Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen

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It makes a unique handmade piece with materials from the area by the hand of native women of the community.

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Highlights

  • Learn fish scale processing techniques.
  • Turn coconuts into unique handcrafted pieces.
  • Customized creations: each piece is different.
  • Interaction with wise women in the community.
  • Take home a self-made souvenir.

Description

You will have the opportunity to learn several innovative techniques for transforming fish scales, as well as the exciting process of turning coconut into unique and personalized pieces. During this experience, you will be able to take home a beautiful souvenir, completely made by yourself, which adds sentimental value to your creation. What makes this activity truly unique is that there will never be a piece the same; each of your creations will bear your personal stamp, reflecting your imagination and talent. In addition, you will have the opportunity to be in direct contact with knowledgeable women from the community, who generously share their knowledge and skills, enriching your experience and connection with the local culture. Not only will you learn craft techniques, but you will also enjoy a meaningful cultural exchange, which will make your memory even more special. This activity is a celebration of creativity and community!

Includes

native Spanish speaking local guide bilingual local guide (English or French if required) typical boat mangrove tour Natural water coconut experience with native afrodescendant women handicrafts workshop experience with native fisherman in the canoe transportation from the hotel to the community and viceversa

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
Cartagena: handicraft workshop with flakes and coconut guided by local craftswomen
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