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Discover the heart of Colombia’s Pacific coast on a guided tour of Nuquí. Explore the Melele Museum, wander through neighborhoods, and learn about the local plants and traditional beverages.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Nuquí, Chocó
• Discover the vibrant blend of Afro-descendant and Indigenous traditions
• Explore the Melele Museum and uncover the history of Chocó
• Wander through picturesque neighborhoods and see stilt houses
• Learn about the local plants and traditional beverages of the Pacific

Description

Begin your journey with an introduction to local life, highlighting how Afro-descendant and Indigenous roots have shaped Nuquí’s identity. Through stories, music, and customs, uncover how African heritage blends with Indigenous legacies to create a vibrant cultural mosaic. Next, head to the Melele Museum, a space dedicated to preserving the historical and cultural memory of Chocó. Discover traditional artifacts, testimonies, and narratives that reveal the history of colonization, struggles for resistance, the role of spirituality, and the significance of community life in shaping identity. Continue through picturesque and little-known neighborhoods, where every detail reflects the community’s relationship with its environment: wooden stilt houses adapted to the tides; the pier, a center of trade and gathering; artisanal fishing as a way of life; and the morros—the forested hills that frame the horizon, reminding us that Nuquí is also a land where mountains embrace the sea. Explore the ecosystems surrounding Nuquí—rainforests, mangroves, rivers, and beaches—and the species that inhabit them. Learn about the role of corals and mangroves in protecting the coastline, as well as the extraordinary biodiversity that includes tropical birds, amphibians like the iconic harlequin frog, and the ocean’s giants: the humpback whales that travel thousands of kilometers each year to give birth in these warm waters. Finally, immerse yourself in the gastronomy of the Pacific. Learn about local plants and traditional beverages that preserve ancestral memory: viche, an Afro-Colombian sugarcane spirit, and curao, a medicinal and spiritual infusion that symbolizes the sacred bond between community and nature. These culinary traditions form part of the intangible heritage that defines the region’s cultural pride.

Includes

Guided tour of Nuquí Visit to Melele Museum Exploration of local neighborhoods Nature exploration Gastronomy experience

Important Information

• The tour involves walking through various terrains. Weather can be humid and warm, dress accordingly. Bring cash for any personal purchases.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund