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Tours/Cartagena/Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena

Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena

5.0(25)Cartagena6 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR5.0(23)
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
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Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena
Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena

At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Price from
$157 / person
Location
Cartagena, Colombia
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 25 reviews
Languages
EN, FR, ES
Group
Small group, up to 25
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
VAMOS A PALENQUE TOURS

Description

Experience a unique and transformative adventure in Palenque, the first free town in America! Immerse yourself in the history of the struggle for freedom of enslaved Africans and discover the cultural traditions that have endured for generations. This tour is an authentic connection to the rhythms, flavors, and ancestral knowledge of this emblematic community. Available schedules with departures from Cartagena: Morning: 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Return 1:30 - 2:00 p.m. Afternoon: 11:00 - 11:30 a.m. Return 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. Includes: ✔ Guided tour by a local Palenquero ✔ Live cultural showcase: music, traditional dances, and ancestral storytelling. ✔ Tasting of traditional sweets, traditional rum (ñeque), and a delicious lunch prepared by Palenquero women. ✔ Workshop on Palenquero language, traditional medicine, and production of traditional rum. ✅ Do you prefer the morning or afternoon departure? Choose your schedule and live this unforgettable experience!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 18–59)
$157
Senior (ages 60–80)
$157
Youth (ages 12–17)
$157
Child (ages 2–11)
$157
Infant (ages 1–1)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

A corner of Africa in Colombia

Pickup included

Itinerary

San Basilio De Palenque
360 min

In the company of a bilingual native guide, you will start this journey at the iconic Monument to Benkos Biohó, where you will relive the history of resistance and freedom that marked our continent. Music and Tradition: Visit the house of the famous group Kombilesa Mi and dare to play their ancestral instruments alongside local musicians and enjoy the presentation of different traditional dances and a drum show.️ Living Heritage: Explore the Casa Museo with traditional objects (stools, mortars) and the Medicine Patio Sikito, where you will discover the healing power of plants. Flavor and Sport: Taste and participate in the preparation of typical sweets and the authentic traditional rum (ñeke). Experience a fun boxing class inspired by the legacy of champion Kid Pambelé. Nature and History: Get to know the creek, a source of water from Palenque.️ Enjoy a typical lunch (coconut rice with fish). Do you prefer chicken, pork, or a vegetarian option?

What's included

Included
Tour of the community where you will discover the emblematic places of San Basilio de Palenque.
Bottled water
Traditional rum tasting (Ñeke)
Traditional Palenquero lunch
Historical discussion about the leader Benkos Bioho
Air-conditioned vehicle
Presentation of the different traditional Palenque dances
Tasting of sweets
Not included
Sunscreen and insect repellent

Pickup Locations & Times

Inform the name of the hotel or the address of the pickup location and provide a phone number preferably with WhatsApp. Precise, timely, and effective communication between travelers and the agency to ensure the pickup.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
25 reviews
5
25
4
0
3
0
2
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1
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How it compares in Cartagena

  • Rated higher than 85% of 415 reviewed tours in Cartagena
  • Starting price $157 is 43% above the typical $110 for tours of similar length in Cartagena

Excurgo comparison of 1,340 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena take?

Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena cost?

Prices start at $157 per person for this Cartagena experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

How much does Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena cost for children?

Children aged 2–11 pay from $157, adults from $157. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Inform the name of the hotel or the address of the pickup location and provide a phone number preferably with WhatsApp. Precise, timely, and effective communication between travelers and the agency to ensure the pickup. Pickup points include Casa Hostal Bahia, Hotel Pueblito Playa.

What languages is Cultural excursion to Palenque from Cartagena offered in?

The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(25)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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carmenpB452FB
August 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Trip to Palenque

Excellent service, they accompanied us throughout the entire journey and tour with kindness. Without a doubt, I would do it again with the same tourism agency

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David_P
November 28, 2025 · via Viator
Great experience in Palenque

It's a wonderful experience where you meet some locals and learn first hand about this town and it's importance in the history of Colombia and freedom.

Operator response

David, thank you very much for visiting Palenque, even more so for allowing us to be your hosts for this experience. Always remember 'Travel to evolve'

S
sharron_s
September 19, 2025 · via Viator
Interesting

We thought this would be a group excursion, but it was more personal. The tour guide provided us an education while the hired driver served as the camera crew. My friend, an elementary teacher, learned a lot that she could share with her students. With Hispanic heritage month coming up, she said she would have a lot of Information to provide to the students. I felt as though I too received a greater understanding of Palenque. My only gripe was the tour guide answered a lot of phone calls. That's not professional. That aside, my friend loved the fish dish at lunch. I felt the dance performance/interaction by the youth and meeting Ms. Rupert was amazing!

Operator response

Thank you for your opinion regarding the experience in Palenque, we are pleased that it serves as a learning opportunity for you, your colleague's profession, and the students. We take your suggestion about our guide very seriously; it allows us to improve our service. We look forward to seeing you again in San Basilio de Palenque. Remember to Travel to Evolve.

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X6937RKjuliand
September 12, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience

Of the best trips we have made as a family, an unforgettable experience, beautiful scenery, very nice people, guides 10 out of 10, everything 10 out of 10, 100% recommended this destination.

Operator response

Gracias a ti y tu familia por darnos la oportunidad de compartir esta linda experiencia con ustedes, nos vemos pronto. Ata uto vega

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Flyer644375
September 10, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Best Car Service 👌🏽

I took a tour of Palenque recently and the experince was 10/10. Elki I highly recommend! He picked me up from my hotel which was greatly appreciated and also brings you back. He was on time and so sweet 🤗 If you want a safe driver who also is from Palenque (bonus!!!) book this car serviced ASAP!!!!!!!!! ¡Vamos Elki 💯!

Operator response

Thank you so much for trusting us with this wonderful experience... Ata uto vega

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m_nicamar_ay2025
September 4, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Palenque a show

We made the trip to Palenque with my friends and colleagues in the company of the Palenque tour agency we were accompanied by carme perez a very friendly and charming guide, friendly and pleasant to treat We received very clear information regarding the history of Saint Basil of Palenque, it was very important and very helpful that there was accompanying us on this beautiful tour, thanks to it I could know many things of Palenque, among them also highlight the food and attention which was very good, I highlight that the attention started with the pickup at the airport. Thank you very much to the agency for joining us on this beautiful tour. I only have to recommend them.

Operator response

Gracias a ti por elegirnos para vivir la experiencia en San Basilio de Palenque. Nos llena de entusiasmo saber que estamos que estamos cumpliendo con las expectativas de nuestros clientes. Recuerda "Viajar para evolucionar"

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200edelmiraa
July 20, 2025 · via Tripadvisor

Many thanks to the agency palenque Tour for its excellent services , we were super pleased with the warm attention with which we were treated, the tour started with our pickup from the hotel and then we moved in comfortable air-conditioned to saint basil of palenque, it was very interesting to know first hand all the history of this town and the sweets are the best , they should always taste them (the horse and the joy ) were the ones that I liked the most.

Operator response

Nos complace su opinión para el servicio brindado. fue un gusto brindarle la atención.

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N696TPwendyv
July 16, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Time in Family

We made the trip to Palenque as a family in company with the Palenque tour agency accompanied us Carmen, a very friendly, friendly and pleasant guide to treat. We received a very clear and detailed explanation about the history of Saint Basil of Palenque, I am very grateful for your company. He also highlighted the food and attention which was very good. I highlight that the attention started with the airport pickup. Thank you very much to the agency for joining us. I only have to recommend them!

Operator response

Gracias por vivir esta experiencia con nosotros. Nos complace saber que la atención fue placentera para ustedes

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pedrocI8613PZ
July 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
I loved the food and the people are super chevere

I loved going to palenque. Its culture is amazing and its food is spectacular, plus people are very friendly throughout the tour

Operator response

Siempre serán recibidos en el primer pueblo libre de América.

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llerlynv
July 12, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
100% recommended, we had a great experience.

Very grateful and satisfied with the attention of this agency, I would really return to my family, palenque is a show, its culture and beliefs are unique.

Operator response

Gracias por hacernos participes de su experiencia en Palenque, para nosotros fue un honor servirles. Recuerde siempre "Viajar para evolucionar"

$157/ person
5.0(25)
Duration6 hours
LanguagesEN, FR, ES
ConfirmationInstant
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