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Lost City of Colombia - 8 days

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Tour Overview

TREKKING HOLIDAY: Embark on a 5 day trek through lush jungle and local settlements to uncover Colombia's Lost City, overnighting in rustic camps along the way. Climb the 1,200 stone steps which lead to the Ciudad Perdida, a fascinating site made up of stepped terraces carved into the side of a mountain. Top off your stay with some relaxation by the beach in Tayrona National Park.

Start

Santa Marta

End

Santa Marta

Destination

Santa Marta

Days

8

Pace

Medium

Range

Active

Max Group Size

Min 15 - Max 0

Min Age

15

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Trip Code: LCOC

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) - Explore this ancient archaeological site built by the Tayronas between 500 and 700 AD, making it 800 years older than Peru's Machu Picchu

  • Santa Marta - Enjoy free time at the start of your tour in the first Spanish settlement in South America, nicknamed the ‘Pearl of America’

  • El Machete River - Take a dip and admire the jungle on this stop on your trek en route to Adan's House

  • Mutanyi - Interact with the local Koguis people and learn about their traditions en route to Gabriel's House

  • Buritaca River - Traverse the waters of this river on your trek, spotting areas where treasure hunters were once active

  • Tayrona National Park - Enjoy free time in one of Colombia's most stunning national parks with mangrove swamps, green forest, mountain peaks and a spectacular coastline

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

Trek to the Lost City on a shared excursion
All meals, snacks and purified water during the trek
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
3 nights 4 star hotels and 4 nights basic camps while trekking - sleeping in hammocks or beds with mosquito nets
Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 8
Services of local English-speaking specialist guides and trekking guide for trek to the Lost City
Entrance fee to the Ciudad Perdida archaeological park
All relevant transfers and transportation

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping – an entirely personal gesture

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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Tour Details

Duration8 days
StartSanta Marta
EndSanta Marta
StylePrivate Tours
Max Group0 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $4,280
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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