21 Dec 2022
The tour exceeded our expectations because the advertising was a little vague. We were picked up at our Airbnb in Santa Marta and spent the night in this cute lodge that's between a hostel and a hotel. Nestled in the jungle, the amenities are rustic and charming. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was very peaceful. Since we just stayed over night, we brought only a portion of our luggage and it worked out perfectly. There is swimming available the first day so be prepared to change clothes and/or have an outfit that dries quickly. Mosquito repellant is a must.
There are multiple guides who are funny and knowledgeable. All the hikes and presentations were informative and fun. We have been on coffee tours in the past but this was my favorite. Making chocolate was also a lot of fun. They provide binoculars for the bird watching! This is a huge piece of information - some people brought their own not knowing this was included.
Most meals are included except for dinner on the first night. We were referred to a restaurant in the jungle nearby that had exceptional vegetarian/vegan options at a very low price.
Overall, we had an excellent time and we highly recommend taking this excursion as a nice departure from the hectic world of Santa Marta. Jungle Joe was super nice and offered a lot of flexibility.