Travelpack

Deposit: £2500 per person

Highlights: Cartagena - Minca  - Taganga - Santa Marta - Ricardito Camp - Teyuna Paraiso Camp

Hotel featured or similar
Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia
Hotel Minca La Casona
Posada Villa Margarita
Ocean Taganga
Hotel Tayromar

Itinerary:
Sun 24 Dec 23 - Cartagena
Arrive at any time.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodation
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher. Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia (or similar) Hotel

Mon 25 Dec 23 - 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.
Opt to pre-book the "Totumo Mud Volcano" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
Cartagena City TourCartagena4h-5hLearn more about Cartagenas history from a bilingual guide on a tour of this lively city. Travel between sights by private transport and visit the clock tower, Plaza Bolivar, and the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas. Take in sweeping views of the city from the hilltop Convento De La Popa and enjoy a walking tour from San Pedro Claver Church to Santo Domingo Church. Free TimeCartagenaAfternoon
Get out and explore this vibrant colonial town. Refuel with some local fare"patacones" or fried plantains are a must!
Accommodation
Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast

Tue 26 Dec 23 - 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.
Free TimeMinca
Enjoy free time to explore the lovely town of Minca. Go looking for unique birds, explore the area on foot or hang out at a local caf by the river.
Private VehicleCartagena Minca 4h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
Hotel Minca La Casona (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast

Wed 27 Dec 23 - 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.
Private VehicleMinca Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona 45m-1h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
HikingParque Nacional Natural Tayrona 3h-4h
Lace up your hiking boots and get to the next stop under your own power.
Tayrona National Park ExcursionParque Nacional Natural Tayrona3h-4h
Get outside with a hike into this beautiful park! Learn more about the rich diversity of Tayrona's natural heritage and explore Tayrona's gorgeous scenery with a local guide. Spend the night surrounded by nature in a lodge close to the park.
Accommodation
Posada Villa Margarita (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Thu 28 Dec 23 - Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada
Spend the day with the Gotshezhy indigenous community. Enjoy a G Adventures-supported lunch prepared by women from the community. Learn about Wiwa customs on a village visit and then lounge in a hammock by the river or opt to explore nearby waterfalls.
Your G for Good Moment: Wiwa Community Visit & Lunch
Visit the Gotshezhy community and enjoy a meal cooked by women from the community with local ingredients. Visit the nearby village where youth from the four indigenous tribes in the region come to school to learn about their cultural customs and languages. Upon entry into the village, experience a soul- cleansing ceremony and learn about traditional customs, stories and handicraft methods from this region. After, jump in the river for a cool dip, visit nearby waterfalls and natural swimming pools, or rest in a hammock and reflect on your accomplishment before returning to Santa Marta. Free TimeParque Nacional Natural Tayrona This evening get to know the area surrounding Tayrona National Park, enjoy the tranquil setting or relax in a hammock.
Accommodation
Posada Villa Margarita (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Fri 29 Dec 23 - Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona/Taganga
In the afternoon, travel from Tayrona to Taganga. Orientation walk with CEO upon arrival.
Private VehicleParque Nacional Natural Tayrona Taganga30m-45m
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Taganga Orientation WalkTaganga
Take a CEO-led orientation walk of this traditional fishing village and get acquainted with the main sites.
Free TimeTaganga
Soak up the Caribbean feel of this coastal town with some free time. Be sure to indulge in the area's fantastic fresh seafood or hang out in one of the many cafs along the beach
Accommodation
Ocean Taganga (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast

Sat 30 Dec 23 - 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.
Free TimeTaganga
Take advantage of free time in this coastal town by relaxing on the beach or exploring the waters with a snorkel.
Private VehicleTaganga Santa Marta15m-30m
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
Hotel Tayromar (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast

Sun 31 Dec 23 - 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.
Free TimeSanta MartaFull Day
Get out and explore.
Accommodation
Hotel Tayromar (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast

Mon 01 Jan 24 - 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. 4x4Santa Marta Machete Pelao Roads? Where this rough-and-ready vehicle's going, we don't need roads.
Lost City Trek Day 1Machete Pelao Ricardito Camp4h-5h7-8km Leave Machete Pelao and start trekking through the jungle along the Buritaca River. Pass by farmland and get a glimpse into daily life in the small communities en route to the campsite. This first day of trekking is relatively straightforward and a good way to ease yourself into it. There is a combination of uphill and flat sections that lead the way to the first campsite. Continue uphill to reach Ricardito Camp, known locally as vista hermosa or beautiful view, sit back and soak them in. If the weather is right, sunsets and sunrises here are not to be missed.
Total distance: 7.6 km.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Tue 02 Jan 24 - 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.
Lost City Trek Day 2Ricardito Camp Teyuna Paraiso Camp8h14-15km
Begin trekking alongside the Buritaca River early in the morning. Pass through more farmland used for growing coffee or raising cattle. Climbing on this part of the trek can be challenging as the route progresses uphill from the riverbed and through the humid jungle. Take a look at the unique, circular huts that make up some of the Kogi villages in the area.
Total distance: 14.7 km
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Wed 03 Jan 24 - 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.
Lost City Trek - Day 3Teyuna Paraiso Camp Mumake Camp8h-9h8-9km
The once-forgotten city is only an hour away and to get there you must climb the 1,200 steps built by the ancient Tayrona people. This is a very steep climb, but the rewards of the climb are more than worth it. Once at the site, the guide will explain the history of the Lost City and what is known of its origins. It is estimated that only 10% of the site has been discovered. Head back to the campsite for lunch and a swim before beginning the trek back the way you came to Mumake Camp. Most of the trek today is downhill which can be hard on the knees, a walking stick might be useful.
Total Distance: 8.6 km
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Thu 04 Jan 24 - 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.
Lost City Trek - Day 4Wiwa Camp Las Cascadas3h-4h8-9km
Head back along the same path through dense green jungle, pass by banana trees, Kogi communities, and grasslands. Continue uphill to reach Las Cascadas Camp, known locally as vista hermosa or beautiful view, sit back and soak them in. If the weather is right, sunsets and sunrises here are not to be missed.
Total distance: 8.6 km
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Fri 05 Jan 24 - 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.
4x4Machete Pelao Santa Marta
Roads? Where this rough-and-ready vehicle's going, we don't need roads.
Lost City Trek Day 5Ricardito Camp Machete Pelao5h-6h7-8km
Continue the hike back down to Machete Pelao following the same route that you took in. The farmland will look familiar, but the scenery remains spectacular. Take in your last views of the jungle and local village life before heading back on the grid.
Total distance: 7.6 km
Accommodation
Hotel Tayromar (or similar) Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Sat 06 Jan 24 - Santa Marta
Depart at any time.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure. Meals included: Breakfast,
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Wiwa Community Visit & Lunch, Gotshezhy
Village
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group.
City tour in Cartagena. Tayrona National Park (excluding February departures) hike with local guide (5hrs). Wiwa Community Visit & Lunch. Taganga Orientation Walk. Trek to the Lost City with indigenous guide (5 days). Guided tour of the Lost City. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Meals Included
13 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow USD245-320 for meals not included.

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