The AfroColombian Experience

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

Book with only a $250 Deposit

6 days/ 5 nights

Starting at $1749 (double occupancy)*

$2049 (single occupancy)

*Roommate matching for solo travelers

Max group size 15

Roommate matching for solo travelers

Limited spots available

Group Trip Application Call (Optional)
15 min
Free
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Itinerary (Tentative)

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. Dress in Black

Day 2: Comuna 13 & AfroColombian dance class

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

In the evening, there's an AfroColombian dance lesson followed by a Bunde. Bunde is a traditional celebratory communal dance reminiscent of collective dance experiences like second lines or a soul train.

Day 3: Art and Cooking Class

Reclaim ancestral knowledge of medicinal herbs and plants through an art class where you will learn about plants linked to customs throughout the African Diaspora. Then, continue with an AfroColombian cooking class implementing the knowledge learned in the art class and learning more ancestral cooking wisdom.

Free time

Day 4: Guatape

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 will be lakefront accommodations

Day 5: Relaxing in Guatape

Wake up after a calm night disconnected from the real world and connected to nature. Spend the morning relaxing or join the group for a morning cruise around the reservoir. You'll see impressive mansions including the abandoned mansion of Pablo Escobar. The option to wakeboard and Jetski is available for a fee.

Farewell dinner in the evening to close out the trip