The AfroColombian Experience

Discover the parts of Medellin you never knew existed with an immersive Afro-Colombian history experience. Take in the less mainstream influences of Medellin through food, music, and dance.

Book with only a $250 Deposit

Max group size 15

Roommate matching for solo travelers

Limited spots available

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Itinerary (Tentative)

7 days/ 6 nights

Starting at $1750 (double occupancy)

$2150 (single occupancy)*

*Roommate matching for solo travelers

Day 1: Arrival

Arrive via private transportation to the hotel in the middle of Poblado, a trendy sector full of nice restaurants and nightlife. Check-in is at 3:00 pm. Plan to arrive before 6:00 pm so you'll make it to the welcome dinner.

Meet the rest of the group at the welcome dinner.

Day 2: Comuna 13/Black Joy Parade

Learn about the history and influence of the AfroColombian population in one of the most trendy and artistic neighborhoods in the city, Comuna 13.

Next, practice a traditional dance to practice in a Black Joy parade led by an AfroColombain live band through an AfroColombian neighborhood.

(In the evening, there's an optional Salsa Class at a Salsa club that starts around 7:30.)*

*based on availability

Day 3: Coffee Tour

Spend the morning taking in the aroma of one of Colombia's prize exports, the coffee bean. Participate in the cultivation process from start to cup and sip on a cup of authentic, organic coffee. Dress up in traditional coffee farmer clothes and take home a bag of authentic Colombian coffee.

Day 4: Guatape/Glamping

Scale the over 700 steps to see the spectacular view of Colombia's countryside. Then, spend the afternoon walking around one of the most colorful towns in the world before going glamping *.
Helicopter ride can be arranged for a fee.
*Glamping tent or ecolodge bungalow

Day 5: Glamping

Wake up after a calm night disconnected from the real world and connected to nature ready to cruise around the peaceful reservoir of Guatape on a boat. You'll see impressive mansions including the abandoned mansion of Pablo Escobar. The option to wakeboard and Jetski is available. In the afternoon we'll return to Medellin.

Day 6: Beauty/Health Day

Spend the day getting beautified and pampered. Get your hair braided, nails done, facials, or spend a day at the spa for a fraction of the price. Go visit health providers. (Services have an additional cost)

Option to go on extra excursions like paragliding or a Pablo Escobar Tour

Evening: Goodbye dinner is an AfroColombian gastronomy experience. Learn how to cook the flavors of the Pacific Coast including how to prepare cocktails with a traditional liquor.