Planning a Trip to Tayrona National Park? Check the Closure Dates First
Planning a visit to Tayrona National Park while you're in Santa Marta? Here's something worth knowing before you book your tour: the park closes three times a year, so it's important to check the dates before making your plans. These closures are part of Respira Tayrona (“Tayrona Breathes”). They give nature a chance to recover and allow the Indigenous communities of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta to carry out their traditional ceremonies and spiritual activities. As a local tour guide, I always recommend checking the park's closure dates before booking your trip. It's a simple step that can save you some frustration and help you plan your time in Santa Marta more comfortably. When Does Tayrona National Park Close? Tayrona National Park has three scheduled closure periods each year: February 1 – 15 — Kugkui Shikasa June 1– 15 — Saka Juso October 19 – November 2 — Nabbatashi These dates are part of the park's regular conservation calendar and are connected to ...