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
AMAZING. If you’re looking to be in the mountains relaxing, hike, swim in the river, or do yoga, this is the place for you. The views were impeccable. They offer restaurant service which is very good(all vegan)! Everyone was very nice and welcoming. We saw a lot of pretty birds from our room alone. Something to be aware of: we left the doors open for some time and a lot of mosquitoes got into the room. Fortunately there is a net around the bed to be able to sleep comfortably. After all, this is Mother Nature ☺️
Magical spot in the jungle. A full immersion. I highly recommend choosing this place if you are visiting through Minca.
This is the perfect place to stay for a few days, a few weeks, or longer. The places are equipped with basic kitchen amenities, perfect for making meals to save on travel costs. There’s also an incredible kitchen on site, with a fully vegetarian/vegan menu. Despite not being either, I regularly enjoyed meals there, as the food was delicious. As for the room, the beds are large and comfortable, with lots of lighting options for late night reading. Instead of walls on two sides, the cabin is equipped with retractable screens, good for being open in the day, and keeping the bugs away at night. The beds are also fully encased in fly netting, so bugs are never a problem. The shower provides hot water and looks out over the jungle. It’s amazing to take a private shower, while at the same time feeling like you’re part of the natural surroundings. Mauricio and Kat are great hosts, always a phone call or text away, and really seem to care about the people they host. As the place is about a 5 minute taxi out of the main town (about a 15 minute walk), all you can hear is the sounds of the jungle wildlife, and the rushing river below. I can’t recommend this place enough, and decided to turn a week long stay into a month.