Day Tours / Cartagena & Islands

San Jacinto, Land of the Big Hammock

Weavers, gaita music and the culture of Montes de María.

CultureCrafts
Hands weaving a colorful hammock on a wooden loom in San Jacinto
Duration
8 hours
Departs from
Cartagena

About this tour

Discover the culture of San Jacinto, Bolívar, the Land of the Great Hammock, a short drive from Cartagena. Immerse yourself in the traditions and artisan craftsmanship of this charming town in a day full of unique experiences.

San Jacinto is a hidden gem where history, tradition and creativity come alive.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · Museum of San JacintoThe history and heritage of the Zenú people: ancient artifacts, traditional clothing and handicrafts.
  2. Stop 2 · Zenú farmers' cacao factorySee how raw cacao becomes chocolate, learn about sustainable farming and taste freshly made chocolate.
  3. Stop 3 · Craft your own hammockWeave with local artisans using techniques passed down through generations.
  4. Stop 4 · Cumbia instruments at Fundación Mi GaitaLearn to play traditional cumbia instruments with the musicians of this Grammy-winning organization.

Cancellation policy

Full payment is due 24 hours before the activity. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before carry a 60% fee; less than 24 hours, 100%.

Questions

How long is the day?

About 8 hours from Cartagena.

What are the stops?

The Museum of San Jacinto (Zenú heritage), a Zenú farmers' cacao factory with chocolate tasting, a workshop to weave your own hammock with local artisans and a class on cumbia instruments at Fundación Mi Gaita.

How much does it cost?

We don't publish fixed prices because they depend on group size, date and options. Request a quote or write to us on WhatsApp and we reply in a few hours.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full payment is due 24 hours before the activity. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before carry a 60% fee; less than 24 hours, 100%.

Weaver threading blue and green yarn on a hammock loomLocal man in a sombrero vueltiao and red scarf gesturing as he speaksCacao being prepared in a metal bowl at a chocolate workshopA hand holding a fried plantain topped with fresh white cheeseWeaver working at a large hammock loom in a workshop with colorful threads

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