Palenque History Tour: Encounter with African Culture and Uncover the Magic of Black History

If you are drawn to the enchantment of African culture and the mystique of Black history, this tour is designed for you! Get a chance to enrich your knowledge about the emblem of freedom, represented by Palenque.

Reminder: We can accommodate from a single individual to a group of up to 50 people

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • San Basilio De Palenque - When you book our tour, you will learn the history of San Basilio de Palenque told by one of our native residents. You will also experience Palenque music, gastronomy, drump workshop, creole language, photographic museum, local handcrafts, traditional alcoholic drinks. The tour includes hydration.
What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Traditional neke, the moonshine of Palenque
What's Not Included
  • On-board WiFi
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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Janquana_h
Jul 13, 2024
Definitely Take this Tour - The tour was absolutely amazing and a great learning experience. Our tour guide was Victor . He was so informative and funny . We felt like family the whole time .
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Stephen_r
Jul 6, 2024
Pelenque!!!!! - Pleasant trip to the Pelenque community. Let me say firstly the best fish I've tasted not fried. Our your guide Sophia and Carlos great and knowledgeable about their culture. The experience is well worth it and will be returning for the food and to know more. Medicine man able to remedy any ailment with a shot of his home-medicine-made drink and anointing oil. Bless up
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Adrienne_c
Jul 2, 2024
Powerful, Life-changing Experience - This was the most powerful aspect of my trip. Learning about the culture and language of Palenque was an experience that I never imagined. The hosts were very professional, friendly, and made me feel at home! I highly recommend this tour!
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Tonimarie_w
Jun 23, 2024
Must do - This excursion shows you just how rich in culture Colombia is. I knew I had to do it when I visited Colombia solo for my birthday and it did not disappoint. Victor did an amazing job at being our tour guide. He was informative, attentive, and overall a very nice individual. Book it! You won’t regret it.
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Jewel_j
Jun 6, 2024
Please make this apart of your trip - Awesome experience! Must try, very informative and I love the interaction we had with the people of the community. The good chefs kiss.
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Dahlia_c
Jun 2, 2024
A Must Do Historical experience in Cartagena - Victor was an amazing discussion facilitator for introducing and building on our group's knowledge about colonialism, the South American slave trade, and past/current cultural traditions. The day's events were very organized. We were given a plate of fresh fruit, a shot of Pelenque rum, and a lunch with four options: fish, chicken, pork chop, and vegetarian, all served with coconut rice and salad. We chose the chicken and fish, which were both delicious. We also enjoyed sugar cane, cassava pudding, and a sample tray of traditional candy, including various versions of coconut candy. This event is a must-do, especially if you are of African descent. Highly recommend exploring this incredible gem of history and culture!
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Koran_w
Jun 1, 2024
Amazing experience! - This was our favorite part of our Cartagena trip! Victor was a great tour guide. We learned a lot and also had fun. The lunch was delicious to top it off! Highly recommend!
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Andrew_b
May 25, 2024
Don’t miss this tour - This was a very informative tour and it was moving to learn about the history and culture. Our guide shared lots of useful information, the food was good and the whole experience was powerful. I would recommend it.
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Tiffany_p
May 21, 2024
Once in a lifetime - Victor, our tour guide was absolutely the best!!! The food and entertainment was 10 out of 10!!! Highly recommend .
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Emanuel
May 17, 2024
A great tour! - Alex was amazing at creating a welcoming and informative environment about Afro Columbian culture past and present. Palenque was a beautiful and humble space with friendly people eager for you to learn their ways. The connection as a Black Caribbean person was palpable in the language, songs, dances, and art. The murals are amazing in town, and the restaurant we ate quite frankly had the best lemonade I have ever had. Don'Would book again!
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