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Discover San Basilio de Palenque on a day trip from Cartagena. Meet local musicians, taste traditional dishes, and learn about the history of the first free town in the Americas.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the rich culture of San Basilio de Palenque
• Discover the birthplace of Afro-Colombian culture on a day trip
• Meet local musicians and enjoy a community-led music performance
• Taste traditional dishes and visit artisan workshops
• Learn about the history and struggle of the Palenqueros

Description

Discover San Basilio de Palenque, the birthplace of Afro-Colombian culture, on a full-day trip from Cartagena. Meet local musicians, taste traditional dishes, visit artisan workshops, and enjoy a community-led music performance. Learn about the culture, roots, and struggle of the Palenqueros to obtain their freedom, ensuring that their cultural and indigenous traditions continue to be a significant legacy for Colombia and the world. Explore the streets of San Basilio de Palenque, visit iconic places, and discover a museum dedicated to Afro-Colombian heritage. Enjoy a respectful cultural immersion with a certified local guide and return transport from Cartagena.

Includes

Round-trip transportation from the meeting point in Cartagena. Certified local guide in Spanish, English, and your native language. Musical performance led by the community. Entrance to community activities. Visit to artisan workshops. Traditional lunch prepared by the community. Visit to the museum dedicated to Afro-Colombian heritage. Visit to the village shaman. Insurance during tourist activities.

Important Information

• Respectful cultural immersion Learn about the culture, roots, and struggle of the Palenqueros

Easy cancellation

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