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Taganga

A small fishing village on Colombia's Caribbean coast, known for its tranquil beaches, scuba diving, and proximity to Tayrona National Park.

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This semi-sleepy fishing town is only a 15-minute drive from larger Santa Marta, but it feels like an isolated world due to the mountains that sandwich it on either side. The dusty, unpaved streets are lined with activity at night from both locals and travelers alike. Taganga is specially known for scuba diving of all kinds, drawing in rookies and pros from all over the world. Check out Oceano Scuba or Ocean Lovers to join in on some dives. After a swim, there are a myriad of family restaurants where you can get almuerzo (lunch) for a fabulously cheap price with inviting hospitality to boot. Google Maps won’t point you to them, but taking a stroll down a random, quiet road definitely will. Here’s to playing hide and seek with your meals.

sarahlempa 4 years ago

Small town Taganga is sandwiched between two towering hills that make it feel like a completely remote oasis of laid back charm. The diving opportunities, however, are anything but small. I might have spent most of my time lounging in my hostel pool, but I came across plenty of opportunities for both learners and seasoned divers for a super reasonable price. Check out Poseidon or Ocean Lovers to get snazzy in a wetsuit and some flippers.

sarahlempa 4 years ago

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