5-day hike to Lost City : Teyuna indigenous culture

5.0 (89 reviews) Santa Marta, Colombia
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 200 travelers
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Overview

The 5-day hike to Ciudad Perdida immerses you in the history and natural beauty of Teyuna, the Lost City of the Tayrona. From Santa Marta, trekking through lush landscapes to ancient ruins dating back to 700 AD. You can interact with the indigenous Kogui community and enjoy swimming in natural pools. Each day includes cultural activities, food and accommodation in hammocks or beds with mosquito nets. Ideal for adventurous travelers looking to connect with Colombia’s heritage and biodiversity, with small groups for a more intimate experience.

Discover the ancient Tayrona civilization in Teyuna.
Enjoy guided cultural encounters with the Kogui community.
Experience diverse landscapes and swimming spaces during the tour.
Stay comfortably, with power included.

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Meals
  • Use of SCUBA equipment

What to expect

Day 1: The Mamey Cabaña Paradise Nature and adventure in the Sierra Nevada
  1. El Mamey
    4h
    The adventure begins in the town of El Mamey and venture into the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Traverse 17.7 km during approximately 7 hours, going through tropical jungle, mountains, rivers, and ancestral trails. Enjoy the natural landscapes and the first cultural experiences of this incredible trek to Lost City.
Day 2: Paradise Cabin Mumake Cabin Discover the terraces of Lost City
  1. Ciudad Perdida
    7h · Admission ticket included
    Continue the tour for approximately 5 hours and 7.6 km through the lush jungle of the Sierra Nevada. The big attraction of the day will be discovering the impressive archaeological terraces of Lost City, built by the ancient Tayrona civilization. Discover the stone paths, terraces, and vestiges of Teyuna while uncovering the history and cultural significance of this ancestral place.
Day 3: Return from Lost City The Mamey and transfer to Santa Marta
  1. Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Conclude this unforgettable adventure with the return from Mumake Cabin to the town of El Mamey. Traverse approximately 15 km during 7 hours, enjoying again the landscapes of the Sierra Nevada, the tropical jungle, the rivers, and the ancestral trails. Upon arriving at El Mamey, the hike will end and subsequently you will take transportation back to Santa Marta, where the experience will conclude.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We collect in all the urban perimeter of Sant Marta, Rodadero, airport, taganga, Minca, Palomino, Buritaca, Tayrona Park

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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