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Tunkeka Indigenous People Cultural Tour
Santa Marta, Colombia
5 hours
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What You Will Do
If you are not into intense hikes, but still want to get the most out of Palomino, we highly recommend this experience. In this tour we will pick you up by motorbike from your hotel or inn. You will go around the area of the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta where an indigenous community settles. Here you will be able to meet the community, learn about their handicrafts, customs and beliefs. Besides you will be able to swim and relax in the rivers near the area. A day to disconnect and reconnect with different ways of living.
- A trip by motorbike
- A short lesson on how indigenous near the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta live.
- The experience of learning about customs and beliefs of indigenous people
- The chance to have unique handicraft made by Tunkeka people
- A trip by motorbike
- A short lesson on how indigenous near the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta live.
- The experience of learning about customs and beliefs of indigenous people
- The chance to have unique handicraft made by Tunkeka people
What's Included?
- All-risk insurance
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Tour Guide
What's Not Included?
- Extra purchase
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Palomino
5 hours
Are you more into getting in touch with locals? Come and meet the real guardians of nature! Palomino is near the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta and around this area there are several indigenous tribes. One of those is the Kogui people who live with their communities near the river and deep in nature. Join us in an immersive experience of knowing the Tunkeka town and these indigenous people. In this tour, the guide will pick you up and you will go by motorbike from Palomino and near the foothills of the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta. You will get to the territory of the Kogui indigenous people. Learn about their ways of living, their connection to medicinal plants and nature. Listen to them talk about their history and their beliefs and share with them. Enjoy the interaction and the cultural lesson on indigenous legacy in our country. Afterwards you will also have the chance to swim in the cold fresh river and have a moment of relaxation for yourself.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Gran Colombia Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Bring comfortable shoes and water. Keep hydrating constantly and use sunscreen
- Be aware that transport of this tour will be by motorbike
- The Tour Guide will contact you the day before in case you have any questions or assist you with any requirements
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Spanish
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