TUMACO, Whale Season 🐋
Overview
TUMACO, Whale Season 🐋
Marimbea
Aug 25 - 30, 2025
TUMACO, Whale Season 🐋
Tumaco, San Andres de Tumaco, Narino, Colombia
Aug 25 - 30, 2025
Marimbea
$1,500
Deposit: $250
About your trip
Embark on a 6-day journey to Colombia's Pacific coast, where nature and culture intertwine in breathtaking harmony. Explore Tumaco's vibrant Afro-Colombian community, dive into its rich traditions through dance, crafting ancestral instruments, and savoring meals prepared with your own fresh catch. Witness the wonders of the beaches of Tumaco, majestic sunsets, and whale sightings. Immerse yourself in soulful music, culminating in a lively celebration with traditional music. An unforgettable adventure awaits nature and culture lovers alike.
What's included
National Flights
All departures from the airport of Bogotá (Puente Aéreo)
All meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and refreshments included, all prepared by expert local hands with fresh ingredients
Accommodation
Stay in single rooms with private bathrooms in the quietest part of town, ideal for rest after busy days. Rooms include a fan for comfort, ensuring a peaceful and refreshing stay.
Music Experience
No musical experience is needed! Locals will guide you to play traditional instruments and form an ensemble. In the Pacific, music is everywhere—this skill will enrich your entire trip.
Dance Experience
No experience needed! Learn traditional dance steps guided by locals. Feel the rhythm and immerse yourself in the Pacific’s vibrant culture as music and movement enrich your journey.
Cooking Experience
Dive into local flavors as you cook with guidance from experts. Learn a traditional recipe and techniques that will deepen your appreciation of Pacific cuisine and culture.
Ancestral Drinks
Savor ancestral alcoholic drinks crafted from sugarcane and infused with jungle herbs and plants. Discover the unique flavors and secrets of these traditional beverages, a true taste of the Pacific.
What's not included
International flights
Arrange your flight to your convenience to arrive at the designated trip start date at Bogotá airport.
Additional Meals/Dirnks
Our main meals and drinks are fully covered, ensuring a seamless experience. For added flexibility, optional additional meals and drinks are available throughout the trip.
Health insurance
The package includes basic health coverage, but we highly recommend securing a more comprehensive plan through your preferred provider for added peace of mind.
Cacao Farm visits
Participants will be responsible for arranging these visits. Transportation and meals fos these days are not included.
Day 1
Cacaos Carretera
Early flight Bogotá–Tumaco (5:50–7:30 a.m.). Visit cacao plantations along the Bajo Mira highway. Overnight at Hotel Delicias de Maria del Mar located at the Morro.
Day 2
Cacaos Manglares
Visit Cacaos Manglares:Fundación Carlota. Overnight at Hotel Delicias de Maria del Mar located at the Morro.
Day 3 - Marimbea
Rythms of the Pacific
Morning traditional music workshop exploring Pacific rhythms. Afternoon dance workshop with Afro-Colombian movements. Deep cultural immersion in local arts. Overnight at Hotel Delicias de María del Mar located at El Morro.
Day 4 - Marimbea
The Heart of Viche: A Living Taste of the Pacific
Visit Don Onésimo to discover the ancestral process of making viche, a sugarcane-based liquor. Overnight at Hotel María del Mar located at Bocagrande.
Day 5 - Marimbea
Whale Watching and beach
Morning whale watching experience along the Pacific coast. Afternoon at the beach for relaxation and coastal scenery. Time to unwind and enjoy nature. Overnight at Hotel María del Mar located at Bocagrande.
Day 6 - Marimbea
A Relaxing Farewell
Morning culinary workshop focused on Pacific cuisine and traditional cooking techniques. Afternoon boat return and evening flight back Tumaco–Bogotá. End of the journey.
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1. Tumaco, San Andres de Tumaco, Narino, Colombia
Tumaco, San Andres de Tumaco, Narino, ColombiaAbout your organizer
Marimbea, founded in 2016, enhances the well-being of Colombia's southern Pacific communities by offering immersive experiences in music, dance, cuisine, and ancestral knowledge. These activities create alternative incomes, foster knowledge exchange, and build support networks, transforming narratives of a region often stigmatized by violence while promoting opportunities and dignity for its people and traditions.
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