About this trip
This is a multi-day trek through Colombia's Sierra Nevada to Ciudad Perdida, the Lost City at Teyuna, without the crowds you'd find at more famous ruins elsewhere in South America.
You walk through dense jungle and wade across streams over several days, with a local guide sharing insight into the region's culture alongside an English-speaking CEO who's with you throughout.
Once you reach Teyuna, you get time to explore the ruins at your own pace, taking in a site that still feels genuinely off the beaten track.
What you'll do
- Trek through jungle trails to reach Ciudad Perdida at Teyuna
- Cross streams and river sections on foot along the route
- Explore the Lost City ruins at leisure once you arrive
- Learn about local culture and history from an expert local guide
- Travel with an English-speaking CEO for the full trek
- This is a physically demanding trek over several days, so a reasonable level of fitness helps
- Fully guided throughout, with both a local guide and an English-speaking CEO
Worth it if you're fit, choose the 5-day option, and book directly with local operators to save £200+. Think twice if you're paying via G Adventures—currency conversion fees and refund disputes are genuine issues.
- Local guides and cooks are genuinely excellent; Miguel, food quality, and safety prioritised throughout trek.
- G Adventures charges heavy currency conversion fees and has refused refunds on cancelled tours; direct booking saves $250-300.
- 5-day trek strongly recommended over 3-day; jungle humidity is real, long trousers essential for ticks on final day.
- Canadian citizens face $85+ border fee plus 10% currency conversion charge; accommodate two outfit rotation in humid conditions.
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Departing in Nov is cheapest — from £599, about 50% below the priciest month (Jan).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Santa Marta · 31 Oct – 1 Nov
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