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.

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.

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 Colombia's Hidden Gem in Nature's Embrace

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.

3
TOWERS

1

CABIN LOOKOUT

3

TREE HOUSES

5

OTHERS

CHOOSE YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE

Selva Minca is a natural reserve with a majestic river, old-growth forest and flourishing biodiversity. With your support, we are regenerating the flora and fauna that was previously clear-cut from a cattle ranch. We have sustainably constructed seven lodges where you can enjoy modern comforts while immersed in a serene natural environment.

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what our guests say

Barbara Cornacchia


I spent 4 nights at Selva Minca, in “Colibrí” the tallest tower. I cannot describe how I felt, sleeping in the middle of the jungle, surrounded just by nature, listening to sounds of birds, monkeys, rivers, and waterfalls. I had never experienced anything like this before. The Staff was absolutely lovely and accommodating, and the food was to die for! Everything was organic, sustainable, vegetarian. I felt so good and healthy and rejoiced!

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Andrew

New York, NY


Selva Minca is truly magical. We had a beautiful experience for 2 nights!

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Nova Scotia, Canada



Recommend if you are truly in love with nature and looking for something different. clean and nice stay, i will come back again.

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nancy poeschl


We loved our stay at Selva Minka. The staff was phenomenal. The rooms were fun. Lots of hiking right from your doorstep. The food was great, they even shared a recipe for their pancakes that we had two orders of because they were so good. The ride from the hotel back and forth on motorcycles with the

locals was also very fun and inexpensive in the town was very cute. We would love to bring the whole family back

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Barbara Cornacchia


I spent 4 nights at Selva Minca, in “Colibrí” the tallest tower. I cannot describe how I felt, sleeping in the middle of the jungle, surrounded just by nature, listening to sounds of birds, monkeys, rivers, and waterfalls. I had never experienced anything like this before. The Staff was absolutely lovely and accommodating, and the food was to die for! Everything was organic, sustainable, vegetarian. I felt so good and healthy and rejoiced!

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Andrew

New York, NY


Selva Minca is truly magical. We had a beautiful experience for 2 nights!

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Minca, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia

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