Tour in San Basilio de Palenque with Guide

Experience a unique and transformative experience visiting San Basilio de Palenque, the first free town in America and an Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Just an hour and a half from Cartagena, this tour connects you to Afro-Colombian roots through its rhythms, flavors and ancestral knowledge. Accompanied by a local Palenquero guide, you will walk through streets full of historical murals, learn about the history of Benkos Biohó and take part in a lively sample of traditional music and dance. You will taste a typical lunch prepared by women from the community and learn about natural medicine, Palenquera language and cultural resistance. More than a tour, it is a real encounter with a living culture that has resisted oblivion with pride, pace and joy. Book now and be part of this living story.
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Facilities

Free cancellation
Mobile voucher accepted
6 hours
Available in English, French, Spanish

Important information

Wheelchair accessible. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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