4-Day Lost City Trek in Santa Marta
Venture deep into the jungle in search of the Lost City on an intrepid trek where you will hike through indigenous villages, cross the Buritaca River, sleep in hammocks and climb 1,200 mossy steps to reach one of the largest Tayrona cities in Latin America.
HIGHLIGHTS Trek deep into the jungle to the famous Lost City Pass through indigenous villages and discover the local life Experience the adventure of crossing the Buritaca River
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4-Day Lost City Trek in Santa Marta
Pickup included
What's included in 4-Day Lost City Trek in Santa Marta
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1 | Trek to Camp 1 (L/D)
El Mamey
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Day 2 | Trek to Camp 3 (B/L/D)
Ciudad Perdida
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Inclusions
- Travel insurance
- 3N in hammocks with mosquito net and blanket
- Round trip 4WD transportation Santa Marta - starting point of trek (El Mamey) - Santa Marta
- Local Spanish Speaking guide
- Transfers to/from Santa Marta
- Snacks, meals, purified water
- Entrance fees to Archeological Park
- 3B/4L/4D
- Rural Communities contribution
- Other activities
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Flights
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If you exercise regularly and enjoy nature, then the path to the Lost City is an exceptional experience that you should add to your list of adventures. For those concerned about their physical condition, most days consist of about 7-8 kilometers trekking through challenging trails that are often steep, slippery and muddy, including forging the Buritaca River. During the dry season, the water may be knee high while water levels may increase to chest-height with strong currents during the rainy season. We recommend bringing a reliable pair of trekking shoes.
- Avoid carrying a heavy and uncomfortable backpack; each trekker is responsible for their own load.
- Keep your body hydrated by drinking water constantly.
- During walks, always stay with your group and avoid getting away the paths.
- Protect your skin by reapplying sunscreen regularly and wearing protective clothing and a hat.
- Minimize your plastic garbage and dispose waste properly.
- Leave what you find and respect wildlife and local customs.
- During the day the weather is hot and humid, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing, shirts and shorts for walking; at night the temperature is about 16°C and there is a high proportion of mosquitoes and other insects, so it is important to wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts for sleeping and use insect repellent.
- Small or Medium Backpack (pack as lightly as possible)
- Trekking boots and Sandals/Tennis Shoes
- Hiking poles (optional)
- Personal medication & toiletries
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen & Insect repellent
- Warm layers for night
- Torch / Headlamp / Flashlight
- Rain poncho
- Waterproof bags for clothes & camera
- Basic first aid supplies
- Water bottle / Water purification tablets
- Camera
- Please note that the region has a humid and rainy temperate climate with cold nights of 16 - 18° C.
- Note: We have more than 20 guides for the Lost City tour of which 3 are bilingual. In the rest of cases we include a translator as long as there is a minimum of 6 people for the day they wish to register. In general (90%) we send translators every day.
- t. As a preventive measure for the Lost City Trek, getting the yellow fever vaccine is recommended.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
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Physical Requirements: If you exercise regularly and enjoy nature, then the path to the Lost City is an exceptional experience that you should add to your list of adventures. For those concerned about their physical condition, most days consist of about 7-8 kilometers trekking through challenging trails that are often steep, slippery and muddy, including forging the Buritaca River. During the dry season, the water may be knee high while water levels may increase to chest-height with strong currents during the rainy season. We recommend bringing a reliable pair of trekking shoes. Essential Tips: • Avoid carrying a heavy and uncomfortable backpack. During the trek, everyone carry what they want to take. • Keep your body hydrated by drinking water constantly. • During walks, always stay with your group and avoid getting away the paths. • Protect your skin by reapplying sunscreen regularly and wearing protective clothing and a hat. • Minimize your plastic garbage and dispose waste properly. • During the day the weather is hot and humid, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing, shirts and shorts for walking; at night the temperature is about 16°C and there is a high proportion of mosquitoes and other insects, so it is important to wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts for sleeping and use insect repellent. • It is recommended to have the yellow fever vaccine as a preventive measure for the Lost City Trek.What to bring: • Small or Medium Backpack (pack as lightly as possible) • Trekking boots and Sandals/Tennis Shoes • Hiking poles (optional) • Personal medication & toiletries • Swimsuit • Sunscreen & Insect repellent • Warm layers for night • Torch / Headlamp / Flashlight • Rain poncho • Waterproof bags for clothes & camera • Basic first aid supplies • Water bottle / Water purification tablets • Camera *Please note the region has a humid and rainy temperate climate with cold nights of 16-18°C.
