Lost City Trek: 4-Day Hiking Tour in Santa Marta Guided by Local Experts

Embark on a thrilling 4-day hiking tour in Santa Marta, guided by local experts. Explore the lost city and learn about indigenous communities in the region.

Duration: 4 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

SANTA MARTA - EL MAMEY - CAMP 1

Centro Historico de Santa Marta - Everything begins around 9:30 am at the Expotur office where in a 4 × 4 truck we take a 2 ½ hour course to the Mamey region, where we have lunch and then begin the search for the sacred place of the Tayronas (ancient inhabitants of The lost City). At the end of the afternoon we…

What's Included
  • Snacks provided
  • Complimentary pick-up service
  • Lunch included
  • Dinner provided
  • Breakfast included
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Help to carry luggage
Additional Information

We have guides from the region instructed by SENA, with years of experience. Trained to provide cultural, historical and anthropological information on indigenous communities and the area.
We work hand in hand with indigenous and peasant communities. We are committed to supporting the development of the region through contributions that contribute to a…

Location
Edificio Rex
Calle 17
Travelers can be found at the Expotur facilities.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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L3035oujuanr
Feb 15, 2025
Great experience with Ariel and Valentina - We had a great experience with our guide Ariel (Pollo) and our translator Valentina. The pace of the hike allowed us to enjoy all of the view, the pools, take pictures and get to know the rest of the team
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Naomia286
Feb 15, 2025
If I could do it...you probably can, too! - For the past few years, I’ve preferred comfort over adventure. I don’t know what devil possessed me to book a four-day hike in Colombia to kickstart a change. Day one, I regretted it. It was hot and humid, with never-ending uphills and knee-grinding downhills. I was soaking in sweat. This wasn’t going to be easy or enjoyable. Everyone else seemed well-trained for the challenge. I was nervous about falling behind in the group. Knowing I was struggling, our guide, Jorge, slowed down and assured me I could take my time and go at my own pace. He took my backpack and calmly walked beside me until we arrived at the first stop, where a big tray of watermelon awaited us. From then on, I slowly climatized and found my pace. The hike became more and more enjoyable, especially in the early morning hours when the air was cool, the sky was a twilight blue, and the birds chirped their tunes. Nothing beats that kind of peacefulness. Along the way, we stopped by waterfalls and indigenous villages to freshen up and buy cool drinks or warm coffee. The most interesting and unique part of this trek was seeing the Aboriginal people living their traditional lifestyles. Kudos to our chef, Orlando and his team. The food was plenty, fresh and tasty, well above my expectations. I can’t believe they’d do the same hike as the rest of us and still find time to cook such elaborate meals. The team was amazing, including our translator, Juan and our second guide/helper, Shirley. They made sure we had everything we needed. We had their full attention during the hikes, in the campsites, during meals and everywhere in between. Jorge was very knowledgeable of the history and culture of the region. This was the kind of challenge I needed to test my ability to put mind over matter and I’m glad I did it.
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Micha
Feb 15, 2025
Amazing experience! - Experience was absolutely amazing thanks to Maccario, Isi, Ledis and last but not least Santiago! They know so much and the hike was so so beautiful!
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282alixd
Feb 14, 2025
Ciudad perdida con los flamingos - The 4 day trek to Ciudad Perdida with expotur and our group los flamingos was an amazing experience. Our guides José n, translator Aldair, José (2) and our cook Joel made it an unforgettable adventure. The jokes, interesting stories and facts, swimming in hidden waterfalls, sometimes difficult climbs and amazing views will be a memory by heart! Thanks a lot!
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Nils
Feb 14, 2025
3 Day Hike to Cuidad Pedida - This hike was an incredible experience. Great views, amazing nature and historical sites. The guides Elisabeth and Carlos gave us an all around great experience and were very friendly. They explained everything very well and took good care of us. Will definitely recommend this trip to friends and family.
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648niklasa
Feb 14, 2025
Best experience in whole Colombia - We had an amazing experience with our tour guides Elisabeth and our translator Carlos with our group los rapidos and furiosos. Definitely worth it!
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Bridgetallen121
Feb 13, 2025
Ariel and Valentina thank you! - I had an amazing time in the Lost Cott Trek. The scenery was beautiful, the experience had just the right amount of challenge. Expotur was a great choice, we have delicious food throughout provided by our chef Jesus and an amazing Guide Ariel who was kind, patient, spoke from personal experience, and clearly was passionate about sharing the area with us. He also took us to some amazing swim spots which make the entire trip even more special. Alongside him Valentina was an amazing interpreter and also answered our questions and made sure we had everything we needed to communicate with Ariel. All the staff we worked with were so amazing.
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Cristiancamiloruiz
Feb 13, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable Experience – Highly Recommend! - This was an absolutely stunning experience, and I would do it again in a heartbeat! The entire team was fantastic—well-prepared, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring. Our lead guide, Macario, was exceptional. He didn’t just share his extensive knowledge but also made sure everyone felt comfortable and that the experience was tailored to our needs. It’s easy to see why he was named guide of the month—after this trip, I completely understand why! I felt lucky to witness his passion firsthand 😊. Our translator, Isidro, was also incredible—his translations were spot on, and thanks to him, I even picked up a few new words along the way! Santiago, our auxiliary guide, was always there to help us navigate different terrains, ensuring we were safe and well taken care of. And then there was Ledis, our amazing cook, who prepared delicious and balanced meals that kept us energized throughout the journey. Next time, I might even try the vegetarian menu! Overall, this is an outstanding team of guides and genuinely wonderful people. If you’re considering this adventure, go for it—I 100% recommend it!
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Joschat2025
Feb 12, 2025
Incredible experience! - Highly recommanded trip! We heard before that the Lost City could be a bit underwhelming but I cannot confirm that. I did Machu Picchu a few years back and I think the Lost City is likewise impressive and also not so crowded. We did the 4-days-trip which is quite manageable even if you‘re not the sporty type. The hike itself is also beautiful with many stunning views of the incredible nature. Our guide Cesar and the translator Issy were very experienced and did a really good job explaining us everything about the nature, the history of the area and, of course, the Lost City and the culture of the natives. Many thanks again for this amazing trip!
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Grandtour64891252867
Feb 12, 2025
Amazing experience in the nature - This was such an amazing experience! The path is beautiful and Ciudad Perdida is stunning. Jorge, our guide from Expotur, as well as Sirlei, Juan and Orlando (second guide, translator and cook) were so careful to guide us through this true adventure. The hike has parts of BIG effort so people should prepare mentally for the physical challenge. The structure of camps is very good, the food is plentiful and it is a fairly safe path. I am not an habitual trekker and had to find my own pace, but Jorge was always there as a great company and support - gracias, Jorge!
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