Taironaka

Taironaka is an ecological and archeological reserve within Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta inaugurated on June 15 2008. There, are the remains of a Tayrona settlement. Leave early-morning for 1.5hrs along highway to Guajira. Cross various rivers until arriving at Taironaka. In the midst of all nature is the Tayrona heritage. There are pathways, terraces, stairways, aqueducts and a ceremonial house that shows how Tayrona people lived and Kogui, their ancestors, continue living. Embrace Macondo tree, the largest type in the region and absorb its energy. Visit small museum where Tayrona’s urns, flutes, axes, ceremonial dishes and arrows are displayed.

Koguis inhabit region in nearby river-basins and ecotourism is organized so it benefits these indigenous group reservations and allows them to remain true to their lifestyle and culture.

Trekking To Arrecife & Cabo San Juan

Leave from Cañaveral, walking-through the forest vegetation and its different microclimates. There are Birds in abundance and on some occasions is possible to see monkeys playing on the trees. After 45min-hike arrive at Arrecifes Beach, one of the park’s most scenic and beautiful areas, will astound you with its beautiful landscape with a restless sea crashing onto huge ocean boulders. Continue walking-along the coast to "La Piscina", a natural calm stretch of beach ideal for bathing. Then, head onto El Cabo de San Juan de Guía which leaves an indelible mark on your memory due to its enormous boulders. Enjoy some time on the beach to rest or take a bath. Return to Cañaveral in the afternoon.

All Day Mini Trekking To Pueblito

Leave early-morning from Cañaveral in Tayrona National Park, to a little town called ‘Calabazo’. Begin hike along pathway that leads to ‘Pueblito’ through foothills offering spectacular views with immense rocks, exuberant vegetation. Upon arrival to Pueblito of incredible cultural importance, there’s the feeling of being at the heart of Tayrona’s civilization. The tropical flora and eerie silence seem appropriate here amongst ruins of terraces, homes, bridges, and stairways that lead to the beach, are witnesses to Tayrona civilization. Additionally, 2hr-walk continues to Cabo San Juan de Guía Beach, enjoy some time on the beach to rest or bathe. After lunch, the walk continues for 45 minutes to Cañaveral.

Over Flight Lost City

Thirty-minute helicopter flight from Tayrona National Park to Lost City.

Lost City or Teyuna is located at the base of Bolivar and Colon Peaks, within Tayrona National Park and is surrounded by an exuberant nature, a perfect habitat for various bird species. Lost City was the most important urban center of the ancient Tayrona culture. The city, a true piece of engineering, was built on a system of terraces connected by stone paths and supported by a canal circuit. At the time, the population lived in circular stone houses with thatched roofs on about 250 terraces. Today’s inhabitants, such as the Kogui, Arawak and Wiwa, are direct descendants of the Tayrona and continue to preserve their traditions.

 

Flight back to Tayrona National Park