Unexplored Colombia
A different type of trip, for a different type of woman
Still relatively untouched by tourism and mass market, Colombia is a place for authenticity-seekers to unleash their inner explorer. The birthplace of Magic Realism, indigenous cultures, artisan crafts, deserts, mountains, jungles and colonial architecture, and with an “of the land and sky” identity, Colombia has the alchemy for magic, delight, awe, discovery and deep reconnection.
We worked with anthropologists to put together a transformative trip which takes you to into the soul of Colombia and its indigenous people. Our guide Carolina will take us to some of her favourite regions around Colombia. Fun fact: Carolina worked as an ethnographer, travelling to some of remotest areas in Colombia that haven’t been hit by conflict or drug trafficking. She supported local artisans, fishermen and cultures, ensuing they are represented and protected as part of Colombian heritage. It’s safe to say Carolina knows her stuff and we we’re in for a truly in-depth and immersive experience!
Who's this trip is for
Adventurers
We travel off-the-beaten-path to beautiful and breath-taking places
Connectors
Real connection with each other and the communities we meet
Seekers
Inspirational stories, local culture, heritage crafts, and discovery
Conscious Travelers
Supporting local economies, artisans and women lead businesses.
TRIP DURATION
9 NIGHTS / 10 DAYS
GROUP SIZE
12
ACCOMMODATION
TWIN SHARE (SINGLE SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE)
INCLUSIVE OF
10 BREAKFASTS /
7 LUNCHES / 6 DINNERS
AN ADVENTURE WITH A SISTERHOOD
You’ll explore Colombia with a group of women who’ll hike, laugh, support, dance and chop wood with you (if it comes to that!). We are here for adventure, connection and making a best-friend or two while witnessing the world anew.
Together we’ll learn about medicinal plants, bird watching among wild fauna and snow-capped peaks (Colombia is the #1 country for bird species in the world) with a local Wayuu woman guide, weave mochilas with indigenous women, sleep under the stars in a hammock, receive healing from a Kogi shaman, listen to stories, myths, life experiences and childhood memories by the fire. We’ll explore the “African corner” of Colombia with the Palanque women who teach us their Caribbean heritage, the secrets to their hair braids and their musical identity.
Get ready for extraordinary beaches, marshes and forests – and the perfect combination of ancestral wisdom, outstanding artisans, knowledge-transmission, deep awe as we have real interactions and become absorbers of tradition, culture and wisdom.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
HIGHLIGHTS
- Day immersion with the Kogi indigenous tribe
- Meet the women from the Wayuu indigenous community
- Hike the mini lost city at Tyronaka
- Bird Watching and Medicinal Plants experience
- Visit Salamanca National Park
- Weaving workshops with indigenous women
- Traditional tribal drumming class
- Meet the Palenquera women of San Basilio de Palenque
- Sleep under the stars in a traditional hammock
- Fireside stories with the Wayuu women
- Tubbing at Don Diego river
- Learn to cook the African / Colombian way
MEET YOUR GUIDES
Carolina Serrano
As I was working on my thesis, I had a chance meeting that changed the course of my life. I met a tour guide at a restaurant who was leaving Colombia. After a few beers, she thought I would be perfect to replace her! Weeks later I was on a plane to Peru for training. But it wasn’t the right time. The lady didn’t leave the company and I went to work in an NGO as an ethnographer. There, I travelled to some of the remotest areas in Colombia that haven’t been hit by conflict or drug trafficking. I worked with local artisans and fishermen to make the culture an official part of the Colombian heritage – we succeeded as they are now part of the UNESCO list!
After this achievement, came the opportunity to become a tour guide again. The timing was perfect. I was more knowledgeable about cultures in Colombia, and I was clear about my stand around the exploitation of the local people and desire to help.
Today, as well as being a tour guide, I live by the mountains and learn about applied anthropology and how it can be used in tourism. It’s funny – I would never have become a tour guide if it weren’t for that chance encounter.
PAL
My name Pal means a person who brings peace. I was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia. I studied law but changed to history and anthropology where my passion lies.
In 2011 I moved to the biggest coal mine area in the world and became a social studies teacher for a reputed school in Colombia. While I was there, we created a program to help 16 local communities to engage in markets that aren’t dependent on mining. When our work gained attention, I started working in a museum to highlight the project. But due to corruption, the money for the museum went into politicians’ pockets. I quit and became a university anthropology teacher and started a travel community to continue helping locals create their own independent living. One of the most important leaders in Colombian Tourism saw that I was helping locals without taking advantage of them. “Help all the locals here and we will help you with your company”. He united all the projects that he thought were important to rescue for sustainable and community tourism in Colombia.
Today, I am a tour guide and a social entrepreneur.
PACKAGE INFORMATION
Includes
- Group arrival & departure airport transfers
- 9 Nights accommodation (twin occupancy)
- Single supplement available
- 10 Breakfasts / 6 Lunches / 4 Dinners
- All workshops
- Ground transportation
- Local guides
- Entry fees & tickets to activities
Excludes
- Transportation to/from Colombia
- Any visas required
- Services not mentioned in the itinerary
- Early check in nor late check out at hotels
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for leader, guides and drivers
- Expenditure of personal nature
- Travel & medical Insurance
- Optional activities
Costs
£ 3400
9 Nights / 10 Days
Single Supplement (not available on day 4)
£ 750
Departure Dates
August 26th – September 4th, 2023