Do Not Leave Colombia Without Taking this Tour - This tour of San Basilio de Palenque was an experience I will cherish forever. The tour was led by Leo, who took us around to hear from other natives of the town, which added an authentic and deeply enriching layer to the visit. They shared not only the history and culture of Palenque but also their personal stories and traditions, making the experience intimate and unforgettable. One of the highlights was the vibrancy and resilience of the Palenque community, beautifully conveyed through their music, dance, and cuisine. We were invited to participate in making music with a known Palenque musician, learn boxing moves in the local boxing gym, experience a day in the life of traditional Palenquera women, meet with the doctor to learn how they treat different ailments using local herbs, and more! The opportunity to taste local dishes was another deliciously standout moment. Our English translator, Gabriel, was very knowledgeable and friendly. His fluency and ability to capture the essence and emotion behind the natives' words made the tour accessible and engaging for everyone in our group. The translator's knowledge and passion for Colombia's history in general, but also Palenque's heritage was evident, and his skillful interpretation ensured that nothing was lost in translation, allowing us to fully appreciate the rich tapestry of Palenque's culture. Our driver, Richard, was also very pleasant and picked us up from our Airbnb. He also got us there and back in a timely manner as we had a flight to catch. Overall, this tour was an unforgettable journey into the heart of a community that has preserved its unique heritage against all odds. I cannot recommend this experience highly enough. If you want to truly understand and feel the spirit of San Basilio de Palenque, this is the way to do it. Bring several 10K COP bills to tip each of the native representatives who teach you about their specific part of the culture.

Family fun day - This was the highlight of my trip to Cartagena. Everyone was so friendly and very informative. My favorite part was the authentic food the music and the boxing thanks again Gabriel for your expertise in the area and advice for food places and bars everything u suggested was on point And the ability to translate was impressive!

Africa/Colombia - The entire experience was superb from beinging to the end !! Very Informative tour thanks to Laos and Gabriel !! We learned so much about Palenque how they live what they eat and how they got the name. The murals the food the medicine man the musician the boxer trainer very unique tour one of my kids favorite so far thanks again !

Such an amazing experience - I am so grateful for this experience thanks to Neudis and Gabriel. They were great tour guides with a lot knowledge and genuine kindness. I recommend everyone to go and learn the rich culture of the Palenque people

I left a bit of my heart in Palenque 💙 - Victor was absolutely amazing! He's very knowledgeable, personable, funny, and engaging. We couldn't ask for a better guide. The residents of Palenque were all so kind and welcoming to us. It really felt like home. Also, the lunch.... it was the best meal I've had since being in Columbia! I would take this tour again in a heartbeat just for the feels!

A destination that you need to visit at least once in a lifetime! - I work as an interpreter for this company and I must admit that visiting Palenque has changed my life for the better! Palenque's culture is just so unique, it irradiates authenticity: there's always folkloric music playing, dancing performances; I get mesmerized every time I listen to the local folks speaking their native language, so much so that I aim to learn it; And the food!!! Exquisite is a small word to describe it. In summary, it's a destination that you need to visit at least once in a lifetime!

Great Trip! - Wonderful experience! So glad I booked! Gabriel was a wonderful translator and kept us engaged the entire trip! The musical performances were the best part! The people of the town are very friendly and the food was delicious! We all learned so much and were privileged to be allowed into the community.

very interesting trip - The tour today was very interesting and we enjoyed it even more because we know that the tour guide is a native. We highly recommend this trip, if you have a spare day in cartagena.

Excellent tour for those who like to discover new cultures and history. - Benkus tour was a great option for us. The guide Leonardo was great, very patient and enlightening. We loved everything!

Neudis Marimon best guide. - We went with Neudis Marimon and it was an excellent day. He knows a lot and is very happy! 5 stars highly recommended!!