Garifuna Cultural Tour

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Discover some of the Caribbean's customs and traditions on our Garifuna Cultural Tour from Placencia. You'll learn how to play their percussion instruments and try the local dishes.

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Discover some of the Caribbean's customs and traditions on our Garifuna Cultural Tour from Placencia. You'll learn how to play their percussion instruments and try the local dishes.

Garifuna Cultural Tour

After we've picked you up from your hotel in Placencia, we'll head towards the Garifuna village of Seine Bight.

The Garifuna are a large community descended from Arawak, Kalinago and Afro-Caribbean indigenous groups. This ethnic group is present in several Central American countries, including Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and, of course, Belize. The Belizean Garifuna are mainly concentrated in Seine Bight, where the locals will offer us a warm welcome.

As we stroll through the village, some of its representatives will talk to us about the customs, traditions and culture of the Garifuna people. In addition, we'll share a delicious traditional lunch with the members of their community, which will include some dishes from typical Garifuna gastronomy. Their dishes combine African and Caribbean cuisine in a perfect blend, highlighting different delicacies made with rice, fish and corn.

After lunch, we'll learn about the most important parts of Garifuna culture: their traditional music and dances. We'll attend a percussion workshop where we'll learn to play the drums, maracas and other popular instruments. If you'd like, you can even learn one of the Garifuna's rhythmically choreographed dances.

We'll then have to say our goodbyes and head back to Placencia, where we should arrive at your hotel at 4 pm.

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Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English.

Included

Hotel pick up and drop off

Minibus or coach transfer

English speaking companion

Percussion workshop

Lunch

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
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Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

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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.

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Barefoot Services

Corporate name: Barefoot Services

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Pets

Not permitted.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

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Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Garifuna Cultural Tour

Garifuna Cultural Tour

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