Lost City Trek 4 days - 3 nights
Overview
Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) is the archaeological territory of an ancient Tayrona city located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta whose construction is attributed to the year 800 A.D. many years before Machu Picchu.
The Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside formed by a network of tiled roads and small circular squares. Get to Ciudad Perdida is done by climbing some 1200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region, an adventure that begins in the city of Santa Marta and forces you to cross kilometers of mountain between rivers and jungle, an unforgettable experience that will allow you to meet the natives of the area, have an experience amid nature and live an extreme journey between the mountain and the sea.
The Tayrona paradise is made up of a series of terraces dug into the mountainside formed by a network of tiled roads and small circular squares. Get to Ciudad Perdida is done by climbing some 1200 stone steps through the vast jungle of the region, an adventure that begins in the city of Santa Marta and forces you to cross kilometers of mountain between rivers and jungle, an unforgettable experience that will allow you to meet the natives of the area, have an experience amid nature and live an extreme journey between the mountain and the sea.
Inclusions
- Contribution to native communities, peasant communities and ICANH
- Travel Insurance
- 3x Breakfast
- 3x Dinner
- 4x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 3 nights
- Entry/Admission - Ciudad Perdida
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: Santa Marta - El Mamey - Camp 1
Pass By: Santa Marta, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality, Magdalena Department
Drive for 3 hours in a 4WD Van towards to El Mamey town.
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
We gonna walk for 4hrs towards the Camp 1.
Meals included:
• Lunch: El Mamey Town
• Dinner: Camp 1
Accommodation included: We'll spend the night in bed or hammock.
Day 2: Camp 1 - Mutanzi - Camp 3
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
- We left the Camp 1 around 6:30 am.
- We will walk for 2:30 hours to the native village Mutanzi.
- Stop for observation, information, and photography.
- We will walk for one hour to the Camp 2 for lunch.
- We will have free time in the natural pool.
- After lunch, we will walk for four hours until we reach the Camp 3 (El Paraíso).
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Camp 1
• Lunch: Camp 2
• Dinner: Camp 3
Accommodation included: We'll spend the night in bed, hammock or tent.
Day 3: Camp 3 - Lost City - Camp 2
Stop At: Ciudad Perdida, El Mamey Sierra Nevada, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality 470007 Colombia
We will take a tour of 4 hours to know the archaeological, ethnological and historical zone.
Duration: 4 hours
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
• We'll go back to the Camp 3 for lunch.
• We will take a 4-hour walk to the Camp 2.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Camp 3
• Lunch: Camp 3
• Dinner: Camp 2
Accommodation included: We'll spend the night in bed or hammock.
Day 4: Camp 2 - El Mamey - Santa Marta
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
• We left around 6:30am from Camp 2.
• We will walk for 3hrs until the Camp 1.
Pass By: Santa Marta, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality, Magdalena Department
We go back to Santa Marta in a 3hrs road in a 4x4 van.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Camp 2
• Lunch: El Mamey Town
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Santa Marta - El Mamey - Camp 1
Pass By: Santa Marta, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality, Magdalena Department
Drive for 3 hours in a 4WD Van towards to El Mamey town.
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
We gonna walk for 4hrs towards the Camp 1.
Meals included:
• Lunch: El Mamey Town
• Dinner: Camp 1
Accommodation included: We'll spend the night in bed or hammock.
Day 2: Camp 1 - Mutanzi - Camp 3
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
- We left the Camp 1 around 6:30 am.
- We will walk for 2:30 hours to the native village Mutanzi.
- Stop for observation, information, and photography.
- We will walk for one hour to the Camp 2 for lunch.
- We will have free time in the natural pool.
- After lunch, we will walk for four hours until we reach the Camp 3 (El Paraíso).
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Camp 1
• Lunch: Camp 2
• Dinner: Camp 3
Accommodation included: We'll spend the night in bed, hammock or tent.
Day 3: Camp 3 - Lost City - Camp 2
Stop At: Ciudad Perdida, El Mamey Sierra Nevada, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality 470007 Colombia
We will take a tour of 4 hours to know the archaeological, ethnological and historical zone.
Duration: 4 hours
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
• We'll go back to the Camp 3 for lunch.
• We will take a 4-hour walk to the Camp 2.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Camp 3
• Lunch: Camp 3
• Dinner: Camp 2
Accommodation included: We'll spend the night in bed or hammock.
Day 4: Camp 2 - El Mamey - Santa Marta
Pass By: Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Minca, Santa Marta Municipality Colombia
• We left around 6:30am from Camp 2.
• We will walk for 3hrs until the Camp 1.
Pass By: Santa Marta, Santa Marta, Santa Marta Municipality, Magdalena Department
We go back to Santa Marta in a 3hrs road in a 4x4 van.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Camp 2
• Lunch: El Mamey Town
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- If you are vegan or vegetarian, be sure to notify us when you make your reservation.
- If you have any special medical conditions or allergies, please notify us when you make your reservation.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- According to National Decree 1408 of 2021, it is mandatory to present, either physical or digital, the vaccination card against Covid - 19, with a minimum of 1 dose.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
vincenzogS4301UI
January 2022
The excursion at Ciudad Perdida is something you'll never forget, in all senses. Tough but amazing. The guide Jose Garcia is simply special he will make your experience unforgettable, is capable to create great empathy in the group. The staff all is great and well organized. Joy and positive vibe...
The excursion at Ciudad Perdida is something you'll never forget, in all senses. Tough but amazing. The guide Jose Garcia is simply special he will make your experience unforgettable, is capable to create great empathy in the group. The staff all is great and well organized. Joy and positive vibes are guaranteed. Food and drinks are abundant and really tasty. Just one recommendation, don't forget to bring with you some cash to buy extra drinks and food that you can get at any break point, but more importantly the cash to tip the guide and the staff all. They deserve that much that you'll feel bad in case you'll run out of money at the end of your excursion like in my case!!JolandaB551
October 2023
Wir waren mit Magaly, Tyson und Alejandra von Magic Tour Colombia auf diesem Trek. Es war teilweise anstrengend, aber jeden Schweisstropfen wert. Ich würde diese Wanderung in dieser Konstellation jederzeit wieder tun. Das Essen war fantastisch und die Unterkünfte waren mit allem Nötigen ausges...
Wir waren mit Magaly, Tyson und Alejandra von Magic Tour Colombia auf diesem Trek. Es war teilweise anstrengend, aber jeden Schweisstropfen wert. Ich würde diese Wanderung in dieser Konstellation jederzeit wieder tun. Das Essen war fantastisch und die Unterkünfte waren mit allem Nötigen ausgestattet - manchmal war die Ausstattung sogar über meinen Erwartungen. Magaly hat uns souverän durch die 4 Tage geführt - sowohl geschichtlich, wie auch körperlich - und Tyson hat alles verständlich übersetzt, während meine Hochachtung Alejandra - unserer Köchin - gebührt, da sie uns immer voraus sein musste, obwohl die Küche noch aufgeräumt werden musste. Alle drei haben versucht alle unsere Wünsche - vor allem im Bereich Verpflegung zu ermöglichen. Während der Hochsaison unbedingt im Voraus reservieren, denn welches Wetter im Regenwald herrscht ist so oder so nicht wirklich voraussehbar.marinawR3299OZ
February 2023
Ein grandioses Erlebnis mit Jose Garcia von Magic Tours. Es war sehr anstrengend, vorallem Tag 4. aber Reise bis zur Stadt und das Ambiente vor Ort waren einmalig. Sehr zu empfehlen. Wer jedoch nicht sportlich ist, sollte es sich überlegen. Der Zeitplan ist sehr straff und man hält unter Umstände...
Ein grandioses Erlebnis mit Jose Garcia von Magic Tours. Es war sehr anstrengend, vorallem Tag 4. aber Reise bis zur Stadt und das Ambiente vor Ort waren einmalig. Sehr zu empfehlen. Wer jedoch nicht sportlich ist, sollte es sich überlegen. Der Zeitplan ist sehr straff und man hält unter Umständen die ganze gruppe auf.ClaudiaGiraldo0708
March 2021
La atención de Jesús y sus recomendaciones fueron muy buenas. El viaje y el equipo guía de la agencia asignada contaban con todo el conocimiento.
La atención de Jesús y sus recomendaciones fueron muy buenas. El viaje y el equipo guía de la agencia asignada contaban con todo el conocimiento.Jeno84
October 2021
Seeing the self-sufficient indigenous communities was definitely a highlight! The deeper you go into the park itself and the closer you get to Ciudad perdida, the scenery, as well as the indigenous communities, change. An unforgettable experience.
Seeing the self-sufficient indigenous communities was definitely a highlight! The deeper you go into the park itself and the closer you get to Ciudad perdida, the scenery, as well as the indigenous communities, change. An unforgettable experience.N2728UYmaries
May 2021
I hardly recommend this trip, it was just incredible! My guide was pedro, the translator Jesus and the cooker sandra, best team ever! I Will never forget this experience!
I hardly recommend this trip, it was just incredible! My guide was pedro, the translator Jesus and the cooker sandra, best team ever! I Will never forget this experience!