Hotel in El Rodadero before and after the Lost City trek

About the Lost City (Teyuna)

What it is and what to do

Teyuna, known as the Lost City (Ciudad Perdida), is a National Archaeological Park in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, within the Kogui-Malayo-Arhuaco Reserve, managed by ICANH.

It can only be reached on foot, on a multi-day trek with authorized companies, which ends with a stairway of about 1,200 steps.

• •Archaeological park hours: 7:00 to 15:00, continuous (ICANH).
• •It is a demanding hike, with long days in the mountains and jungle: you need to be in good physical condition.
• •ICANH closes the park in some seasons; in 2026 it closed from October 1 to 15. The 2027 dates have not been published yet.
• •ICANH contact: teyuna@icanh.gov.co.

Information verified on 2026-11-07. Opening hours, fees and closures can change: confirm with the operator before you go. Official site

Photos of Lost City (Teyuna)

Stone terraces in the jungle · Illustrative image · AI

Stone staircase through the jungle · Illustrative image · AI

Trail beside a mountain river · Illustrative image · AI

Misty Sierra Nevada mountains · Illustrative image · AI

Hammock camp under a palm roof · Illustrative image · AI

Mountain river among rocks and ferns · Illustrative image · AI

Your base in El Rodadero

350 meters from the beach

Hotel Taybo Kai is a 4-star hotel in the heart of El Rodadero, with 26 rooms, 24-hour reception and private parking. 350 meters from Playa El Rodadero and 250 from the boardwalk, with restaurants less than a block away. Every room has air conditioning, a private bathroom, a TV and free WiFi; the family rooms sleep up to 5.

• 350 m

  Playa El Rodadero

• 4

  Stars

• In every room

  Air conditioning

• 24/7

  Reception

Not included in the rate: breakfast (Buffet or continental, $20.000 COP extra per person) · airport transfer ($35.000 COP per transfer (up to 4 people) to/from Simón Bolívar Airport) · parking (Private, $15.000 COP per day).

FAQ

• How many days does the Lost City trek take?

  Between 4 and 6 days, according to colombia.travel, always with one of the authorized companies that operate the route.

• Can I leave luggage at the hotel during the trek?

  Message us on WhatsApp with your dates and we will check. The hotel has luggage storage with a bathroom and shower for your departure day.

• Does the Lost City have closures?

  Yes. ICANH closes the park in some seasons (in 2026, from October 1 to 15). Check the ICANH website before booking the trek.

• Where is Hotel Taybo Kai?

  At Carrera 2 # 5-60, El Rodadero, Santa Marta, 350 m from Playa El Rodadero (about a 4-minute walk).

• How much is a night at the hotel?

  Rooms start at $150.000 COP per night. Subject to availability · terms and restrictions apply · not valid on Colombian long weekends or high season.

• Is breakfast included?

  Breakfast (buffet or continental) is available at an extra cost of $20.000 COP per person and is not included in the room rate.

• Does the hotel rate include tickets or tours?

  No. The hotel rate covers accommodation only; tickets, tours and transport to visit the Lost City (Teyuna) are paid separately. Message us on WhatsApp if you have questions before your trip.