Hike Colombia's Lost City

It is a challenge but you don't need to have any previous trekking experience to enjoy this trip. However, we do recommend that you are in good physical shape and that you are ready for an adventure where unexpected things might happen. Our advice is that you take it at your own pace and be prepared for any kind of weather.

• Private airport transfer to Santa Marta on arrivals
• 4-day Lost City trek including food, accommodation, transport, and guide fees
• Hotel in Santa Marta on the first night

• Activities not mentioned
• Lunch and dinner on your arrivals day
• Tips
• Pre-trip Covid-19 test (approx 19 USD) - if needed

Yes, this is part of the adventure so we advise you to pack light and pack well. We will give you a complete packing list before the start of the trek and you can always leave your main bag in your hotel during the trek. If for whatever reason you are unable to carry your backpack along the trail we will make provisions for this.

Daily walks will last between 4 and 8 hours. We will set off early every morning so you have plenty of time to relax in your camp and enjoy time swimming in the natural pools and rivers. 

We offer a wide range of food options local to the Caribbean area and Colombia in general. You will enjoy hearty breakfasts with eggs, arepa (cornbread), lots of fruit, and of course Colombian coffee. Lunch and dinner will vary day to day and will range from fish with vegetables to pasta and grilled chicken with rice and beans. All your meals will be prepared by local cooks, travelling with you along the way. We can adjust the food options to any requirements or allergies you may have.

The trek starts at 150 meters above sea level and reaches 1200 meters. The highest point is actually the Lost City itself.

While in Santa Marta, you will stay in a comfortable hotel located in the historical center. During the Lost City trek, you will stay in shared jungle camps in hammocks or bunk beds, depending on availability. Single rooms are available upon request in Santa Marta and at an extra cost and subject to availability.

Santa Marta’s climate is tropical and can hit 31 degrees °C during the day. The dry season is usually January to April where conditions will be humid with the occasional shower in the late afternoon/evening.

Of course there are no ATMs on the trek. Although everything is covered in the price, bringing extra money for extra snacks, tips and any handicrafts you may want to but would be useful. Anything between 50 and 80 USD should be enough.

For the Lost City trek, you can leave your big suitcases in the hotel before the trek and collect them afterward. You will need to take your own small backpack on the Lost City Trek so pack well! You will be revisiting a couple of camps on the way so you can leave any dirty clothes and pick them up on the return journey. We can offer extra assistance with transporting small bags for those needing special assistance due to health reasons.

Yes, you will need to present a negative Covid-19 test before entering the Lost City. This test needs to be taken at least 72 hours before the start of the trek. Note: We can arrange a test for you in Santa Marta on the day before the trek. You will also be given a brief about bio-security protocols before you begin the trek.

We offer private transportation from the airport to your hotel in Santa Marta in a small bus or car. To get to the start of the Lost City trek you will travel along the coast and then into La Sierra in a 4x4.

We ensure that all guides, cooks and translators are well paid so tipping is not obligatory. However, if you decide to tip we encourage you to tip the local team evenly. 

Yes, if you present your vaccination certificate you are able to enjoy the trek without presenting a negative Covid-19 test.