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Africa in america: San Basilio de Palenque UNESCO World Heritage.

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Explore San Basilio de Palenque, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site in the Bolívar department of Colombia. Renowned as the first community of freed slaves in South-America, it was founded by African slaves called Cimarrones, who escaped during the Spanish colonial era. Despite centuries passing, San Basilio has diligently preserved its African culture and language, Palenquero. During your visit, immerse yourself in the rich history, food, music, and language of this remarkable community.
  • Local guide
  • Class of Palenquero Languague
  • Bottled water
  • Local and traditional activities
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Visit to local musicians
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Departure Point

Centenario Park, Media, La Matuna, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia At the obelisk of the Centenario's Park.

In case that you pick up Meeting at the hotel, we will arive 15 minutes before the start of the experience, you can find us by our Cartagena Insider T-shirts.

Traveler pickup
  • Rafael Nunez Airport, Cartagena, Colombia
Return Details

Centenario Park, Media, La Matuna, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia At the obelisk of the Centenario's Park.

  • Parque del Centenario, Cartagena, Colombia
    Meeting point at the obelisk in the center of the park or pick-up at your hotel if you prefer. You will have a brief icebreaker led by our guide before starting your journey to Palenque.
    5 minutes
  • San Basilio De Palenque, San Basilio De Palenque, Colombia
    You will meet with the local guide who will take you to various experiences, tell you the history of Palenque, and address any questions you may have. You will visit local artists, taste the great cuisine, meet the locals, and experience life in this wonderful place.
    300 minutes
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • If you have any allergies, intolerances, or strict dietary requirements, please let us know before confirming.
  • Our experiences at Cartagena Insider always include a donation to Fem Colombia, a local nonprofit that for years has helped Afro-descendants and indigenous communities secure land rights.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Ranternational
18 Dec 2023
Our tour guide Eric was very knowledgeable on the history and culture and he seemed to have no problem speaking three languages. The people of Palenque were very warm. I be willing to would go back on the tour for the food alone!
Saran_K
21 Mar 2023
I had an amazing experience with Jesús and Silvia, they were super knowledgeable and gave me lots of insights about Palenque and its history. Absolutly loved my experience
johnny s
07 Feb 2023
Beat up, hot town with incredible history a long hour from Cartagena. The first runaway slave settlement in all the Americas. Part of Colombian mythology and music. Cute and really simple museum in the middle of town. If i returned, i would contact some of the guides to know when a musical or dance rehearsal was on. Our cabbie Walter 57-310-702 7112 had the guides phone number in Cartagena.
This tour in is organized by Insider Tours by FEM

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