Freedom Tour of Palenque: Real Experience with Native Guides in San Basilio Community
4.8
365 Ratings
San Basilio De Palenque
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: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Monumento a Benkos Bioho - Learn about the founding and history of the first free land in America.
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 been preserved for more than four centuries. On this journey, our guests will experience traditional music, witness the use of traditional medicine firsthand, discover the distinct language of the community, among other things. It’s more than a travel, it’s a grand experience.

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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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Rose_j
Jun 1, 2024
Amazing Tour!!!! - This was the most exhilarating tour of my visit. Erik our guide, was phenomenal. Very knowledgeable and kind. He is a part of the village, so it made it that much easier to give us the most proper tour. The history is remarkable and I knew nothing about this or them. Very informative and they were most hospitable. We were fed a really nice meal at the end our tour and you also got the chance to talk with a herbalist that had all sorts of home remedies to recommend. Very good tour. Worth every penny. Thanks Erik!
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Rebecca
May 30, 2024
5 Star Tour! - This tour was absolutely amazing, our guide Ronaldo was so attentive and informative. We had many stops on this tour and each one was a beautiful experience. Thank you so much Tavel Palenque!
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Sandra_r
May 29, 2024
Palenque tour - Excellent experience I would not book this tour with another service. The beauty of this tour is the access to Palenque and the interaction with the locals. There is a pride and admiration you get to experience. Not to mention the fish with coconut sauce meal is absolutely delicious. Overall 10/10 would do this tour again.
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Abi_w
May 28, 2024
Amazing experience and a must do. - Absolutely amazing, Erik was fantastic and knowledgeable. Highly suggest taking this tour. We stayed in the walled city a cab picked us up and we met the bus. So convenient. The traffic home was a bit of a drive I suggest bringing a jacket. It was very hot bring lots of sunscreen/umbrella for the sun. We forgot our umbrella and Erik’s company provided some. Bring cash for donations. We were able to purchase souvenirs with credit card. The culture was priceless, I’ve traveled to Colombia many times and can’t believe I’ve waited so long to see Palenque.
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Anthony_w
May 27, 2024
A spiritual awakening experience in Palenque - The tour of Palenque was the most anticipated tour of my trip to Colombia. It certainly did not disappoint as this was a beautiful experience to see how the beautiful people of Palenque live in their daily lives.
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Opinionated_q
May 27, 2024
Amazing Tour! - 10/10!!! Highly recommend going on this Palenque tour ! It was so informational, and fun ! We were able to interactive with the locals and get a glimpse of their lives, it was truly beautiful. Every bit of this experience was worth every penny. Our host Eric was amazing! He was not only great at giving us so much information about Palenque and its people but he was so active with us through the entire tour.
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Etoro_e
May 22, 2024
Truly an amazing experience! - I had an amazing experience at Palenque. To witness the first African community in America was truly an unforgettable experience. From the beautiful murals to the dancing, it was all wonderful to see and be a apart. Also the food was so good I had to ask for seconds!
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Nataelle_p
May 15, 2024
Black Excellence at it’s Finest! - This tour was truly amazing! Our guide provided many different opportunities to connect with the local culture in Palenque. We danced, saw the local traditional healed, visited the music museum and saw the famous UNESCO site dedicated to the towns freedom fighter and hero. There were opportunities to purchase and support local vendors. At the end we had lunch at a local restaurant which was very tasty and came with a very tasty drink. All in all, this trip was very inspiring especially as a Black traveler. It is a must do on your itinerary! Many thanks to the community and wonderful tour guide.
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Shealove17
May 15, 2024
A Must Do! - This tour is a must! Black owned & operated! Ronald was the best tour guide. As a formal representative of Palenque he was knowledgeable & sincere. It was a pleasure to meet his Mom & Dad. I loved dancing with the local villagers & I was blessed by Rosalina, the 91 yr Old healer. Food was delicious. Our black is beautiful!
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Lindsay_t
May 31, 2024
Nice cultural tour - The tour guide was good and informative. The people were nice. It was very HOT!!! I would not recommend taking children under 10
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