Travel to El Mamey, hike through the jungle, passing by several natural pools. Walk through indigenous villages and forge the Buritaca river. Reach the Lost City along 1,200 steep, mossy steps.
Special Remarks:
Trek deep into the jungle to the famous Lost City
Pass through indigenous villages & see the local life
Experience sleeping beneath the stars in a hammock
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Santa Marta - El Mamey - Adan's Camp
Day 2
Adan's Camp - El Paraiso Camp
Day 3
El Paraiso Camp - Lost City - Second Overnight Camp
A 4WD car will take us in a 3-hour trip to reach El Mamey. Here we will have a light lunch before trek into one of the largest pre-Columbian towns in Latin America, once inhabited by the Tayrona civilization around the 11th to 14th century. We will have a 7-kilometer trek through the jungle passing by several natural pools where you can take a refreshing swim before reaching the first camp.
Standard Hotel: Adan's Camp
Lunch: IncludedDinner: Included
Day 2 Adan's Camp - El Paraiso Camp
We will have an early breakfast before departing on our 15-kilometer trek at 8:00 am. We will walk through the indigenous Kogi village of Mutanshi to learn about local life in the jungle and the native inhabitants who live here. During the day we will meet indigenous families in their native lands and cross the river Buritaca several times refreshing yourself in the cool waters. During rainy season water levels can reach up to 1 meter deep. So today, please plan to wear water shoes or hiking sandals with good straps and be prepared to get wet. You can snack on fresh fruits during the trek before reaching the third camp.
Standard Hotel: El Paraiso Camp
Breakfast: IncludedLunch: IncludedDinner: Included
Day 3 El Paraiso Camp - Lost City - Second Overnight Camp
We will enjoy breakfast before departing at 7:00 am for a 6-kilometer trek en route to the mysterious site of Ciudad Perdida with its 1,200 steep and mossy steps. After the site visit we will return to the third camp for lunch. Then we will go back to the camp 2 and have dinner as you reminisce on the magical experience of discovering the Lost City in the jungle.
The first Spanish settlement in Colombia, a prime tourist destination in the Caribbean region.
An archaeological site of an ancient city in Colombia which is believed to have been founded about 800 CE. Ciudad Perdida consists of a series of 169 terraces carved into the mountainside, a net of tiled roads and several small circular plazas. The entrance can only be accessed by a climb up some 1,200 stone steps through dense jungle.
Standard Hotel: Second Overnight Camp
Breakfast: IncludedLunch: IncludedDinner: Included
Day 4 Second Overnight Camp - Adan's Camp
We will have an early breakfast at 6:30am and hit the trail by 7:00am for a 10-kilometer return trek to camp 1 crossing back over the Buritaca River and passing through the indigenous community of Mutanshi along the way. Along the way, you can enjoy fresh jungle air and spectacular scenery.
Standard Hotel: Adan's Camp
Breakfast: IncludedLunch: IncludedDinner: Included
Day 5 Adan's Camp - El Mamey - Santa Marta
After breakfast at the camp 1, we will continue the way back to the point where all started. Finally we will reach El Mamey, where we will have lunch and our 4WD car will pick us up to go back to Santa Marta arriving from 3:00 to 5:00p.m.
Departure & Return
Please note that transfers between Cartagena and Santa Marta can be organized at an extra cost, please contact us for more information.
Departure: 09:00 accommodation pick-up in Santa Marta
Return: city center drop-Off in Santa Marta
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Transportation (4WD) roundtrip
4 nights lodging in hammocks and/or bunk beds with mosquito nets and blankets
Meals listed in itinerary, fruits and snacks on breaks
Spanish spoken local guides
English translator (depending on availability)
Entry to the Archeological Park
Travel insurance(during the hike)
Cook for preparing the food for the group
Purified water with tablets from 2nd day (First day, you must bring your own bottle of water minimum 1.5 liters)
Luggage storage
Exclusions
Translator for groups of 6 or less people (extra fee required)
Meals not specified in this itinerary
Drinks
Personal expenses
Tips for guides & porters
Parking Information
Additional Notes
An English Translator is available for an extra $150 USD (per group, during the whole trek).
This tour does not operate during September due to Spiritual Cleansing Rituals in the indigenous communities.
Physical Requirements: If you exercise regularly and enjoy nature, then the path to the Lost City is an exceptional experience that you should add to your list of adventures. For those concerned about their physical condition, most days consist of about 7-8 kilometers trekking through challenging trails that are often steep, slippery and muddy, including forging the Buritaca River. During the dry season, the water may be knee high while water levels may increase to chest-height with strong currents during the rainy season. We recommend bringing a reliable pair of trekking shoes.
Essential Tips:
Avoid carrying a heavy and uncomfortable backpack. During the trek, everyone carry what they want to take.
Keep your body hydrated by drinking water constantly.
During walks, always stay with your group and avoid getting away the paths.
Protect your skin by reapplying sunscreen regularly and wearing protective clothing and a hat.
Minimize your plastic garbage and dispose waste properly.
Leave what you find and respect wildlife and local customs.
During the day the weather is hot and humid, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing, shirts and shorts for walking; at night the temperature is about 16°C and there is a high proportion of mosquitoes and other insects, so it is important to wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts for sleeping and use insect repellent.
It is recommended to have the yellow fever vaccine as a preventive measure for the Lost City Trek.
What to Bring:
Small or Medium Backpack (pack as lightly as possible)
Trekking boots and Sandals/Tennis Shoes
Hiking poles (optional)
Personal medication & toiletries
Swimsuit
Sunscreen & Insect repellent
Warm layers for night
Torch / Headlamp / Flashlight
Rain poncho
Waterproof bags for clothes & camera
Basic first aid supplies
Water bottle / Water purification tablets
Camera
Please note that the region has a humid and rainy temperate climate with cold nights of 16 - 18° C.
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Standard Hotel: Adan's Camp
