Playa Cinto, located within the Tayrona National Natural Park, is one of the most peaceful and beautiful destinations in the Colombian Caribbean.
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Thanks to its marine wealth and the calm of its waters, Playa Cinto is a privileged place to practice snorkeling and diving. Although it is located far from the city and requires planning to visit, this bay offers a unique experience within Tayrona, marked by tranquility, unspoilt landscape and direct contact with the natural environment.
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Cinto Beach, also known as Cinto Bayis one of the quietest and most beautiful beaches in the Tayrona National Natural Park (PNNT). This natural paradise stands out for its crystal clear watershis green vegetation all year round and his yellow sand with golden tonesa characteristic that makes it one of the most special beaches in the Colombian Caribbean.
Thanks to its secluded location, Playa Cinto is ideal for those looking disconnection, silence and direct contact with naturefar from the park’s busiest beaches.
Why visit Playa Cinto?
Among the main attractions of Playa Cinto are:
- Turquoise and crystal clear watersideal for swimming
- Great marine biodiversityperfect for snorkeling or diving
- Untouched natural landscapesurrounded by green hills and dense vegetation
- Quiet and uncrowded environmenteven in high season
The bay offers an impressive visual contrast between the blue of the Caribbean Sea, the clear sand and the vegetation that surrounds the entire beach.
Activities to do in Playa Cinto
Careting and diving
Playa Cinto is one of the best places in Tayrona to practice snorkeling or divingthanks to its abundant underwater life. It is common to see colorful fish and coral formations near the shore.
Rest and connection with nature
Being a less visited beach, it is perfect for resting, reading or simply enjoying the landscape without crowds.
Spend the night in a hammock
In Playa Cinto it is possible spend the night in hammocksalways with advance reservation. It is important to keep in mind that this is an area very far from the city.
Important recommendations before you go
- There are no health care centers or shops nearby.
- you must carry sufficient food, water and personal items
- Consider that the cell phone signal is limited or nonexistent
- Respect the environmental regulations of Tayrona Park
This experience is designed for responsible and well-prepared travelers.
How to get to Playa Cinto
Playa Cinto is located far from the urban area of Santa Marta, so access requires planning.
By boat (the most common way)
- From Taganga:
- Approximate time: 60 minutes
- From El Rodadero:
- Approximate time: 90 minutes
Via Neguanje (combined option)
From Santa Marta to Neguanje by public transport:
- Take a bus from the Santa Marta market
- They leave every 20 minutes towards the entrance of Tayrona Park.
- Tell the driver that you want to get off at Basin
From Neguanje to Playa Cinto:
- Hike: approximately 40 minutes
- Boat: around 10 minutes
