Tour de Historia de San Basilio de Palenque

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1. Esta experiencia comienza con una recogida en su hotel. Nuestro guía te recogerá (si tu hotel o dirección no está en la lista, háznoslo saber, podemos recogerte en cualquier lugar de Cartagena) y te dará todos los detalles de nuestra experiencia. Después de un viaje de 1,5 horas, llegaremos a Palenque donde será recibido con una deliciosa ensalada de frutas de temporada de la región.

   30 min

2. Continuamos con la charla histórica de Palenque, desde diferentes puntos de vista, allí aprendemos sobre la lucha que tuvieron los africanos en América por recuperar su libertad y el proceso de formación de lo que hoy llamamos Palenque, desde la plaza principal comenzaremos nuestro recorrido por la comunidad; el recorrido se puede hacer a pie o en vehículo según sus preferencias.

   1 h

3. Monumento a Benkos Bioho, fundador de Palenque

   10 min

4. En la Casa del Saber Palenquero tendremos la presentación de música y bailarines, donde aprenderemos sobre los ritmos musicales, danzas tradicionales de Palenque y aprenderemos a tocar la batería

   40 min

5. En casa de Doña Rupe, con Ruperta aprenderemos sobre la gastronomía de Palenque, y también aprenderemos a preparar una de las recetas ancestrales de la comunidad.

   30 min

6. Patio Sikito : En este lugar, con médicos locales (herbolario), aprenderemos sobre medicina basada en plantas, cómo enfrentaron la pandemia de Covid en Palenque, y la importancia de la medicina ancestral para mantener sana a la comunidad hasta el día de hoy.

   30 min

7. Gimnasio de Boxeo "Kid Pambele" : Aquí aprendemos sobre Antonio Cervantes Reyes, primer campeón mundial de boxeo de Colombia, y también tendremos una divertida clase de boxeo.

   30 min

8. En la Casa Museo Masú Tejedor, exploraremos una casa tradicional construida utilizando las mismas técnicas que nuestros antepasados utilizaron en la creación de Palenque, y también aprenderemos sobre las actividades diarias que se realizan allí.

   40 min

9. Hora del almuerzo

   1 hEntrada incluida

10. Tiempo en que los visitantes pueden comprar y apoyar la economía local

    20 min

Cancelación

Cancelación gratuita hasta 24 horas antes del inicio, con reembolso completo.

Opiniones

Las valoraciones proceden de 348 opiniones recogidas por nuestro socio de reservas. Son palabras de los viajeros, en el orden en que se escribieron — nunca reordenadas para favorecer la experiencia.

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• 5Kumo Kusa Ta?

  The tour provided a deeper understanding of the struggles, resilience, and determination of the Palenque community. Hearing about their history, traditions, language, music, and cultural heritage made the visit much more than a typical sightseeing excursion. Our guide shared stories that helped bring the past to life and gave us a genuine appreciation for the people and traditions that have been preserved through generations. This was my favorite excursion during my entire trip. Get ready to join the dance troupe after their performance.

  Sandra_Sseptiembre de 2026vía Viator

• 5I thoroughly enjoyed the...

  I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Victor was informative and entertaining . The village was welcoming and the food prepared for us was amazing . I would visit again

  Jenaisha_Wagosto de 2026vía Viator

• 5Family Trip

  The tour was memorable! Victor and his family were warm and welcoming! He was very informative and engaging for both adults and children. We learned so much about Palenque and its history. While it was very hot, we were able to sit and travel for portions of the tour on the air conditioned bus. The activities we engaged in during the tour were both exciting and inclusive. Highly recommend!

  Jessica_Magosto de 2026vía Viator

• 5Phenomenal Cultural Experience

  I highly recommend this family-run tour! We learned so much about Palenque culture and history, and the tour was filled with unforgettable experiences. We had the opportunity to observe and participate in traditional cultural dancing, make native coconut and papaya candy, and learn about Benkos Biohó and the history of the first free African town in the Americas. We also visited a museum and gained a deeper understanding of how the community continues to preserve its traditions, including making medicine out of plants and preparing food by grinding corn and rice with a mallet. The highlight of the tour was enjoying a freshly cooked, authentic Colombian meal prepared by the tour guides sister at their grandmother’s home. We sat together and ate on grandma's porch and truly felt like part of the family. This was much more than a tour—it was an authentic and meaningful immersion into Palenque culture, history, traditions, and community. I highly recommend this tour, run by Victor and his family. Their warmth and hospitality made the experience truly unforgettable!

  Leslie_Fagosto de 2026vía Viator

• 5More Than a Tour—An Experience I Highly Recommend 🖤

  Our family trip to **Palenque, Colombia 🇨🇴🖤** was an experience we will never forget! From the moment Dani picked us up, everything was well organized and punctual. He started by giving us a great introduction and made the entire experience feel personal and meaningful. Dani is extremely professional, welcoming, and so knowledgeable about **Black history, culture, and the powerful story of Palenque**. As a parent, this experience meant so much to me. My kids barely get the opportunity in school to truly learn about their roots and Black history. Bringing them to Palenque and allowing them to **see, hear, interact, ask questions, and learn from someone who truly knows and understands the history** was TOP TIER for me. 🙌🏾❤️ This wasn’t just another excursion—it was an opportunity for my family to connect with history, culture, and our roots in a way a classroom simply cannot provide. If you’re visiting Cartagena, **please don’t hesitate to book with Dani! Take the time to interact with him, ask questions, and soak in the knowledge. You will leave with so much more than pictures—you’ll leave with a story, a connection, and a deeper appreciation for the history of Palenque 🇨🇴

  Shirley_Cagosto de 2026vía Viator

• 5Beautiful History and Community

  We loved the tour!!! Everything about it was amazing. The food, town, history, and culture were great, but the best part about it were the people. It is a community filled with talented and down to earth individuals that work hard to perserve their traditions and improve their towns conditions. We enjoyed every second of it. Our tour guides Victor and Martin were the best. We definetely recommend everyone to come visit San Basilio de Palenque if they want to enjoy and learn about Black Pride and History in Colombia.

  Daniel_Lagosto de 2026vía Viator

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How it compares in Cartagena

• Its from-price is close to the median of the 316 excursiones de un día we list in Cartagena.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 14 of 316.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cartagena

Cartagena, en la costa caribeña de Colombia, es un puerto colonial amurallado de balcones floridos, plazas coloridas y cálidas noches de música.

La ciudad vieja amurallada, Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO, es un laberinto de calles empedradas y plazas bordeadas de casas pastel, iglesias y buganvillas. La puerta de la Torre del Reloj conduce a la Plaza de los Coches, y la catedral, la iglesia de San Pedro Claver y el Palacio de la Inquisición están todos a pocas manzanas. Caminar por las gruesas murallas al atardecer es un ritual local.

Top-ranked sights in Cartagena: Rosario Islands (Islas del Rosario), Old Town Cartagena, Santo Domingo Church (Iglesia de Santo Domingo).

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