Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City
From AUD $5039 Was AUD $7199
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(20 reviews)
Colombian Culture, Caribbean & Lost City
22 days
Small Group
Budget
Demanding
English
Experience Overview
Embracing nature in Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. Imagine picturesque beaches, busy cities, and the freshest coffee you’ve ever had.
Embracing nature in Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. Imagine picturesque beaches, busy cities, and the freshest coffee you’ve ever had. And you’re only scratching the surface of what’s in store for you on this 22-day trip. Check out the resurgence of culture, art, and food in Bogotá and Medellín, dive deep into the Caribbean vibe of Cartagena, learn about Indigenous culture from the Arhuaco Community at Katanzama, get back to nature in Minca, and trek to ancient Ciudad Perdida (Lost City), known to the locals as Teyuna. Colombia will change you. All you have to do is let it.
Highlights
- Discover the different neighbourhoods of Bogotá
- Savour the tastes and aromas of Colombian coffee
- Learn about the history of Medellín
- Relax on the beach in Santa Marta
- Hike to the Lost City
- Spend time with the Katanzama Indigenous community
- Discover the beauty in Tayrona National Park
Trip Details
22 days
Plane, private van, public bus, 4x4, walking
Small Group
English
Bogotá, Colombia
Santa Marta, Colombia
Budget
Classic
Demanding
Itinerary
Day 1: Bogotá
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2: Bogotá/Armenia
Day 3: Armenia
Day 4: Armenia/Salento
Enjoy exploring Salento and getting a feel for the town.
Day 5: Salento/Medellín
Day 6: Medellín
Day 7: Medellín
Day 8: Medellín/Cartagena
Day 9: Cartagena
Day 10: Cartagena
Day 11: Cartagena/Minca
Day 12: Minca to Tayrona National Park Area
Day 13: Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
Day 14: Tayrona National Park Area / Taganga
Day 15: Taganga/Santa Marta
Day 16: Santa Marta
Use the day to soak up some sun or make any last minute purchases before starting the big trek.
Day 17: Santa Marta/Ricardito Camp
Day 18: Ricardito Camp/Teyuna Paraiso Camp
Day 19: Paraiso Camp to Mumake Camp
Day 20: Mumake Camp to Las Cascadas Camp
Day 21: Santa Marta
Day 22: Santa Marta
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $7199
Duration: 22 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Demanding
Embracing nature in Colombia and the Caribbean is like nowhere else on Earth. Imagine picturesque beaches, busy cities, and the freshest coffee you’ve ever had.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 18 Oct 2025
Customer Reviews
04/23/2024
I loved Colombia! What a gem! thoroughly enjoyed my trip and wished I had left more time afterwards to explore. So I’m literally going back!
04/21/2024
The hike to the lost city was the highlight of my trip
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
04/23/2024
I loved Colombia! What a gem! thoroughly enjoyed my trip and wished I had left more time afterwards to explore. So I’m literally going back!
04/21/2024
The hike to the lost city was the highlight of my trip
04/17/2024
Very nice experience, super nice group (all 3 of them) and same applies for the guides. Made some good memories that I will carry for the rest of my live.
05/12/2024
Each trip was a stand alone. An enjoyable way to travel . Having accommodation ,transport, activities taken care of makes travelling more enjoyable .
02/04/2024
Very good experience. Colombia was safe, cheap, sunny and a great adventure. The CEO’s were both very nice people who looked after us very well.
02/03/2024
Great three-week trip encompassing all of Colombia - from jungle to city and countryside to beaches. Hugo was knowledgeable about various pertinent parts of history and was quick to sort out queries. The Lost City was a highlight. Hard work but incredibly...
02/01/2024
We had a fantastic three week tour of Colombia! We appreciated all of the planning and support provided by G-Adventures, every step of the way. We learned a lot about the history, geography and culture of all of the regions we visited. Our CEO's (Chi...
01/28/2024
Our trip ran three separate tours consecutively. All had their own character and changing participants. We liked them all and look forward to our next trip with G adventures.
01/27/2024
Fantastic. Highly recommend this tour! You definitely need to be energetic to keep up on this one ??
01/21/2024
Good trip. Disasterous start, felt we were ripped off at a New Year Eve’s event (COP250k for what?). Cant believe that all hotels were booked up in Armenia, did someone forget to book! Trip to Filandia was also questionable. $14 each to walk around a tow...
01/16/2024
Hugely enjoyable, met some fantastic people, and fell in love with Colombia! Saw many different places and had so many new experiences I will never forget. Exhausted but happy!
01/06/2024
I had an amazing tour and saw aspects of Colombia I didn't expect, but really enjoyed. It was a good mix of adventure and learning about both the geography and the culture of the country. It's a great tour if you enjoy trying a variety of differe...
12/05/2024
Colombia was a beautiful country I didn't know I would fall in love with. The people, the culture, the history, and our guides were all fantastic. They did a really good job to experience the hardships the country has faced and the work that is being...
12/04/2024
For me it was the first trip with g adventures and the first organised trip in a group. My experience was extremely positiv. I really liked the tour, the country and the CEOs. I will recommend g adventures to my friends and family and im sure that I book...
12/04/2024
I had such a great time on this tour through Colombia. Good itinerary and paste. Mostly good hotels, sometimes really beautiful ones (as in Armenia and the Tayrona National Park). Also Colombia is such a great country with beautiful landscapes and joyful...
11/28/2024
I loved this tour, it’s definitely in my top favourites. I know tourism is still relatively new but these guides helped me learn so much in just a few weeks. It won’t be my last trip to this beautiful country!
11/12/2024
Colombia-Amazing,colourful,fun,hot and full of mosquitos:-)
11/07/2024
Very enjoyable tour
11/05/2024
If you want to see all sides of Colombia and learn more about the history and development of this country this is the right tour! Simply love Colombia, the people, the colorful cities, the nature and the history!
10/29/2024
Great. I felt looked after by my guides. Comfortable in my accommodation. Smooth in my transportations. And these 3 aspects allowed me to focus on my experience of the country I was visiting
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