Ciudad Perdida Packing List - The Colombian Way

This list applies to our Cuidad Perdida tours from Santa Marta and Taganga.

Comfortable worn-in walking shoes with good traction
Light and cool clothes for the daytime trekking
Warmer layers with long sleeves for the nights
Rucksack with a large bin liner for your clothes
Mosquito repellent. We recommend Nopikex (DEET) and Bacterion (herbal) both of which can be purchased in Colombian pharmacies
High calorie snacks such as energy bars, Kendal mint cake, chocolate and bananas
A water bottle, the water in the mountains streams is on the whole potable, your guide will advise accordingly
A lightweight waterproof
Torch
Toilet paper

Do not underestimate how cool the evenings can become, pack accordingly
Be prepared to get muddy
Try to get as much rest as possible during the nights. The treks are at times long and arduous
A yellow fever vaccination is recommended for this trip
Respect the environment, don’t leave something that was not already there, and don’t take plants, rocks etc.
Respect the indigenous people, you are a guest on their land
Take all litter to the next destination and dispose of it correctly