
Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta worth booking?
Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta is a 96-hour experience in Santa Marta, Colombia, from $637 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (1)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $637 per person
Are you ready to embark on one of the most exciting treks in South America? The Colombia Lost City Tour will take you through the exuberant jungle of the Sierra Nevada, where you will discover amazing secrets and impress
What you get
- Travel insurance
- Local guide of the area and English translator.
- Snack and fruit at some points along the route
- Entrance to the archaeological zone
- 3 dinners
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Are you ready to embark on one of the most exciting treks in South America? The Colombia Lost City Tour will take you through the exuberant jungle of the Sierra Nevada, where you will discover amazing secrets and impressive landscapes. Explore archaeological ruins and observe wildlife in its natural habitat. But be prepared: this adventure requires a good physical condition, since the daily walks last 7 to 8 hours. Do you dare to accept the challenge? ✅ INCLUDES: Ground transportation (Santa Marta historic center, Taganga and Rodadero; sectors of red grounds, beautiful horizon and airport must pay an additional 20,000), Food, Local Guide and English translator, Entrance to the archaeological zone, contribution to indigenous and peasant communities, accommodation in hammocks, beds (with mosquito nets and blankets), travel insurance, snack at some points of the trip.
What's included
Included
- Travel insurance
- Local guide of the area and English translator.
- Snack and fruit at some points along the route
- Entrance to the archaeological zone
- 3 dinners
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tour Guide in Spanish and English
- 4 lunches
- 3 breakfasts
- Accommodation in hammocks/beds with mosquito nets and blankets
Not included
- Breakfast the first day
- Alcoholic beverages
- Mules to carry luggage
What you'll see and do
Centro Historico de Santa Marta
Day 1: SANTA MARTA – MAMEY. camp 1 Imagine starting your adventure at the Expotur office at 9:30 am, where you will board a 4x4 truck for an exciting 2 ½ hour trip to the Mamey region. There, you will enjoy a delicious lunch before beginning your search for the sacred place of the Tayronas in La Ciudad Perdida. At the end of the afternoon, you will arrive at Camp 1, surrounded by rivers, natural pools and waterfalls to relax. After a comforting dinner, you will rest in a hammock prepared for you. Are you ready for the adventure? Lodging: Night in camp with showers, bathrooms, beds and hammocks to rest and spend the night. Meals: Lunch Dinner
240 minutes here
Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
DAY 2. Wake up early to enjoy a delicious breakfast before beginning your trek through the Buritaca river valley. Along the way, you will discover the Kogui indigenous village of Mutanshi and experience the natural diversity of the Sierra Nevada jungle. After approximately 7 hours of walking, you will arrive at Camp 3 to enjoy a well-deserved meal and rest.
420 minutes here · Admission included
Ciudad Perdida
DAY 3. Start your day early with an energizing breakfast before beginning the exciting ascent to the Lost City. Climb 1,200 steps built by the Tayronas to reach this magical place full of relics and ancestral stories. There, your guide will show you the secrets of the city while you enjoy impressive landscapes and take photos to remember. After a comforting lunch, you will return the same way to Camp 2 for dinner and rest. Lodging: Night in the camp of the peasant population of the region, with beds and hammocks to rest and spend the night. Meals: BreakfastLunchDinner
360 minutes here · Admission included
Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
DAY 4. Begin your last day of adventure with an energizing breakfast before continuing your way back to the starting point. Along the way, you will find rivers and waterfalls to cool off before arriving at Mamey to enjoy a delicious lunch. There, a van will be waiting for you to take you back to the city of Santa Marta, where you will arrive around 5:00 p.m. after having fully enjoyed an enriching experience in the magical Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Accommodation: Not included Meals: Breakfast Lunch
360 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- serviexpress
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 96 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
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Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Marta.
How much does Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta cost?
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Prices start at $637 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santa Marta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta take?
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Plan for about 96 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santa Marta is not rushed.
Is Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Santa Marta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 96-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santa Marta can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santa Marta and add a light layer if any part of the 96-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Discover Lost City: 4-Day Hike in Santa Marta start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santa Marta within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santa Marta?
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On Outty we rank every Santa Marta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hike for 4 days to the Lost City, Santa Marta, MINCA: Eco-Walk, Coffee Farm, Waterfall & Chocolate Experience!, 4-Day Lost City Small-Group Tour in Santa Marta. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santa Marta?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santa Marta?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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