Ciudad Perdida 'Lost City' 6-Day Discovery Hiking Tour from Santa Marta

Visiting the Tairona's Lost City deep in the jungle of Sierra Nevada is an experience you won't soon forget. Built around 700 A.D., the ancient settlement was the principal urban center of the Tayrona civilization and one of the most important archaeological findings for the study of this culture. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

On this tour, you'll get firsthand knowledge of the area's unique way of life and traditions and at the same time, get to appreciate nature as you trek through lush jungles and pristine streams.

Day 1

Wake up and hit the road on a 4x4 vehicle to the village of El Mamey, where your trek to the Lost City begins. After lunch, start your trek through the first cabin, stopping occasionally to appreciate nature at its finest and get a glimpse of the local way of life in the remote river valleys of the Sierra Nevada.

Approximate walking time: 4 hours

Day 2

After breakfast, venture further into the lush jungle of the reserve. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to learn about Kogui and Wiwa, two of the main indigenous communities that inhabit the reserve. You may also spend some time by the Buritaca River to relax and have a refreshing swim.

Approximate walking duration: 3 hours

Day 3

Begin your descent to the Buritaca River Valley and pass an indigenous Kogui village called Mutanyi. During the trek, you'll have the opportunity to appreciate nature at its finest and enjoy a refreshing bath in one of the many rivers you'll cross. Arrive at the third camp called Paraiso Teyuna, have warm delicious food, and enjoy a rustic, back-to-basic night at the cabin.

Approximate walking duration: 5 hours

Day 4

Start your day with breakfast and begin your 2 km journey towards your goal, the Tairona's 'Lost City' or Ciudad Perdida. Climb 1200 steps that will lead you to the majestic stone settlement interconnected by roads, retaining walls, and circle-shaped terraces, surrounded by enchanting forest with unique flora and fauna. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere and stories of this place and marvel at what would have been here in years gone by. After the tour, you'll return to the Paraiso Teyuna camp for lunch then continue to the second camp where you'll spend the night.

Approximate walking duration: 8-9 hours

Day 5

Wake up with the sound of nature and have a delicious breakfast at the camp. Begin your hike back to El Mamey, walking through deep Sierra Nevada jungle, enjoying its unique sounds and overwhelming greenery. 

Day 6

Today is the last day of your Sierra Nevada adventure. Continue your way back to El Mamey and the journey will show you the breathtaking waterfalls and rivers of the national park. After lunch, you'll board the 4x4 vehicle that will take you back to Santa Marta. 

Includes

• Snacks and meals prepared by local chefs
• Roundtrip transfers from Santa Marta in a 4x4 vehicle
• Fuel
• Accommodation for 5 nights
• Professional local guide
• Travel insurance

Excludes

• Visa and visa application fees
• Immunizations
• Mules to carry luggage
• Beverages
• Tips and gratuities
  
• Personal expenses

Please Note

• The accommodation during the tour is in hammocks, beds or tents, according to your choice and availability; mosquito nets and blankets are provided every night.
• Guides are from the region instructed by SENA and with years of experience. They are trained to provide cultural, historical, and anthropological information on indigenous communities and the area.
• When passing through indigenous
  communities, please respect their space
  and privacy. Do not take photos without
  their proper authorization.