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

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Duration

4 days

Group Size

1 to 12 people

Ages

8 - 70 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

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.

Additional information

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
Minimum age is 8 years
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Passport name, number, expiry date, and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Hiking boots are recommended

Pickup

Bahía de Santa Marta, Cerca a la Marina Internacional. - Time zone: America/Bogota

• Comfortable walking shoes and Hiking boots are recommended • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel • Not recommended for participants with back problems • Not recommended for pregnant women • Minimum age is 8 years • Not wheelchair accessible Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

What's included

Light refreshments

Hotel pickup and drop-off

National Park fees

3 nights accommodation

Lunch: 4

Driver

Dinner: 4

Breakfast: 3

Local taxes

All activities

Transport by private vehicle

English speaking guide or an English translator with the guide.

Other

Gratuities

Other

Itinerary

Day 1: Beginning of an adventure right in the middle of mother nature

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.

Accommodation in beds or hammocks.

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Day 2: Closer to Teyuna

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.

In beds or hammock

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Day 3: The Lost City

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'”.

In beds or hammocks

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Day 4: Adventure ends here

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.

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FAQ

Can I get the refund?

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

Min 1 days: 100%
From 0 to 1 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (18 - 70 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 12

Children (8 - 17 years)

Minimum: 0, Maximum: 12