Top Colombia Classes & Workshops

Don’t just feast on Colombian cuisine, master the basics of South American food during a cooking class in Cartagena. In an intimate group limited to 12 fellow food lovers, you’ll receive personalized attention from a professional chef as you prepare local delicacies such as sea bass ceviche, seared beef, and coconut rice. Plus, you’ll all sit down together to enjoy the fuits of your labor at the end.

Discover the secrets of traditional Colombian cuisine and learn to prepare authentic dishes during a small-group cooking class in Cartagena. Under the careful guidance of your local host, you'll engage in hands-on techniques using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, then feast on your culinary creations. Between bites, gain valuable insights into the flavors and history that define the region's gastronomy and vibrant food culture.

We will be in the kitchen of our family restaurant, which meant a lot to us. in the historic center of Cartagena, a kitchen with music, air conditioning, and we have decorated with photos of all the people who have visited us as a way to remember our friends all over the world. In this kitchen, not only is cooking, we also dance once when (our chefs also know how to dance a lot!)

With my help you will discover the unique flavors of local Colombian cuisine while learning about cooking techniques and recipes that you can easily repeat at home. As part of this class, you will visit the local market and learn to cook 3 typical dishes. If you are a vegetarian, don't worry, we have a vegetarian version of most of the dishes.

Take the stress and waiting out of getting to your hotel in Santa Marta with this private tour transfer from Simón Bolívar International Airport. After meeting your driver in the arrivals hall, travel directly to your hotel in Santa Marta, Rodadero, Pozos Colorados, or Bello Horizonte. Transfers do not operate to Taganga.

We invite you to discover Cartagena through the aromas and flavors of Colombian coffee. We will walk together through the charming cobblestone streets of Cartagena’s old city, as we share stories about our colonial past, the Afro-Caribbean heritage and the traditions that give life to our culture. Along the way we will discover vibrant alleys and different specially selected spaces, where we will make stops to prepare and taste different coffee methods. In each place we will explore a different technique French press, manual and espresso filtering learning how each method highlights aromas, textures and unique notes of the Colombian grain. Between history, culture and colorful landscapes, you will live a complete sensory experience: the sound of the city, the aroma of freshly ground coffee and the deep flavor of its varieties. More than a tour, it is an experience that unites tradition, learning and the authentic spirit of Cartagena.

Set sail for Tayrona aboard a 17-meter (56-foot) yacht with this excursion. Your bilingual captain, Luis, will take you and a small group of up to 25 passengers to the coastal park. Once in the park, you will have time to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, or hang out on the beach, and return to Santa Marta in the late afternoon.

Learn to dance the Salsa or put your dancing skills on display with these dance classes which are offered multiple times daily and cater to different dance ability levels. Select your class and hit the dance floor to learn basic steps, Salsa movement sequences, and how to immerse yourself in the music. Grab a drink from the studio’s bar and enjoy a tropical cocktail while you learn.

Discover the vibrant charm of Guatapé on this day trip from Medellín. Explore its colorful streets and climb the 740 steps of Piedra del Peñol for panoramic views of the lake-dotted landscape. Enjoy a scenic boat ride past Pablo Escobar’s Hacienda La Manuela, visit a historic church in Marinilla, and stroll through the picturesque town of Zócalos. Please note: departure times may be adjusted slightly during holidays and high seasons.

We will be on the private roof of our house located in the neighborhood Getsemani! a roof that has grass as a floor, which is perfect for dancing barefoot! its located on a third floor, from where you have a good view of the surrounding neighborhood and the fort of San Felipe and teh sunset too!

Do you love chocolate? Make your own 62% chocolate bar and learn about Cacao, Chocolate and Colombian culture. This hands-on chocolatetour lasts 3.5 hours and is right in the heart of the city! ❤︎ - Warm welcome with hot chocolate and cheese - Toast the cacao like true Colombians - Peel the cacao and enjoy a small meditative cacao ceremony - Drink a spicy ancestral cacao shot - Grind the cacao into a wonderful chocolate liquor i.e. cacao paste - Indulge your hands in a chocolate exfoliation - Make artisanal Colombian Chocolate "bobos" - Drink a refreshing flavoured cacao water - Temper refined dark 62% chocolate on real marble - Create and take home your personalized chocolate bar with many toppings. - Finish with an amazing cacao cocktail with rum! The interactive 3.5 hour workshop is located in our Chocolate House in Laureles, Medellin. The tour is in English or Spanish. Looking for something what you can do with good or bad weather? We got you! BOOK NOW - limited availability ❤︎

Learn about the coffee production process from bean to cup on this half-day tour. Enjoy the scenery as you ride from Medellin to the countryside, then sample delicious Colombian coffee as you discover the production stages including planting, de-pulping, fermenting, roasting, and grinding. Tour the coffee farm and try picking some of the beans yourself.

Get your day off to a great start with a private rooftop brunch in the heart of Cartagena. Join your host in the Getsemaní neighborhood and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and some tapas while you get to know each other. Next, grab your supplies and learn painting techniques to create a beautiful piece of art to take home.

In our Chocolate and Cacao Workshop, we'll use the finest cacao sourced from the 'Montes de María', a region nestled in the Colombian Caribbean. During our experience, you'll explore the diverse textures and aromas of cacao. You'll enjoy the entire creative process, from crafting to the making of cocoa-derived products such as bars, bonbons, and truffles. The little ones will discover the fascinating world of chocolate through colors, as they'll have the chance to design molds using cocoa butter-based paints, work with artisanal chocolate, and decorate with their favorite toppings.

This tour to Minca is special because it combines nature, culture and adventure in one day. Not only will you explore an ecological paradise surrounded by mountains and jungle, but you will also get up close and personal with the coffee and cocoa tradition on artisanal farms, where you will learn the processes and taste authentic flavors. In addition, you will have the opportunity to cool off at the stunning Cascada Escondida, a magical corner perfect for connecting with nature. Finally, you will enjoy lunch in a cozy restaurant and admire a spectacular panoramic view of Santa Marta from a privileged viewpoint. It is an ideal experience for those who seek deep contact with nature, discover the cultural richness of the region and live unique moments in a dream environment

Immerse yourself in the world of Colombian coffee on this small-group tour from Medellin. Get out of the city and take in the beauty of the surroundings; you can focus on enjoying it instead of worrying about driving and directions since all private transportation is included. Learn about the process of coffee-making at an organic coffee farm, from bean to cup, and taste some samples of different brews.

Colombian emeralds are some of the most famous in the world and have become a precious stone for the country. Create your own emerald ring in the heart of the jewelry district of Bogotá during this hands-on experience. Alongside an experienced designer, choose the shape, stone, and metal that you'd like for your piece of jewelry. Then, show off your new ring to your friends and family.

Namaste Beach Club and Centro Holistico is a nature reserve located on an island 10 minutes by boat from Cartagena. We are the only place in the city dedicated to wellness tourism, we manage an environment of relaxation and tranquility, calm music and a complete agenda of activities to release stress and reconnect. In this specific package, we include a 1-hour yoga session, at 11:00 am, at 3:00 pm we have a special Meditation, guided under a beautiful tree that was consecrated as a Temple of Gratitude, by a MAMO of the tribe of the Arhuacos, older brothers who live in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. We also include a 30-minute relaxing massage with aromatherapy and to finish a fire and CACAO ceremony, with live medicine music, ideal to close the day and integrate everything experienced. As an extra, it is possible to book an Energy therapy with KAKU, our MAMO from the Arhuaco tribe, Chill at the beach in one of our huts, Enjoy the View and take a Swim ata our pools or in the Ocean.

Skip the city’s tourist traps and get a taste of traditional Colombian cooking, made by your own hands, with a private cooking class and meal at the home of a local. Learn authentic recipes and gain hands-on experience creating classic dishes, such as picada, ajiaco, or chicharrón mazamorra, with guidance and insights provided by your host. Enjoy the personalized experience of a private lesson, and choose a dinner or lunchtime visit to suit your schedule.

This is not a traditional rum tasting. It’s a relaxed, social, and interactive experience designed for travelers who want to enjoy Colombian flavors without sitting through a long or technical session. With small groups, a cozy setting, and a fun atmosphere, it feels more like sharing a moment than attending a class — making it one of the easiest and most enjoyable experiences to fit into your time in Cartagena.

Indulge in the rich flavors of Colombian rum and chocolate on a small-group tasting in Cartagena. You'll sample a variety of local rums and learn about their production, history, and cultural significance. Accompanied by a chocolate expert, you'll also taste exquisite truffles, pralines, and bars. This tasty small-group experience is perfect for foodies and travelers interested in learning about Colombia's culinary heritage and traditions.

Discover how coffee goes from farm to cup on this easy day trip from Bogotá. Visit nearby Hacienda Coloma in Fusagasugá to learn how coffee is grown, harvested, and processed. Then, take part in a coffee-tasting lesson. Plus, hear about the history of coffee in Colombia and its symbolic importance.

In Colombia, coffee is an art form. From the mountain terraces where the beans are grown and picked to the rich aroma as you take a sip, every step in the process is carefully considered. This walking tour takes you to some of Cartagena’s best cafés. Learn all there is to know about Colombia’s rich coffee culture and sample some of its finest brews along the way.