Unique things to do in Bolivar
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Unique things to do in Bolivar

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Experience the Africa hidden in Colombia
We will take a cultural walk around the Palenqe of Benkos, off the beaten path, where you will be immersed in the Africa hidden in Colombia. We named it Black Legacy Experience, because it is definitely an essential place for our black history in Colombia. This town hosts a sort of spin off of Cartagena's history in timeline. We are new in Airbnb, but you can check out a bit of our trajectory on IG @blacklegacyexperiences We’ll pick you up, and here begins our journey. We’ll be on the road for around 60 minutes. There, we meet our friend, the native guide and we start our walk. We visit meaningful spots such as the monuments of Benkos Biohó (the town founder) and Kid Pambelé (World Boxing Champion) and the Traditional medicine yard, among others. After that, we conclude with a glorious traditional lunch. We also learn some words in their language as we tell you the story, so you'll be able to greet natives and you'll receive, not only their greeting back, but also their smiles. So, be prepared to interact and experience this community of resistant and warm people. BTW: We manage this experience by private circles for your safety and comfort, so please check your price depending on the number of people you’re coming with. Applies for solo, couple or group travelers. Any questions, DO NOT hesitate to contact us. Sigifredo Calvo is our friend and vehicle provider
Traditional Cooking Class In A Restaurant Of The Old City
For more than 2 hours we will be in the kitchen of our restaurant located in the heart of the historic center of Cartagena with two professional chefs! we will share our cooking techniques and the stories behind the recipes and ingredients. we will get down to work with aprons and hats! the first thing will be to start preparing the coconut rice from scratch (which we will use for the service of the restaurant), then we will prepare the crunchy patacones, then the drink typical of our city called agua panela, later we are going to prepare the typical fish of Cartagena: Mojarra roja al papillon (a recipe loved by our ancestors), then while we wait for the fish is ready we can dance for a while the typical music because our chef loves to dance! then we will start with the empanadas preparing the dough and the fillings and at the end we will eat everything prepared in the restaurant while we share our cooking experience and get to know each other better! Other things to note It does not matter if you do not eat meat, if you are a pecetarian, or if you require a gluten-free diet, we can accommodate you in this class! For assist to our cooking class we will give you a 20% discount bonus on your next visit to our restaurant :)
WALK, TASTE AND ENJOY CARTAGENA WITH ANITA
It's an experience where you'll learn about our history and legends in a fun way, while discovering the flavors of our land. It's the perfect opportunity to orient yourself and decide which places you'd like to explore further during your stay. 1. We'll kick off our journey at the heart of the city, the clock tower. 2. We'll soak in the enchantment of Getsemani with its vibrant art scene, and indulge in a delightful stop at the bay to uncover the products that charmed sailors during colonial times. As we stroll along the Umbrella Street and other colorful spots, we'll delve into the city's origins. 3. Next, we'll unveil the hidden history behind the old buildings in Centro and Santo Domingo. We'll snap a photo with the Palenqueras, savor delicious cocadas, and visit iconic landmarks such as Santo Domingo Square, the Cathedral, the Palace of the Inquisition, and the Zenu Gold Museum. And don't forget to take advantage of the stunning and colorful gates for some great photo opportunities. 4. Finally, we'll conclude our journey in the San Diego area. Here, we'll explore an architectural gem of the city—the Circus Theater—and learn about the significance of Cerro de la Popa, San Felipe Castle, and the city walls. Before wrapping up, we'll treat ourselves to a typical Arepa and juice. By the end of our adventure, I'm confident you'll love Cartagena as much as I do.
Punta Arena Kayak Excursion
In this experience you will enjoy sailing the Caribbean Sea on a kayak, until you reach Tierra Bomba Island enjoying beautiful landscapes, a special view of the city, different shades of water and its clear sandy beaches. Itinerary * 8:00 am Departure from Castillogrande Beach * 11: 00 am Return to Cartagena. The excursion is subject to weather conditions. Other things to note It is essential to have a passport image or identity document to process the traveler's insurance, the use of face masks is required during the activity, the use of antibacterial gel is guaranteed before starting the activity and it is requested to comply with the minimum distance of 4 mt in the Water.
Street Food cooking class & Mojito making & Fruit tasting
We invite you to cook in our House the most popular street food recipes in a 100% hands on cooking class. Prepare and enjoy a delicious cocktail, Mojito de Lulo, while you learn how to make Cheese Arepas, Patacones and Empanadas from scratch with different fillings and sweet and savory combinations. After cooking, enjoy your own meals accompanied by an ice-cold beer while sharing some travel stories. More dates available in Cook in Cartagena .com

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Visit Palenque with the only female native guide of the town
"By booking this experience, you are supporting a Latina woman entrepreneur, the only two women guides from Palenque and the children dancing school (We are the only experience who supports them) . Let's empower women and shine bright!" We'll embark on a scenic drive to Palenque, which takes approximately an hour and a half. Upon arrival, María Belén or Darly will warmly welcome you, offering a genuine insight into their culture and traditions. During your visit, you'll delve into the strategies that enabled San Basilio de Palenque to establish itself as the first free town in America. Witness how they have diligently preserved their traditions for over 400 years. Additionally, you'll immerse yourself in the rich Afro-Colombian heritage, gaining knowledge about their religious practices, funeral rites, vibrant dances, and cuisine. Then, we will visit the children's dance school, which has been born as an initiative to preserve the Palenquero traditions from the love for the drum and its dialect to the different rhythms and dances. We will witness how the children of this beautiful town enjoy their roots and traditions. The conclusion of your journey, you'll depart with a piece of Palenque embedded in your heart and cherished memories. Note: Picking up locations are in old city, bocagrande, manga and laguito.
Experience the Africa hidden in Colombia
We will take a cultural walk around the Palenqe of Benkos, off the beaten path, where you will be immersed in the Africa hidden in Colombia. We named it Black Legacy Experience, because it is definitely an essential place for our black history in Colombia. This town hosts a sort of spin off of Cartagena's history in timeline. We are new in Airbnb, but you can check out a bit of our trajectory on IG @blacklegacyexperiences We’ll pick you up, and here begins our journey. We’ll be on the road for around 60 minutes. There, we meet our friend, the native guide and we start our walk. We visit meaningful spots such as the monuments of Benkos Biohó (the town founder) and Kid Pambelé (World Boxing Champion) and the Traditional medicine yard, among others. After that, we conclude with a glorious traditional lunch. We also learn some words in their language as we tell you the story, so you'll be able to greet natives and you'll receive, not only their greeting back, but also their smiles. So, be prepared to interact and experience this community of resistant and warm people. BTW: We manage this experience by private circles for your safety and comfort, so please check your price depending on the number of people you’re coming with. Applies for solo, couple or group travelers. Any questions, DO NOT hesitate to contact us. Sigifredo Calvo is our friend and vehicle provider
Traditional Cooking Class In A Restaurant Of The Old City
For more than 2 hours we will be in the kitchen of our restaurant located in the heart of the historic center of Cartagena with two professional chefs! we will share our cooking techniques and the stories behind the recipes and ingredients. we will get down to work with aprons and hats! the first thing will be to start preparing the coconut rice from scratch (which we will use for the service of the restaurant), then we will prepare the crunchy patacones, then the drink typical of our city called agua panela, later we are going to prepare the typical fish of Cartagena: Mojarra roja al papillon (a recipe loved by our ancestors), then while we wait for the fish is ready we can dance for a while the typical music because our chef loves to dance! then we will start with the empanadas preparing the dough and the fillings and at the end we will eat everything prepared in the restaurant while we share our cooking experience and get to know each other better! Other things to note It does not matter if you do not eat meat, if you are a pecetarian, or if you require a gluten-free diet, we can accommodate you in this class! For assist to our cooking class we will give you a 20% discount bonus on your next visit to our restaurant :)
WALK, TASTE AND ENJOY CARTAGENA WITH ANITA
It's an experience where you'll learn about our history and legends in a fun way, while discovering the flavors of our land. It's the perfect opportunity to orient yourself and decide which places you'd like to explore further during your stay. 1. We'll kick off our journey at the heart of the city, the clock tower. 2. We'll soak in the enchantment of Getsemani with its vibrant art scene, and indulge in a delightful stop at the bay to uncover the products that charmed sailors during colonial times. As we stroll along the Umbrella Street and other colorful spots, we'll delve into the city's origins. 3. Next, we'll unveil the hidden history behind the old buildings in Centro and Santo Domingo. We'll snap a photo with the Palenqueras, savor delicious cocadas, and visit iconic landmarks such as Santo Domingo Square, the Cathedral, the Palace of the Inquisition, and the Zenu Gold Museum. And don't forget to take advantage of the stunning and colorful gates for some great photo opportunities. 4. Finally, we'll conclude our journey in the San Diego area. Here, we'll explore an architectural gem of the city—the Circus Theater—and learn about the significance of Cerro de la Popa, San Felipe Castle, and the city walls. Before wrapping up, we'll treat ourselves to a typical Arepa and juice. By the end of our adventure, I'm confident you'll love Cartagena as much as I do.
Specialty Colombian Coffee - Coffee Tasting
Discover the pinnacle of excellence in Colombian specialty coffee tasting. Learn to distinguish and taste a unique smoothness, of the highest quality worldwide. Our experience takes you on an incomparable sensory journey, where each sip is a masterpiece that awakens your senses. You will get to know the fascinating world of Colombian specialty coffees through a unique sensory experience. You will discover first hand why we are the best mild coffee in the world! You will get to know the coffee from its plantation to its transformation. We will guide you through a cupping experience, stimulating your senses with a variety of textures and aromas, so that you can appreciate and distinguish the unique profiles of our specialty coffees, elaborated with sophisticated extraction methods. You will develop your sensory skills, learning to discern the diverse nuances of body and flavor that coffee offers. You will discover your personal preferences and learn to identify them with confidence. Join the fascinating world of Colombian specialty coffee.
Bike in the walled city of Cartagena
We will be biking under our project called Free Biking Tour cartagena, which we started making project out of our love for biking. Today, after many years, we have now created the most successful, best-rated & official biking tour company in Cartagena! We will meet up, we will adjust our bikes and bike around the city, making many stops to talk, ask questions and take pictures. Our purpose is to give you a real experience of what living in Cartagena can feel like, while showing you all the tricks and hidden gems that may be found in this city. This tour is a perfect introduction to this city: we will show you all of the old city and later you can choose what you want to see and do more! This tour includes all the must-see areas of the old city, including the magic in the Centenario park and local vibes and graffiti art of Getsemani! To top it off, we will bike around on our unique custom-made Colombian flag colored bikes desinged by Jose. Biking will be in a nice pace so you have time to enjoy the views, colors, architecture, but yet we will have a cooling breeze which makes biking easier than walking! NB! Our team is trained by the Colombian government accoring to the latest safety requirements and measures & your tour will be lead by a licensed tour guide! Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts!
Bike Ride & Lunch at Anthony Bourdain Favorite Culinary Spot
NO TOMES EL AUTOBÚS, NI EL TAXI, HAZLO DE LA MANERA MÁS DIVERTIDA; EN BICICLETA Y AL ESTILO DE FOOD NETWORK! Una experiencia única y exclusiva; pensando en aquellos aventureros que buscan y gustan de lo original. Paseamos en bicicleta, visitando los lugares más icónicos y pintorescos, haciendo fotos y videos durante como lo hacia Anthony Bourdain! Esta es una experiencia turística gastronómica única en su tipo, donde tendrás la oportunidad de conocer la REAL CARTAGENA, visitando sus barrios GETSEMANI (clasificado como uno de los mejores barrios del mundo por FORBES y TRAVELERS), MANGA, LA POPA y BARRIO CHINO. El MERCADO DE BAZURTO; un lugar mítico y desconocido; para quien no lo conozca, es difícil encontrar las joyas culinarias que allí se esconden. Una vez dentro del MERCADO DE BAZURTO; almorzaremos en el restaurante "CECILIA" , lugar escogido por Anthony Bourdain para degustar la verdadera comida local de Cartagena. MIRA, SIENTE, COMPARTE Y SABOREA LA VERDADERA CARTAGENA!
Punta Arena Kayak Excursion
In this experience you will enjoy sailing the Caribbean Sea on a kayak, until you reach Tierra Bomba Island enjoying beautiful landscapes, a special view of the city, different shades of water and its clear sandy beaches. Itinerary * 8:00 am Departure from Castillogrande Beach * 11: 00 am Return to Cartagena. The excursion is subject to weather conditions. Other things to note It is essential to have a passport image or identity document to process the traveler's insurance, the use of face masks is required during the activity, the use of antibacterial gel is guaranteed before starting the activity and it is requested to comply with the minimum distance of 4 mt in the Water.
Fun Scooter Ride Through Cartagena And The Mythical Getsemani
DO not WALK! Come and discover in the FASTEST, FRESHEST and FUN way; the beautiful WALLED CITY and the legendary GETSEMANI NEIGHBORHOOD (rated one of the best tourist neighborhoods by FORBES and TRAVELERS)! During the journey we will take PHOTOS and VIDEO for you to take the digital souvenir of this fun and cultural outdoor experience. In the Historic Center we will relax feeling the fresh air of the Caribbean Sea that reaches the city through its walls, we will get to know the most interesting, beautiful and curious places. Upon arriving in Getsemaní we can appreciate its murals, share with locals and other visitors who consider this beautiful neighborhood their favorite place. This is a unique experience, which will allow you to appreciate the best points of interest between Cartagena and the Getsemaní neighborhood. This is the most acclaimed electric scooter experience on Cartagena travel platforms!!
Colombian craft beer tasting with ceviche and sandwich
Artisanal craft beers have been gaining popularity across various regions, and Colombia, including the vibrant city of Cartagena, is no exception to this delightful trend. Our aim is to lead you on a captivating journey, immersing you in the world of both regional and national beers. Prepare to uncover the intricacies of beer production, understanding the unique processes that shape their flavors. During this experience, your taste buds will embark on an adventure of their own, savoring the profiles of 8 distinct beers hailing from various esteemed producers. Complementing these exquisite brews choosing between a delightful sandwich or a savory ceviche to accompany these exquisite brews, creating a personalized culinary experience.
Photos to remember & discover Cartagena
PLEASE READ!! VERY IMPORTANT The experience is private, which means that as soon as someone, a couple or a group makes a reservation, I'll block the other available seats. This is an ideal experience for anyone who would like to learn about Cartagena's history while getting great photos on the way. We will go to the most beautiful and emblematic places in the city. You'll learn about them while I also take pictures of you with my camera using the best backgrounds that Cartagena has to offer. We'll discuss the cultural and historical aspects of the city while we walk and then once we're there, I'll focus on getting the most memorable pictures according to your style (for more of my work, check my IG @anabenedetti25) We can spend more time taking pictures if you want or viceversa! I'll give you my recommendations regarding your pose, your best angle, the best perspective for the photo, but most importantly I'll listen to your ideas and do my best to make your ideal photo a reality. We'll repeat a shot as many times as necessary, I'm very patient and I enjoy the whole process. After 3 days, I'll send you a folder with ALL the unedited. After you send me your list of 22 favorites, I'll be delivering you 22 high quality edited photos with lots of love after 5 days! (individual=22 edits, couples=30, 3-4 people= 40) (if you want more, we can come to an agreement!)
Most Complete Tour & Lunch At Anthony Bourdain Favorite Spot
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF CARTAGENA AND BARRIO GETSEMANI: ICONIC LANDMARKS AND CULINARY DELIGTHS AS ANTHONY BOURDAIN DID! Embark on a journey through the vibrant and enchanting city of Cartagena. This tour is designed to captivate your senses and create unforgettable memories. The Walled City: Step back in time as you explore the historic center of Cartagena, known as “The Walled City”. Enclosed by an imposing wall, this area is a treasure trove of brightly colored squares, majestic churches, and colonial houses adorned with intricate wrought-iron balconies. The heart of the city is marked by the iconic Clock Tower, a symbol of Cartagena's rich history. Bazurto Market: Experience the culinary magic of Cartagena at Chef Anthony Bourdain’s favorite spot, the Bazurto Market. This tour takes you to the heart of the market, where you'll have the opportunity to savor authentic Cartagena cuisine. From succulent meats, fresh seafood and local delicacies, your taste buds are in for a treat! Barrio Getsemaní: Discover why Forbes and Travelers magazine named Getsemaní among the “coolest” neighborhoods in the world in 2018. Strolling through the neighborhood is like walking into a vibrant, multicolored art gallery. The graffiti on the walls of the old mansions reveal the soul of a community that seems frozen in time, offering a unique and captivating experience.
From Seed to Sip Sip; Coffee Sensory Immersion in Cartagena
Get ready to elevate your senses to the most excellent tasting of Colombian premium coffee and immerse yourself in a world of aromas, flavors, and textures that will transport you to the peak of coffee quality. In our activity, you will immerse yourself in the magic of Colombian premium coffee through a unique sensory experience. You'll learn about the history of coffee, from its origins to its transformation, discovering the secrets of this beloved drink around the world. You're coming to our coffee lab, you'll experience the process that takes coffee from the bean at parchment to your cup. We will invite you to activate your taste and sensory senses through different elements and tasting textures, so you can appreciate and distinguish the characteristics of the various special coffee profiles we prepare using different mining methods. As you explore the flavors and textures of coffees, you'll develop basic sensory skills that will allow you to sense and distinguish the different nuances in terms of body that coffee can offer. You'll find your favorite coffee profile, understanding your preferences and knowing how to identify them. Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in this sensory experience and discover the fascinating world of good Colombian coffee..
Mágico ecotour para conocer la cienaga de la Caimanera
El recorrido inicia en la desembocadura de la ciénaga, donde todos los turistas se preparan para ponerse chalecos salvavidas seguros y subir a la embarcación, el recorrido se hace en canoa a remo, nuestro guía turístico, será mi padre, José Murillo “don cacha”, quien cuenta con más de 30 años de experiencia, llevando turistas por la ciénaga de la caimanera*. Navegaremos por sorprendentes túneles naturales, entre ellos: el túnel del amor, el del conquistador, "el cangrejal" y el "garzal", dónde veremos la fauna y flora del lugar. Son siete vueltas o curvas en el brazo principal de agua, para llegar a la parte más amplia de la ciénaga, donde haremos una parada en la Casa Flotante, aquí podrás disfrutar de snacks y bebidas, bañarte cerca de la casa, además de tomar espectaculares fotografías y disfrutar de la inmensidad y el silencio sinfónico del manglar. Durante todo el recorrido estarás en contacto con el manglar, donde podrás ver aves y animales en su entorno natural. Otros aspectos destacables El recorrido en este eco tour tiene una duración estimada entre 2 y 3 horas, aunque por lo general, depende del grupo de turistas, si quiere hacer un recorrido pausado para disfrutar desde la contemplación de los diferentes ambientes. *En ocasiones el tour lo puede llevar algún miembro de la familia o en compañía mi padre.
Street Food cooking class & Mojito making & Fruit tasting
We invite you to cook in our House the most popular street food recipes in a 100% hands on cooking class. Prepare and enjoy a delicious cocktail, Mojito de Lulo, while you learn how to make Cheese Arepas, Patacones and Empanadas from scratch with different fillings and sweet and savory combinations. After cooking, enjoy your own meals accompanied by an ice-cold beer while sharing some travel stories. More dates available in Cook in Cartagena .com
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