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An ancestral place
More than 200 stone terraces built by the Tairona over a thousand years ago.
Lost City Trek · Santa Marta, Colombia
Hike to Teyuna, the Lost City
A 3, 4 or 5-day trek through the territory of the Kogui, Wiwa, Arhuaco and Kankuamo peoples. Departures every day from Santa Marta.
Departure date
People
Tour
Deposit today (10%)COP 372,000Total COP 3,720,000
November 2026
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We leave every day. Hover over a day to preview your trip, then tap to choose it.
Book with a 10% deposit
Pay the rest on departure day
Free changes up to 7 days before
1,200stone steps
1,200 mabove sea level
64 kmon foot, round trip
2,500+travellers have hiked with us
55+countries of origin
2018the year we started
75%choose the 4-day route
The experience
Why hike the Lost City trek
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Real adventure
64 km on foot through the jungle, river crossings and 1,200 steps to the top.
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Living culture
You walk through the territory of the Kogui and Wiwa peoples, as a guest and with respect.
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Pure nature
Rainforest, waterfalls and pools in the Buritaca river to cool off at the end of each day.
The tours
Lost City trek tours: 3, 4 or 5 days
The destination is the same. What changes is the number of days, the kilometres per day and how much time you have to enjoy the trail.
4daysMost popularThe balanced route
Classic
Three nights in the jungle, river crossings and the early-morning climb up the 1,200 stone steps. It is the route chosen by 75% of our travellers.
The balance between challenge and enjoyment4 days · 3 nights12–14 km a day Moderate
per personCOP 1,860,000View tour
5daysThe unhurried route
Sacred Waterfalls
The same destination with more time to enjoy it: short hiking days, a waterfall route, a swim at La Negra and an extra night in the jungle.
About 4 waterfalls, a swim at La Negra and a night at El Puente5 days · 4 nights8–10 km a day Relaxed
per personCOP 2,150,000View tour
3daysFor strong hikers short on time
Express
The full route in three long days. You leave at 4:30 am, cover a stretch by motorbike and hike more than 14 km each day.
Motorbike ride from El Mamey to Vista Hermosa3 days · 2 nights14–18 km a day High
per personCOP 2,200,000View tour
Google reviews
Lost City trek reviews from our hikers
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57 reviews on Google
Aleja SolarteSeptember 2026
GoogleEs una experiencia increíble, no puedo describir ni explicar lo maravilloso que fue y lo feliz que me sentí, no solo al llegar a Teyuna, todo el trayecto como tal! Es bellísimo, y aunque es exigente el recorrido, vale totalmente la pena, por otro lado el acompañamiento de los guías es excelente, su energía, su calidad humana, los campamentos, la comida deliciosa, te recogen y te dejan en tu hotel, mejor dicho 10/10, súper recomendados, es una experiencia que no deberíamos dejar de vivir
Patricia MuehlstaedtJune 2026
GoogleThe most beautiful place in Colombia. Everything from the communication to the organisation worked out perfectly. Our tour guides, Esneider, Néstor and Jose Luis were incredible!
Isabella CañonJune 2026
GoogleRealmente uno de los mejores viajes de mi vida! Agradezco profundamente el acompañamiento y atención de Francisco, mi guía, quien no solo estuvo pendiente durante todo el camino sino me mostró uno de los lugares más bellos de colombia. Muy recomendado ir con esta agencia, vale la pena!
Vincent LebouchardMay 2026
GoogleExpérience de dingue, je recommande à 100% cette agence. Le guide Esneider a été aux petits soins pendant la durée du séjour et a répondu à toutes nos questions. N’hésitez pas ça vaut vraiment le coup.
abi lookerJune 2026
GoogleI had such an amazing experience, the views were so beautiful and it was so interesting learning about the history of the lost city. The tour guides gave indepth information throughout. In our tour we had Esneider and Néstor who were amazing, they were super knowledgable , really encouraging and made the trip so fun. I could not recommend this experience and this company more !
SergioJune 2026
GoogleUna actividad de 10! Muy bien organizada, muy pendientes de ti en todo momento y un buen seguimiento tanto antes de empezar como durante la actividad. Jorge Maldonado ha sido un guía excelente! Todo el rato pendiente de que no nos faltara de nada así como buena conversación durante las teavesias. Totalmente recomendado.
Juliana ArizaMarch 2026
GoogleUna hermosa experiencia que te cambia la percepción de un país, y la consideración de tu propio cuerpo. Fue un viaje del que disfrutamos y con el que sentimos gratitud por cada minuto. Los paisajes son únicos, y Esneider el guía que nos acompañó hizo de esta experiencia una para jamás olvidar. Su dedicación, conocimiento y amor por la región hicieron este viaje tan especial.
Pau BarceloJuly 2026
GooglePhenomenal experience, highly recommended if you can handle the daily effort. Great time to discover the Tayrona culture and the local forest
robin_7_29January 2026
GoogleAmazing experience from start to finish. The guides were professional, friendly, and really made the Lost City Trek feel safe and well organized. An unforgettable journey through the jungle. Highly recommended!
Comparison
Lost City trek in 3, 4 or 5 days? Compare
How do you want to hike?
3 daysExpress
Most popular
4 daysClassic
4 daysClassic
5 daysSacred Waterfalls
Price per person (COP)
2,200,000
1,860,000
2,150,000
Kilometres per day
14–18 km
12–14 km
8–10 km
Difficulty
High
Moderate
Relaxed
Nights in the jungle
2 nights
3 nights
4 nights
Departure time
4:30 am
7:30–8:30 am
7:30–8:30 am
What sets it apart
Motorbike ride from El Mamey to Vista Hermosa
The balance between challenge and enjoyment
About 4 waterfalls, a swim at La Negra and a night at El Puente
Choose it if
You are short on time and very fit
It is your first time and you want the classic route
You want to take it easy, swim and take photos
We recommend the 4-day Classic tour. It is the route chosen by 75% of our travellers: demanding, but with time to enjoy it.
The route
The trek route: 64 km from El Mamey to Teyuna
The trail climbs and descends through the jungle up to 1,200 metres. You return the same way. Tap each point to see what’s there.
Where you sleep on the 4-day tour:1Adán2Paraíso3Mumake (way back)
≈ 1,200 m above sea level
Teyuna · Lost City
About 1,200 stone steps lead you to more than 200 terraces built by the Tayrona around AD 600–800. It remains a sacred site for the peoples of the Sierra.
A fact: it was built some 650 years before Machu Picchu.
Pickup
Pickup in Santa Marta, Minca or Tayrona
Choose where you’re staying and see how and when we come for you.
Tap your starting point to see the route.
Schematic map, not to scale
Pickup time · 4-day tour
8:30 am
- At the door of your accommodation. Historic centre, Bello Horizonte and surroundings.
- ≈ 2 h to El Mamey, with a stop at La Aguacatera.
- The afternoon before, we confirm your exact time by WhatsApp.
- The 3-day tour leaves at 4:30 am.
On the way back
You arrive in Santa Marta between 3:00 and 6:00 pm. If you are travelling on, we can drop you off along the way at Tayrona, Playa Los Ángeles, Costeño, Buritaca or Palomino.
Living territory
Teyuna is still a sacred place
For the four peoples of the Sierra Nevada, these mountains are the heart of the world. Anyone who walks to Teyuna enters as a guest in an inhabited territory, with its own rules and its own rhythm.
KoguiKággaba
WiwaEastern Sierra
ArhuacoIku
KankuamoSouth-eastern Sierra
Walking with respect
- Ask permission before photographing a person or a home.
- Don’t touch or take stones, plants or objects from the trail.
- On the terraces we keep our voices low. It is a ceremonial site.
- Whatever you carry up, you carry down. We leave no litter in the Sierra.
Availability
We leave every day
All dates are open. Pick a month to see the calendar and book your departure. The park closes for a few days each year so the mountain can rest.
Daily departures
Annual park closure
2027 closure dates to be confirmed
All taken care of
What the Lost City trek includes
Included
- Return transport from your accommodation
- All meals, from lunch on day 1 to lunch on the last day
- Vegetarian, vegan or allergy-friendly menu on request
- Camps with bed or hammock, mosquito net and blankets
- Filtered water at the camps
- Entrance to Teyuna Archaeological Park
- Travel insurance
- Expert local guides
- Contribution to the communities of the Sierra
Not included
- Breakfast on day 1
- Mule for your luggage
- Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses
We store your extra luggage while you hike.
Tailor-made
Simulate your booking
Tell us where you’re staying, how many you are and how you’d like to travel. In one minute you’ll see your day-by-day plan, with your pickup time and the price.
Before you book
Lost City trek FAQ
Can I visit the Lost City on my own?
No. You can only enter with an authorised tour and a guide. We take care of park entry, insurance and the camps.
Which should I choose: 3, 4 or 5 days?
The 4-day tour is the best fit for most people. The 3-day tour is for those who are very fit and short on time. The 5-day tour is for taking it easy and seeing waterfalls.
How hard is it?
Demanding, but not technical. Expect heat, humidity, mud and steep climbs. It is about 64 km in total from El Mamey, there and back, with about 1,200 steps at the end.
When is the best time to go?
The driest months are December to March and June to August. You can hike all year round, except during the park’s annual closure.
How do I pay?
You pay 10% online by card, PSE or Nequi. The balance is paid on departure day, in cash in Colombian pesos or by card (+4%).
Can I change or cancel?
Yes, free of charge up to 7 days before departure. Within the last 72 hours, the 10% is retained. If you do not show up or you leave the tour, there is no refund.
What are the camps like?
They have beds or hammocks with mosquito nets and blankets, cold showers, toilets, a small shop and filtered water.
Does the guide speak English?
The guides speak Spanish and an English translator walks with you. A French translator is also available if you let us know in advance.
Where do I leave my luggage?
We store it free of charge while you hike. You only take a 20–30 litre backpack up the mountain.
Can children come?
Message us and we will look at it together, depending on their age and hiking experience.
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