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Zenúes Petroglyphs Exploration: Discover Magic and History in San Jacinto
San Jacinto
Embark on an enchanting journey through the Zenúes Petroglyphs in San Jacinto, where magic and history intertwine. Explore the rich cultural heritage of this town and immerse yourself in the world of Gabriel García Márquez’s magical realism.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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San Jacinto - The itinerary begins after a 2-hour drive from Cartagena, in the town square of San Jacinto, where our local guide will be waiting to show us a house that will villagers have turned into a museum, where they expose the findings of the ceramics of its first settlers, considered to be the oldest in America (6,000 years old), its
current traditions, crafts, music and the mark that the massacres of the war left.
The journey continues, but this time aboard a 4x4 vehicle until reaching the El Rastro stream, where we will walk through the tropical rain forest for approximately an hour, surrounded by
butterflies, flowers and waterfalls until reaching the petroglyphs, which are figures that the tribe Zenú carved on the stones to represent their gods and perform their rituals. In this place
find a natural crystalline pool in which we can take a refreshing bath, to then start the way back, this time on dry land (30 min) towards a kiosk where We will enjoy a typical sancocho in the company of the peasants of the area and rest in hammocks. Back in town we will visit the house of one of the artisans and we will see how with their looms can create wonderful pieces and even learn to weave with them.
Before returning to Cartagena it is time to say goodbye to San Jacinto and we will do this by taking a cup of coffee grown on their land by the Cerro Maco community project.
What's Included
- All applicable fees and taxes included
- Expert guide for the tour
- Comfortable tour vehicle
- Exclusive access to certain areas
- Fresh and local lunch provided
- Interactive activities on the tour
- Memorable photo opportunities
- Special gift at the end of the tour
- Emergency medical assistance
Additional Information
It’s often hard for many to grasp the reality in the tales of Gabriel García Márquez, leading to them being dubbed as ‘magical realism’. However, if you were to converse with the residents of the towns he portrays in his stories, they would assure you that their lives are indeed entwined with enchantment, ancestral heritage, overwhelming nature, and, most importantly, love and family.
Location
San Jacinto
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
