Visit San Basilio de Palenque with a Female Native

4.9
(35 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Let's meet at 8: 30 am at "Plaza de la Aduana"to will take you to discover our african roots. This place was a slave' s market where africans. From here we take private transportation to go to "San Basilio de Palenque". On this trip we explain slave's route and strategies to escape from Spanish and found this town in 1603 and reach their freedom in 1713. At the moment we get there, our native guide will take us around the town and teach us it´s history, traditions and beliefs. .
This town still keep the African spirit and it's easy to feel it since we get there. We visit the main square where Benkos Biohó is honored as the founder . We understand the importance of the legacy that Africans left in our culture. With a drum performance we witness their passion for music and dancing.
. We have a local rum and sweet tasting . At the end of this experience you will be able to understand our roots and the influence of Africans in our culture. We are back in downtown at 1:00 pm.

What's Included

Visita de Coliseo de Boxeo
Show de Tambores
Bottled water
Casa konbilesa Mi
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fotografías en murales

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas (Pass by)

    The biggest fort in América

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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