5 Days / 4 Nights
The Ciudad Perdida Archaeological Park, also known as Teyuna, is located
on the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta at the edge of the Buritaca River.
Ciudad Perdida means “lost city” in English.
Ciudad Perdida is reached by crossing forests full of exotic fauna and
flora, hanging bridges, mountains, and waterfalls. In the midst of a tropical
forest and 40 and 50-meter tall trees are found the ruins of the great
Tayrona empire, characterized by a sophisticated integration of nature and
civilization and splendid stone architecture.
Day 1: SANTA MARTA – ADAM’S HOUSE (D) Arrive at Santa Marta and
transfer to Machete Pelao. A Two hour walk through forests before arriving
at Adams House, one of the early settlers of the area. Dinner and overnight
Day 2: ADAM’S HOUSE – GABRIEL’S HOUSE (B L D) Early morning start to
the Indian reservation of Koguis, descendants of the Tayronas civilization.
Swimming at Rio Buritaca before dinner and overnight at Gabriel House, the
only Colonist of the area, located inside the village. (6 hour walk)
Day 3: CUIDAD PERDIDA (LOST CITY) (B L D) A six hour journey through the
forrest and along the river banks before climbing the 2000 steps arriving at
Ciudad Perdida. The city was built by the Tayrona between 500 and 700
BC, and was considered one of the most important settlements. Afternoon
at leisure to explore the wonderful ruins before making camp. Dinner and
overnight at visitors centre.
Day 4: RETURN TO GABRIEL’S HOUSE (B L D) Start your journey back by
trekking to Gabriel’s House. Overnight
Day 5: GABRIEL’S HOUSE – SANTA MARTA (B) a Three hour trel takes you
back to Machete where a vehicle will transport you to Santa Marta.
Includes:
•Bilingual Guide
• Transportation
• Full board (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Entrance fees
• Porters and mules for equipment.
• Hammocks with mosquito nets.
| SIERRA NEVADA DE SANTA | PRICES FROM | |
| 5 Days / 4 Nights | SINGLE | TWIN |
| Tourist Class Hotels | 864 | 864 |
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