Zenú Indigenous Heritage Tour in Cartagena

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

This tour is part of our H.E.A.R.T. Experiences at Impulse Travel - Go deep into indigenous Zenú culture and learn directly from them about their heritage, history, and most recognized handcrafts in a weaving workshop and visit to Cartagena's Gold Museum.

What's Included

Donations to ASOMAIZ and FEM (local indigenous development organizations)
Impulse Insurance
Knowledgeable guide in English and/or Spanish.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Entry tickets to attractions mentioned.
Food and beverages
Optional tips and gratuities.

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick up service from Cartagena hotels or accommodations. Please enter your pick up details. *Note: Hotels in Manzanillo area have an additional cost. Please contact us to arrange it.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    On this tour, you will be picked up at your hotel to take you to Zenú Gold Museum where you will see amazing gold ornaments crafted by ancient Zenú indigenous. The Zenú indigenous guide will give you a deep insight and further information of the pieces and their iconography full of meaning and history that reflects Zenú’s worldview.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    After the visit, you will head the 20 de Julio neighborhood, a peripheral area in Cartagena, where the Ninha workshop takes place. When you arrive, you will meet resilient indigenous women who lead this weaving project and workshop as a way to support their families and keep alive their endangered indigenous heritage. Through this group of women, you will get to know the history of the Zenú people, the struggles they have faced, and their story of resilience. Also, you will learn the process of Caña Flecha, the primary raw material used to make their woven crafts, on how to weave with this material, and which are the symbolic meanings of the famous Sombrero Vueltiao. During the workshop, you can enjoy a traditional maize and coconut beverage and a snack.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes as well as taking sunscreen and a hat or cap.
  • Minimum age requirement is 5 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Changes on the tour may occur due to external factors. These changes will be notified to you with anticipation.
  • This tour includes insurance. Please send passport number to tour operator to make it effective.
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Volunteer Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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