Archaeology

Archaeological hike: the Tayrona cave

Jungle, viewpoints, monkeys and a sacred cave of the ancient Tayrona, with a local guide.

  • Duration3 to 4 hours
  • DifficultyMedium
  • FromCOP 150,000
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Archaeological hike: the Tayrona cave – Jasayma Parque Tayrona

What you'll experience

  • Sacred Tayrona cave

    Climb down into a large natural cave sheltered by a rock of up to 10 tonnes, with original pottery and pieces.

  • Lookout over the Caribbean

    A one-hour climb through the forest to a lookout facing the sea and the Sierra Nevada.

  • Wildlife on the way

    Howler, capuchin and titi monkeys, sloths, colourful frogs and local birds.

  • Expert local guide

    The story of the ancient Tayrona and the Sierra peoples, told by someone from here.

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Trail photos taken by the Jasayma team.

Itinerary

  1. The route

    • One-hour climb to the main viewpoint, with time for photos
    • Rest at the viewpoint
    • Jungle walk spotting sloths, capuchin, howler and tití monkeys
    • Birdwatching
    • Arrival at an ancient Tayrona ruin considered sacred
    • Descent into a large natural cave protected by a boulder of up to 10 tons
    • Remains, ceramics and original pieces preserved by a conservation project of over a decade

✓ Included

  • Expert local guide
  • Guided eco-hike
  • Wildlife spotting on the route
  • Access to the protected archaeological cave

✗ Not included

  • Transport from Santa Marta
  • Tayrona Park entrance fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Closed trail shoes
  • Water (at least 1 liter)
  • Repellent and biodegradable sunscreen
  • Small flashlight for the cave

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