Experience Cartagena Salsa Nightlife and fund a non profit: funwithapurpose

Summary

The tour starts at 8:30pm in "Donde Fidel", the most famous salsa bar of downtown Cartagena. The guide will narrate the history of the place. One drink is included per person. You will stay there for about 30 minutes. You will then take a private van to "La Charanga de Joseph Black", a famous Salsa Club in El Bosque Neighborhood, out of the city center.  Salsa lessons start here with two professional dancers. One drink is included per person. You will stay there for about 40 minutes. Again you will take our private transportation and arrive in "El Koreano", a famous Salsa Club in Blas de Leso Neighborhood, further south. Salsa lessons continue with the two dance teachers. One drink is included per person. A local snack will be given to you here, vegetarian options available upon request. Lastly, you will move a couple of blocks to "El Vueltabajero", the most famous Salsa Club in Cartagena where you will close off the night with great expertise. Many times, this bar will be featuring live music (but not always). You will take our private transportation back to the city's downtown area after midnight, were the city center (tourist area) is beginning it's bustling nightlife, in case you are in for more.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours - 4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Tour through four of the most famous local salsa night clubs of Cartagena with dance teachers and an expert guide. Learn to dance salsa while you get to know the history of Cartagena's culture and live its local nightlife, where locals go to dance and enjoy. Outside of the common touristic zone of Cartagena, deep into the real city where locals live and enjoy. And the best part: 10% of sales go to a local nonprofit that works with afro and indigenous communities.

What’s included?

  • Spanish - English Translator

  • Two professional dance teachers

  • Beverages

  • Snacks

  • Bottled water

  • Donation to FEM (Fundación por la Educación Multidimensional)

  • Alcoholic Beverages

  • Additional Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3-4 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Cartagena Insider Tours

About operator:

Our tours will show you the city to its fullest! By working closely with the communities we team up with, we developed a series of experiences 100% OFF THE BEATEN PATH, by taking tourists safely and knowingly to areas of the city and region that they would otherwise miss. You can learn about the music by taking the Salsa Tour, visit splendid unknown beaches, meet the most interesting people and experience the most unique activities.EVERY TICKET sold includes donations for the hosting community’s projects and for FEM, the Colombian Non Profit that came up with this idea for fundraising. #EnTuSalsa: tour around the most incredible salsa lover bars in Cartagena, out of the Walled City, with pro dancers! #BazurtoMarketAdventure: Visit the weirdest market, eat where Antony Bourdain ate, and check out the local the soul of the city Find us in VIATOR!

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