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Guarantee
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Colombia has a certain kind of magic that you won’t find anywhere else in the Caribbean. On this trip, you’ll experience it first-hand via visits to rural regions, treks through Tayrona National Park’s picturesque trails and (of course), downtime on the beach. Spend time with village communities to learn about Indigenous traditions before heading deep into the jungle to Teyuna — the fabled Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) older than Machu Picchu — a place crowded with history and free of crowds. Colombia is mysterious. Come figure out the riddle.
Highlights
- Wander the old walled city of Cartagena
- Sip a cold beverage by the Caribbean Sea
- Learn about indigenous traditions on a village visit
- Hike through the lush jungle to the Lost City.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2835
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private van, public bus, 4x4, walking
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: SMCS
Starts: Cartagena, Colombia
Finishes: Santa Marta, Colombia
Duration: 14 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- City tour in Cartagena
- Tayrona National Park hike with local guide (5hrs)
- Indigenous Community Visit & Lunch
- Taganga Orientation Walk
- Trek to the Lost City with indigenous guide (5 days)
- Guided tour of the Lost City
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), camping (4 nts in hammocks or rustic bunks)
- 13 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Private van, public bus, 4x4, walking
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, indigenous local guides
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2721 (CAD 194 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Cartagena
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Cartagena
Enjoy a city tour, visiting the colonial walled city and fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy free time to take in the Caribbean vibe of the city and beach.
Day 3: Cartagena/Minca
Travel to the small town of Minca, breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy free time to explore.
Day 4: Minca to Tayrona National Park Area
Leave Minca behind as the group heads into the Tayrona National Park area to spend the day visiting a nearby indigenous community. Gain insights into the rich traditional cultures of this region, and the Arhuacos. Enjoy a textile weaving demonstration by members of local families in the Katanzama community. Afterwards, transfer to your accommodations just outside Tayrona National Park, where you will have free time to enjoy the property and its amenities. Relax in a nearby hammock, find a local restaurant for dinner, and enjoy the cool ocean breeze.
Day 5: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Head into Tayrona National Park for a moderate hike with a local guide. This is a perfect opportunity to experience nature and learn a little more about the rich, natural diversity of northern Colombia. Lunch is included during your hike. Afterwards, the group will travel the short distance to our nearby accommodations and spend free time unwinding after a full day of exploring this stunning national park.
Day 6: Tayrona National Park Area / Taganga
In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Taganga. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival.
Day 7: Taganga/Santa Marta
With a free day at leisure, tour Taganga by foot or don a snorkel and mask and explore the water. This evening, travel to Santa Marta and join your group for an optional evening out on the town.
Day 8: Santa Marta
Relax on the beautiful Caribbean coast in Santa Marta or go further afield to explore.
Use the day to soak up some sun or make any last minute purchases before starting the big trek.
Day 9: Santa Marta/Ricardito Camp
Wake up and hit the road to the village of El Mamey where your trek to the Lost City of Teyuna begins. Trek through farmland, steamy jungle, and rural Kogi communities. Enjoy and let it all soak in – this is your opportunity to get a glimpse into the local way of life in the remote river valleys of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The group will have lunch at the village and hike about 4 hours to the first basecamp.
Day 10: Ricardito Camp/Teyuna Paraiso Camp
Venture further into the lush jungle en route to Ciudad Perdida. Be prepared – today is a tough portion of the trek with a lot of steep views. Arrive at the campsite in the afternoon for some much needed relaxation by the river.
Day 11: Paraiso Camp to Mumake Camp
Wake up early feeling refreshed, recharged (hopefully!) and start your trek to La Ciudad Perdida. Climb the 1200 ancient steps and explore the different sacred sites of Lost City. Later, continue trekking through the deep jungle today on winding paths through banana trees and cacao plants as you make your way to Mumake Camp. The total hiking time today is 8 hours with about 3 hours to explore the Lost City.
Day 12: Mumake Camp to Las Cascadas Camp
The group will have an early departure from Mumake Camp. Hike past the village of El Mamey and arrive to Las Cascadas Camp where you'll have lunch and rest for the remainder of the day.
Day 13: Santa Marta
In the morning, take in your last views of the jungle as you trek back to Machete Pelao. Transfer to Santa Marta where the rest of the day is yours to relax.
Day 14: Santa Marta
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Alissa N. - Traveled, July 2024
The Ciudad Perdida Trek was the trip of a lifetime. It's my favorite hike I've done and it is wonderful to show up somewhere so remote and untouched by tourism.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2024
Pauline K. - Traveled, June 2024
Great mix of seeing a lot of places and be active - Lost city trek was definately the highlight
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/06/2024
Andrea H. - Traveled, May 2024
A fun tour, lost city was a real highlight of the trip but it’s hard - heat and humidity play a massive role even if people are physically fit and experienced hikers.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/27/2024
Ronja M. - Traveled, May 2024
First of many more tours to come!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/21/2024
Marianne T. - Traveled, May 2024
It was truly incredible and unforgettable. The people & the experience made me fall in love with Colombia. The encouragement by the CEO & his help truly made it possible for me to complete the trek- especially when I was getting down on myself.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/19/2024
Urs K. - Traveled, April 2024
Hiking was good experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/10/2024
Nicholas B. - Traveled, April 2024
As always, a great way to discover these countries that had not been travelled.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/05/2024
Selina B. - Traveled, March 2024
Very happy with this trip. I felt I received genuine insights into the culture of Colombia. I achieved what I wanted to in the time I had and cannot fault the way Andres lead out tour. Thank you!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/08/2024
Renee E. - Traveled, March 2024
Great Cultural experience, will definitely recommend this tour
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/25/2024
Vicki S. - Traveled, March 2024
Loved my entire adventure! Excellent CEO's who "looked after us" all day, every day. The itinerary was well planned and varied, suited to a variety of personal interests & abilities. Questions and concerns were addressed promptly and efficiently.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/18/2024
Rachel O. - Traveled, February 2024
Great trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/11/2024
Logan Z. - Traveled, February 2024
I’m glad I booked the Columbia and Lost city tour. It was an incredible experience with great people, including an amazing CEO in Rafa. Very glad and grateful I was able to do this trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/07/2024
Susan A. - Traveled, February 2024
Colombia is gorgeous. Hugo made it even better. Made me want to go back so much
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/12/2024
Michael L. - Traveled, January 2024
Great guides, amazing sights and experience, good mixture in group, everything of good standard and matched the promise.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/28/2024
Wayne B. - Traveled, January 2024
Relaxing coastal experience. Jungle adventure was great, abundance of food and great variety.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/25/2024
Melanie K. - Traveled, January 2024
Great way to experience and get to know Colombias Carebean Coast
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/21/2024
Laura C. - Traveled, January 2024
Memorable tour with a good mixture of indigenous culture, history, adventure, nature and city sights. I would definitely recommend
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/20/2024
Marco R. - Traveled, January 2024
Amazing experience! A great adventure in a fascinating country.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/15/2024
Federica O. - Traveled, January 2024
An amazing tour, great pace a good balance between beach, activities and trek. Definitely recommend!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/14/2024
Karen A. - Traveled, December 2023
Excellent two week trip with another week we added on ourselves. The trek was fantastic.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/04/2024
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