Tayrona Beaches & Lost City Trek 8D/7N
Tayrona Beaches & Lost City Trek 8D/7N
Tayrona Beaches & Lost City Trek 8D/7N
8 Days Starting and ending in Santa Marta, Colombia
Visiting: Santa Marta, Lost City Trek Colombia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
54613
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-90
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
Explore Colombia's breathtaking beauty with Bamba Travel, featuring the ultimate Tayrona Beaches & Lost City adventure. Immerse yourself in lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and ancient ruins. Trek through the Sierra Nevada mountains, traverse jungle trails, and visit indigenous communities. Relax on the stunning white-sand shores of Tayrona National Park, and uncover the mysteries of Ciudad Perdida, the legendary Lost City. This unforgettable experience offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and history, attracting adventure travelers and nature enthusiasts alike. Book now for an unparalleled Colombian journey.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Santa Marta, Colombia
Location: Santa Marta
Duration: 8 Days
Departure Time: 06:30
Arrival DayWelcome to Santa Marta! One of our representatives will pick you up at the airport, you will be transferred to your accommodation and have the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 2: Santa Marta, Colombia
Location: Santa Marta
Santa Marta - Neguanje Bay (B)
This morning we will drive to Neguanje Beach where we will take a boat ride along the coast to the crystal clear waters and white sands of Tayrona known as Playa Cristal. Tayrona is noted for its magnificent coastal scenery, clear waters, excellent surfing and swimming. We will spend much of the day here before we return to the hotel.
Duration 04:00hrs.
Included: entrance fees, excursion, transport, bedroom and breakfast, spanish-speaking coordinator
Day 3: Santa Marta - Lost City Trek, Colombia
Location: Lost City Trek Colombia
Begin your Lost City Trek (B/L/D)
After breakfast, pick-up from your hotel and private transfer to Machete Pelao (approx. 1.5 hour), where your small group Lost City adventure will begin. After lunch in Machete Pelao, we start our walk, the first part of the route will be rather steep and will take 4 hours to complete, until reach the native cabin 1. In the evening, we will have a delicious dinner at the local settler’s farm. Here we will sleep in hammocks, mosquito nets are provided.
Included: accommodation in hammock, dinner, entrance fees, excursion,english-speaking guide, lunch, transport
Day 4: Lost City Trek, Colombia
Location: Lost City Trek Colombia
Lost City Trek (B/L/D)
At 07h00 breakfast will be served, before our 7-hour trek to native cabin 3. The trail is very beautiful with abundant vegetation and memorable views. After lunch we continue our journey, reaching the valley of the Buritaca River, where there will be an opportunity to enjoy some swimming. On our way we will pass by indigenous dwellings such as those of the small settlement of Mutant where the Kogui people live. You will meet up with Mamo Romualdo, the main religious authority for the local people. Mamo’s dwelling is one hour away from the Lost City, in order to get there you need to cross a few creeks, please remember to bring a pair of sandals with you. After dinner, stay overnight in hammocks with mosquito nets.
Included: accommodation in hammock, american breakfast, dinner, excursion, lunch, excursion,english-speaking
Day 5: Lost City Trek, Colombia
Location: Lost City Trek Colombia
Lost City Trek (B/L/D)
You guessed it – another early breakfast. Then, we’ll walk for an hour to the archaeological area. Here, you’ll have to climb the 1200 stone steps to reach Teyuna, the Lost City of the Taironas, a sacred site for indigenous communities living in the mountains. You can explore the remains of this ancient city, look at the archaeological excavations and experience its architecture. There will be spare time to enjoy the landscape and take photos. Then, we’ll have our meal and trek back to the native cabin 2.
Included: accommodation in hammock, american breakfast, dinner, excursion, lunch, excursion, english-speaking
Day 6: Lost City Trek, Colombia
Location: Lost City Trek Colombia
Lost City Trek (B/L/D)
Free morning. After lunch at the camp, walk for 4 hours until native cabin 1 – Adan, where you’ll spend the night in hammocks with mosquito nets. Admire the lush vegetation and wildlife of the Sierra. Free evening.
Included: accommodation in hammock, american breakfast, dinner, excursion, local guide, lunch excursion, english-speaking
Day 7: Lost City Trek - Santa Marta, Colombia
Location: Santa Marta
Lost City Trek (B/L)
After breakfast, walk for 4 hours approx. to Machete Pelao. After lunch in Machete Pelao, transfer to your hotel.
Included: american breakfast, excursion, local guide, lunch, transport, bedroom and breakfast
Day 8: Santa Marta, Colombia
Location: Santa Marta
Santa Marta Airport Drop-off (B)
Wake up and enjoy breakfast before you check out of your accommodation. We'll transfer you to the airport in time for your flight out. Happy travels ahead!
What's Included
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Accommodation
7 nights Accommodation
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Transport
Transport as per itinerary
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Meals
7B/5L/4D
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Activities
Day trips and Lost City Trek
Visit to Neguanje Bay
Visit to Minca
5-day trek to the Lost City -
Guides
Spanish-speaking guide for Neguanje Bay
English-speaking guide for Minca tour
Local guide and translator for trek
What's Not Included
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Other activities
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Meals not specified in the itinerary
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Personal expenses and gratuities
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Flights
Check out our Q&As
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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