Featured tours in the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta

The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is a unique destination that offers the possibility to immerse yourself in experiences that transcend conventional tourism, giving travelers the opportunity to live an exchange of knowledge and cultures with local indigenous communities.

When you visit, you will not only discover the scenic beauty of the region, but you will also witness the day-to-day life of the Host communities, who share their stories, knowledge and the importance of responsible use of natural resources.

From visits to ceremonial houses to talks with community members, handicrafts and spiritual cleansing, each activity is designed to generate a deep cultural exchange, revaluing the customs and the native language making tours to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta a unique experience.

1. Lost City Teyuna: the ancestral legacy of the Tayrona.

The Lost City, also known as "Teyuna" or "Buritaca", represents the foundations of the ancestral identity of the region. This archaeological treasure, located in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, offers a 4-day itinerary at a cost of COP 2,150,000.

Location of the Lost City

The tour includes:

• Day 1: Departure from Santa Marta to Mamey, followed by a hike to camp 1, where you will spend the night in hammocks or beds with mosquito nets.

• Day 2: Hike to the Mutanzi indigenous village, swim in the Buritaca River, lunch at camp 2, and arrival at camp 3 to spend the night.

• Day 3: Visit to the Lost City and exploration of the archaeological site, followed by a return to Paraiso Teyuna camp and hike to camp 2 for the night.

• Day 4: Return to Mamey and departure to Santa Marta or the traveler's final destination.

2. Kutanzama (Katanzama): a day with the Arhuacos

This one-day tour to an Arhuaca community located between the Don Diego and Palomino rivers costs between $175,000 and $350,000.

Location of Katanzama

The experience includes:

• Conversations with Mamo Camilo or members of the community. • Delivery of insurance and planting of a tree in gratitude to nature.

• Visit to the ceremonial house and contemplation of the sacred tree.

• Walk along the beach and visit to sacred sites.

3. Gotsezhy: immersion in Wiwa culture

Lasting 1 or 2 days, this tour takes you to a Wiwa settlement founded by the respected Mamo Ramon Gil. Costs vary between $600,000 and $900,000, offering:

Location of Gotsezhy

• Day 1: Departure from Santa Marta to Guachaca, trekking to the community, welcome talk, traditional lunch, visit to the Matuna Waterfall, and practical workshop on backpack weaving.

• Day 2: Tour around Gotsezhy, immersion in Wiwa culture and traditions, lunch, and return hike.

4. Bunkuany: the New Lost City

This one-day tour to "the New Lost City", with a cost of $400.000 to $800.000, includes:

• Trekking through jungle trails to the ruins.

• Welcome talk and exploration of the terraces.

• Traditional lunch and recommendations for the return trip.

For those interested in planning this unforgettable adventure, at www.tumap.travel we offer multiple plans to visit indigenous communities and explore the cultural and natural wealth of each tour in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Discover more about these unique experiences through the following links:

Visit one of the most outstanding hidden treasures of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, archaeological heritage of Colombia, The Lost City Tayrona

Also learn about the travel agencies operating in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, outstanding in indigenous tourism -> Wiwa Tours Travel Agency and El Mundo Kogui

Plan your next trip with awareness, adventure and respect. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta awaits you to reveal its deepest secrets and to show you the beauty of a life in harmony with nature and ancient traditions.