Immerse yourself in Puerto Rican history and art on a cultural heritage excursion in Loiza. Explore caves, meet renowned artist Samuel Lind, learn about the vejigante folklore, and experience the vibrant bomba dance.
- Parque Historico Cueva Maria de la Cruz - Our first stop will be at the captivating Parque Histórico Cueva Maria De La Cruz. This cave is a remnant of the pre-Columbian days of the Arawak indigenous people. You will learn about indigenous cultures, including the cacique, Luisa, whom the city is named after. Ceiba trees surround the cave, which was a sacred tree to Tainos that is protected by the government today. The tour guide will take you inside of the cave and tell the story about the creation of Puerto Rico as an island in the Caribbean Sea. Witness millions of years of geological formation with a visit to this cave.
- Estudio de Arte Samuel Lind - Samuel Lind is a well-renowned artist born and raised in Loiza. He welcomes visitors to his art studio which doubles as his home. His artwork depicts every aspect of Loiceño and Taino culture and how they are intertwined. Visitors have the opportunity to speak with Samuel Lind himself and immerse themselves in the life he depicts through his paintings and sculptures that have been placed in exhibitions worldwide.
- Rio Grande Beach - Participants will have time to take photos at this picturesque beach, take a bomba dance lesson, and receive a presentation about vejigante masks.
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- Entrance Fees
- Professional Guide and Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Gratuity, but is greatly appreciated
- Dinner
Our first stop will be at the captivating Parque Histórico Cueva Maria De La Cruz. The tour guide will take you inside the cave and tell the story about the creation of Puerto Rico as an island in the Caribbean Sea. Samuel Lind is a well-renowned artist born and raised in Loiza. Visitors have the opportunity to speak with Samuel Lind himself and immerse themselves in the life he depicts through his paintings and sculptures that have been placed in exhibitions worldwide.
The vejigante is a brightly-colored character part of the Loiceño folklore used during festivals. Visitors will receive a lively presentation from Pedro La Viera, the official spokesperson for the Vejigante masks of Puerto Rico. Bomba is a traditional fast-paced rhythmic music and dance style created by African slaves in Puerto Rico over 400 years ago. Visitors will learn the rhythms of bomba and appreciate the freedom of the dance style.
- Total transit time of the excursion is 3 hours.
- Our tours require a minimum of four people total. If your booking is canceled due to not enough travelers, you will be refunded.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.