Santa Catalina Travel Guide
Colombia
Santa Catalina is a small town in northern Colombia, with a population of 6,084. It sits in the Caribbean region, between Cartagena and Barranquilla, and is served by Santa Catalina Airport (SCA).
The nearby coastline includes Salinas de Galerazamba, 21.8 kilometres from Santa Catalina. The site is known for a natural phenomenon that gives the water a pink appearance, making it the main named coastal stop close to town.
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Pays in COP
Plug type Type A & Type B (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 123
Dial code +57
Tipping: Tipping is not always expected in Colombia, but it's appreciated for good service. It's becoming more common, especially in tourist areas.
Best time to visit Santa Catalina
Jan
32°8Feb
33°8Mar
34°13Apr
33°24May
31°26Jun
31°26Jul
31°24Aug
31°28Sep
31°29Oct
30°30Nov
30°26Dec
31°17Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Santa Catalina
Playa de Las Canoas
13.9 km away
Salinas de Galerazamba
21.8 km away
It is a beautiful Pink Sea product of a natural phenomenon, located in the municipality of Santa Catalina, between Cartagena and Barranquilla.
Playón de La Vagabunda
25.4 km away
Balneario de Marbella
32.1 km away
Playa de Santa Verónica
37.9 km away
Playa del Ferú
38.3 km away
Things to do in Santa Catalina
Iglesia cristiana Santuario a Jehová loma arena
christian place of worship
0.8 km
Getting there
Santa Catalina Airport · 0 km
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