Culture, Cuisine, and Connection

Colombia, South America

KL
Kimberly Larkin
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38 reviews
Apr 22 - 30, 2022
Group size: 1 - 12
Culture, Cuisine, and Connection
Colombia, South America

Kimberly Larkin
  • Email address verified
38 reviews

$NaN
Apr 22 - 30, 2022
Group size: 1 - 12

About this trip

What’s included

  • 8 nights accommodation
    3 nights at a boutique hotel in the heart of Cartagena's coolest neighborhood, Getsemaní, + 5 nights at an eco-chic retreat property on the coast of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
  • 3 breakfasts & 2 dinners
    During the first part of the trip, In Cartagena (1 dinner on your own)
  • three meals daily
    During the 2nd part of the trip, at the retreat center
  • Cartagena art tour
    We'll visit some of Cartagena's art galleries and studios, as well as explore the vibrant street art scene in Getsemaní
  • Cartagena city tour
    During a guided walking tour, we'll visit some of the main historic sites in Cartagena
  • Cooking class
    A local cook will help us prepare some classic Colombian dishes together
  • Salsa lesson
    We'll take a group salsa lesson at one of Cartagena's popular salsa bars and then go back later to practice our moves to live music
  • yoga & meditation
    Yoga & meditation will be offered during the 2nd part of our adventure, when we arrive at our own private oasis on the Caribbean coast, at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountians
  • River Tubing Excursion
    This is a scenic and leisurely float down the Rio Don Diego to the Caribbean Sea
  • Indigenous Village Visit
    We'll visit the village of the Wiwa tribe and learn about their customs and traditions, including bag weaving and home building. We'll also enjoy lunch prepared by the women of the tribe.
  • Kogi Ceremony
    Our last evening, we'll partake in a ceremony with the elders of the Kogi tribe, another of the 4 main indigenous tribes in this part of Colombia
  • In country transport
    Round trip transportation between Cartagena and the retreat center
  • gratuities
    Gratuities are included for hotel staff, tour guides, and driver

What’s not included

  • airfare
    You are responsible for airfare to/from Cartagena
  • transfer to hotel
    Airport transfer from CTG airport to hotel in Cartagena
  • travel insurance
    The purchase of travel insurance is strongly recommended to ensure you are covered should an unexpected event arise that prevents you from traveling or interrupts your travels.

Available Packages

Double Occupancy
$2,195

Your Organizer


KL
Kimberly Larkin
38 reviews
As a dynamic, curious, and light-hearted traveler, one of my great joys is introducing people to fascinating places. When we arrive in a new place, we begin to connect with local people, the culture, and the landscape. These interactions inevitably begin to change our inner landscapes as well: hearts swell, minds open, compassion and acceptance spread. I try to facilitate this same connection & expansion when I'm back home teaching yoga at local studios in Hoboken, Jersey City, and NYC. Let's go on some inner/outer adventures together!

Reviews

This was the perfectly curated, small group luxury trip I’ve ever taken. I’ve been home for a week and a half and I still can’t stop talking about it or maybe bragging about it is more like it. I loved everything about this 2 week Morocco trip, from the food, the accommodations, the excursions, the authentic experiences, learning about the culture, experiencing and living the culture, the scenery and especially the group of people I just met and got to share so many great moments and laughs with. I found this trip randomly from an online Google search. It matched my criteria, cities and points of interest and within 24 hours I was booked. Other great highlights are: 1) Kim Larkin, making everything flow so seamlessly and easily, her ability to morph and adjust to a mix of personalities, always being so much fun to be around with a great sense of humor as well as a depth of knowledge of Morocco, culture and her warmth, respect and kindness she shines on all 2) Rachid, our 24/7 tour guide, our cultural expert, a young man with backstory and life at the young age of 32 that will blow you away, surprising levels of energy, drive, enthusiasm, human compassion, amazing sense of humor, organization and let’s not forget he started a foundation to help 1,000’s of nomads in the high Atlas Mountains get cured for cataracts. 3) Kamal - our expert driver, also Rachid’s cousin, who safely drove us a thousand miles through Morocco in the comfort of a lovely Mercedes, air conditioned Sprinter van with USB ports to keep our batteries charged continuously along with a constant supply of WiFi. There are so many highlights of this trip but my favorite was having lunch at a traditional nomad home and meeting the whole family. The music they played and sang on homemade instruments was beautiful. I also enjoyed the cooking class at Riad Siwan in Marrekech, glamping in the Sahara, the food at rest stops is some of the best, America needs to step up their game. We had the best goat tagine ever. I also enjoyed stopping in the cedar forest to feed the monkeys as well. At the end of the day I thoroughly enjoyed all of our experiences and the group I was with. I know many women are concerned about safety traveling to a third world country but I never once felt unsafe. Here are your options: Option 1 - book the trip with and don’t miss out on a once in a lifetime adventure and trip. Option 2 - sit home regretting you missed out on the trip of a lifetime. Denise (aka Berber Barbie) 💕💕💕 My motto: I work to travel
By DENISE W for Moroccan Adventure on Nov 26, 2025
I cannot say enough positive things about this trip. Kim is an incredible organizer and was very aware of everyone's needs and expectations. She took time to get to know everyone in the group and made us all feel welcome and cared for. She is also a very lovely person and great yoga instructor! The city guides were all very interesting and knowledgable. Rashid, our guide throughout the trip gave so many insights to the Moroccan culture. He entertained us with stories of his childhood in Morocco as well as an in-depth history of the country. He and Kim worked so well together to provide a memorable experience to everyone on the tour. The colors, patterns, landscape, appreciation for handmade objects, and the people have left an indelible mark on my travel experiences. We saw and did so many things in two weeks. An unforgettable trip!
By Darlys E for Moroccan Adventure on Nov 23, 2025
We had a great time . So organized- all the outings amazing . The food amazing . The place we stayed so beautiful! And the people were fantastic! We had the best time !
By Kelli D for Sensational Sicily - October 4-11, 2025 on Oct 14, 2025
This was my second trip with Kim and James and did not disappoint. The yoga and meditation classes were excellent, the excursions were great and the group of people were open friendly and welcoming. Kim and James do a great job creating a warm atmosphere where all this can happen.
By Judith B for Mythical Greece: A Yoga + Wellness Adventure on Jun 21, 2025
Kim and James delivered another fantastic and exciting retreat! The classes were expertly taught (and fun) and the excursions were truly the cherry on the cake. After going on 3 trips with Kim and James, I can say with confidence that their retreats are top shelf and well thought out experiences. I cannot wait for the next retreat! Thank you again!
By Thomas D for Mythical Greece: A Yoga + Wellness Adventure on Jun 18, 2025
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