Palenque Native Guide Tour: Indigenous culture exploration with traditional dance and cuisine

Meet the native descendants of Africans in Colombia who have preserved their African customs over several centuries. With a unique language derived from African languages, traditional dances, and a way of life reminiscent of thousands of years ago, discover their history and how they became the first free town in the Americas.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • San Basilio De Palenque - PALENQUE TOUR
    • Transfer from the residence hotel to palenque will take us 1 hour.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Professional local guide
  • Roundtrip transportation to and from your hotel
  • Lunch
  • Landing and/or facility fees
  • Dance show and traditional music
What's Not Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Gratuities
  • productos o servicios no especificados previamente.
Location
San Basilio De Palenque
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Claude
Oct 14, 2024
Palenque Excursion: A Heart-Warming Cultural Immersion - Our journey to Palenque, led by the charismatic Jovanni, was an unforgettable dive into Colombia's rich cultural tapestry. This excursion offered a rare glimpse into the lives of native Colombians, far from the usual tourist paths. Jovanni, our host, set the tone for the trip with his fun-loving and laid-back personality. His approach made everyone feel at ease, creating an atmosphere of friendship rather than a typical tour group. The real stars of the show were the Palenque tour guides. Their warmth and enthusiasm were infectious, treating us not as outsiders, but as extended family. This genuine connection transformed the experience from a simple tour to a heartfelt cultural exchange. The day was filled with vibrant activities: - Dancing to local rhythms - Shared laughter that bridged any language barriers - Feasting on delicious, fresh local cuisine The food deserves special mention - each dish was a delightful taste of "the motherland," showcasing the area's culinary heritage. This Palenque excursion goes beyond typical tourism. It offers a chance to connect with Colombia's native people, their traditions, and their joie de vivre. For those seeking an authentic, immersive cultural experience, this trip is not to be missed.
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Claude_g
Oct 14, 2024
Palenque Excursion: A Heart-Warming Cultural Immersion - Our journey to Palenque, led by the charismatic Jovanni, was an unforgettable dive into Colombia's rich cultural tapestry. This excursion offered a rare glimpse into the lives of native Colombians, far from the usual tourist paths. Jovanni, our host, set the tone for the trip with his fun-loving and laid-back personality. His approach made everyone feel at ease, creating an atmosphere of friendship rather than a typical tour group. The real stars of the show were the Palenque tour guides. Their warmth and enthusiasm were infectious, treating us not as outsiders, but as extended family. This genuine connection transformed the experience from a simple tour to a heartfelt cultural exchange. The day was filled with vibrant activities: - Dancing to local rhythms - Shared laughter that bridged any language barriers - Feasting on delicious, fresh local cuisine The food deserves special mention - each dish was a delightful taste of "the motherland," showcasing the area's culinary heritage. This Palenque excursion goes beyond typical tourism. It offers a chance to connect with Colombia's native people, their traditions, and their joie de vivre. For those seeking an authentic, immersive cultural experience, this trip is not to be missed.
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Mamajax24
Oct 6, 2024
Great experience - Palenque Native tour I highly recommend it. It was a great experience from tour guide made sure we had everything we needed, the driver was excellent, the tour of the city, meeting the citizens, the children dancers, and traditional lunch. It is one of the unique places you can tour when you are in Cartagena. It does take about a hour and a half to get there, but the drive is worth it.
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92loicb
Sep 16, 2024
Culturally rich - It was fun, learned a lot that day, the guide, the team and the people of Palenque were really friendly. The food was excellent. I recommend.
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Paradise17725915341
Sep 13, 2024
Phenomenal for USA travelers - I did a solo trip with romeo. And there was an additional personal driver who was also our protection. The tour was absolutely phenomenal. Words cannot describe. Book now and don’t think twice!
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Sightseer674437
Aug 30, 2024
I love palenque . - It was an amazing experience. I love history. Romero was really nice tour guy , spoke English and Spanish. We include the food and water for extra. Also you can always take extra cash for tips. Wear comfortable shoes, clothing. It does it gets hot.
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Luishp2024
Aug 14, 2024
Productive Time - Historical & educational. I enjoyed it and learned some important aspects of the Palenque culture. I appreciate how they have been able to preserve their culture and history after several generations.
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Oneishar2022
Aug 14, 2024
Great tour! - This was one of my favorite tours. Very interactive, detailed info on history. Our guide Romeo was very informative and attentive. Great experience over all!
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D5292daedgarm
Jun 23, 2024
Educational - My tour guide was professional and well versed in Palenge. He spoke English and Spanish so all could understand. I would highly recommend Fancy Tours to anyone. As for the Palenge village, the educational experience was rewarding.
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Gwendolyn_h
Sep 24, 2024
Not this company - The Palenque Native Dancers were outstanding. The tour company was poor. They picked us up 30 minutes late. The van had no air conditioning with 90 degree temperature. Go see the dancers with a different company.
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From $110
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).