Ciudad Perdida: 4 Days & 3 Nights.
An experience built from the ground up by the region and its communities.
Each route is an invitation to discover nature, culture, and local traditions, promoting conscious, respectful, and meaningful tourism.
Ciudad Perdida: 4 Days It is a unique hiking experience in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, ideal for travelers seeking nature, history, and a cultural connection. During this hike, you’ll walk along ancient trails until you reach Teyuna – The Lost City, one of Colombia's most important archaeological sites.
Over the course of four days, you’ll explore the rainforest, crystal-clear rivers, and sacred mountains, accompanied by local guides and the indigenous communities that inhabit the area. The tour combines challenging hikes, breaks at eco-friendly campsites, and cultural interpretation activities, always with a focus on responsible and sustainable tourism.
This trek is designed for physically fit individuals who want to enjoy an authentic experience, far from mass tourism. Each day offers ever-changing landscapes, wildlife sightings, swimming in rivers, and stories about the indigenous worldview of the Sierra Nevada.
The 4-Day Trip to Ciudad Perdida It's not just a hike—it's a journey to the cultural and natural heart of the Colombian Caribbean, where living history and nature come together.
Tour Itinerary
Important: The itinerary for Day 4 may vary depending on factors such as the weather or the group's physical condition.
Day 1 | Santa Marta to El Mamey - Camp 1
Approximate time: Santa Marta to the Curb The Mamey sapote (3 hs. in vehicle)
The tour to Lost City It begins the moment we pick you up at your hotel, or you can make your own way to the starting point.
Once you’re on board, we’ll set off in a 4×4 for a roughly 3-hour drive to the village of El Mamey, where we’ll have lunch and begin our hike of about 7.6 km.
Halfway there, we'll stop at the Mirador de las Tres Cruces to sample some delicious fruit and then continue on to the first cabin “Adam” or “Alfredo” a few minutes further on, where we'll spend our first night.
During this tour we will enjoy the natural pools that gives us the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and in which we will take a delightful bathroom.
Day 2 | Camp 1 to Paraíso Teyuna
Approximate duration: 8 to 10 hours | Difficulty: Challenging – 14.7 KM.
Our new day brings another adventure: after breakfast between 5:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m., we’ll set out from the first camp to the second camp, “Cabaña Wiwa,” where we can enjoy a refreshing swim in the Buritaca River while we wait for lunch.
After resting, our adventure continues as we head deeper into the Sierra Nevada, passing by a Kogui indigenous village called “Mutanzhi” and we'll continue on until we reach the third camp, “Paraíso Teyuna,” where we'll spend the night on our second day.
The facilities at Camp 3 include Bathrooms and showers, electricity powered by a generator (from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.), as well as a dining area.
Day 3 | Teyuna Archaeological Park
We had breakfast very early, We'll walk 2 km to begin the climb toward our long-awaited Ciudad Perdida: Climbing 1,200 Steps that lead us to this majestic stone city, made up of interconnected paths, retaining walls, and terraced rings where the dwellings of the ancient Tayronas once stood.
The entire area is surrounded by dense vegetation and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, offering us a range of views and landscapes—from the sunniest days to the cloud forest.
Here, too, we can encounter the leader and protector of the natural environment and of this ancient Tayrona Empire.
After our hike, we'll head down to our campsite “Paraíso Teyuna” for lunch. Afterward, we'll head back to the second camp “Wiwa Cabin” Wherever you spend the night, remember that we'll be walking back 7.6 km in about 4 hours.
The facilities at the Cabaña Wiwa campground include electricity, restrooms, and showers (limited).
Day 4 | From Wiwa Cabin to El Mamey and Santa Marta.
Approximate time: 6 hours | 12.7 kilometers
Our adventure in the Sierra Nevada is almost over. After breakfast, we'll set out on a hike of about 2 hours and 30 minutes toward the Adán's or Alfredo's Camp where he spent his first night.
Once at the first camp, you’ll take a quick break with fruit and water before continuing on for another 4 hours on foot toward the village of El Mamey, where you’ll have lunch and board a 4×4 SUV that will take you back to the city of Santa Marta between 3:3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
The booking we require an initial deposit per person $ 186,000 COP.
The initial deposit is non-refundable.
What's included?
- Transport: Pick up from the city of Santa Marta sector of the Historical center. Given the case of being in another sector of Santa Marta, please do so know.
- Guide: You can request if it is a different language to the Spanish.
- Insurance: During your exploration you will have an insurance policy.
- Power: From the first day starts with lunch and followed with the other meals during your stay and tour.
- Snacks: During the tour you will find stations where you will enjoy the fruits and drinks to keep the energy.
- Permissions and Income: Your visit adds to the contribution of local communities and the Archaeological site.
What is not included?
- Personal porter.
- Transport horse.
- Services not described.
Tour details:
- Minimum number of participants: 1 Person.
- Age limit: 18 years old | Minors may participate as long as they are accompanied by a responsible adult. If the minor is traveling without their parents, they must present a written authorization from them , along with a copy of your ID.
- Price per person: $ 1,860,000 COP
- Initial deposit: $186,000 COP
To confirm your reservation for this experience, payment of a initial deposit per person .
This tank It is non-refundable and non-transferable to another person, experience, date, or entity, as it is intended for logistical planning, local reservations, and pre-service operations.
💰 Payment of the remaining balance: The balance may be paid off one day before the experience by bank transfer or credit card (additional refill for the 5%) , or Cash Experience Day , as previously agreed.
5-Day Option
For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, an extra day of hiking and relaxation, allowing for a deeper connection with the region and local communities.
This option has a additional value of $2.150.000 COP and must be requested at the time of booking, since it is necessary to plan the itinerary and logistics in advance.
Travel Tips.
Keep the following in mind to ensure a great experience.
WHEN Traveling, keep in mind these Tips:
- Backpack n.° 1: of good size
- Shoes: Boots or Tennis (Good Grip) and flip-flops to Rest.
- Clothing: t-Shirts and Shorts Quick-Drying, Socks, Bathing Suit and Long Clothing (For the Night).
The climate and the experience with the natives:
- The trek takes place in a tropical jungle.
- The temperature ranges from 26°C to 32°C. It is usually hot and quite humid; at night, the temperature can drop to 18°C.
- There is a lot of mosquitoes, gnats and other insects, so it is recommended to bring insect repellent.
- There is a high chance of rain, generally in the evening and the path may be parts of apantanadas.
- During the Tour they have to cross rivers and ravines.
- Native people and their customs are deserving of respect and tolerance for cultural exchange is positive for them and for you.
Important
- The accommodation spaces and power belong to the local communities, we participate and we work in order that the service is of the best quality, however, are independent, and the quality of the facilities depend on them.
- The trail and the facilities are shared by all the agencies, so that the flow of tourists varies depending on the season and the amount of each one.
- The tour involves risks, the insurance coverage includes accidents or injuries in successive trekking.
- Each tourist is responsible for his belongings, Teyuna Tours is not responsible for items left behind or lost during the trip.
Dear Tourist,.
At the time of passing through the indigenous communities, please respect their space and privacy. Do not take photos without permission. It is also very important that you follow the indications of the guide and help us care for and preserve the environment of this magical destination.
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