San Basilio de Palenque UNESCO World Heritage Site Daytrip: Africa in America

Name: San Basilio de Palenque UNESCO World Heritage Site Daytrip: Africa in America
Brand: Cartagena Insider Tours
SKU: 0cb8f0f7-96dc-4b33-bfad-3b62081851de

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Summary

The tour starts at 8am and the drive to San Basilio de Palenque will take 45 minutes in urban traffic plus 45 minutes in the wonderful countryside. The trip willbe amde short by our local Palenquero guide whi will give you all the details about the historical place you are about to visit. As you arrive, you will be introduced to your guide in Palenque and will be taken on a walk to the Cementery to speak about mortuory practices, to the monuments and to learn about the importance of Benkos BIoho and Pambelé. Then you will have the most delicious local food served in the traditional way. After visitng musicians and cooks, and enjoying a Lengua PAlenquera language class, we are sure you will never forget San Basilio de Palenque ever again.

Tour info

Duration

7 hours - 8 hours

Why take this tour?

Starting from Downtown Cartagena, we take a private AC transport to San Basilio de Palenque, UNESCO World Immaterial Heritage. Learn how Bantú African languages and practices survived for over 400 years in a little far off town, 1 hour away from Cartagena (plus urban traffic). Enjoy typical food, music and get a language class of Lengua Palenquera which is only spoken by these over 3.000 people.

What’s included?

Beverages
Bottled water
Lunch
All activities
Live commentary on board
Local guide
Tour escort/host
Hotel pickup and drop-off (small additional fee aplies if out of the city center)
Language class
Visit to local musicians
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 7-8 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.

Operator Website

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!