
Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour worth booking?
Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour is a 3-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $145 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $145 per person
Starting from the Zenú Gold Museum in the walled city of Cartagena, you will learn directly about the Zenú gold, the history, and ancient farming techniques from local Zenú guides. Then, you will take private transportat
What you get
About this experience
Starting from the Zenú Gold Museum in the walled city of Cartagena, you will learn directly about the Zenú gold, the history, and ancient farming techniques from local Zenú guides. Then, you will take private transportation to the Zenú workshop in the '20 de Julio' neighborhood, where a group of Cartagena's Zenú women live. There, you will meet local artisans responsible for creating masterpieces like the emblematic Colombian symbol, the sombrero Vueltiao . In their workshop, they will teach you some of their weaving techniques preserved for over 3,000 years.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Workshop with the indigenous women
- Local indigenous guide
- Snacks
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Hotel pick-up
What you'll see and do
Museo del Oro
This tour starts visiting this great museum, that preserves Zenú history trough the centuries.
60 minutes here
Most of the Zenu indigenous community of Cartagena lives in this neighborhood, here is the NINHA workshop, after a brief climb you will have the entire workshop together with the women of this project
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cartagena
The tour starts at the: Museo del Oro, a wonderfull museum in the center of the walled city, there you will meet with the local guide.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This tour has no end point, it can end wherever it suits you.
Options you can book
Weaving Tour in English
Bilingual guide or traslator
El Tour del Tejido Zenú
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Insider Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For the workshop there is a small walk uphill for this reason is not recommended for people with walking difficulties.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Please bring confortable shoes and use sunscreen
- Our experiences at Cartagena Insider always include a donation to Fem Colombia, a local nonprofit that for years has helped Afro-descendants and indigenous communities secure land rights.
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful authentic tour which gets you beneath the surface of Cartagena culture
Highly recommended. Guided with authentic local guide from the Zenu culture. They open up pre-Columbian culture up to the modern day. Tour their art then do some weaving in the local community. Greet, authentic, memorable tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $145 to $185
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.
How much does Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour cost?
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Prices start at $145 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cartagena usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cartagena is not rushed.
Is Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cartagena can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cartagena and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cultural tour in Cartagena: Zenú Weaving Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cartagena within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cartagena?
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On Outty we rank every Cartagena experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena VIP Boat Tour: Rosario Islands & Snorkel, Cartagena Antigua & Barrio Getsemani group with audio system. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cartagena?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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