Category: Trekking

Guide to the Lost City Trek Colombia or Ciudad Perdida Tour, has been at the top of my ‘to do’ list since I arrived in Colombia. Despite reading a lot of different blogs and speaking to others I still felt unsure what to expect leading up to the trek. So, to help you be as prepared as you can for taking on this challenging hike here is my complete guide to The Lost City Trek. The Colombia Lost City Trek The Ciudad Perdida trek is a 46 km (28 miles) hike through the Sierra Nevada mountains. It is a jungle trek, so think hot and humid! After day one you will be completely ‘off road’ and the only mode of transport other than your legs is a mule. The Ciudad Perdida hike takes you through the jungle to visit the abandoned city known locally as ‘Teyuna’. It is believed that the city was founded in 800 CE (FYI that’s 650 years before Machu Picchu). The Lost City was ‘rediscovered’ in 1972 by a father and son who began to loot the site. After the ancient artifacts began to appear on the black market Colombian Archeologists found out about the site and began reconstruction, which was finished in 1982. What is the food link on the Lost City Trek? As a vegetarian food on tours is always a bit of an issue for me. When you are doing something this physical you need to be well fed to sustain your energy. I can honestly say that I was really, really well fed over the 3 days. In fact, I was so well fed I didn’t eat my snacks! I ended up giving away all my snacks as I didn’t want to carry them around anymore. We had a whole catering team who

Colombia and Peru two paradises for trekking you can't forget. Trekking is an activity that is gaining more and more followers due to its exciting mix of sport and appreciation of nature. Throughout South America there are countless places where these unforgettable and demanding journeys can take place; You can get closer to the trekking places through a bus tour, and make the whole journey an experience worthy of being told or repeated. For lovers of trekking, difficult terrain and long hours of walking are rewarded with stunning views and a beautiful natural environment. So if you are thinking of taking a tour of Colombia or Peru, here we will show you the best destinations to carry it out. Colombia: the best jungle landscapes Colombia's privileged location on the continent offers various environments that allow you to travel back in time and provide unique experiences. For lovers of trekking, the options are almost endless: from savannas to snow-capped mountains or the jungle. To help you make the right decision, here are two of the best destinations: Mavecure hills If you want to have an unforgettable experience surrounded by a unique landscape, these hills are the best option. This hidden place located in the southeast of Colombia, near the borders of Brazil and Venezuela, hides a series of imposing granite monoliths bordered by trails with streams and vegetation typical of the region. The climbing path is about 300 meters and is considered of medium difficulty. Iit is an experience that every adventurer will appreciate. They stand out not only for their incredible views but for the culture of the indigenous communities in the area. They are the ones that authorize the passage of travelers.   Lost City Colombia This is one of the most famous trekking and ecological routes in Colombia.