Lost City Trekking in Colombia
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Tour Overview
The ancient site of Teyuna (or the Lost City) sits within the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains and can only be reached by a guided multi-day trek. On this week-long active trip, you’ll do just that, with knowledgeable local leaders to guide the way. Starting in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cartagena, you’ll jump straight into local Colombian culture, explore the scenic port city of Santa Marta and then begin your trek to the Lost City. Meet local indigenous leaders, sleep in mountain campsites away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and spend four days in the mountains, hiking through rainforest and jungle to this sacred Colombian site – a perfect adventure for hikers and explorers seeking a challenge!
Trip Code: GGXS
Start
Cartagena
End
Santa Marta
Destination
Colombia
Meals
6 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights) Bunks (3 nights)
Days
7
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
4i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Hike to the Lost City of Teyuna – a sacred archaeological site in Colombia. Guided by your local leaders, revel in the secrets of a site only reached by multi-day hiking.
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Spend four days trekking in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada through tropical rainforest landscapes, along rivers and surrounded by mountain views – a great opportunity for a true digital detox.
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Visit the indigenous Wiwa community, where a spiritual guide and leader of the community will share their ways of life, including the roles of local women and men within the community.
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Wander beneath Cartagena balconies overflowing with flowers – this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town combines Caribbean charm and old-world accents.
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End your trip in Santa Marta – fringed by beaches spilling onto the Caribbean Sea, this is the perfect place to relax after your trek.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
6 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights) Bunks (3 nights)
Included activities
- Cartagena - Orientation walk of hotel neighbourhood
- Santa Marta - Orientation walk
- Lost City - 3 Night/4 Day Lost City trail guided trek
- Lost City – guided tour of the Lost City of Teyuna
- Lost City - Wiwa Indigenous community camp visit
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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