Cartagena: Discover La Boquilla, its mangroves and its people 0.5d

Where : Cartagena

Tomplanmytrip connects you with this local expert to discover a stunning ecosystem and way of life.

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French, Spanish, English

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A change of scenery between mangroves and culture

Explore a haven of peace that the inhabitants of La Boquilla try to preserve amidst the city's expansion.

In La Boquilla, a modest fishing village nestled between the mangroves and the buildings of Cartagena, life is different. This excursion immerses you in the mangroves, a fabulous and unsuspected ecosystem just steps away from the city's hustle and bustle. talk with the locals, learn their ancient fishing techniques, and savor local cuisine with a meal at a local's home.

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1 Day

8.00am to 2.00pm La Boquilla mangrove, fishing, meal at local's home.

What to expect

Mangrove, culture, and sharing

Private transport will pick you up from your hotel in the historic center or Getsemani, heading towards the village of La Boquilla, just 20 minutes away.

Upon arrival, embark on a canoe with a local fisherman. Your guide shows you around the mangroves, explaining the significance of this complex and crucial ecosystem.

Next, you learn ancestral fishing techniques, from casting nets to setting traps. Wrap up the morning with a meal at a local's home, taste your fishing efforts' products, and more.

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Important information

The prices listed are for up to 4 people. If the number of people increases, the price per person decreases.
Rates are lower if you request the tour in Spanish.
Reserve 2-3 days in advance to ensure availability.
The price includes a French-speaking guide.
Remember to bring sun protection as you won't always be shaded by the mangroves.
Wear pants or shorts that can get wet if you want to try casting nets.
With Cartagena's expansion, the people who live there find it increasingly challenging to preserve the mangroves, their culture, and their way of life. Besides being fantastic, this activity is a way for you to support their efforts.

What's included

French-speaking guide.
Private transport (20 minutes) from the old town or Getsemani to the village of La Boquilla.
Exploration of the mangroves in a traditional canoe.
Learning of ancestral fishing techniques using nets and traps.
Prepare crabs and enjoy a meal at a local's home.

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Prices:

Prices are subject to chosen options, number of people, and exchange rate fluctuation.
Displayed prices are indicative and should be confirmed with your expert.
Prices are lower if you speak Spanish and do not require a bilingual guide.

Choose between a private or shared tour:

Prices displayed on the page correspond to a private tour.
Shared tour: The agency may try to add you to a group to reduce costs. Depending on availability and number of travelers, you may be able to join a group.

Other options to discover La Boquilla:

Mangrove Tour and Cooking: The tour is similar to this one, but fishing is replaced with a cooking workshop with local community women to prepare local specialties. Includes traditional meal. Prices are different.
Mangrove Tour and Percussion: The tour is similar to this one, but fishing is replaced with a percussion workshop and demonstration of Afro rhythms. Optional meal. Prices are different.

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Why choose this option:

Explore the mangroves, a fascinating ecosystem, and a stunning environment.
Find yourself in a quiet, peaceful, and exotic place just a few minutes away from the city's hustle and bustle.
Discover the small fishing village of La Boquilla, its inhabitants, their way of life, and their culture.
Share a friendly and enriching moment with locals during the meal, your workshop, or with your guide.

What may disappoint:

This is an immersive experience into local culture and way of life. If you expect luxury and comfort, this tour is not for you.

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Cartagena: Discover La Boquilla, its mangroves and its people 0.5d

Tomplanmytrip connects you with this local expert to discover a stunning ecosystem and way of life.

A change of scenery between mangroves and culture

Explore a haven of peace that the inhabitants of La Boquilla try to preserve amidst the city's expansion.

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What to expect

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