Cartagena: full day experience in Palenque: Africa in America Discount Tickets

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.)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

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.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Local guide

Bottled water

Local and traditional activities

Snacks

Lunch

Class of Palenquero Languague

Visit to local musicians

Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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.