Immerse yourself in the local craft and artisan culture of Cartagena with a Coconut Handicraft Workshop. Support the amazing project of ‘Mothers head of the family and their coconuts’ and learn how to make your own souvenirs. Discover the fascinating process and the inspiring women behind these unique coconut handicrafts.
Immerse yourself in the local craft and artisan culture of Cartagena with a Coconut Handicraft Workshop. Support the amazing project of ‘Mothers head of the family and their coconuts’ and learn how to make your own souvenirs. Discover the fascinating process and the inspiring women behind these unique coconut handicrafts.
- La Boquilla - First, you’ll be transported to La Boquilla where you’ll receive a warm welcome from the ‘coconut-ladies’ who will introduce you to the craft of creating keepsakes from coconuts. You’ll be given the chance to craft your own keepsake using pre-prepared coconut pieces. While engaging in this activity, you’ll enjoy a refreshing coconut…
- La Boquilla - First, you’ll be transported to La Boquilla where you’ll receive a warm welcome from the ‘coconut-ladies’ who will introduce you to the craft of creating keepsakes from coconuts. You’ll be given the chance to craft your own keepsake using pre-prepared coconut pieces. While engaging in this activity, you’ll enjoy a refreshing coconut drink in a traditional beachside eatery at La Boquilla.\n\nOnce you’ve completed your personalized handcrafted souvenir, you’ll have the opportunity to take a dip in the Caribbean Sea before returning to your accommodation.
- Introduction to the World of Coconut handcrafts
- Expert guide in English or Spanish
- Cold Coconut Refreshment
- Hand crafted coconut souvenir
- Transfer City Centre/La Boquilla/ City Centre (using public transportation)
- Impulse insurance
- Introduction to the World of Coconut handcrafts
- Expert guide in English or Spanish
- Cold Coconut Refreshment
- Hand crafted coconut souvenir
- Transfer City Centre/La Boquilla/ City Centre (using public transportation)
- Impulse insurance
- Unspecified food and beverage
- Personal expenses or tips
- Unspecified food and beverage
- Personal expenses or tips
Explore La Boquilla and contribute to a remarkable initiative: The Madres-Cabeza de Familia y sus Cocos project (Mothers as head of their households and their coconuts). Established by a group of 7 women in 2008, this endeavor began with a crafts class funded by the ProBoquilla NGO. Presently, they craft an array of items from coconuts, including…
Explore La Boquilla and contribute to a remarkable initiative: The Madres-Cabeza de Familia y sus Cocos project (Mothers as head of their households and their coconuts). Established by a group of 7 women in 2008, this endeavor began with a crafts class funded by the ProBoquilla NGO. Presently, they craft an array of items from coconuts, including jewelry, silverware, carriers, vases, belts, and additional adornments, and are eager to share their skills in creating these unique souvenirs with you.
Crafting these items is not a simple task; extensive labor and time investment is necessary. Initially, the coconuts undergo a soaking, cleansing and cutting procedure, stretching over several hours. Subsequent to this is the polishing stage, an intense part of the process that necessitates multiple intervals for rest. Even though the creation of these products is labor-intensive, the end results are compelling. What makes the coconut crafts particularly fascinating is not solely the process itself, but also the incredible women behind them, each with compelling life stories that shape their remarkable characters.
- Lunch is optional and you can choose one of 2 options for an additional price: Fried fish with coconut rice, salad and plantain or Seafood stew with coconut rice, salad and plantain.
- There is an optional activity for an additional charge: Folklore dance-performance 15-20 min.
- If you are interested in lunch or the additional activity, please message the operator upon booking.
- The order of tour activities may be modified by climatic factors. Please read our terms and conditions page before booking
- This tour includes insurance. Please send Passport number by the time of booking to make the insurance effective
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
