Freedom Tour of Palenque: Real Experience with Native Guides in San Basilio Community

Experience the Freedom Tour of Palenque and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the San Basilio community. Learn from native guides, explore traditional practices, and discover the African essence that has thrived for centuries.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Monumento a Benkos Bioho - Learn about the founding and history of the first free land in America.
    Disfrutarán del legado ancestral palenquero medicina tradicional
    Líderes palenqueros
    Muestras culturales
    Murales y otros atractivos
What's Included
  • Welcome drink with local rum
  • Traditional dance and music demo
  • Air-conditioned transport
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off in Cartagena
  • Professional local guide
  • Inclusive lunch
Additional Information

The Authentic Journey in San Basilio de Palenque is the most genuine tour handled by certified, local guides. We provide door-to-door convenience with air-conditioned automobiles, adjusting our pick up times to match your timetable. Tourists have the opportunity to learn about the community’s amazing past and sense the enduring African spirit that has…

Location
Monumento a Benkos Bioho
Plaza Principal
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Aisha_c
Oct 7, 2024
Fun day - Very informative. We loved our guide Isaac. The food was delicious. I was worried I wouldn't have anything plant based to eat but my lunch was delicious. Great community and history. Dancing and music were also fun.
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Rhodesia_d
Sep 16, 2024
Visit Palenque NOW! - Visiting Palenque was the highlight of my trip. There is so much history and culture here, it felt like we were distant relatives. Our tour guide Erick was amazing. He’s actually from Palenque and was able to give us a deep dive of the land. We had a traditional meals and beverages, participated in the native African dances, had a chance to speak to the people that live there and so much more. I’m so grateful and thankful for this experience.
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Lasonda_w
Sep 14, 2024
An Experience you will Never Forget - The tour host was absolutely amazing. He made it very educational and interactive. I highly recommend this experience!
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Antonio_g
Sep 10, 2024
5 star rating! - This tour was a great and humbling experience. I would highly recommend to others. Eric was the perfect host given that he was born and raised in Palenque.
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Andrea_t
Sep 9, 2024
South America trip with good friend - Our tour was fantastic! I would recommend the Freedom Tour of Palenge to all my family & friends traveling to Cartagena. Our guide, Erick, was fabulous. He is indigenous to Palenge and his knowledge, background, flexibility and patience with our group was unmatched. I’d give this tour a 10 of 10!
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Avrielle_m
Sep 6, 2024
Must do in learning about the African diaspora - This was a tour I won’t forget. I learned so much visiting and seeing the community and Palengue’s history was amazing.
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Shanasha_t
Aug 23, 2024
🖤💚💙 Palenque...worth every penny and some!! - **AMAZING!!!**🙌🏽...Do yourself a favor and book this tour!! The experience was top tier and the lunch served was so SO good. Ronal was our guide and he took pictures, answeres questions, provided excellent customer service. You can't come to Cartagena and not visit Palenque 🖤💚💙.
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Glenda
Aug 21, 2024
Palenque Amazing Tour - Our guide Erick made sure he communicated prior to the trip and took care of everyone. He made sure we took pics, met with locals and learned the important history of that city. It was wonderful. The food and beverages provided were delicious and hit the spot. Thank you for an educational trip.
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Lavonne_m
Aug 20, 2024
Be ready to walk! - Beautiful and insightful trip! The people are friendly and the tastings were fun. This excursion is kid friendly (I brought a 1yr old in a stroller), but please note: wear comfy sneakers and be ready to walk and traverse both complete dirt and rocky roads! Our group also brought mini electric fans because you WILL BE HOT. Also, lunch is the last thing you do, so be sure to eat a hearty breakfast before you go and/or pack snacks/water.
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Amina_m
Aug 19, 2024
Enjoy the experience with a great guide… - We had a beautiful and knowledgeable experience in Palenque. Our guide ,Erik, was so knowledgeable and passionate as he was raise in Palenque hisself. I would recommend this experience to everyone. Please wear comfortable shoes because you will be walking. It was very hot when we went so bring water. Umbrellas are provided if you need to stay cool. This experience was a 10/10. Enjoy and get to know the of Palenque.
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