Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Feel the ancestral strength of San Basilio de Palenque, the first free town in South America and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site. On this journey, you will discover the history of the Cimarrones who defied slavery, where alongside Benkos Biohó emerges the voice of Orika, a warrior whose words and courage inspired Palenquero resistance. Among streets filled with art, music, and tradition, you will feel the living heritage of a community that never stopped fighting.
(This experience has been with us since 2014 — we were the first to bring foreigners to Palenque.)
What's included
Local guide
Bottled water
Local and traditional activities
Snacks
Lunch
Class of Palenquero Languague
Visit to local musicians
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Parque centenario
5m
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.
San Basilio De Palenque
5h
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.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
At the obelisk of the Centenario's Park.
End point
At the obelisk of the Centenario's Park.
Pickup details
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.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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.
Since most activities in Palenque rely on voluntary tips, we suggest carrying cash.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
