Colombia's Caribbean Coast & Lost City
14 days
from Cartagena to Santa Marta
From
$ 2349
Duration14 days
Colombia has a certain kind of magic that you won’t find anywhere else in the Caribbean. On this trip, you’ll experience it first-hand via visits to rural regions, treks through Tayrona National Park’s picturesque trails and (of course), downtime on the beach. Spend time with village communities to learn about Indigenous traditions before heading deep into the jungle to Teyuna — the fabled Ciudad Perdida (Lost City) older than Machu Picchu — a place crowded with history and free of crowds. Colombia is mysterious. Come figure out the riddle.
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Duration: 14 daysService level: Standard
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Starts in: CartagenaPhysical Grading: Demanding
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Ends in: Santa MartaAges: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Cartagena
Start place: Cartagena
Arrive at any time.
End place: Cartagena
Day 2: Cartagena
Start place: Cartagena
Enjoy a city tour, visiting the colonial walled city and fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy free time to take in the Caribbean vibe of the city and beach.
Please note hot water is uncommon in the Caribbean region of Colombia. Showers are likely to only have cold water while visiting this area.
Opt to pre-book the "Totumo Mud Volcano" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
Opt to pre-book the "Totumo Mud Volcano" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
End place: Cartagena
Meals: B
Day 3: Cartagena/Minca
Start place: Cartagena
Travel to the small town of Minca, breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy free time to explore.
Please note that if the group is full, we may be required to use multi-share rooms in Minca due to the small size of this unique hotel.
End place: Minca
Meals: B
Day 4: Minca/Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Start place: Minca
Head into Tayrona National Park for a moderate hike with a local guide. This is a perfect opportunity to experience nature and learn a little more about the rich, natural diversity of northern Colombia. Stay in a lodge close to the park.
Please note that Tayrona National Park is usually closed during the month of February. The indigenous groups in the area believe that mother nature needs a month of rest, and maintenance to the park is done during this time. If your trip falls in February, you will visit Taironaka Park, to learn more about the local Kogi people and their cultural practices.
End place: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Meals: B, L
Day 5: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Start place: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Spend the day with the Gotsezhi Wiwa indigenous community. Enjoy a G Adventures-supported lunch prepared by women from the community. Learn about Wiwa customs on a village visit and then lounge in a hammock by the river or opt to explore nearby waterfalls.
End place: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Meals: B, L
Day 6: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona/Taganga
Start place: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Taganga. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival.
End place: Taganga
Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Taganga/Santa Marta
Start place: Taganga
With a free day at leisure, tour Taganga by foot or don a snorkel and mask and explore the water. This evening, travel to Santa Marta and join your group for an optional evening out on the town.
End place: Santa Marta
Meals: B
Day 8: Santa Marta
Start place: Santa Marta
Use the day to soak up some sun or make any last minute purchases before starting the big trek.
Relax on the beautiful Caribbean coast in Santa Marta or go further afield to explore.
End place: Santa Marta
Meals: B
Day 9: Santa Marta/ Wiwa Camp
Start place: Santa Marta
Transfer to Machete Pelao, where the trek to the Lost City of Teyuna begins. Trek through farmland, steamy jungle, and rural Kogi communities. Get a glimpse into the local way of life in the remote river valleys of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 10: Wiwa Camp /Teyuna Paraiso Camp
Continue trekking along the route to Ciudad Perdida. Today is a tough portion of the trek with a lot of steep inclines, make sure to rest and take in the beautiful views. Arrive at the campsite in the afternoon and relax by the river.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 11: Teyuna Paraiso Camp/ Wiwa Camp
Get started early to climb the 1,200 steps up to the Lost City. The view of the surrounding Sierra Nevada Mountains makes it well worth the hike. Explore the Lost City and learn what is known of its origins from the indigenous guide, before making the descent back to Wiwa Camp for the night.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 12: Wiwa Camp /Ricardito Camp
Follow the path back through the deep jungle, wind through banana trees, cacao plants and small Kogi communities on the way to Ricardito Camp. The nickname for this camp is vista hermosa or beautiful views, sit back and soak them in.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 13: Santa Marta
In the morning, take in your last views of the jungle as you trek back to Machete Pelao. Transfer to Santa Marta where the rest of the day is yours to relax.
End place: Santa Marta
Meals: B, L
Day 14: Santa Marta
Start place: Santa Marta
Depart at any time.
End place: Santa Marta
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Wiwa Community Visit & Lunch, Gotshezhy Village Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- City tour in Cartagena
- Hike to Pozo Azul (2hrs)
- Tayrona NP (excluding February departures)
- Hike with local guide (5hrs)
- Trek to the Lost City with indigenous guide (5 days)
- Guided tour of the Lost City
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Private van, Public bus, 4x4, Walking -
Accommodation
Hotels/guesthouses (9 nts), Camping (4 nts in hammocks or rustic bunks) -
Meals
13 breakfasts,
8 lunches,
5 dinners