Teykú Indigenous Village
- Duration: 9 Hours (approx.)
- Location: Santa Marta, Colombia / South America
- Product code: Teyku
We will bring along a few coloring books and pencils as presents for the children on your behalf, along with some coffee and corn flour for the adults.
Collected from your Santa Marta hotel at 08:00 am you’ll enjoy a relaxing 50 min drive to a small settlement called Calabazo. Stopping here, you’ll enjoy a coffee and a good stretch before setting off on foot through some rugged terrain towards Tayrona Park. Trekking mostly uphill for 80-90 minutes you'll be treated to breathtaking vistas that surround us, including towering trees, indigenous wildlife, lush greenery, and unparalleled views of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains.
Arriving at this small indigenous village the first thing you’ll notice will be the stone paths and beautiful circular dwellings with thatch roofs. With a community ranging in numbers from 60 to 80 people, you’ll be interacting with those both young and old, including the mamo (spiritual leader) of this small population of Kogui indigenous.
Enjoying, up to two hours strolling through the village admiring its unique architecture and delving into the history and ethnicity of this remarkable culture that has remained unaltered for centuries. You’ll discover not only the unique culture of the Kogui indigenous but also a wonderful feeling of contributing, if only in a small way, to the preservation of their heritage and giving a magical insight into the past.
Next, it’s back down the track to Calabazo for a late lunch before taking the journey back to Santa Marta, and a relaxing evening with some wonderful photos and memories that will last you a lifetime.
What's included?
- Pickup and Drop-off from your Santa Marta accommodation
- Private Air-conditioned transportation
- Bilingual Guide
Exclusions
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the plan
- Experiences and transportation not mentioned in the plan
- Personal expenses and tips
