MINCA GLAMPING
2024
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Beautiful cabañas with large windows overlooking the rainforest, offering a natural pool to cool off
A harmonious combination of comfort and nature. Minca Glamping is three beautiful cabañas in guadua with large windows overlooking the rainforest, the song of the birds as an alarm clock. Well decorated and with nice bathrooms. The Arimaka River, which flows below, offers a natural swimming pool to cool off. The owners, a French-Colombian couple who are attentive without being intrusive, do much to make the stay a success. Milady cooks well, while the affable Maxime is one of the best guides in the country. You are in good hands!
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Glamping between $190,000 and $250,000. Breakfast included. Home service for remaining meals. Wi-Fi at reception,
Owner's Message
Minca, a village at 650 meters above sea level, and 14 kilometers from the city of Santa Marta is the main gateway to the Sierra Nevada, the highest coastal mountain in the world.
"Glamping" is a contraction of two words: "Glamour" and "Camping".
Minca Glamping is an alternative accommodation for eco-tourism, which offers the traveler a privileged and harmonious contact with the exuberant nature without renouncing to comforts and conveniences. Minca Glamping is built with endemic bamboo, different types of wood, palm leaves, all with artisanal techniques. Once installed, you will have the impression of being close to nature, and sleep directly in the jungle, but still protected by the mosquito nets of the large windows and the comfort of a good bedding. The climate is hot during the day, but cool at night. We sleep without air conditioning or fan.
Although close to the village (1.5 kilometers from the center of the village, with the last 600 meters to reach the reception by a walking path), Minca Glamping is in the middle of the forest, with the omnipresent sound of the Arimaca River that borders the site. After your breakfast, without having to leave the hotel, you can go down there in less than two minutes and enjoy a small natural pool and its waterfall: the totally natural jacuzzi is private and always available. Bamboo and gigantic Caracoli surround you while you enjoy the clear and fresh water.
Many fruit trees and tropical flowers allow the birds to feel comfortable and eat all year round. You can see: Keel-billed toucan, crested Oropendola, Squirrel Cuckoo, Oriole, black-cheasted jay, White-Bearded Manakin, Blue-grey Tanager, Hummingbirds... (we recommend bird watching tour ) On the way there is a small lake where you can see kingfisher and sometimes heron. We also have sightings of howler monkey, agouti, deer.
Hikers will be pleased by the different options around Minca, with waterfalls, coffee and cocoa farms, but also with a great gastronomic variety within the village itself.
Members' reviews on MINCA GLAMPING
Carlos and his family looked after us like royalty. Breakfast on the open patio is delicious and they were always on hand to make our stay as enjoyable as possible.
A really lovely family who work hard for their guests.
Minca is about a mile away but the walk through the forest is a delight. We always made sure we were back before dark.
If you enjoy being close to nature and don't mind the hike then Minca Glamping would be hard to beat. We have travelled extensively and this place is right up there on our list of the best places we have stayed. Highly recommended
The location is breath taking, safe, and walking distance from Minca village. It took us 20 mins to walk from our favorite restaurant Lazy Cat to the house. The whole area is fenced and you will get a key for the gate. There's a solid bamboo bridge for crossing the river, which was calm and shallow at the time. We enjoyed every walk, especially by night and I recommend to take a head torch with you. It's a great experience to stay in the jungle, separated from mosquitos and other insects but almost outside, because part of the house construction are nets. You can watch the mountains, nature and moon from your bed. In the morning you will be awakened by a gang of chickens and turkeys:D. The rooster is definitely the king of jungle in this area.
The place is spotless, spacious, and very well maintained. The hosts are such lovely, responsive, helpful and welcoming folks. We enjoyed the simple but delicious breakfast and fresh fruits. There are many attractions and hikes nearby.
Thank you for a wonderful time and memorable experience ♥️
1. Super good price for an amazing cabin
2. Top cleanliness
3. Hosts are amazing and kind. Carlos showed us all sorts of plants on the way to the cabin
4. You’re immersed in nature, with the sounds of birds, trees and water. Magical!
A few things to note before booking: the hotel is 20 minutes on foot from Minca (10 min walk to the gate and 10 min hike to the cabin going through a river as well). The hosts helped us bring the suitcases all the way up. There is no hot water as most places in Minca. As they note when you book, there is only breakfast included and they do not serve lunch or dinner, however you can order to have delivery to your room. It rains in the afternoon so make sure to hike in the morning and enjoy the rain from the cabin!
I hope we can come back again! From London ????????