{"id":82989,"date":"2024-06-13T12:25:21","date_gmt":"2024-06-13T17:25:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tomplanmytrip.com\/?page_id=82989"},"modified":"2024-10-12T12:09:10","modified_gmt":"2024-10-12T17:09:10","slug":"lost-city-trek-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/lost-city-trek-review\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Plan The Lost City Trek [Ciudad Perdida]"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4c545628\">\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-467a1797 destHeader\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ef7ef055 destSectionContainer\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-23c44a2d\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-326e7c7e destHeaderMask\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/East-Caribbean-Coast-Ciudad-Perdida-Mamo-meeting.jpg\" alt=\"East Caribbean Coast - 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gb-button-text\">Treks<\/span>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-207da0b3 activitiesListing destSection\" id=\"destExperience\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading activitiesListingTitle\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">The classic Ciudad Perdida Trek<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>[tpmt_activities_listing ids=41 filters=0]<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-9f05bb2e destSection\" id=\"postWhat\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading destTitle has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-199210817826f23c1e2dbf048ce2ef74\" id=\"cle\">YOUR DIFFERENT TREK OPTIONS FOR THE LOST CITY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center destIntro has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b0e1fb295ffe3d3eef40de33da068333\">We did the trek to the Lost City!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-07a8416c postItineraryBoxCarousel\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d2e9d6ca 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wp-elements-b9423b4bf0a8e858cf5aa900c5e22532\">Travelers&#8217; most popular classic excursion.   <\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3cb64f03 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a7241709 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-7f53cd45 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What to expect? <\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b4a60b8e\">\n\n<p>The ideal trek for people in <strong>good physical condition<\/strong> who want to venture out on a <strong>multi-day trek<\/strong> for <strong>the first time<\/strong>. More experienced trekkers will appreciate the setting and the lush natural surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More than the viewpoints (which are few and far between), the experience, <strong>the jungle atmosphere<\/strong>, and the sacredness of the place make this <strong>trek so memorable and famous<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-152fd5f0 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-70b5d4f3 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Pros<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1ec6f2d2\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Discover the sacred site of the Lost City<\/strong>, its secrets, history, and the myths surrounding it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience <strong>a wonderful adventure in the jungle&#8217;s heart<\/strong> and feel this environment&#8217;s full power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learn more about the way of life of the indigenous people<\/strong>, their beliefs, and the importance they attach to the Sierra Nevada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s a <strong>great opportunity<\/strong> to discover a multi-day trek&#8217;s joys (and pains).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-237d608b gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-da765736 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Cons<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ee2c1335\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This adventure is <strong>not about discovering the native culture,<\/strong> even though you can chat with a Mamo and ask your guide questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>There aren&#8217;t many viewpoints during the trek<\/strong>, as you&#8217;ll be in<strong> <\/strong>the jungle. You&#8217;ll have to wait until you reach the lost city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The price<\/strong> is rather high compared with other treks in Colombia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a5001b6a\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-cc860094 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/lost-city-trek-4d\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"83117\">View this trek<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-aa76317f postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast_1\" class=\"wp-image-82258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast_1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e278dc91 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-972aa0f0 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-81ea8ee1 postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d31ebd3a\">\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxInfosTag has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3953bad575a3d27058e2cdd38af5122f\">Physical<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ee26f730\">\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxInfosNote has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-64f6ab35efbefabbb64de74ab7cbd1e7\">TPMT note: 8.5\/10<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dbceb0d005c4de20c7c83232091a6ffc\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">THE Trek OF la ciudad Perdida In 3 DAYs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b2d6bded920b683c34eb14b32350729f\">The perfect formula for those in a hurry and for trained people.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f1062ab0 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-53483a84 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-7314a8f6 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What to expect? <\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ab4b210e\">\n\n<p>Suitable for people who are <strong>used to hiking over several days<\/strong> and in <strong>very good physical condition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The first day will be the most demanding, covering 22km<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll do more or less the equivalent of day 1 plus 2 of the 4-day experience.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f776c997 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-f788c939 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Pros<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-65b9bfec\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Save 1 day<\/strong> on your holiday schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Go at your own pace<\/strong>, as this will be a private excursion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Discover the sacred site of the Lost City<\/strong>, its secrets, history, and the myths surrounding it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience <strong>a wonderful adventure in the jungle&#8217;s heart<\/strong> and feel this environment&#8217;s full power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learn more about the way of life of the indigenous people<\/strong>, their beliefs, and the importance they attach to the Sierra Nevada.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-29253050 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3771fe98 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Cons<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4c6511b5\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The price will be higher<\/strong> than the other packages because you are on a private trek.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This adventure does <strong>not focus on discovering the native culture<\/strong>, even though you can talk to a Mamo and ask your guide questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>There aren&#8217;t many viewpoints during the trek<\/strong>, as you&#8217;re in the jungle. You&#8217;ll have to wait until you reach the lost city.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-33b39c27\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-87ee7422 gb-button-text destCta newTab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/lost-city-trek-4d\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-lasso-id=\"83118\">View this trek<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-da8cc959 postItineraryBoxPicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Marta-H-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Marta-H-2-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Marta-H-2-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Santa-Marta-H-2-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxPictureAuthor\">\u00a9Tomplanmytrip<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3a8a887e postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-12f16682 postItineraryBox\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9159bf5e postItineraryBoxInfos\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-df27473d\">\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxInfosTag has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fcaa04d5d197c9b8c56c68950c9de747\">Long<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-01eadc4b\">\n\n<p class=\"postItineraryBoxInfosNote has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-67b0ff61607bc72d7c06b670fe3d95e4\">TPMT note: 8,5\/10<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosName has-global-color-11-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8442cf846cd883714e8d0b19ef170e13\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">THE Trek OF la ciudad Perdida In 5 DAYs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading postItineraryBoxInfosIntro has-global-color-14-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-99927103187910e53d8b6e64c041b51f\">The option for those worried about finishing in 4 days or who want to enjoy new spots on the afternoon of day 4.<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-335e51d4 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7122356e gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-76f4d6eb gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What to expect? <\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4d012345\">\n\n<p>For hikers worried about stretching their resources too much <strong>to finish in 4 days<\/strong> OR those who want to take advantage of free time in the afternoon of Day 4 to <strong>discover new landscapes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This option allows you to <strong>split Day 4 of the classic route in two<\/strong> instead of finishing the 17km in one go. The afternoon of Day 4 can be spent <strong>discovering beautiful waterfalls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-02eea975 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-282badd4 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Pros<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e8d63c7d\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Giving you 1 extra day<\/strong> to complete this wonderful adventure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The price remains the same<\/strong> as for 4 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Discover the sacred site of the Lost City<\/strong>, its secrets, history, and the myths surrounding it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience <strong>a wonderful adventure in the jungle&#8217;s heart<\/strong> and feel this environment&#8217;s full power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learn more about the way of life of the indigenous people<\/strong>, their beliefs, and the importance they attach to the Sierra Nevada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover <strong>landscapes and waterfalls that you won&#8217;t have time to appreciate<\/strong> in the 3 or 4-day package.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c9218637 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4c4cc620 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">The Cons<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a64165ad\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You will have <strong>1 day less<\/strong> in your itinerary in Colombia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This adventure is <strong>not about discovering native culture<\/strong>, even though you can talk to a Mamo and ask your guide questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>There aren&#8217;t many views during the trek<\/strong>, as you&#8217;ll be in<strong> <\/strong>the jungle. 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transform=\"translate(-0.69 -0.679)\" fill=\"#bf665e\"><\/path>\n  <\/g>\n<\/svg><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading postHeaderTitleText\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\"><strong>my best tips for preparing for the trek of  La Ciudad Perdida<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In this section, you&#8217;ll find all the information you need to know what to expect and how to optimize your preparations for your adventure to the Ciudad Perdida. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Is the Lost City trek hard? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-82487\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer will depend on your physical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personally, I found the Ciudad Perdida trek to be of&nbsp;<strong>moderate difficulty<\/strong>. I don\u2019t consider myself a great hiker, but I\u2019d already done treks lasting several days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I imagine the most difficult part for travelers not used to trekking in the jungle will be the&nbsp;<strong>humidity&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong>slippery paths.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be ready to&nbsp;<strong>get wet all the time<\/strong>&nbsp;(sweat or rain).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travelers with&nbsp;<strong>weak ankles and knees<\/strong>&nbsp;might find this trek difficult.&nbsp;<strong>The path is made of dirt and pebbles.<\/strong>&nbsp;It turns into a slippery trail when it rains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>The trek profile: distance and elevation gain<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-city-trek-detailed-map-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-82495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-city-trek-detailed-map-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-city-trek-detailed-map-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-city-trek-detailed-map-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-3-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The total distance of the Ciudad Perdida trek is<strong>&nbsp;60 km<\/strong>, or&nbsp;<strong>15 km per day<\/strong>, which I find reasonable, especially because you\u2019ll only carry a small bag with your personal items (about 6kg).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, it\u2019s not a loop\u2014you\u2019ll go hike back once you\u2019ve reached the lost city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The days are divided as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Day 1:<\/strong>&nbsp;Distance: 9 km | Duration: 4 hours | Difficulty: 6\/10 | Campsite: Casa Alfredo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 2:&nbsp;<\/strong>Distance: 18 km | Duration: 6 hours | Difficulty: 5\/10 | Campsite Casa Paraiso<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 3:<\/strong>&nbsp;Distance: 13 km | Duration: 5 hours | Difficulty: 5\/10 | Campsite: Casa Mumake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 4:<\/strong>&nbsp;Distance: 19 km | Duration: 6 hours | Difficulty: 6.5\/10<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As far as <strong>elevation<\/strong> is concerned, this is not a major concern. You\u2019ll be close to the sea, and the Ciudad Perdida isn\u2019t at a very high altitude\u20141200m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The elevation gain is<strong>&nbsp;around 600 m\/day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>River crossing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-7.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-7-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-7-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s now just&nbsp;<strong>one river&nbsp;<\/strong>to cross on foot (just before climbing the 1200 steps to the Lost City). I was knee-deep in water when I passed through in October (which is supposed to be the rainy season). The crossing was pretty easy to manage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, I\u2019ve seen videos online where the river flow is impressive, and you must wait for it to calm down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Weather and humidity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-6_1.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-6_1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-6_1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-6_1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I guess you don&#8217;t like hiking in the rain. Neither do I, although it can happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>main dry season<\/strong> is from December to March. It rarely rains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In July and August, there&#8217;s another <strong>short dry season<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, every morning, you\u2019ll start hiking with your shirt still wet from the previous day and the sound of your shoes doing&nbsp;<em>Squitch Squitch<\/em>&nbsp;because of the rain and the humidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend taking <strong>evening clothes<\/strong> and <strong>clothes for the day<\/strong> to keep your bag light. You soon get used to everything being sweaty and sticky between you and me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, <strong>humidity can be a challenge when you\u2019re not used to it<\/strong>. You always feel heavy and tired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>When to do the Ciudad Perdida trek: crowds and seasons <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-1-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Crowd control<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most popular hike in Colombia, and many travelers add it to their itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The local agencies are well organized. Groups of <strong>no more than 15 or 20 people<\/strong>, depending on the agency, leave at <strong>regular intervals<\/strong> so that hikers do not concentrate in the same places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>High and low season<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You must also consider the&nbsp;<strong>high season<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From&nbsp;<strong>Christmas to January 15,<\/strong>&nbsp;and for&nbsp;<strong>Holy Week<\/strong>, it will be packed with people. I advise you to book well in advance. The best thing to do is avoid going at this time of year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As requested by the indigenous communities and to allow nature and the energies of these sacred sites to regain peace and quiet, <strong>the trek generally closes in September<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Where will you sleep?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-10.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-10.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-10-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-10-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The campsites during the trek of Ciudad Perdida are correct, with beds, <strong>water, electricity, and toilets<\/strong>! Everything comes by mule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But don\u2019t expect a 5-star hotel.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are 4-6 flush toilets and showers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You share them with the other travelers of the camp.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cold showers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are beds and hammocks with mosquito nets. If no beds are available when you arrive, you&#8217;ll have no choice but to take a hammock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bed sheets are clean.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a good idea to bring earplugs if you&#8217;re a light sleeper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>What to pack in your bag<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When hiking over several days,&nbsp;<strong>every kilo counts.<\/strong>&nbsp;You must only carry what\u2019s necessary for a minimum of comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A 25-30 L bag is ideal for this trek.&nbsp;<\/strong>You can take it smaller, but playing Tetris to close it is annoying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I<strong>nside your day bag:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>4 pairs of socks and 4 pairs of underwear.&nbsp;<\/strong>It is important to put on dry socks to keep your spirits up and avoid blisters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 spare T-shirt.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 long-sleeved t-shirt&nbsp;<\/strong>for the evening (protects against mosquitoes).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 pair of light pants<\/strong>&nbsp;for the evening (protects against mosquitoes).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 pair of flip-flops.&nbsp;<\/strong>Yes, you\u2019ll have to assume the flip-flop+sock style. You\u2019ll befriend with Germans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 Bathing suit.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 Towel.&nbsp;<\/strong>Take one that dries quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 toilet bag&nbsp;<\/strong>with the minimum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 roll of toilet paper.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 waterproof plastic pouch&nbsp;<\/strong>to protect delicate equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insect repellent&nbsp;<\/strong>and sunscreen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anti-diarrhoea medication<\/strong> (you never know).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dressings and bandages&nbsp;<\/strong>for possible blisters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Headlamp.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 rain cover for your bag.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 thick plastic bags&nbsp;<\/strong>(1 to put your dirty laundry, the other to protect your clean things).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1.5 L gourd for water.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Money<\/strong>&nbsp;to buy beers\/snacks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 portable battery charger<\/strong>&nbsp;for recharging electronics at camp.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your outfit for the Lost City Trek:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A comfortable pair of <strong>hiking boots<\/strong>, not new ones to avoid blisters, but with crampons to avoid slipping in the mud.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lightweight hiking long pants that dry quickly.&nbsp;<\/strong>If you don\u2019t care about mosquito bites, you can wear shorts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A merino wool T-shirt.&nbsp;<\/strong>This textile dries quickly and does not retain the smell of perspiration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trekking poles<\/strong> if you have any.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hat<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The raincoat is not useful.<\/strong>&nbsp;It\u2019s too hot to wear it when it rains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A 25-30 L hiking bag.<\/strong> Limit weight to 5-6 kg.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Malaria pills and yellow fever vaccination<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>None of them<\/strong> is obligatory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I don&#8217;t think malaria pills are necessary for a 4-day trek in the Sierra Nevada, especially as the side effects are often quite serious. After that, it&#8217;s up to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, I&#8217;d advise you to vaccinate against yellow fever before you come, as it may be useful in other parts of the country. It&#8217;s a lifelong vaccination \ud83d\ude09.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>The Lost City trek with kids?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Children must be <strong>7 years old<\/strong> to do the Ciudad Perdida trek. If your kids are used to walking, why not bring them along? However, remember that they must carry their backpack like the adults unless you care for them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think carefully before making this decision because once the trek starts, the whole group has to go all the way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Choosing your agency <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-8.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-8.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-8-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-8-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are <strong>only 5 agencies authorized<\/strong> to operate the Lost City trek in Colombia, and they are all based in Santa Marta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 5 operators must <strong>respect the official (and only) price<\/strong> for this experience: <em>2,150,000 COP\/pers for the 4-day option in 2024<\/em>. The others are resellers and there&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;ll pay more than the official price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/partners\/1788-5887\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"83120\">The expert we recommend<\/a><\/strong> is in charge of one of these agencies and we were fully satisfied with his <strong>services and professionalism<\/strong> with : <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>A great organization <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The agency staff and <strong>guides speak perfect English<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You pay a <strong>deposit online<\/strong>, and the balance is<strong> <\/strong>on your departure day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will be asked if you have any <strong>dietary restrictions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Depending on location, a car can <strong>pick you up at your hotel<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During the trek, there are regular stops to <strong>wait for everyone<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once at the camp, you sit at the table and wait for dinner. <strong>You take care of nothing<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>A Good food management<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The food is simple but good, provided in <strong>sufficient quantity<\/strong>, and rich enough to give you the energy you need\u2014there is no need to bring extra food.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are plenty of <strong>snacks along the way<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each camp has a <strong>little shop<\/strong> where you can buy a cold drink. I guarantee you&#8217;ll enjoy it at the end of the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The agency <strong>provides purified water<\/strong> with tablets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Nota : Travelers who are sensitive to stomach aches can take a water filter and an antidiarrhoeal. Personally, I had no problem at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Certifications that prove quality and involvement with local communities<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quality certification&nbsp;<\/strong>NTS standards AV01, NTS AV02, and NTS TS 003. These are standards imposed by the Colombian government to ensure that the agency does a good job.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect for the&nbsp;<strong>environment<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>sustainable tourism.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Member of the&nbsp;<strong>association CorpoTeyuna&nbsp;<\/strong>to help the natives of the Sierra Nevada.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>This is not strictly speaking a cultural tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-4-1.jpg\" alt=\"Lost City in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta - Eastern Caribbean Coast\" class=\"wp-image-82250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-4-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-4-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lost-City-in-Sierra-Nevada-de-Santa-Marta-Eastern-Caribbean-Coast-4-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The indigenous communities<\/strong> living in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta have managed to <strong>preserve their cultures and traditions<\/strong> by staying away from the conquistadors and then modern Man.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They venerate <em>Aluna<\/em>, our Mother Nature, whose heart is represented by the highest peak in the Sierra Nevada: Pico Cristobal Col\u00f3n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They see themselves as <em>our big brothers<\/em> and want to educate us to stop destroying the planet. You can&#8217;t go wrong with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <strong>this experience does not focus on discovering indigenous cultures<\/strong>. But you will have the opportunity to talk to a Mamo (chief) and learn more about the history of the Lost City. During the trek, you will pass close to indigenous villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What&#8217;s more, your <strong>local guide grew up in the Sierra Nevada<\/strong> de Santa Marta. Don&#8217;t hesitate to ask him any questions you might have.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2bb1e209 postAdvice right\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-682d5a7a postAdvicePicture\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-3ccf7bcc\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"262\" height=\"311\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-3ccf7bcc\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adrien-left.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"adrien-left\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adrien-left.png 262w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adrien-left-253x300.png 253w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 262px) 100vw, 262px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-50c90bb4 postAdviceContent\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-91162401 postAdviceContentBloc\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading postAdviceContentTitle\">ADRIEN&#8217;S ADVICE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"postAdviceContentDetails\"><strong>Not sure you want to do the Lost City trek yet? Find more inspiration on our page of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/tours\/santa-marta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"83121\">best things to do in Santa Marta<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"review\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<section class=\"gb-container gb-container-ddbeb640 destSection destReviews\" id=\"destReview\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-61de140b destSectionContainer\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center destTitle\">Traveler Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-95105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tomplanmytrip.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Aymeric-1-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"French couple who traveled to Colombia with Tomplanmytrip | Review\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Hagp-BVnn2g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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