Bahía Concha
Location
Bahía Concha Sector, Tayrona National Park
Distance
12 km / 7.5 mi
Difficulty
Easy access
Highlights
Camping
Current temperature at this beach
Temperature
26.6°C
Humidity
80%
Rain
0.0 mm
Updated
May 9, 4:00 AM
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Bahía Concha is the closest Tayrona beach to Santa Marta — a sweeping, curved bay with white sand, crystal-clear water, and dramatic cliffs, all framed by lush vegetation. It's hugely popular with locals on weekends and is one of the few Tayrona-area beaches where you can camp overnight on the sand. Snorkeling is excellent, especially near the rocky edges of the bay. Access is via the Bahía Concha entrance of the national park, a separate and smaller fee from the main Zaino entrance.
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Highlights
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Dynamic coordinates: 11.2989, -74.1496
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Best time to visit
Weekdays; popular with locals on weekends
Entrance fee
Not specified
Closure dates
Not specified
Getting there
Take a buseta from Avenida 5ta and Calle 14 (Bastidas) to the end of the line, then a motorcycle taxi (~5 min) to the beach entrance.
Insider tip
Because it has its own separate entrance from the main Zaino sector, Bahía Concha is usually easier for a quick day trip than deeper Tayrona beaches. Bring your own food if you want to keep costs down.
Warnings
- Check current access restrictions before visiting
- Bring your own water and sun protection
Where to eat near Bahía Concha
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