Nestled in the heart of the Colombian jungle lies the magical SelvaMinca.
Here, the lush vegetation, crisp mountain air, abundant birdlife and soothing
sound of the river will renew and revitalize you.
Enjoy hiking, daily yoga, spa treatments and hearty
vegetarian meals in a unique, transformative experience.
What’s Selva Minca?
SelvaMinca is a nature reserve in the Colombian rainforest, just 40 minutes from the Santa Marta airport. Immersed in an old-growth forest and a majestic river are seven ecolodges where you will feel secluded from civilization, yet enjoy modern comforts. We offer an assortment of uplifting activities that will help you obtain wellness bliss.
Minca
If you are planning a trip to the Northern Coast of Colombia, you’ll want to include Minca in your itinerary. Perched in the Sierra Nevada mountains is a small village overlooking the Caribbean coast. With less than 1000 inhabitants, this locale is a hidden treasure well worth the detour.
In 1980, UNESCO declared Minca a World Heritage Site, Biosphere, and Mankind Reserve. Its privileged location between bustling Santa Marta beach and the Sierra Nevada mountain ranges make it a unique site. The tropical rainforest has temperatures ranging between 62 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit and the trees reach a height of 40 meters.
Minca is home to 19 species of native birds; however, you’ll have the opportunity to see up to 162 species. These include toucans, macaws, sparrows, oropendolas and even 20 varieties of hummingbirds.
Reconnect with Nature
Total immersion experience, starry nights, dawn with the cooing of the birds and the whisper of the river, walks full of content and learning, respect and affection for this great ecosystem.
What our guests say
I wanted to connect more with nature, I wanted silence, I wanted to connect with mother earth, but my expectations were far exceeded. Well, I don't want to spoil the surprise, but from the moment you enter the reception, you already know and sense how special your days there will be. The reserve is on the banks of the river, in a forest with ancient trees with abundant vegetation and singing birds. During the day, the walls become windows that open in a zig zag, in such a way that you are integrated and immersed in the vegetation, as if you were on an observation deck where you can reach and touch the trees. Contact with nature is direct and very special. Celmira's food is made with so much love and dedication that it nourishes the body but also the spirit. Lovely. It is difficult to decide the activity of the day, since all the options are wonderful. The trails of the Reserve, learning about botany and our relationship with the land left me with great teachings. The bath in the river was totally energizing, the pure water from the Sierra recharged me, the medicinal mud mask is a beautiful gift for our skin, the best exfoliation. The kindness and excellent attention of the entire human team made me feel at home, never like in a hotel, it is a big difference. I take them in my heart. I will be back, for sure!
This place is just magical. It’s one of the best places we’ve ever stayed at. Not just the accommodation itself, the people make this place peaceful and unique. Food was more than awesome! Thanks again to everybody! We’ll come back soon.
A great place in the heights of Minca