HIKING TO THE LOST CITY
Discovering the Tayrona Civilization
2 nights at the Decameron Galeon (one at the beginning and one at the end), 5 nights trekking
(3 days ascent, 1 day's stay in Ciudad Perdida, 2 days descent), ground transportation from Santa Marta to the National Park, all meals based on canned goods and non perishable products (including refreshments and snacks), lodging (multiple accommodations, hammocks with mosquito netting), Park entry fees and permits for the Sierra Nevada National Park and the Ciudad Perdida Archaeological Park, local expert guides, mules, porters, assistants, cooks.
Not included:
Airfares, Insurance, emergency medical equipment or evacuation and any other service not specifically mentioned here.
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- Tour Operator
- Tara Tours
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - No
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Santa Marta | SUN ARRIVE SANTA MARTA : Upon arrival in Santa Marta you will be met and transferred to DECAMERON GALEON HOTEL for overnight (D). |
| Day 2 | TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY (CIUDAD PERDIDA) | MON TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY (CIUDAD PERDIDA) : It is difficult not to succumb to the enchantment produced by the temptation to go and become acquainted with the enigmatic Ciudad Perdida of the Tayrona civilization, a millennial culture whose importance marked the history of the country. This incredible site is located amid thick, dense and almost impenetrable vegetation surrounding the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Few are the fortunate who can tell about the fulfilled dream of reaching the mountain and finding consolidated on the heights that stone city which only three decades ago nobody knew existed, and today is one of the most imposing works of pre-Hispanic architecture of cultures which inhabited Colombia. The Sierra Nevada is the highest coastal mountain range in the world: starting at sea level, 16,400 Km2 rise in four groups of peaks and a wall of 5,295 m in height. The highest points are 5,700 m above sea level. Above 3,000 m there is perpetual snow and lakes of glacial origin. Such is the verticality of the mountain that from these summits, as though from a privileged balcony, the sea abates at scarcely 30 km distance. When one is there, time is short to tour and understand the significance of this work and the magnitude of the labor its construction implied for the Indians. In all there are 160 terraces of different dimensions, almost 200 blocks of surface, accompanied by 22 dwelling rings and a series of retaining walls half a meter in width, and a system of drains and cornices which have permitted Ciudad Perdida to sustain itself in the presence of attacks by erosion. The trek includes: ground transport Santa Marta - Machete Pelao - Santa Marta, all meals based on canned goods and non perishable products (including refreshments and snacks), lodging (multiple accommodations, hammocks with mosquito netting), Park entry fees and permits for the Sierra Nevada National Park and the Ciudad Perdida Archaeological Park, local expert guides, mules, porters, assistants, cooks. Recommendations: backpack, hiking boots, lightweight sleeping bag, bathing suits and towels, insect repellent, sandals for river crossing, sun block lotion, canteen / water bottle, basic first aid kit, flashlight and batteries, large plastic bags, lightweight clothing for warm climate (shorts, tee shirt), long pants and long-sleeved shirt for nighttime. NOTE FOR THIS EXPEDITION: Each passenger will carry his/her own backpack with their personal effects, for that reason we recommend lightweight luggage. This excursion requires optimum physical condition and health. The excursion guide reserves the right to reject any participant who does not fulfill this requirement without right to reimbursement. |
| Day 3 | TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY | TUE. TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY : Trekking to the Lost City. Camp (B, L, D). |
| Day 4 | TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY | WED. TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY : Trekking to the Lost City. Camp (B, L, D). |
| Day 5 | TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY | THU. TREKKING TO THE LOST CITY : Trekking to the Lost City. Overnight in the Lost City (B, L, D). |
| Day 6 | Santa Marta | FRI. TREKKING DOWN FROM THE LOST CITY TO SANTA MARTA : Trekking down from the Lost City to Santa Marta. Camp (B, L, D). |
| Day 7 | Santa Marta | SAT. TREKKING/SANTA MARTA : Today the trekking to the Lost City finishes. Arrival in Santa Marta and transfer to DECAMERON GALEON HOTEL with all meals(B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | Santa Marta | SUN. SANTA MARTA-AIRPORT : Transfer to the airport. (B) |
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