Overview
Immerse yourself in the heart of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and embark on an ancestral journey to the Kogui indigenous community of Tungueka. Hike ancient trails surrounded by lush nature and discover the profound wisdom of these indigenous people who have inhabited the region for thousands of years. This is a unique experience to discover the magic of the Kogui culture and the ancestral wisdom of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. A journey that will fill you with peace, knowledge, and respect for the cultural diversity of our country.
This itinerary is customisable. Let us know at checkout if and how you'd like to personalise the itinerary.
Community support
What you will be doing
Your experience will begin with a private vehicle transfer from Santa Marta to the town of Río Ancho. Along the way, you will appreciate the imposing beauty of the mountainous landscape and the rich biodiversity that the Sierra Nevada harbours. Upon reaching Río Ancho, you will embark on a four-hour trek through a medium-difficulty trail that will take you to the community of Tungueka.
Upon entering Tungueka, you will be greeted with the warmth and kindness of its inhabitants. You will have the opportunity to learn about their ancestral customs, their worldview, and their deep connection with nature. You will tour their traditional homes, built with natural materials and in harmony with the environment, and you will be able to participate in a unique cultural exchange that will allow you to understand the essence of this ancient people.
One of the most special moments of your visit will be the picnic lunch on the banks of the Ancho River. You will enjoy a delicious feast made with fresh local products, while you delight in the sound of the crystal-clear water and the lush vegetation that surrounds you. This experience will allow you to connect with the tranquillity and peace that emanate from this sacred place for the Kogui culture.
Your trip to Tungueka will end with a private vehicle return to Santa Marta. During the journey, you will have time to reflect on the profound cultural experience you have lived and the unique connection you have established with these ancient people.
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: Your hotel
🗺️ Instructions: We will pick you up from your hotel
Things to know
Accessibility:
Children friendly
Fitness requirement
Any fitness level
Tour Language
English
Spanish
License requirement
None
Additional information:
Donation in work materials is included in the trip
Inclusion ✅
Tour guide
Private transportation
Pick up and drop off transport
Water
Lunch
Exclusion ❌
Gratuities
About your host
Impulse TravelWe are the Colombian Changemakers. We believe that real luxury travel is one that forges an authentic connection with a place and its people. Our mission is to create experiences that have a positive impact on the lives of travellers and locals. Our curated experiences are the result of a lot of years of browsing, fine-tuning and iteration to reach the perfect recipe of experiences that meet that purpose.
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