El Rodadero, with a privileged location near various restaurants, bars, shops, and supermarkets. It also boasts an attractive nightlife. The hotel has rooms equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, WiFi, and private bathrooms. Santa Marta Airport is just 10 minutes away, which is another great advantage.

Hotel Tayrona del Mar

• Address: Carrera 3 #5 - 98, El Rodadero
• Services: Tayrona del Mar is a business-oriented hotel. It has 52 rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, cable TV, work desks, and views of Santa Marta or the Caribbean Sea. The hotel offers a children's pool and another for adults, as well as a restaurant focused on Caribbean dishes and an attractive bar. Additionally, the hotel provides laundry services, room service, and airport transfers.

Restaurants and Bars in Santa Marta

Due to the large number of tourist attractions in Santa Marta, the city offers a wide variety of restaurants, mainly featuring typical regional food in clean and welcoming environments.

Maharaja India

• Address: Carrera 4 #14-34, Centro Historico
• Services: This attractive restaurant focuses on offering Indian and Asian food at very good prices, combining local products with oriental sauces and preparations. The restaurant offers very healthy food and a broad menu of options for vegans and people seeking gluten-free options.

Senses Restaurant - Garden - Bar

• Address: Calle 20 #3-53
• Services: This is a great option for dinner. The dishes are focused on pasta and seafood, offering a very complete Mediterranean diet. There is also a variety of beef options and attractive and innovative cheese preparations. The place is perfect for dining and staying to celebrate the rest of the night, with a glass of wine and the spectacular view of the garden surrounding the restaurant.

Tsuki Sushi Bar

• Address: Carrera 7 #116A-94
• Services: A good sushi spot was long overdue in the heart of Santa Marta. It's easy to find places with well-prepared fried fish, but this was a missing piece. The atmosphere is pleasant, and there are several dining options beyond traditional Japanese rolls. Prices are reasonable, and the service is prompt, making it a good idea for a light lunch or dinner before attending an event.

Tourist Attractions in Santa Marta

• El Acuario y Museo del Mar del Rodadero: This public aquarium and maritime museum is located in the Inca Inca inlet in front of El Rodadero beach in Santa Marta. It was inaugurated in 1965 by Captain Francisco Ospina Navia. The aquarium is part of Colombia's National Museum Network and a member of ACOPAZOA, the Colombian affiliate of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Accessible mainly by boat, the aquarium features 13 pools with a direct connection to the Caribbean Sea and 15 glass aquariums that house over 805 animals, including sharks, sea turtles, dolphins, sea lions, crustaceans, fish, and seabirds, 98% of which are native to the area. The aquarium also contains a museum section with exhibits of taxidermy specimens and nautical equipment, as well as an exhibit focused on the pre-Columbian Tayrona culture and its connection to the sea.
• Parque Tayrona: This paradisiacal place is where the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta meets the Caribbean Sea. White sand, crystal-clear waters, giant waves, and even a nudist beach are part of this natural park, which frequently attracts countless visitors from all over the world. However, the main attraction of Tayrona Park is the hike to Ciudad Perdida, ancient ruins built in the mid-700s AD by the Tayrona indigenous people.
• El Acuario: This maritime museum is located in the Inca Inca inlet on El Rodadero beach, one of the most visited places in Santa Marta. Inaugurated in 1965, it features 13 pools connected directly to the sea, and 15 glass aquariums where more than 800 animals can be observed, including sharks, sea turtles, dolphins, sea lions, crustaceans, fish, and marine birds, most of which are native to the area. The museum also has taxidermy animals on display and a collection of nautical equipment and elements of the Tayrona culture.

Bus Operators in Santa Marta

• Copetran
• Expreso Brasilia
• Transportes Marsol
• Unitransco