Secret Cartagena Journey – Community Based Tourism

Day 2 – San Basilio de Palenque

Visit the Botanical Garden
This place is one of the last alive native forests in the region and home for more than 300 endemic species from Colombia´s Caribbean zone. Explore the different collections, follow the walking paths to find a water spring that runs even during the dry seasons. This the perfect place to become familiar with regional wildlife and flora. Later on your trip you will appreciate these individuals even more.

San Basilio de Palenque the first free town in America
A piece of Africa in Colombia. Palenque is considered a Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. One of the reasons is that “Palenqueros” how they call themselves, have their own language with more than 33.000 speakers. It is seen as a source of cultural resistance, identity, and self-belonging. Find the hidden flavors of the Palenquera cooking, winner of the international contest: the Gourmand cookbook in 2014.

Day 3 – Pueblo de Barú

This small untouched paradise with warm turquoise waters, invites to relax and enjoy nature. You will be delighted by the Wildlife variety. It is an ideal place for bird watching, mangrove exploring, trekking and snorkeling. A guide from the town will take you around to understand the dynamics of the place, admire the beautiful wooden houses and share with the wonderful people of the Pueblo de Barú, a secret wonder to preserve.

Explore this place walking around the dirt streets, enjoy the beauty of the mangrove and understand the current situation of the traditional inhabitants in Colombia. Admire the empowerment of the community , support the entrepreneur efforts of the inhabitants and help them to keep their traditions alive.

Day 4 – Departure Day

Take your flight home at any time. You can also extend your time in Colombia by asking us about options or book in advance another Journey option!