Kogui Community Visit: Learn Indigenous Customs and Tree Planting in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
Santa Marta
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Kogui community in Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Learn about their customs, beliefs, and the importance of environmental awareness through tree planting. Discover the ancestral art of weaving with the women of the community.
Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

You will leave by 4x4 vehicle in a trip of approximately 3 hours, in which you can enjoy the stunning landscape of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, crossing several panoramic points with great views of the Sierra and the Caribbean Sea. On the way, we will arrive at Villa Kogui Limítrofe, where a family of this ethnic group descendant of the Tayronas, will be your host. They will share with visitors, some of their Koguis traditions and emblematic stories. You will be welcomed by a host family who will teach you about the importance of various rites of culture, their customs, and beliefs. A tree will be planted in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in symbolic representation of the environmental awareness that the Koguis tribes promulgate. The women of this family intend that the ancestral art of weaving not be lost, so during this tour, they will have the opportunity to learn a part of this incredible art. Lunch will be according to Kogui tradition to share with the family a very special moment. Once the activities are completed, it will depart from Mulkuakungui to Santa Marta to be close to 05:00 p.m. in the place of accommodation.

What's Included
  • Local guide expertise
  • Support the Kogui Community
  • Meals included (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Inclusive local taxes
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Travel insurance provided
  • Comfortable overnight accommodation
  • Experienced Baquianos guide
  • Nature immersive ecological walk
  • Convenient round trip transportation
  • Engaging activities throughout the tour
  • Food and refreshments as per schedule
What's Not Included
  • Activities not described in the plan.
Additional Information

You’ll be greeted warmly by a Kogui host family who will enlighten you about the significance of various cultural ceremonies, traditions, and faiths. A tree will get planted on Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta as a symbolic gesture of the environmental consciousness propagated by the Koguis tribes. The female members of this family are committed to preserving the time-honored weaving technique of their ancestors, and during this journey, they will provide you a chance to grasp a bit of this amazing craft.

  • Wear comfortable clothes, swimsuit, towel, hat or cap, glasses, sunscreen and camera.
Location
Santa Marta
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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