Palenque African Roots Day Tour: Discover 400 Years of Ancestral Customs in San Basilio de Palenque
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San Basilio De Palenque

Immerse yourself in the rich African heritage of San Basilio de Palenque on this one-day tour. Discover 400 years of ancestral customs and experience the vibrant culture of this historic Colombian town.

Duration: 6 hours, 5 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • San Basilio De Palenque - I invite you to discover in the company of a native guide. The magic of the first free people of America walking its colorful streets, getting to know its culture, gastronomy, musical rhythm, and its own dialect which is still intact after 310 years founded.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Umbrella
What's Not Included
  • TIP
Additional Information

San Basilio de Palenque is a distinct cultural hub that has maintained its traditional practices for over 400 years. This day trip from Cartagena offers a perfect opportunity for those keen on exploring and comprehending one of Colombia’s key historical towns in a remarkable, unforgettable manner – creating an immersive experience that will make you feel as if you’re part of the local life.

Location
San Basilio De Palenque
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.8
(28 Ratings)
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547soka
Aug 12, 2024
enriching - had an amazing experience with last minute tour guide changes. They ended up being really amazing and trusting people, Lorenzo is from Palenque and was able to impart a lot of knowledge and culture to those of us who have never been. The people were fun talented and was able to enjoy and learn the dances, medicinal and history of palenge! thank you so much to our driver Juan! high key recommend.
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Milan_h
Aug 3, 2024
10/10 Tour - This was such an amazing experience and absolutely my favorite tour in Cartagena. We learned so much about Palenque, and it was so inspiring. Can't wait to go again!
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Archibaldo
Jun 30, 2024
Phenomenal experience - Excellent experience. His level of knowledge and professionalism is top tier. Possesses great hospitality and is willing to accommodate your individual needs. We traveled to Palenge. He was knowledgeable. He provided us with history and the ins and outs of then place He takes amazing videos and licites.
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Ingrid_m
Jun 28, 2024
Highly recommend - The experience was extremely rewarding. The guides were extremely informative and lunch was AMAZING!
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620jamek
May 5, 2024
Amazing day in Palenque - We had an amazing day! The driver picked us up on time and stayed with us all day, taking our pics and videos. The tour guide was awesome, good energy and great personality. She was very helpful, translating for us and making sure our experience was great. The dancers were awesome, the food was amazing, full day deserve top stars! I would highly recommend. Driver returned us safety back to our hotel ending the day.
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Harryharnisch
Apr 11, 2024
Magic and Tradition - Excellent panorama to learn about the history, gastronomy, music and culture of the first free African people in Latin America
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Kimgy3749wn
Apr 1, 2024
Colourful delights and steeped in important history - Wonderful tour ! Loved every minute all the history , the colourful houses , art work ,dancing the fabulous outfits. The driver was great and lorenzo our guide was super informative and friendly. It was nice to have a small group so we could take lots of photos without being rushed. The pescatarian meal served on a banana leaf was divine and my highlight was the boxing 😊
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Dawn_a
Jul 23, 2024
Must do - A very informative experience. With this group, we were not given bottled water or an umbrella to use. Due to the heat, the umbrella would have been nice.
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Christine672022
Apr 16, 2024
Victor was a nice guide - Victor was an excellent guide. I expected more of the whole experience. But it was okay. The food was nice too. Thank for the umbrellas because it was vergeten hot. The Lady who makes kokada I think her name was Rudy was great!! Loved how she opend her house for us.
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666ddk
May 11, 2024
Wonderful tour --unacceptable transportation. Will not use trip advisor to set me up in the future. - Transportation was horrible. Late pickup, after change changing the time during the night before, and not seem until the morning. No water as we boarded. No Wi-Fi as shown. No AC--really miserable. Vehicle was a well used mini van that was very uncomfortable--no room--bad suspension. Made for aa very uncomfortable experience. Supposed to last six hours--was over nine. The a actual tour part, once we arrived was great. Has to be one of the best guides that I've experienced. Very knowledgeable, attended to the group needs at all times. Highly recommend the on site tour guide. Actually seemed like the only person that liked what she did, and was reluctant to accept a tip. Was the only person like that, though.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).