Colombia: Not Just For The Intrepid

Danger, adventure and exhilaration. These are some of the words people think about when they consider travelling to Colombia, and the lost city of "Ciudad Perdida" continues to be one of the main attractions that lures intrepid travellers from around the world.

This ancient site is older than Machu Picchu, and almost as well hidden as el Dorado. First discovered in the 1970's, this man made wonder is relatively new and exciting. However to access the city requires a challenging 5 day trek through Colombia's mountainous jungles, involving steep rock climbing, precarious river crossings & culminating in a brutal 1400 step entrance to the lost city.

Obviously an adventure that not everyone is capable of, but this should not deter travellers from visiting the beautiful tropics of Colombia. Although there is no alternative way to reach the city, there are many other stunning sites to behold throughout this magnificent country. Ciudad Perdida aside, there are plenty of "unlost cities" in Colombia begging to be visited by the less adventurous travellers. 

Whether you're looking for some national history in the renowned museums, ready to walk the streets of the towns, curious to try some Colombian cuisine or just hoping to find a relaxing hideaway from the world. So if you're not keen on trekking the jungle, don't just cast Colombia aside, really look at all it has to offer.