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Dibulla: 4 Different Experiences

Experience vibrant local cuisine, fishing traditions, lively music, and scenic trails in this coastal gem, immersing yourself in rich cultural heritage.

OUR EXPERIENCES
History Travelers offers a range of experiences in Dibulla. Here are four of them:

Dibulla's traditional cuisine route, an ideal place to taste again:Take your senses on a journey of tropical flavors, tastes and, feelings. Share the preparation of food with traditional cooks, try new food products and listen to incredible life experiences, childhood memories, longings and reflections by the fire. With these teachers and transmitters of knowledge, you will learn how to cook with local products and you will taste the results.
Noches de Faena: Stories of a fishing village Share a fishing campfire with those who know the secrets of the sea and learn about each of the techniques and equipment required. Weave the nets to be used for fishing with your own hands and help the women process the catch. Sit down to talk about myths, omens and experiences at sea and learn about all the knowledge surrounding the culture of fishing. You can also choose to learn how to cook a traditional dish with the local women.
Dibulla, land of songwriters: Discover characters in the town's streets who create and perform verses to coastal rhythms. Join them, be surprised by their compositions, and become the protagonist of a verse! Don't miss the Estampas Punteras Dance Group, sharing regional stories and traditions through captivating movements. Enjoy hours of songs, verses, and the warmth of a fire. Learn to play traditional instruments with "Los Hijos de Carlos Huertas" and compete in verse contests. Watch Estampas Punteras dance group perform or join a dance class. Immerse yourself in cultural experiences with a local guide in Dibulla, lasting 1-2 hours based on your preference.
Dibulla, ideal place to discover and visit: Experience the city's history and monuments on foot, or choose a rural adventure. In the urban tour of Dibulla, explore its streets, landmarks, and cultural attractions. Walk or ride a traditional motorbike with a local guide, lasting 1-2 hours. For rural exploration, choose between two paths: "El Lagarto trail" along the beach, or "El Cerro" on a rural road. Enjoy the coastal scenery, birdwatching, and the story of an old sugar mill. El Lagarto trail takes 3 hours, while The Hill path is a 40-minute walk. Both include hydration, snacks, and stories from a local guide.

ABOUT US
History Travelers is a community tourism operator or receptive operator that seeks to position Colombia as a high-quality and competitive destination in the Colombian Caribbean. We provide visitors with a unique and enriching experience that promotes the protection of the cultural richness and heritage of the region, including the different Afro-descendant cultures, Wayúu, Wiwa, Arhuaca, Kogui, Kankuama, Raizal, among others.

OUR IMPACT
ProColombia partnered with Tourism Cares on a Meaningful Travel Map in advance of the Tourism Cares with Colombia Meaningful Travel Summit in November 2021. The pins on the Colombia Map represent community tourism experiences around the country, offered by receptive operators who design their tours to create local impact, generate economic benefits for communities, and reflect the richness of the experiences you can have traveling throughout Colombia. Their work, and the organizations they support, diffuse the economic benefits of tourism and support sustainable tourism growth in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

The Turismo Comunitario Map can be found on the ProColombia website: https://colombia.travel/en/tourism-cares