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Minca

Minca is a small mountain village in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, inland from Santa Marta. These guides answer the practical questions first: whether it is worth the detour, how many days it needs, and how to get there.

Minca Guides

Decision

Is Minca worth the detour?

A first-hand, honest answer to whether Minca deserves a spot in your Colombia itinerary.

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Planning

How many days do you actually need in Minca?

Three days if you came to see things. What changes if you didn't.

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Practical Guide

How to get to Minca: The complete guide

First-hand guide on how to get from Santa Marta to Minca by colectivo or taxi, and navigating the upland tracks to your lodging.

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