Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta
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96 hours
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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 better quality of life for the locals.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Travelers can leave the suitcase they do not wish to take on the tour at the Expotur main office at no additional cost. If you do not plan to return to Santa Marta on the last day of the tour, we can send your suitcases to the final point of the route in EL MAMEY where you can pick them up and then be taken to your destination.
It is recommended to have the yellow fever vaccine as a preventive measure for the tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
SANTA MARTA - EL MAMEY - CAMP 1
Accommodations
Night in camp with showers, bathrooms, beds and hammocks to rest and spend the night.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
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 arrive at Camp 1, in its surroundings we will find rivers, natural pools, waterfalls for moments of relaxation, then we will have dinner and there will be accommodations prepared in hammocks to rest and spend the night.
CAMP 1 - CAMP 3
Accommodations
Night in the camp of the peasant population of the region, with beds and hammocks to rest and spend the night.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
The day begins and we have breakfast early, to then start walking through the Buritaca river valley, there we will find numerous houses that make up a village of indigenous Kogui called Mutanshi. Our tour of the day is approximately 7 hours, passing through the jungle of the Sierra Nevada and meeting face to face with the natural diversity, until finally arriving directly at Camp 3 where we eat, rest and spend the night.
CAMP 3 - LOST CITY - CAMP 2
Accommodations
Night in the camp of the peasant population of the region, with beds and hammocks to rest and spend the night.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Ciudad Perdida
Very early we have breakfast, to begin the ascent to our destination, we begin by climbing 1,200 steps, a path built by the Tayronas themselves, at the end we will find the long-awaited Lost City, once there the guide will show us and give us information about the magical full place of relics and ancestral stories, we will spend the morning enjoying the landscapes of the destination, having enough time to rest and take pictures, finally we will have lunch and continue the same way back to reach Camp 2 where we have dinner and spend the night.
CAMP 2 - EL MAMEY
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
The last day of the adventure begins with breakfast to continue the way back to the point where it all began, the way we will find rivers and waterfalls to refresh ourselves, until finally reaching the Mamey where we will have lunch and the truck will wait for us to return to the city of Santa Marta where we will arrive around 5:00 pm having fully enjoyed an enriching new experience in the magical Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
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Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta
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Reviews
3,207 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing hike
oliviadL9004GN,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very great experience with a perfect organisation. It was amazing⁴, and we were greatfull to see the lost city after hiking in so warm conditions. The guide Gabriel knew a lot about the history of the region and the people and was very nice. Also the translator Alberto was very very helpfull and spoke very well english. The cook Jesus did good cooking and we had enough food with enough snacks. Really to recommend !
Welcome to the jungle
Jet37452689342,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unique experience - real adventure. We lived the 3-day trek with our wonderful guide Tatiana, who made our trip wonderful with lots of interesting facts and great humour. Definitely recommend!
3 day hike to never forget!
victoriasT7119YO,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! We did the 3 day track and it was an unbelievable hike that we will never forget! Special thanks to Tatiana our amazing guide, full of energy and knowledge, who effortlessly guided us with patience and positive vibes throughout the three days! If you want to have a guide that challenges you, that shares all the little details about the track, the communities and the culture, she is the one to ask for!! Also big mention to Orlando our cook, who fuelled us with the tastiest meals! Super recommended experience :)
More than just trekking: a journey through history!
martinanO7689RP,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We absolutely recommend Expotour for trekking to the Ciudad Perdida. The difference is made by the team: the guide, Ariel, and the translator, Sofia, were instrumental in making us understand the history and deep traditions of indigenous peoples, making the walk not only a physical challenge, but also an important cultural experience. The cook, Emir, surprised us every day by delighting us with typical Colombian dishes. Excellent logistics organization and cleaning of base camps. Thank you for making this adventure so special!
Unforgettable experience
selvasp83,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Actually, we did the 5-day hike. This allows you to enjoy a few waterfalls on the 4th day, also rest of course, and be able to do a different path on the 5th. We had some excellent guide people: Aldair, Jorge, Sol and Camilla (the cook). They were always with the whole team. Very professional and beautiful people. Getting to Lost City is demanding but worth it. It's an amazing place, ever since I started walking the first day like the last. The hardest is the 2nd. It should be noted that in the camps it is shared with other guides from different agencies. They're all a great team. So I want to highlight Paola and Duban (Turcol and Teyuna) who gave me a hand with a problem I had in my knee. Thank you!!
FAN-BAG-TISCH!
Shauni V,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fe-no-me-naal! 4 days apart but in the fantastic company of our top guide Cezar, incomparable translator Alberto and culinary high-class cook Jesus. Without a doubt our highlight in Colombia! 🤩
Amazing Experience
799clementd,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, we went around in 3N 4D, it was perfect. Our guide Ariel was a local and gave us very detailed and personal information throughout the trek. Thanks to Sophia our translator we were able to understand the essentials of the explanations. The accommodation was clean, our cook Emiro allowed us to taste local specialties. I recommend!
Our highlight in the Santa Marta region
Excursion53540132567,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A strenuous but absolutely worthwhile tour, where you learn a lot about the local indigenous people and which also benefits from this tour. Ida, David and Santiago led us through the hike and told us a lot about the history and culture of this region and its people. All very impressive, as well as the nature you immerse yourself in. Swimming in waterfalls and rivers is available as extra on top. We can highly recommend Expo Tour.
Amazing experience and unforgettable memories
Nomad133701,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! I can only recommend this experience. Everything was great, our guide Iderle explanations, David’s translations, Santiago’s attentions and Wilfredy’s cuisine. Everything was on point. The group size was also perfect with just 12 participants for 4 staffs. It allows everyone to walk at their own pace and meet for chill lunches and dinners. This tour is good value for money and I would always recommend the 4 days tour over the 3 days as it allows you to take time to discover the local indigenous tribes customs, learn about the plants and animals you come across and most of all really enjoy some chill time in Ciudad Perdida.
Hard but absolutely worth it!
738domenicar,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did the 4 days 3 nights hiking tour to the Ciudad Perdida starting on December 18th, 2025. We were 10 participants in the Chigüiros group guided by Elizabeth (guide), Ferney (guide), Cole (cook) and Justin (translator). The ratio of guides and participants was very good. It was a wonderful experience and though the hiking days were streneous due to heat, sometimes muddy trails and ascents, it was absolutely worth it. The comfort of this tour was higher than I expected it. The beds in the camp had a cushion, a blanket and a mosquito net. We got three generous meals per day and snacks during the hike (fruits, cookies, juice) which kept us motivated. The staff took great care of us! On the way we could go swimming in different rivers and waterfalls and received information from a Wiwa indigenous about his culture. Apart from a tukan from afar we unfortunately didn't see any animals.
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