Garifuna Cultural Tour
Tour Details
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Placencia to 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 traditional lunch with the members of their community. 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. To do so, 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.
Finally, we'll be back at your hotel in Placencia after a total of 8 hours.
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup 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.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
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.
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 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Barefoot Services Corporate name: Barefoot Services Registered Office: Main Street, PLacencia, Stann creek District, Belize Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 223848 Contact information Email: barefootservicesbelize@gmail.com Phone: 0115016299602
If you have any other questions please contact us.