Design and Craft a Raffia Bag in Puerto Plata

Duration2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

Get ready to dive into the world of The Espadrilles Experience creators the experience that's been buzzing on BuzzFeed, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and more. And now, we're back with something cool: The Raffia Palm Workshop.

Here, you'll customize your very own raffia palm bag, the ultimate traditional and fancy accessory. Perfect for family and kids.

We'll meet at our workshop, where you can check out the finished products and all the materials you'll be working with. Our artisans will help you throughout the experience, handing you materials, offering explanations, and giving you the tools you need.

The real highlight? It's getting hands-on, creating something uniquely your own. Whether you're with family, friends, or a couple, it's the perfect opportunity to bond, share stories, savor some delicious snacks and champagne, and immerse yourself in this rich tradition.

And when it's all done, you'll head home with your very own masterpiece and unique memories to share.

What's included

Instructions from our skilled artisans
We can organize pick up at the cruise port if needed
Snacks
All the materials and tools needed for the workshop
Champagne (Must be 18+)

What to expect

Puerto Plata's only Raffia Bag Experience!

Explore the history of the traditional Raffia bags, craft your own and take it home as the most amazing souvenir. Perfect for any age.

We will meet at our workshop filled with materials, tools and finished products. Where you will become an insider on the whole process of crafting a fashion bag and find out the secrets of this tradition.

Together with master artisans you will craft your own Raffia bag. Handpicking out of thousands of different combinations, you will chose the size of the bag, colors, words and the handles. You can even stitch your name on it!

At the end, when trying on your creation, you will feel like a true artisan. And will get a wearable memory of Puerto Plata (hardly available to visitors) and a really cool story to tell.

Puerto Plata

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We’ll meet directly at our workshop in Calle Duarte 37, located on the corner of Umbrella Street in Puerto Plata. Look for our beautiful pink shop covered in flowers, you can’t miss it!

PARTICIPANTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE WORKSHOP MORE THAN 15 MINUTES AFTER THE START TIME

End point

We’ll meet directly at our workshop in Calle Duarte 37, located on the corner of Umbrella Street in Puerto Plata. Look for our beautiful pink shop covered in flowers, you can’t miss it!

PARTICIPANTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE WORKSHOP MORE THAN 15 MINUTES AFTER THE START TIME

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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