Description
Explore the scenic backcountry of Colombia on a 4-day trek to Colombia’s legendary Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) hidden deep in the dense jungle. Have an adventure as you hike through the beautiful hinterlands, passing through unspoiled waterfalls and rivers along the way, eventually reaching this amazing archaeological site. Depending on the length of the trek you choose, you’ll have time to visit local indigenous villages along the way, swim in natural pools and camp each night among the lush wilderness of the Colombian Jungle.
Itinerary
Day 1: Santa Marta – Mamey – 1st Camp (Lunch, Dinner)
Your first day begins meeting between 8:00 am and 9:00 am to have a 3-hour road trip to a small town called El Mamey, where you’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant serving typical Colombian Food. After lunch, the first trek begins. You will have a 4-hour hike to the first campsite. When you reach the camp, you will have dinner and then the whole night to rest from your long day of trekking.
Day 2: 1st Camp – Mutanzi – 3rd Camp (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
You will wake up early and eat a quick breakfast before departing around 6 am for a 2-hour trek to an indigenous village called Mutanzi. You will then walk for about 40 minutes from Mutanzi to the 2nd Campsite where a delicious lunch will be served for you. Finally, rest for a while and get ready for one last 4-hour trek to the 3rd camp where you will dine and rest for the night.
Day 3: 3rd Camp – Ciudad Perdida – 2nd Camp (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, leave camp around 6 am to hike to Ciudad Perdida, which you’ll reach around 7 am. You'll enter climbing its 1,200 stone stairs, and will have two hours to explore the ancient city set in the dense jungle. Our guide will give you a quick tour and be present to answer all of your questions.
After, you will return to the 3rd campsite where you’ll have lunch and will be able to rest for a while. In the afternoon, get ready for a 4-hour trek back to the 2nd camp, where you’ll have dinner and stay for the night.
Day 4: 2nd Camp – Mamey – Santa Marta (Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast, the longest hike will take place. You will trek for 7-hours, mostly downhill, to El Mamey, where you’ll have lunch, as on Day 1. Our guide will then take you back to your Santa Marta where you'll arrive in mid-afternoon.
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Knowledgeable guide in English or Spanish.
- Entry tickets to attractions mentioned
- Camp accommodation
- Meals (specified on the itinerary)
Important information
It is required to present a COVID-19 test with negative results before starting this trip. The test date must be from the last three days maximum. This is to protect the indigenous communities that inhabit the area, tour guides, and fellow travelers.
Food:
3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners and snacks during the hikes. The meals will be prepared locally at the campsite, and the snacks will be local fruits.
Please let us know if you have any food allergies or follow a special diet.
Transportation:
To and from Santa Marta- Hiking start point
Lodging:
There will be both beds and/or hammocks available on all three campsites, all with mosquito nets. You will be assigned one or the other depending on availability. We will also provide blankets upon request since it can get chilly at night at the base of a snow-peak. If you have a medical condition that prevents you from sleeping in a hammock, please let us know in advance.
Check out our other trips to Ciudad Perdida:
- 5 days tour, starting from Santa Marta,
- 6 days tour, starting from Cartagena,
- 7 days tour, starting from Cartagena.
Read about what travel bloggers wrote about their trip to Ciudad Perdida:
- Anny's Adventures: A well-written blog post about the Lost City Trek.
- Travel Life Experiences: Includes detailed information about the trip, with photos and video.
Additional information
Things to bring:
- Hiking Shoes
- Water canteen
Cancellation policies(Free cancellation available)
This experience can be cancelled up to 7 days in advance to receive a full refund
