Lost City Trek [Ciudad Perdida] 5 days tour from Santa Marta
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Lost City Trek [Ciudad Perdida] 5 days tour from Santa Marta
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Lost City Trek 5 Days
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MYR 2,689.58
Highlights
This 5-day trek is an unforgettable adventure that blends hiking, nature, and ancient history. It’s an extended version of the popular Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) tour, taking you deep into Colombia’s Sierra Nevada.
You’ll hike about 6 hours a day through the jungle and stay in camps run by local indigenous communities who preserve their traditional way of life.
The journey leads to Teyuna, the Lost City, where the energy and mystery of the past are still alive. Due to the heat, humidity, and daily hiking, this trek is considered moderately to highly challenging.
If you prefer to take the most popular and shorter version, take our 4 days tour: https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Marta/Los-City-Trek/d4520-120233P11
Itinerary
Santa Marta - Mamey - Camp 1
Santa Marta
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeDifficulty: moderate Distance: 4,7 milles (7.6 km.) Duration: 4 hours. Starting elevation: 459 ft. (140 m.) Max. elevation: 1476 ft. (450 m.) Rest: camp 1 A 4x4 vehicle, along with your guide, will pick you up from your hotel in Santa Marta starting at 7:00 AM. The exact time will be confirmed in advance via WhatsApp. Once the group is ready, the drive to El Mamey begins—a scenic 2.5-hour trip that passes through Taganga. If you're staying in Taganga and prefer to be picked up there, just let us know when booking. You also have the option to meet directly at the agency’s office in downtown Santa Marta. The agency offers free luggage storage, so you can leave anything you don’t need for the trek and pick it up at the end of the tour. If you’d like airport transfers to or from Santa Marta Airport, let us know—we’ll help you add it to your reservation, as long as your flight times fit the tour schedule.El Mamey
Admission Ticket FreeAfter about a 2.5-hour drive, you’ll arrive in El Mamey, where you’ll stop for lunch and fuel up before hitting the trail. From there, you’ll begin a 4-hour hike with your guide toward Camp 1, passing rivers and waterfalls along the way. This first stretch offers a chance to swim and soak in the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada jungle. You’ll reach Camp 1 around 6:30 PM, where you’ll enjoy dinner and a well-earned rest, sleeping in hammocks or beds with mosquito nets. During the 5-day trek to the Lost City, you’ll be crossing several rivers on foot—so expect to get your feet wet. It’s a good idea to pack extra sandals or water shoes in your backpack to keep your main hiking boots dry. Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, you can go barefoot like our guide in the photo! Keep in mind: if your trekking shoes get wet early on, they’ll likely stay that way for the rest of the trip—better to be prepared than uncomfortable!- AccommodationsCampamento 1 (Camp 1)Food And DrinksLunchDinner
Camp 1 - Mutanzi - Rio Buritaca - Camp 3
Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
10 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDifficulty: moderate Distance: 94 milles (15.2 km.) Duration: 7 hours Starting elevation: 1640 ft. (500 m.) Maximum elevation: 2952 ft. (900 m.) Rest: camp 3 Buritaca River Valley Day two kicks off with a hearty breakfast to fuel a full day of adventure. You’ll hike for about 7 hours through the lush jungle of the Sierra Nevada and the scenic Buritaca River Valley—it’s going to be an exciting and rewarding journey! Mutanzi Indigenous Village Midway through the trek, you'll reach Camp 2 for a well-deserved break. You’ll also visit the Mutanzi indigenous village, where you’ll get a glimpse into the traditional way of life of the Kogui people. But the adventure doesn’t stop there! By the end of the day, you’ll arrive at Camp 3 for dinner and a night of rest in hammocks or beds with mosquito nets. Time to recharge for what’s next!- AccommodationsCamp 3Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Camp 3 - Lost City - Camp 2
Ciudad Perdida
7 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDifficulty: moderate-high Distance: 6,21 milles (10 km.) Duration: 6 hours Starting elevation: 2952 ft. (900 m.) Maximum elevation: 3937ft. (1200 m.) Rest: camp 2 Arrival at the Lost City Day three is the highlight of the tour—you’re heading to the legendary Lost City of the Tayrona! After breakfast, you’ll begin the climb from Camp 2, taking on the 1,200 ancient stone steps that lead to this incredible archaeological site. Once you arrive, your guide will walk you through the ruins, sharing the history and mysteries of this sacred place. After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore the area on your own and soak in the peaceful, mystical atmosphere. It’s truly an unforgettable experience! Camp 2 In the afternoon, you’ll hike back to Camp 2 along the same path, where dinner and your final night in the jungle await. Rest up—you’ve earned it!- AccommodationsCamp 2Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Camp 2 - Camp 1
Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeDuration: 4 hours Maximum altitude: 459 ft. (140 m.) Difficulty: Moderate Rest: Camp 1 After breakfast, you’ll begin the hike back to Camp 1. After about 4 hours on the trail, you’ll stop for lunch and have time to relax and cool off in the nearby natural pools. After an active afternoon in the heart of the Colombian jungle, you’ll wrap up the day with dinner and a good night’s rest on your final night of the trek.- AccommodationsCampamento 1 (Camp 1)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Camp 1 - Mamey - Santa Marta
Santa Marta
6 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDuration: 3 hours Difficulty: Moderate On the last day of the 5-day Lost City tour, it’s time to head back to Santa Marta. After breakfast, you’ll set out on the final 3-hour hike from Camp 1 to El Mamey. Once there, you’ll enjoy lunch before hopping into a 4x4 vehicle for the return drive to the city. You’ll say goodbye to your guide and fellow travelers, wrapping up an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Colombian jungle.- Food And DrinksBreakfastLunch
What's included
INCLUDED
Entrance to La Ciudad Perdida (The Lost City) + indigenous community fee
Lunch (5)
Dinner (4)
Breakfast (4)
Lodging
Professional tour guide
Hotel pick up + transfer by 4x4
NOT INCLUDED
Breakfast on day 1
Alcoholic beverages
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This trek is rated medium-high difficulty due to the climatic conditions in which it is done (heat and humidity) and the total number of hours you will walk each day (an average of 6h/day through the jungle and the nights are spent in camps).
Location
Address
Carrera 17 14, Santa Marta, Colombia 470004
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