Compare Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City by G Adventures vs Lost City 5 days by Wiwa Tour Colombia
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| Duration | 22 days | 5 days |
| Price From | $ 4,199 | $ 313 |
| Price Per Day | $ 191 | $ 63 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Basic |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | 21 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 4 dinners | N/A |
| Description |
Embracing nature in Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. Imagine picturesque beaches, busy cities, and the freshest coffee you’ve ever had. And you’re only scratching the surface of what’s in store for you on this 22-day trip. Check out the resurgence of culture, art, and food in Bogotá and Medellín, dive deep into the Caribbean vibe of Cartagena, learn about Indigenous culture from the Wiwa people of Gotshezhy, get back to nature in Minca, and trek to ancient Ciudad Perdida (Lost City), known to the locals as Teyuna. Colombia will change you. All you have to do is let it. |
Lost City has been compared to the ruins of Machu Pichu because it is a city built by Indians before the conquer(pre-Hispanic age) but it should be noted that Ciudad Perdida has not been restored and its terraces Roads and architecture are intact, for several centuries. In the Tour to Lost City 5 days you will be able to traverse this magnificent work created by the ancient tayronas with the descendants of the indigenous Wiwa guides, who will teach you the culture and the natural and ancestral wealth that possesses this magical place. |
Day 1 Bogotá
Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2 Bogotá/Armenia
Enjoy breakfast in Bogotá before boarding an afternoon flight to Armenia, in Colombia’s coffee region. Spend two nights outside Armenia in a traditional hacienda.
Day 3 Armenia
Visit Armenia town and market for breakfast before enjoying a tour of a coffee farm in the Calarcá area to learn more about the coffee culture here.
Day 4 Armenia/Salento
Take a morning hike through the Cocora Valley before an afternoon arrival to Salento. Continue the full coffee experience in the region of Quindío.
Enjoy exploring Salento and getting a feel for the town.
Day 5 Salento/Medellín
Drive through beautiful landscapes to Medellín. Opt to explore the city in the evening.
Day 6 Medellín
Enjoy a neighbourhood tour of the city and learn the fascinating recent history of the city's ongoing transformation. Spend the rest of the day with free time to explore this vibrant city.
Day 7 Medellín
Enjoy another free day and opt to visit the nearby town of Guatapé, with its colourful houses and famous rock. Or ride the metrocable, a cable car part of Medellín’s public transportation, for sweeping views of the city and surrounding mountains.
Day 8 Medellín/Cartagena
Hop on a morning flight to Cartagena and arrive in time to spend the afternoon exploring the old walled city. Opt for dinner and a night out in this lively town.
Day 9 Cartagena
Enjoy a free day exploring all Cartagena has to offer. Opt to enjoy the beautiful coast or explore the charming colonial city.
Day 10 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.
Day 11 Cartagena/Minca
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.
Day 12 Minca/Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
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 will be closed certain dates in February, June, October, and November. See the Important Notes section of your tour to view exact dates for 2023. 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 during these dates, you will visit Taironaka Park, to learn more about the local Kogi people and their cultural practices.
Day 13 Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Spend the day visiting a nearby indigenous community. Gain insights into the rich traditional cultures of this region, and the Arhuacos. Enjoy a textile weaving demonstration by members of local families in the Katanzama community. Afterwards, transfer to Playa de los Cocos for an included lunch at a local restaurant near the beach. Take advantage of free time to head to the beach nearby or relax in a hammock and enjoy the ocean breeze.
Day 14 Tayrona National Park Area / Taganga
In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Taganga. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival.
Day 15 Taganga/Santa Marta
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.
Day 16 Santa Marta
Relax on the beautiful Caribbean coast in Santa Marta or go further afield to explore.
Use the day to soak up some sun or make any last minute purchases before starting the big trek.
Day 17 Santa Marta/Ricardito Camp
Wake up and hit the road to the village of El Mamey where your trek to the Lost City of Teyuna begins. Trek through farmland, steamy jungle, and rural Kogi communities. Enjoy and let it all soak in – this is your opportunity to get a glimpse into the local way of life in the remote river valleys of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The group will have lunch at the village and hike about 4 hours to the first basecamp.
Day 18 Ricardito Camp/Teyuna Paraiso Camp
Venture further into the lush jungle en route to Ciudad Perdida. Be prepared – today is a tough portion of the trek with a lot of steep views. Arrive at the campsite in the afternoon for some much needed relaxation by the river.
Day 19 Paraiso Camp to Mumake Camp
Wake up early feeling refreshed, recharged (hopefully!) and start your trek to La Ciudad Perdida. Climb the 1200 ancient steps and explore the different sacred sites of Lost City. Later, continue trekking through the deep jungle today on winding paths through banana trees and cacao plants as you make your way to Mumake Camp. The total hiking time today is 8 hours with about 3 hours to explore the Lost City.
Day 20 Mumake Camp to Las Cascadas Camp
The group will have an early departure from Mumake Camp. Hike past the village of El Mamey and arrive to Ricardito Camp where you'll have lunch and rest for the remainder of the day.
Day 21 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.
Day 22 Santa Marta
Depart at any time.
Day 1
Start the tour from the city of Santa Marta in a 4 × 4 until you reach the sector of Gotsezhy
(Indigenous settlement), where we will have lunch and start the walk (8.5 km), on this road we will pass by some viewpoints where we can observe the caribbean sea and the indigenous settlement and its faunas and flora, To the first camp 1 (Vista Hermosa), The indigenous guide socializes about the historical and cultural customs of the region, we will spend the first night, we will dine and sleep in comfortable hammocks.
Day 2
We will start walking from the first camp to Camp 2 (Cabaña Wiwa), the tour consists of (7,3 Km). After having lunch, we will go to Buritaca River. After the Dinner, the guides will tell you the stories and traditions of their community, there will be questions for you and the guides as well.
Day 3
We start with an optimal breakfast to start the trek (9.97 Km) until we reach the third camp (Paraiso Teyuna), an indigenous camp, then we will be at the foot of Lost City (Teizhuna), the Sacred city of the Tayronas. During this tour we will observe a good part of the fauna and flora of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. In the afternoon we will be able to relax and enjoy a swim in the river, and then at night we will camp and the guide will tell you more about Lost City and its sacred meaning for us as Indians.
Day 4
Early in the morning, we will have a quick breakfast, and then we will start a route of (2.2 km) to reach the first terrace, after having climbed the 1,200 feets. We are going to rest and wait that everyone is together to make the tour and the protocol of entry to this magical and sacred place for us, the journey will take aproximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. After having finished the tour we will descend once more to Paraíso Teyuna to take our lunch. After rest from lunch, we will continue the descent once more to Camp 2 (Cabaña Wiwa).
Day 5
The last day of the adventure begins with breakfast to continue the way back to the point where everything began, the average descent will be approximately 13.5 km until finally arriving at Gotsezhy where we will have lunch and the truck will wait for us to return the City of Santa Marta where we will arrive around 5:00 pm Having totally enjoyed an enriching new experience in the magical Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
