Tour cultural to san Basilio de Palenque from cartagena
In Cartagena
From
£75
pp
4h 0 mins · 4.8 (49)
Just a few miles from Cartagena lies a portal through time. San Basilio de Palenque isn't just a destination; it is the first cry of freedom in the entire Americas.
This isn’t a bus tour with a script; it is a private invitation into the cradle of African resistance—a UNESCO-protected sanctuary that many hear about, but very few truly feel.
Why this is the only reservation you need today:
Direct Ancestral Connection: Forget textbook guides. Your host is a native Palenquero, a guardian of a unique language and culture that has defied the centuries. This is an encounter, not a lecture.
The Rhythm of Resistance: Witness a private, soul-stirring dance performance where the drums don’t just play; they resonate in your chest. You will understand why in Palenque, music is how the spirit stays free.
Seamless Comfort: We handle everything. From your hotel doorstep to our premium air-conditioned transport, your only job is to bring your curiosity. Every detail is curated for excellence.
Free cancellation
Pickup included
What's included
- Air-conditioned round-trip transportation to and from your hotel.
- Native bilingual guide!
- BOTTLED_WATER
- LUNCH
- LANDING_AND_FACILITY_FEES
- Dance show and traditional music.
What's not included
- wifi a bordo
- gratuities
Itinerary
- PALENQUE TOUR • Transfer from the residence hotel to palenque will take us 1 hour. (1h 0min)
- • Visit ancestral places such as: CASA DE TAMBORES AND CASA DEL ARTE (30 min)
- • Visit to the village of Panque, which is an exact replica of how the slaves lived more than 600 years ago. • Tour of the village "customs (30 min)
- • Explanation of how the artisan process is with respect to the elaboration of palenque sweets and the elaboration of the "ñeque" (Drink that the palenqueros drank as a gift from the African descendants at that time) (30 min)
- Visit to the statue of the Colombian Boxer "Kid Pambele" (10 min)
- We visit the central restaurant of the palenqueros, and we return, it would take us 1 hour to get to Cartagena where the activity ends. (1h 0min)
- Surprise typical dance show (30 min)
Practical information
- Operated by
- Fancy tours
- Max group size
- 25 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–8
- Languages
- en, es
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 4 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.