Top Cartagena Classes & Workshops - page 2

Discover a different side of Cartagena during a private day trip to Palenque de San Basilio, an African community located near the banks of the Canal del Dique. You will have the opportunity to meet and greet the residents of this unique town, which is characterized by its colorful houses and vibrant culture. Plus, taking a private tour ensures you'll receive the undivided attention of your private guide.

We are young locals passionate about sharing a culture, more than bar hopping, come with us to experience Cartagena's night life as a local with locals! We will teach you our culture, some of our dances, our slang, our way of partying and so much more!

You will be able to learn everything you want about coffee from local experts, you will learn new preparation techniques that you can do from now on as an expert and you will learn, from locals, the history and gastronomy of this beautiful city that It has a lot to describe.

Discover the secrets behind signature Colombian cocktails during a small-group class in Cartagena. You'll learn how to prepare five different cocktails using local spirits, including aguardiente, rum, and Titan, and tropical fruits, such as lulo, passion fruit, and green mango. The epicurean educational experience continues with traditional Colombian snacks, including homemade salsas and plantains. This workshop is perfect for food-loving travelers seeking an authentic culinary adventure.

Visit the Emerald Museum and learn about gemology on this guided tour in Cartagena. While there, attend a lecture where you’ll be able to interact with different emerald specimens. Then, stop by the jewelry-making workshop to watch craftsmen manufacturing sterling silver or 18K gold emerald jewelry. Light refreshments are included.

Learn how to prepare a traditional Colombian meal in Cartagena from a local chef during this cooking class. Before hitting the kitchen, visit the local market of Bazurto to explore the regional produce and to purchase ingredients for the meal. From there, you’ll head to a family home to prepare the Colombian dishes.

Taste your way around Colombia without leaving Cartagena. During this private and exclusive experience, at one of the most renowned restaurants in the city, you'll enjoy cocktails prepared with spirits from different regions of Colombia, mostly brandy and artisanal rums. A selection of snacks will be served to accompany your drinks.

If you want a day to recharge with the energy of the sea in an environment that has been specially designed for you to take a break from your routine and harmonize your vibration, we welcome you. When you enter Namasté you make a dimension jump, come prepared to get drunk with happiness and a lot of peace.

Salsa and champeta clases, Sightseeing and Shopping     The best way  to enjoy your time in Cartagena, combine your salsa and champeta  dance classes with the visit of Cartagena City  and shopping. INCLUSIONS Drive from port to  Old City Photo Stop San Felipe Casttle Drive to Old City Salsa and Champeta Classes Short Walking Tour Visit to the Dungeons   Bilingual Guide Bottle of Water Return drive to port  

Take your street photography skills to the next level on a private tour in Cartagena. This immersive workshop is great for novice and expert photographers alike. The itinerary takes you to the bustling Bazurto Market and colorful Barrio Getsemani. In both locations, your guide will assist you in finding the perfect shot of local people (with their permission), architecture, cuisine, and other overlooked cultural details.

I'm Cristian Marrugo, Cartagena. I invite you to live a great experience in one of the beaches that this great city has, I have been practicing boxing for 5 years and together with the best human and professional talent we can develop an excellent physical activity. In our personalized classes you can have a complete Boxing training with all the necessary equipment for the development of the class, and in this way give your body a physical and mental well-being. It is an activity aimed at all kinds of people, regardless of age or physical condition since we have training plans for beginners, medium level and high performance. Hours are between 6 AM to 10 AM and between 3:30 PM and 6 PM

Experience the vibrant essence of Cartagena at Bazurto Market! Join our guided tour through lively stalls, and immerse yourself in the captivating rhythms of Caribbean music. Plus, elevate your culinary skills with a hands-on cooking class led by a local chef, where you'll learn to create traditional Colombian dishes using fresh ingredients. Uncover the heart of Cartagena's culture and flavors in this unforgettable market and cooking adventure.

This activity is unique because the visitor can explorer they art skill throught the painting and they can know more about Cartagena's monuments

Featured in The New York Times, Foodies presents "Arepas and Dancing," a danceable cooking class to learn how to prepare "arepa e' huevo" (or "empanada con huevo" as we, the cartageneros, call it), the most renowned snack in town and the queen of the "mesa de fritos" (fried goods table). It's an arepa prepared with yellow corn, similar to a sun, which can always be found on the fried tables of any corner and next the picó parties where people gather around champeta and salsa brava rhythms to celebrate our African roots with dance steps and cauldrons full of fried food. Join this tribute around some of the most popular cultural symbols of the city and leave room for another jewel of local cuisine that will fill your palate with sweetness while we teach you the steps to dance champeta. Get your hands ready to knead and your feet to dance champeta, the musical genre that Shakira made popular at Super Bowl 2020. Take note the playlist and recipes to relive our music and flavors at home.

Through the story told, the traveler will have the opportunity to travel to more than 400 years old where Afro-Colombians designed a unique recipe in our culture, which despite having so much time, is still in force today in the Cartagena culture. .

Get a behind-the-scenes look at emerald production in Colombia during a small-group emerald cutting class in Cartagena. Complimentary transportation takes you from your accommodation to the Caribe Jewelry School Foundation. After a tutorial, you'll independently polish up to five stones using professional-level techniques and equipment. After choosing one to take home with you, tour the Emerald Museum and see Colombia's largest emerald.

We will delve into the creative heart of Colombia, exploring workshops of artisans specialized in the art of weaving. Located in picturesque settings steeped in history, these destinations will reveal the authenticity and skill of local weavers. Practical Workshop: Get ready to immerse yourself in creativity! Under the expert guidance of the artisans, you will have the opportunity to create your own piece of mustacilla crafts. From vibrant bracelets to small ornaments, you'll discover the art of interweaving brightly colored beads to form traditional patterns or custom designs. At the end of the workshop, you will take with you not only a unique handmade creation, but also unforgettable memories of your immersion in Colombian crafts. Each piece is more than an object; It is a tangible fragment of the culture that you carry with you. The experience is in English so you will also practice a little Spanish and you will be able to improve your Spanish.

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Experience local culture and support community artists with dancing and drumming classes in La Boquilla. Your tour will depart from Cartagena and take you to the fishing village of La Boquilla. Here you will participate in beginners' drumming and dancing workshops that teach you the traditions of the Caribbean Coast of Colombia. Finish your day with a dip in the sea before returning to Cartagena.

Salsa is important part of our nightlife in Cartagena, learning how to dance will enhance your chances to feel like a local and meet other people Crazy Salsa has over 15 years of experience teaching dancing techniques to local people and foreigners. Don't worry if you have no experience, we will leave you ready to hit the dance floor Total flexibility in days and time. We offer classes 364 days a year from 9 am to 8 pm. Pick your preferable day and time and we will make it possible if availability allows. We are salsa experts, we provide salsa lessons in LA style, cuban style (casino), caleña style, on 2, shines, improvisation for all levels. Besides Salsa you can learn Champeta, bachata, cumbia, and any other latin rhythm, just let us know and we customize the content of your class. By learning salsa you will have fun and get a long-lasting souvenir and why not, a new hobby for you back home, there are salsa communities everywhere. Are you ready to improve your salsa skills?

Uncover the enchanting heritage of San Basilio de Palenque, Colombia's hidden gem, waiting to captivate European travelers. Steeped in centuries of history, this UNESCO-acclaimed destination invites you to explore the roots of Afro-Colombian culture. Wander through cobbled streets, where the rhythm of Palenquero, a unique Spanish-based Creole language, fills the air. Immerse yourself in the lively beats of traditional dances like "mapalé," and savor the flavors of a community that cherishes its African legacy. Located just 50 kilometers from the vibrant city of Cartagena, San Basilio de Palenque offers a remarkable escape into a world where history, culture, and warm hospitality converge. Come and be part of an authentic cultural experience that will linger in your heart long after you leave.

Discover the iconic rhythms of Colombia during a private dancing class in Cartagena. This personalized lesson is perfect for dancers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Learn the steps to popular Colombian dances such as salsa, merengue, and champeta. This class offers one-on-one instruction so that you can feel confident and comfortable on the dance floor. After the lesson, show off your new moves at one of Cartagena's lively clubs or bars.

Drinking the coffee you want and not the one you have, is possible! With our experience, you will taste coffee in all presentations: cold, hot, sweet, bitter, as a dessert or as an accompaniment. Not only your taste, but your sense of smell will also be graced with this experience, because you will be able to learn to identify different types of aroma and fragrances. Once you choose which one best suits your taste, you can take some home freshly ground!