Clay Chiva-Making Workshop
Workshop Details
At the designated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Pitalito and we'll take you to the venue where you'll enjoy this clay chiva-making workshop, one of Colombia's most famous crafting traditions.
To begin our journey into the fascinating world of clay and pottery, we'll first visit the Manos de Alfareros clay factory. Here, we'll learn about the handling and industrial process that goes into creating these crafts.
Next, we'll head over to Pitalito's Artisan Cooperative COARPI, where we'll get to know the history, conception, and process behind one of the products with the Huila designation of origin status: "La Chiva de Pitalito".
These chivas are a representation of the typical transport in the country's rural areas. Farmers ride them to take their harvests to market squares and to attend events in the village. Chickens, fruit, corn sacks, and potato sacks are often placed on a rack on the bus' roof.
After learning about the theory, it's time to create our very own chiva, giving it textures, decorations, and a lot of colours. You'll love shaping your very own souvenir that you'll be able to take home as a colourful symbol of Colombian identity.
Once the workshop comes to an end, we'll take you back to the initial meeting point, where we'll say our goodbyes after a total of 5 hours.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission ticket to the Manos de Alfarero clay factory
Admission ticket to COARPI
Clay chiva as a souvenir
A snack
When to book?
You can book up until 48 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
Not wheelchair accessible.
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
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Viajes Colombia Ancestral
Corporate name: VICTOR ALFONSO MORA VARGAS
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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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.
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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.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
