DAY 1: SANTA MARTA - EL MAMEY - CAMP 1

This exciting 6-day expedition will commence at 9:30am at Expotur’s office. You’ll be driven in a four-wheel drive for 2 ½ hours to reach the town of El Mamey. Here you can stretch your legs and get some lunch: fill up and boost your energy levels ready for the next part of the journey which will be by foot!

You’ll trek for 3 ½ hours, and at the end of the afternoon you’ll be rewarded by the welcome sight of the first camp. Here you’ll find waterfalls, rivers, and natural pools. Spend some time just relaxing, before eating dinner and heading to sleep in your hammock.

DAY 2: CAMP 1 - CAMP 2

Rise and shine early for breakfast! On Day 2, you’ll take a walk by the banks of the Buritaca river. On the way, you’ll pass some indigenous homes that make up the small town of Mutanshi (an indigenous Kogui town). You’ll continue to the camp for the second night, at which you’ll sleep in either hammocks with mosquito nets, or bunk beds.

DAY 3: CAMP 2 - CAMP 3

On the third day, you’ll start walking for about 4 ½ hours, passing through the Parque Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. There’ll be some breaks along the path, and keep an eye out for traces left by the ancient inhabitants of the region. Towards the end of the walk, you’ll cross the Buritaca river to reach the third cabin, where this night will be spent.

DAY 4: CAMP 3 - LOST CITY - CAMP 2

After an early breakfast, the ascent will begin to your destination. The Tayrona people constructed 1,200 steps up to their sacred city. These same steps are still here today, and you will follow them up to the magical site of the Lost City.

Upon arrival to this inspiring, spiritual place, the guide will give you an informative tour, and you’ll discover the ancient relics and stories of this city. Enjoy the scenery, wander around, and get some pictures for the album.

After some time spent here, you’ll make your way down for lunch – you’ll certainly have worked up an appetite over the course of the morning! Later, you’ll walk back to camp 2 for dinner and a night’s sleep.

DAY 5: CAMP 2 - CAMP 1

It’s another early start, with breakfast at 6:30am, and the trekking commencing at 7:00am. You’ll be walking to the camp located close to Mutanshi for lunch. After a rest and some food, you’ll be continuing along the jungle path to camp 1. Here you’ll eat dinner, and stay the night.

DAY 6: CAMP 1 - EL MAMEY

Get ready for the final day of your adventure! Enjoy breakfast at the camp, before walking the final part of the trek: this path will take you back to the place where you started, and you’ll pass rivers and waterfalls en route. Why not take a few refreshing dips along the way! Upon reaching the town of El Mamey, it will be time for lunch. After, the 4x4 will pick you up and transport you back to Santa Marta. Expected arrival time will be 5:00pm.

Note: Tour given in Spanish, it is not necessary to have a bilingual guide as you will be enchanted with the magic of the Lost City.

DAY 1: 09:00 - 09:30

Meeting point: Expotur’s office

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DAY 1: 09:30 - 13:00

Go to Mamey; lunch

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DAY 1: 16:00 - 17:00

Arrival to the first camp

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DAY 1: 18:00 - 19:00

Dinner and overnight in hammocks

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DAY 2: 06:00 - 07:00

Breakfast

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DAY 2: 12:00 - 14:00

Discover the Kogui's houses

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DAY 2: 18:00 - 19:00

Dinner and overnight in hammocks at the second camp

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DAY 3: 07:00 - 12:00

Walk for about 4 ½ hours

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DAY 3: 12:00 - 14:00

Cross the Buritaca river to reach the third camp

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DAY 3: 18:00 - 19:00

Dinner and overnight in hammocks

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DAY 4: 06:00 - 07:00

Breakfast

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DAY 4: 08:00 - 12:00

Explore the Lost City

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DAY 4: 12:00 - 13:00

Lunch

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DAY 4: 13:00 - 18:00

Back to the second camp

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DAY 4: 18:00 - 19:00

Dinner and overnight in hammocks

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DAY 5: 06:30 - 07:00

Breakfast

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DAY 5: 07:00 - 12:00

Walking to the first camp

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DAY 5: 13:00 - 14:00

Lunch near Mutanshi

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DAY 5: 18:00 - 19:00

Dinner and overnight in hammocks

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DAY 6: 08:00 - 14:00

Walk back to Mamey

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DAY 6: 13:00 - 14:00

Lunch in Mamey

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DAY 6:17:00 - 18:00

Back to Santa Marta

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- Transportation (4WD) round-trip
- Lodging in hammocks, beds, or tents with mosquito nets and blankets
- Meals, fruits and snacks
- Local guides
- Entry to the Archaeological Park and the National Park
- Travel insurance
- Indigenous and rural communities contribution

- Water
- Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day

- Small or medium backpack
- Sneakers or hiking boots
- Sandals or flip flops
- Sleeping bag (optional)
- T-shirts and shorts, sweatshirt and long trousers
- Two plastic bags
- Personal medication
- Swimwear and towel
- Socks
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Bottle of water for the first day (the rest of the days we take water from wells, guides carry water purifying tablets)
- Camera
- Flashlight (optional)

Important: Teyuna is a sacred place for Indigenous people, remember to respect their past, privacy and customs. Do not enter their homes or take pictures of them or their possessions without asking permission first

Note: Tour given in Spanish, it is not necessary to have a bilingual guide as you will be enchanted with the magic of the Lost City

Cancellation or changes of this tour:

CHANGES: It is FREE to change the tour date before 4:00 pm (Bogota time) 3 days before the tour begins.

NO SHOWS & CANCELLATIONS: If you cancel before 4:00 pm (Bogota time) 3 days before the tour begins a 10% administration fee will apply. After this time there is a 100% no show or cancellation fee.

Please email bookings@findlocaltrips.com to cancel this tour or make any changes.

1. What days is the Lost City Tour available?

   The Lost City tour departs daily from Expotur office, located at Carrera 3 17-27 Building Rex Office 3, Santa Marta.

2. Do I need any camping equipment?

   You do not need to bring any camping equipment with you, the operator will provide you with the equipment.