Barranquilla and Puerto Mocho day trip from El Rodadero

About Barranquilla and Puerto Mocho

What it is and what to do

The Magdalena River runs along Barranquilla until it reaches the sea at Bocas de Ceniza, according to colombia.travel.

A tourist train runs along the Tajamar from Las Flores station to Puerto Mocho beach.

Information verified on 2026-11-07. Opening hours, fees and closures can change: confirm with the operator before you go. Official site

Photos of Barranquilla and Puerto Mocho

The river meets the sea · Illustrative image · AI

Tourist train on the breakwater · Illustrative image · AI

Urban beach by the river · Illustrative image · AI

Rock breakwater at sunset · Illustrative image · AI

Riverside promenade · Illustrative image · AI

Sunset over the river · Illustrative image · AI

Your base in El Rodadero

350 meters from the beach

Hotel Taybo Kai is a 4-star hotel in the heart of El Rodadero, with 26 rooms, 24-hour reception and private parking. 350 meters from Playa El Rodadero and 250 from the boardwalk, with restaurants less than a block away. Every room has air conditioning, a private bathroom, a TV and free WiFi; the family rooms sleep up to 5.

• 350 m

  Playa El Rodadero

• 4

  Stars

• In every room

  Air conditioning

• 24/7

  Reception

Not included in the rate: breakfast (Buffet or continental, $20.000 COP extra per person) · airport transfer ($35.000 COP per transfer (up to 4 people) to/from Simón Bolívar Airport) · parking (Private, $15.000 COP per day).

FAQ

• What does the Barranquilla trip include?

  Lunch, a professional guide, travel insurance, a tour of Barranquilla's landmarks, the train to Bocas de Ceniza and a beach day at Puerto Mocho.

• What is Bocas de Ceniza?

  It is where the Magdalena River flows into the Caribbean Sea, in Barranquilla.

• Can I book a tour to Barranquilla and Puerto Mocho through the hotel?

  Yes. Book with the hotel's virtual assistant or message our tours WhatsApp (+57 314 605 9491): tours are run by the hotel's partner agency. They are paid separately and in full at least one day in advance.

• Where is Hotel Taybo Kai?

  At Carrera 2 # 5-60, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, 350 m from Playa El Rodadero (about a 4-minute walk).

• How much is a night at the hotel?

  Rooms start at $150.000 COP per night. Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.

• Is breakfast included?

  Breakfast (buffet or continental) is available at an extra cost of $20.000 COP per person and is not included in the room rate.

• Does the hotel rate include tickets or tours?

  No. The hotel rate covers accommodation only; tickets, tours and transport to visit Barranquilla and Puerto Mocho are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.