4-Day Lost City Small-Group Tour in Santa Marta

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4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Challenge yourself on a 4-day hiking adventure through the Colombian jungle as you trek to the mythical Ciudad Perdida. Enjoy the marvelous landscapes and natural beauty of this magical place. This vigorous trekking experience traverses the unspoiled terrain of the Colombian wilderness, culminating in a visit to an impressive indigenous archaeological site from the 9th century. Your small-group tour, with a maximum of 12 participants, also includes a guide, accommodations, entrance fees, round-trip transport from hotels in Santa Marta and meals as per the itinerary.

What's Included

Light refreshments
Hotel pickup and drop-off
National Park fees
3 nights accommodation
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Driver
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Local taxes
All activities
Transport by private vehicle
English speaking guide or an English translator with the guide.
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
indigenous crafts
Souvenirs
Services not described in the plan.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Incluye recogida en: Centro Histórico, Sector Pozos Colorados, Rodadero, Taganga, Casco urbano. No incluye recogida en: Minca, Palomino (tiene recargo adicional), entre otros

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Meeting point

Bahía de Santa Marta, Cerca a la Marina Internacional.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Beginning of an adventure right in the middle of mother nature

    1 stop
  • 1
    Ciudad Perdida

    The tour begins at the meeting point or pickup from your accommodation. From there, depart on a 4WD vehicle for 3 hours approximately towards 'El Mamey', a place where you will begin the trekking for about 6 km to get to the first cabins, Adan or Alfredo, for accommodation to spend the night. During the trekking journey, you'll enjoy a variety of natural pools flowing directly from "la Sierra Nevada" where you will be able to swim and refresh yourself, to make out your adventure an extraordinary experience.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Closer to Teyuna

    1 stop
  • 2
    Ciudad Perdida

    Group will depart at 8:00 am from “'Adan' or 'Alfredo'” to resume the trip towards a third camping site “'Paraíso Teyuna'”, site where you will spend the second night which is 1 hour away from 'The Lost City', venturing for 8 to 9 hours approximately . Throughout this walk, you will border “'Mutanyi'”, an indigenous settlement inhabited by a Kogui tribe, where the scouting guide will provide local information and details.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    The Lost City

    1 stop
  • 3
    Ciudad Perdida

    Finally, you will reach 'Teyuna'. It will take about 1 hour from 'Paraiso Teyuna' to The Lost City 1. Climb 1200 stair steps and as you ascend, you will find ancient terraces built thousands of years ago until reaching those archaeological rings, which were the main settlements of the extinct Tayrona culture. Along with this guided trip, you'll learn more about the ancient city and enjoy beautiful landscapes provided by mother nature. Thus, it is highly possible to enjoy a bath inside the "Pozo de la Juventud" (youth well), a magical place that, according to the legend, has miraculous advantages. Once the walk finishes, descend back to 'Paraiso Teyuna' to initiate the trek back towards the first cabin, where you will be spending the night “'Mumake ó Tezumake'”.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Adventure ends here

    1 stop
  • 4
    Ciudad Perdida

    The days in contact with nature draw to an end, so it's the time to return to the city. The departure will be early from the second cabin “'Mumake ó Tezumake'” towards 'El Mamey' traveling back to Santa Marta for 8 to 9 hours approximately. Once you reach 'El Mamey', enjoy a scrumptious homemade lunch before riding the 4WD vehicle heading towards the city. There'll be some spare time to enjoy the company of your new travel mates, which made your trip an unforgettable adventure.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Tags

Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
4WD Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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