For the lost city trek, how many miles and how much elevation change per day? Are you carrying a backpack during the hike?

Hiking days are between 4-6 hours a day, and the highest altitude reached is 1,200 m (3,937 ft) at the Lost City itself. Throughout the trek, you will be required to carry your own gear. One or two changes of clothes is enough to give you a change for each day on the trek. It is possible to hire a mule to carry equipment for the trek, at a cost of 40-50 USD per day.

do i have to share room with somebody

Do note that this tour is based on multi share rooming. Simple hotels (7 nts, some multi-share) , camping (4 nts in hammocks or rustic bunks).

Are flights included in the tour price?

Flights to the destination are not included, the cost is just the tour itself. You must source and book your own flights.

I am from Pakistan. I don't have a visa. How can I come to Colombia for 20 days?

We do not assist with obtaining visas for travel. We recommend using a local visa processing service.

roughly what are the ages of people who do this trip on average? I'm 25 and am curious to know if I'll be the only one my age there

do we take our luggage with us everywhere we go on the trip including the hikes or are there places we store our bags along the way? If there isn't would it be advisable to pack as light as possible?

Caribbean Adventure: the Lost City trek & Medellín

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From Cartagena to Medellin

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Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
Ages 18-39

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Itinerary

Day 1
Cartagena
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Villa Colonial)
Included Activities
- Connect With New Friends
Optional Activities
- Gold Museum Visit (7000 COP per person)
- Palace of Inquisition (Museum) Visit (30000 COP per person)
- Museum of Modern Art (Museo de Arte Moderno) Visit (5000 COP per person)
- Naval Museum of the Caribbean Visit (6000 COP per person)
- Cartagena City Tour
- Islas del Rosario National Park (165000 COP per person)
- Night Exploration on Chiva (45000 COP per person, 50000 COP per group)
Landmarks
Plaza Trinidad
Day 2
Cartagena
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Villa Colonial)
Optional Activities
- Gold Museum Visit (7000 COP per person)
- Palace of Inquisition (Museum) Visit (30000 COP per person)
- Museum of Modern Art (Museo de Arte Moderno) Visit (5000 COP per person)
- Naval Museum of the Caribbean Visit (6000 COP per person)
- Cartagena City Tour
- Islas del Rosario National Park (165000 COP per person)
- Night Exploration on Chiva (45000 COP per person, 50000 COP per group)
Landmarks
San Felipe Fortress
Day 3
Cartagena to Santa Marta
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Tayromar)
Included Activities
- Big Night Out
Optional Activities
- Gold Museum Santa Marta (Free)
- Quinta San Pedro Alejandrino (21000 COP per person)
Day 4
Lost City Trek Day 1
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lost City Trek Day 1
Landmarks
Lost City of Teyuna
Sierra Nevada Mountains
Day 5
Lost City Trek Day 2
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lost City Trek Day 2
Landmarks
Ciudad Perdida
Day 6
Lost City Trek Day 3
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lost City Trek - Day 3
Landmarks
La Ciudad Perdida
Day 7
Lost City Trek Day 4
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lost City Trek - Day 4
Landmarks
El Mamey
Day 8
Lost City Trek Day 5
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Ocean Taganga)
Included Activities
- Lost City Trek Day 5
Landmarks
Machete Pelao
Day 9
Tangaga to Tayrona National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Ocean Taganga)
Included Activities
- Tayrona National Park Excursion
Landmarks
Tayrona National Park
Day 10
Santa Marta to Medellín
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Viajero Medellin)
Optional Activities
- Night out with the group
Landmarks
Medellín
Day 11
Medellín
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at Berracas de la 13)
Accommodation
Hotel (Viajero Medellin)
Included Activities
- Orientation With CEO
- Berracas de la 13 Visit with Lunch
Optional Activities
- Museum visits
- Historical tour
- Paragliding (45-60 USD per person)
- Medellín City Tour (25 USD per person)
- Explora Park (24500-37500 COP per person)
- El Peñol Stone (La Piedra Del Peñol) Visit
- Modern Art Museum (10000 COP per person)
Landmarks
Comuna 13
Day 12
Medellín
Included Activities
- Departure Day

Landmarks
Plaza Trinidad

Landmarks
San Felipe Fortress

Landmarks
Lost City of Teyuna
Sierra Nevada Mountains

Landmarks
Ciudad Perdida

Landmarks
La Ciudad Perdida

Landmarks
El Mamey

Landmarks
Machete Pelao

Landmarks
Tayrona National Park

Landmarks
Medellín

Landmarks
Comuna 13

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Hotel Villa Colonial
Hotel
Days 1, 2
Hotel Tayromar
Hotel
day 3
Ocean Taganga
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Viajero Medellin
Hotel
Days 10, 11

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Desurathan
March 9th, 2026
5
Very well organized and executed with one of the best CEO ‘s we have experienced to date .
Martin
February 19th, 2026
5
Overall, the structure and variety provided by the tour was excellent.
Kassir
February 12th, 2026
4
Overall, the tour was good and enjoyable, but there are several points I’d like to highlight. There was too much...
Overall, the tour was good and enjoyable, but there are several points I’d like to highlight. There was too much free time in places where there was little or nothing to do, or stops so short that it was impossible to organize any meaningful activity. For example, arriving around midday and leaving the next morning at 11 a.m. in locations like Minca or Taganga did not make much sense, as there was not enough time to plan excursions or fully enjoy the destinations. A better approach might have been to stay longer in Santa Marta and offer optional excursions from there for those interested in visiting nearby places such as Taganga or Minca, which are very close. Another issue was the number of local guides in addition to our CEO. This resulted in significant extra expenses due to tipping expectations. The amount of free time throughout the trip also felt excessive. Hotel locations could also be improved, as some were not ideally situated. That said, I want to emphasize that Miguel was an excellent guide. He clearly enjoys his job, and it was a real pleasure traveling with him. The group dynamic was also very good, and we got along very well. Thank you for taking this feedback into consideration.Show more

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Jean
Asked on July 18th, 2024
For the lost city trek, how many miles and how much elevation change per day? Are you carrying a backpack during the hike?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  Hiking days are between 4-6 hours a day, and the highest altitude reached is 1,200 m (3,937 ft) at the Lost City itself. Throughout the trek, you will be required to carry your own gear. One or two changes of clothes is enough to give you a change for each day on the trek. It is possible to hire a mule to carry equipment for the trek, at a cost of 40-50 USD per day.
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Adriana
Asked on July 28th, 2023
do i have to share room with somebody
Accommodation
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2023
  Do note that this tour is based on multi share rooming. Simple hotels (7 nts, some multi-share) , camping (4 nts in hammocks or rustic bunks).
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Barry
Asked on May 18th, 2023
Are flights included in the tour price?
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2023
  Flights to the destination are not included, the cost is just the tour itself. You must source and book your own flights.
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Yvonne
Asked on April 8th, 2023
I am from Pakistan. I don't have a visa. How can I come to Colombia for 20 days?
Visa
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2023
  We do not assist with obtaining visas for travel. We recommend using a local visa processing service.
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Irene
Asked on August 11th, 2022
roughly what are the ages of people who do this trip on average? I'm 25 and am curious to know if I'll be the only one my age there
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  Irene
  Traveler•Written August 2022
  do we take our luggage with us everywhere we go on the trip including the hikes or are there places we store our bags along the way? If there isn't would it be advisable to pack as light as possible?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2022
  We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items and for the Lost City Trek. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. On the Lost City Trek you must carry the gear you require for the trek. Your main luggage will be stored at the hotel, so please bring a day pack (30-40L) to use during the trek. Quick dry clothes are recommended to keep the weight of the bag down.

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