5-day hike to Lost City : Teyuna indigenous culture

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About this activity

The 5-day hike to Ciudad Perdida immerses you in the history and natural beauty of Teyuna, the Lost City of the Tayrona. From Santa Marta, trekking through lush landscapes to ancient ruins dating back to 700 AD. You can interact with the indigenous Kogui community and enjoy swimming in natural pools. Each day includes cultural activities, food and accommodation in hammocks or beds with mosquito nets. Ideal for adventurous travelers looking to connect with Colombia’s heritage and biodiversity, with small groups for a more intimate experience.

Discover the ancient Tayrona civilization in Teyuna.

Enjoy guided cultural encounters with the Kogui community.

Experience diverse landscapes and swimming spaces during the tour.

Stay comfortably, with power included.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 200 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Turcol

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–10 years) · Youth (11–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch
Included: Breakfast
Included: Meals

Not included

Not included: Use of SCUBA equipment

Itinerary

Day 1 · The Mamey Cabaña Paradise Nature and adventure in the Sierra Nevada

El Mamey

4 hours

The adventure begins in the town of El Mamey and venture into the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Traverse 17.7 km during approximately 7 hours, going through tropical jungle, mountains, rivers, and ancestral trails. Enjoy the natural landscapes and the first cultural experiences of this incredible trek to Lost City.

Lunch, dinner, snack, and hydration included on the first day.

First night at Cabaña Paraíso, in bunk beds equipped with mosquito nets, sheets, and blankets.

Day 2 · Paradise Cabin Mumake Cabin Discover the terraces of Lost City

Ciudad Perdida

7 hours Admission included

Continue the tour for approximately 5 hours and 7.6 km through the lush jungle of the Sierra Nevada. The big attraction of the day will be discovering the impressive archaeological terraces of Lost City, built by the ancient Tayrona civilization. Discover the stone paths, terraces, and vestiges of Teyuna while uncovering the history and cultural significance of this ancestral place.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, and hydration included during the second day.

Night at Mumake Cabin, with accommodation in beds or hammocks equipped with mosquito nets.

Day 3 · Return from Lost City The Mamey and transfer to Santa Marta

Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta

6 hours Admission included

Conclude this unforgettable adventure with the return from Mumake Cabin to the town of El Mamey. Traverse approximately 15 km during 7 hours, enjoying again the landscapes of the Sierra Nevada, the tropical jungle, the rivers, and the ancestral trails. Upon arriving at El Mamey, the hike will end and subsequently you will take transportation back to Santa Marta, where the experience will conclude.