I booked the 5-day tour. Super organization. Accommodation is good you even stay in beds not hammocks. Food was great. Tour guide was top (Makario). Tons of interesting information about the indigenous people and the lost city. You can ask any question. Desirable: more transparency in the description of the tour in terms of group size and people on the trek. There are groups of about 13 people and you are one of about 5 groups walking the trek at the same time (low season). There is not much time to enjoy the nature and take pictures. However, the 5-day tour is rarely booked. You split up on the 4th day and walk a different route. There you are practically alone in nature.

The trek was amazing! Our guide Diego was spectacular and shared so much of his knowledge with us. Also, Pilar, the translator helped a lot to make this experience wonderful. The camps were well organized with clean beds and delicious food. We did the 5 day hike and it was so worth it. The last two days we walked with Diego only and had the whole trail to ourselves. We were crossing the rivers, saw multiple gorgeous waterfalls and ate fruits straight from the trees in the jungle. We recommend this 5 day trek for those that have more time and for families with children. We walked with our 10 y/o daughter and she loved the adventure too!

This was the most surreal, special and amazing experience... highly recommend to anyone coming to Colombia. We had the most organised and knowledgable team we could wish for. Jhoan, Easy, the chef (forgive me I cant remember his name) all made it seem effortless. They timed everything to perfection, and made it really feel like an adventure holiday (we even missed the rain on most days). At Cuidad Perdida itself, we basically had the entire site to ourselves in the morning as other tours hadnt arrived yet - and Jhoan gave the most special and detailed telling of the culture and stories behind the site and it's discovery. The food was AMAZING - our chef was a champion and always made sure we were well fed after a grueling hiking day. Not a single person had tummy issues as you may read in other reviews, and water facilities at each accommodation site were perfect and clean. We did the 5 day tour, which is not the same route back but slower. Jhoan took us a different route back for our extra day and it was well worth it! We spent the 4th day viewing and swimming in magnificent waterfalls with some exciting river crossings. As few others in our original group chose this option, we felt we had the jungle even more to ourselves and it was very memorable. The team also went above and beyond to collect us and drop us off at our hostels (which were on the way). This was the more phenomenal experience and one i will cherish for ever. The Expotur team delivered! Note: for those not fit, it is demanding and a good base level of fitness is required. Having unfit individuals in the group can impact morale of others, as the pace becomes too slow. Bug spray critical!!!

Nice experience in la Sierra Nevada, with breathtaking nature and landscapes as well as interesting contacts with indigenous people. Ida and Samuel (guide and translator) were lovely and helped us to know more about the history of the region. Juan David has been a fast and friendly assistant along the road.

I recently completed a five-day trek to and from the Lost City (Ciudad Perdida) via Expotur in Santa Marta. The experience is at least as much about the journey (surrounded most of the way by majestic nature - old rainforest, rivers and waterfalls - with stunning views, indigenous communities and campesinos along the track, camps in the wilderness, ...) as about the destination itself (mystical Ciudad Perdida). Words or pictures cannot do justice to the beauty of this place: you have to experience it with all your senses. It is a strenuous journey, not because of the miles/km covered or the terrain (both moderately difficult), but because of the heat and humidity: this is a tropical rainforest, after all. There are steep bits (amusingly called Happy Hour!) in sweltering heat and then sudden downpours, both of which will make you feel drenched (but lifesaving fruits or treats await after every tough bit!). The beauty of the forest and then, following a steep ancient staircase, Ciudad Perdida itself, where you can feel why this distant place is sacred, towering amidst the jungle, butterflies, and birds emerging from the trees... it is a spiritual experience. However, the quality of any journey, and especially an adventurous one like this, is measured by your companions and by your guide and support team. And this is what made the journey truly exceptional. First, the guide Dennis, translator Maria, and cook Letiz, and assistant Gomer... one couldn't possibly imagine a better team to lead and support you! They are spectacular and deserve gold medals!! Dennis and Maria were always charming and attentive, the pace was excellent, and they made sure everyone was not just okay and as comfortable as possible, but also having a great time, with stories and jokes along the way... and some delicious treats ready when you needed them! They were always cheerful, sharing knowledge but also spontaneously helping out at the camps, whatever our needs and desires, and along the way on treacherous bits, assisting to cross slippery rocks or a river. Strong, capable, professional, considerate, and humorous, keeping the spirits of the team high, surprising you with treats that seem to emerge from nowhere, and making sure you have the time of your lives. Letiz cooked incredible, hearty food in the midst of the wilderness that everyone enjoyed. The camps were basic with bunk beds and mosquito nets (take extra care, and bring lots of repellant!), but lots of fun, the sounds of the forest around you, close to a river for bathing and relaxing. Tip: bring shades (flash lights at night) and, possibly, ear plugs if you are sensitive to frog choirs! Bringing a pair of rock/amphibious shoes is helpful in the rivers (not necessary, but helpful). I have some back issues, so appreciated the assistance of Gomer and, at the end, Letiz, with carrying half my stuff in a backpack for a reasonable fee (ask at the start), leaving me only a daypack to carry... and no backpain all along! I recommend this service. Also, I felt really lucky having eight wonderful, mutually supportive companions in our "Fellowship" from various places and backgrounds - we called ourselves the Pocahontas, a name that strarted with a story in jest by one on our team. We all became friends quickly and it was hard to part, especially for me after three days, as the other Pocahontas had booked a four-day trek (I definitely recommend the extra day 4 with deep jungle, fantastic river crossings, towering waterfalls, and a lovely extra camp). In summary, I can most warmly (pun intended) recommend the trek, you won't regret it if you are reasonably fit - strenuous, but making memories for life. Thanks to Expotur, and the most amazing star-guide Dennis, Maria, Letiz, and Gomer. Six stars!

The 4 days trip to the Lost City was absolutely amazing. The views were stunning, the hikes were great, the food was really good and our team with our guide Sixto und translator Justin was incredibly fun. The guides were so helpful and made this experience a special one. I absolutely recommend doing this track with expotour - everything worked perfectly. But be prepared to take some good mosquito spray with you!!

The tour was wonderful and very well-organised. Our guide Jhoan was excellent, incredibly professional, with many interesting stories to tell and artefacts to show us. We learnt a lot about the region, the impact of the armed conflict, and the indigenous communities living there. The hikes are demanding but manageable if you are in a good shape and exercise regularly.

We had a truly incredible time on the four day Lost City trek with Expotur. The views were breathtaking (pictures never do them justice!) and everyone from Expotur were so knowledgeable, professional and helpful! On the four day trek, you walk a manageable distance each day and get chances to take in the breathtaking views, go for regular swims in the rivers that you have lunch next to or sleep next to and you get to spend plenty of time at the Lost City site. We thought the showers and accommodation for sleeping were great as bedding is clean and provided and there were little shops where you could buys snacks, beers and lots of other things you might need. Along the way, you stop regularly where you can get drinks and fruit is provided. At night you can fill your water bottles for free and you can also put chance drinks along the way from locals. I am so pleased that we did the trek as it has been a highlight for us on our Comimbia trip and I would definitely recommend to a friend. If you have moderate fitness and love to be out in nature, then do it!! You won’t regret it. If you are lucky enough to have guide Dennys, translator María, guide anssistant Gumor and cook Ledys, then you are in luck because they made the trip truly unforgettable! We learnt so much about the local indigenous communities from them, they always made sure we were ok (despite doing the long walks themselves they’d be handing out coffees and hot chocolates as soon as we’d arrive at camp!) and the food was great (big portions and option for a second helping). We walked with a group of 9 and it was so nice to get to know such a great bunch of people. It is an experience I won’t be forgetting. Thanks so much to everyone who made it happen! #teamPocahontas

We had an amazing time on the trek to the lost city. The hiking was tough and I definitely reached my limits but the nature was stunning and the Ciudad Perdida was super impressive and definitely worth the sweat. Our guides Maria and Cesar Jr. took really good care of us and always made sure everyone was feeling okay and having a good time. They kept up the motivation and spirits at all times :) The food prepared by our cook Wilfredy was excellent and very much needed after the long days of hiking. We had different meals each day and they always made sure everyone got enough to refill their energy stores. The fresh fruit along the way and fresh juices we had with the food were also a highlight.

We heard from many different sources that Expotur had the best guides for the Ciudad perdida trek. So we booked the tour and weren’t disappointed. The trek was not as hard as expected, but you should be prepared for high temperatures with high humidity. Our guides Cesar Jr and our translated Maria made sure that everyone was fine at all times. They made us feel like family. During the trek we had a lot of very nice fruit-stops, where we enjoyed several types of fruits while heaving breathtaking views of the rainforest. The camps where very cozy, they offered free filtered water and the food was amazing. There were so many highlights that it is impossible to mention all of them. I can promise you, that you‘ll love the experience and I must thank our guides Cesar jr, Maria and our cook Piki.

The Lost City tour in Colombia is an unforgettable adventure that immerses you in the rich history and captivating beauty of the country. From start to finish, the tour provides an exhilarating experience that exceeds all expectations. The trek through lush jungles, crossing rivers, and ascending steep mountains is challenging but rewarding. The knowledgeable guides expertly navigate the trails, sharing the fascinating stories behind the ancient ruins and indigenous cultures. The Lost City itself is breathtaking, with its intricate stone terraces and majestic views. The tour also offers a unique opportunity to connect with local communities and truly appreciate Colombia's vibrant heritage. Without a doubt, the Lost City tour is a must-do for any traveler seeking an extraordinary and culturally immersive experience.

I did the five day tour to the Lost City with Expotur. In one word it was unforgettable. Our guide, Jhoan, was cleary very passionate about the Ciudad Perdida and went above and beyond for our group. We learned many things, and we explored many different paths then the other groups that were present, making it extra special. Our translator Santi conveyed all the information to us in English and besides that he was the best companion we could wish for, sharing a lot of knowledge and stories himself. To complete the team there was our cook Angel, who took amazing care of us in the camps and made sure we had everything we needed. The hike through the jungle is amazing in itself and reaching the city is an amazing reward. Very special place to be. Would highly recommend!

I did the 5 day trek to the lost city but it was not listed above. Our guide was Jhoan, translator Santi and cook Angel. I loved the trip. All of the above mentioned crew members were the best tour guides I could have imagined. Very knowledgable about the history and significance of the place and they told us about it from the heart. You could tell that they care about the stories behind it a lot and enjoyed being on the trip too, not only just doing their job but really really engaged with the whole experience. I felt very lucky to be in this group with Jhoan, Santi and Angel.

The lost city trek with Expotur was one of the highlights of our trip through Colombia. Our guide Jorge was excellent and super nice. He gave us so much information about the indigenes and the lost city and answered all our questions. He also took care of a friend, who felt sick and made sure that everyone was fine. Also our translator Andres was amazing! He was very funny and had so much energy. He motivated and entertained us during the trek. The trail was not always easy and it was super hot, but it was worth every step. You should definitely do it while in Santa Marta.

We just came back from an amazing trek to the Lost City with the best team from Expotur! We spend four incredible days in the jungle and the trip was both beautiful and hard 😊 we had nights in both small and large camps and if possible to choose the small camps are by far the best! We felt very well informed and led by the team (Nelson, Juan David, Carlos and Fernando) all worked well both guides, translator and cook. Can’t recommend enough 🤩