Hands‑On Colombian Emerald Polishing Experience

4.9
(10 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

What sets this activity apart is the exclusive combination of hands-on craftsmanship and cultural exploration. You’ll not only learn to polish emeralds with expert guidance, but also visit the renowned Emerald Museum, home to the impressive Petra emerald cluster. Plus, you’ll leave with a polished emerald you personally polished. This authentic experience provides deeper insight, memorable learning, and a personal connection to Colombia’s precious stones.

What's Included

Bottled water
Tour escort/host
Basic polishing tools
1 of the 3 emerald you polish
Coffee and/or Tea
Certificate of attendance
2 of the 3 emeralds you polish

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The exact pickup location will be arranged after the reservation through communication with the guest.

OR
Meeting point

By car, once you are in the Bocagrande neighborhood, take Carrera 2 until you reach 4th street, then turn onto Carrera 3, followed by a turn onto 5th street. The meeting point will be halfway down the street, on your right side.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Explore the vibrant world of emerald polishing in Colombia! Challenge your skills, learn traditional techniques, and uncover the beauty of Colombia’s famous emerald industry. With guidance from a skilled expert, you'll get hands-on experience turning three raw emeralds into polished cabochons. You can then choose one to take home as a keepsake from the Colombian mountains. This activity is a perfect blend of culture, craftsmanship, and regional richness, creating a truly memorable experience.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by CARIBE Jewelry

Tags

Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Art Classes
Craft Classes
Shore Excursions
Small Group
DSA non-compliant
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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4.9 Based on 10 10 reviews
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