Bogotá Wayuu Backpack Workshop
Bogotá Wayuu Backpack Workshop
Once we've all met up at 2 pm at The Cranky Croc Hostel, we'll walk towards the historic centre of Bogotá. During our walk, we'll stop at a café and be served a traditional drink. As we enjoy our drinks, we'll discuss some of the indigenous communities from North Colombia. We'll also reveal the symbolic meaning of the Wayuu backpack in Colombian culture.
Next, we'll head to the workshop of a Wayuu craftswoman from La Guahira, the northernmost part of South America. She'll show us the weavings and patterns she uses to make a backpack using a crochet technique brought to Colombia by the Spanish conquistadors. This product is 100% Colombian, and many indigenous families are able to make a living from their commercialisation.
With the help of the craftswoman, you'll design your own miniature backpack. We'll follow a Colombian tradition that goes all the way back to the legend of Wale' Kerü, the weaver spider....
At the end of the workshop, you'll receive a souvenir backpack and keychain made with Wayuu weaving patterns. It'll then be time to say our goodbyes at around 5 pm in the backpack tent.
More Information
Duration
3 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
English speaking guide.
Wayuu backpack workshop.
Souvenir backpack and keychain.
Traditional drink.
When to book?
You can book up until 3 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
-
The True Colombian Experience
Corporate name: The Colombia Tour SAS
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
-
Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
-
Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
The Cranky Croc Hostel.
