Lost City Colombia 4 days tour | Sierra Nevada Trekking

What to Know Before Your Lost City Colombia Tour 4 days. 

Physical preparation: Before booking, assess your fitness level honestly. This trek covers approximately 60 km over 4 days in warm, humid conditions with demanding inclines. You don't need to be an athlete but you should be in good health and ready for sustained physical effort. Building up your walking endurance in the weeks before departure makes a genuine difference.

Dietary needs & medical conditions: If you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, please notify us in advance so we can prepare suitable meals. If you have allergies, injuries, or specific medical conditions, you must inform us at the time of booking. Bring any personal medication guides are not authorized to administer medication on the trail.

Health: The yellow fever vaccination is recommended as a preventive measure when traveling to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta rainforest region. Bring a water bottle with a minimum capacity of 1.5 litres for the first day. You will be able to refill it with potable water at the campsites at no additional cost. Stay hydrated and conserve energy by walking at a steady pace.

Documents: Colombian travelers must carry their national ID. Foreign travelers must bring their passport. Carry a photocopy on the trail and leave the original document secured at your hotel.

Pack light: You carry your own backpack for 60 kilometers. Every unnecessary item adds weight,  keep it minimal. Extra luggage can be stored free of charge at our office or at Machete Pelao. 

Clothing and equipment: Wear proper trekking boots or footwear with good grip, as the terrain may be wet and slippery. Bring sandals to rest at the camps. During the day, wear light and breathable clothing. At night, use long trousers and a long-sleeved shirt to protect yourself from cooler temperatures and mosquitoes. Don't forget the list of what to bring to the lost city.

On the way: Always stay with the group and follow your guide's instructions. Respect indigenous and farming communities, do not enter homes or photograph without permission. Do not litter, damage structures, or use unnecessary single-use plastics. The use of drugs or excessive alcohol is strictly prohibited. Cash is the only payment method available at camp shops on the route. 

Security: Do not bring valuables, and remember you are responsible for your personal belongings during the entire expedition.

Connectivity: There is no stable mobile signal for most of the trek. Inform family and friends you'll be offline for four days. Arrive with all devices fully charged and bring a power bank.

Why us: There are many agencies, but not all are authorised tour operators. Not all have 20 years of experience on this route. Not all are certified in sustainability. Not all work with guides who grew up in the mountains. Our guides do more than lead the trail. They become part of your family in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. If another agency offers you a lower price, do not hesitate to contact us.