Prices and facts: Caribbean Coast
Most fincas on the Caribbean Coast have a warm climate, according to what each owner declares. The next holidays that make a long weekend are: November 16, March 22 and March 26.
- Climate
- Mostly warm (95% of the fincas say so)
- Pool
- 55% of the fincas have a pool
- Capacity
- 12 guests at the typical finca; one in four takes 15 or more
- Climate of the area
- Hot (27-34 °C / 81-93 °F)
- Altitude
- 0 - 700 m above sea level
- Distance
- Bogotá 1.5 h by air, Medellín 1 h by air
These are the prices owners ask on Finkeros; each owner sets their own, and it can change in peak season. Climate, altitude and distance from our guide Fincas on the Caribbean Coast — 2026 Guide.
Travel guide: Caribbean Coast
Sea breeze, the ocean and fincas with hammocks in the shade of coconut palms
- Most fincas are around Cartagena.
- Tolú and Coveñas: beaches on the Gulf of Morrosquillo.
- Minca, in the Sierra Nevada, for cooler air near Santa Marta.
Around Cartagena
Turbaco and Arjona are 30 to 45 minutes from central Cartagena. Here a finca means a pool and a kiosco (an open-sided thatched shelter), not a beach. It is the option for large groups who want to see Cartagena without staying in the city.
Tolú, Coveñas and San Onofre
The Gulf of Morrosquillo is 2.5 to 3.5 hours from Cartagena by road. Tolú and Coveñas have beachfront fincas, and boats leave from Tolú for the San Bernardo Islands. San Onofre, in the department of Sucre, has the beach at Rincón del Mar.
Santa Marta and Minca
The fincas around Santa Marta are in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. Minca (about 650 m above sea level), less than an hour from Santa Marta, is cooler, with coffee farms and waterfalls.
Getting there
There are direct flights from Bogotá to Cartagena, Santa Marta and Barranquilla, about 1.5 hours, with Avianca, LATAM, Wingo and JetSMART, among others. From Medellín, about 1 hour. By road, Bogotá to Santa Marta takes 16 to 18 hours and Bogotá to Cartagena 18 to 20. Once on the coast, you almost always need a car to reach a rural finca.
What they won't tell you
The dry season runs from December to April. Between September and November it rains hard, and downpours can cut the power or flood rural roads. In December and January, occupancy in Cartagena and Santa Marta is also high and the listed prices stop applying. Ask whether the finca has a backup generator and air conditioning in the bedrooms.
Frequently asked questions about fincas for rent on the Caribbean Coast
When should you book a finca on the Caribbean Coast for a long weekend?
Book early: puentes (long weekends) are peak season and the price may differ from the one listed, so confirm the price for your dates with the owner. The next holidays that make a long weekend are: November 16, March 22 and March 26.
What is the climate like at the fincas on the Caribbean Coast?
Most fincas on the Caribbean Coast have a warm climate, according to what each owner declares. Our guide “Fincas on the Caribbean Coast — 2026 Guide” describes the area's climate as: Hot (27-34 °C / 81-93 °F). Fincas on the Caribbean Coast — 2026 Guide.
How many fincas on the Caribbean Coast have a pool?
55% of the fincas for rent on the Caribbean Coast have a pool, according to what each owner declares.
Are there fincas for sale on the Caribbean Coast?
Yes, there are also fincas for sale on the Caribbean Coast. See fincas for sale on the Caribbean Coast.
How do I book or buy a finca on Finkeros?
Finkeros is not a middleman: on each finca’s listing you tap “Contact” and talk directly to the owner or the property manager. Dates, payment and terms are agreed between you, with no commission to Finkeros.