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Tour to San Basilio de Palenque - African village

Location Cartagena, Caribbean Coast, Colombia
$137
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

San Basilio de Palenque stands as a testament to the first free people in America, offering a rich tapestry of history, culture, and culinary delights. This immersive journey invites you to explore significant monuments while savoring the authentic flavors of local cuisine.

  • 🏷️ Full-Day Cultural Tour: Includes a guided visit to the heart of San Basilio de Palenque, complete with lunch and beverages.
  • 🛵 Convenient Pickup: Enjoy hassle-free transportation from Cartagena, with a pickup window starting at 8:00 AM.
  • 🗿 Visit the monument of Benkos Bioho, an African leader who was pivotal in the community's quest for freedom.
  • 📚 Learn the basics of the Palenquero language during your visit to the Culture House, enriching your understanding of the local heritage.
  • 🥊 Explore the monument dedicated to Antonio Cervantes, known as Kid Pambelé, a celebrated Colombian boxing champion.
  • 🌿 Gain insights into traditional herbal medicine practices at a local spot, connecting you to the community's ancestral knowledge.
  • 🍽️ Delight in a locally prepared lunch featuring award-winning dishes, including fish with coconut rice and fresh salad.
  • 💃 Experience the vibrant rhythms of African music with a native dance performance, immersing yourself in the cultural essence of Palenque.
  • 🧊 Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water provided throughout the tour.
  • 🌍 This tour lasts approximately 7 hours, allowing ample time to soak in the rich culture and history of this unique village.

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Tour to San Basilio de Palenque - African village
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours

  • Lunch
  • Beverages-just one
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

  • San Basilio De Palenque
    Transfer from the city of Cartagena to the corregimiento of San Basilio de Palenque at 8:00
  • San Basilio De Palenque
    Arrive to Palenque at 9:30 and Visit to the native House, where the history of the first free American people, their customs, culture, economy is told and how has been the development of Palenque
  • San Basilio De Palenque
    Visit the square and the monument of Benkos Bioho.
  • San Basilio De Palenque
    Walking Tour through the streets of the town where you can see the old palenques "houses" where people still live and graffitis made by locals
  • San Basilio De Palenque
    Enjoy the local gastronomy having a delicious fish with coconut rice and green salad made by local who won an award for the best cookbook in the world.
  • San Basilio De Palenque
    At the end we will enjoy of dancing of natives where we can see the african music style and rhythms and share with them
  • Cartagena
    Back to cartagena around 1 pm to be at 2. 30 pm at the Hotel

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    Tour to San Basilio de Palenque - African village

    Location Cartagena, Caribbean Coast, Colombia
    $137
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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