Go early to avoid queues and have the best pick of accommodation
Take plenty of water and suncream
Bring your own food to avoid high prices and potential food poisoning
If you’re going to take alcohol beware, it’s likely to get confiscated at the entrance
Be aware of where you can and can’t swim. Plenty of people have drowned in the park as currents are strong
Bring snorkelling gear
Consider going as a day trip, using El Rio as a base
Visit the lesser known but equally beautiful Playa Brava and Bahia Concha
Leave your big backs and travel light - we can look after your luggage at El Rio
Bring plenty of cash and withdraw in Santa Marta - cash machines are few and far between. Some restaurants or shops will allow you to withdraw but for a hefty fee

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