San Basilio de Palenque Private
Tour from Cartagena
70 kilometers south-east of Cartagena de Indias lies the village of San Basilio de Palenque, a place where music, language, medicine and other traditions remind us constantly that five centuries ago African continent was the main source of slaves in the world.
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Why this Palenque private tour?
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See a unique village and welcoming people
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Discover a historic village in the region
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Know the past life of African slaves in Colombia
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Enjoy African culture and traditions
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Eat an authentic meal of Palenque
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Feel the respect of your time with a private tour
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Take unforgettable photos at your own pace
What is the price for the Palenque private tour?
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HOW MANY ARE YOU? |
PRICE PER GROUP |
|---|---|
| 1-4 | 120 $ us |
| 5-8 | 150 $ us |
| 9-14 | 180 $ us |
| 15-22 | 263 $ us |
| 23-40 |
380 $ us |
How long is the tour and the itinerary?
The tour in Palenque starts at 9h00 am at your hotel and ends at 5h00 pm at your hotel, therefore 8 hours.
ITINERARY
- Departure from your hotel around 09h00 am
- Arrival in Palenque around 10h30 am
- Central park of the village and church of Palenque
- Monument to Benkos Bioho
- Traditional singers and musicians
- Break for dinner ($)
- Mapale Dance Show / Bullerengue ($)
- Departure from Palenque around 3h30 pm
- Arrival in Cartagena at 5h00 pm
Details of the San Basilio de Palenque private tour
The village was founded by slaves who fled the city of Cartagena de
Indias in the sixteenth century and released by Benkos Bioho. The word
"palenque" refers to fences erected by black slaves who escaped from
the Spanish during the colonial era. San Basilio de Palenque was
declared Cultural and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2005.
Your tour begins at the central park of the village where a local guide
teaches you some basic words in their language "Palenquero" as well as
to know the exciting and courageous history of the people of this
village. You will know the Benkos Bioho monument and take a typical
meal of the community on a terrace of a traditional house.
After a brief visit of the village, you will appreciate the talent of
Batata music students who will do some songs and dances under the
rhythms of Mapalé and Bullerengue ($), and who have a great influence
on the musical identity of Colombians in the region. You will
appreciate the musicians and the dancers who will invite you to dance
with them under the central gazebo of the vilage.
Dinner is not included, but we strongly suggest you take this option
because the meal is excellent with a huge fish on a banana leaf,
coconut rice, plantains, salad and a typical drink called "agua" panela
".
What is included and not included in the tour?
Tour includes- Roundtrip transportation from your hotel
- Local guide at Palenque
- Guided and private tour in Spanish or English (basic)
- Air conditioning vehicle
Tour not includes
- Mapale / Bullerengue dancing show
- Personal expenses
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Images of the Palenque tour
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