Cali Salsa Tour
Cali Salsa Tour
The Cali Salsa Tour will take you to dance, play music, and learn the city´s history through songs helping you discover why Cali is called the World Capital of Salsa.
Be led by a friendly, passionate, and knowledgeable local guide, who will take you dancing and teach you about the events that marked the the evolution of salsa, thereby writing the city’s history.
Dance, play an instrument, taste, and live Cali through your senses.
if you want to live the magic yourself…book now!
Departure & Return
Departure Point: Plazoleta Jairo Varela. La Locura Store
– The tour ends in the colonial neighborhood of San Antonio or at the meeting point.
– The Salsa Tour does not include the transfer back to the hotel.
Days of Operation
Monday to Friday:
Afternoon: 2:00 pm
Saturday: 2:00 pm. (upon request)
We do not offer tours this days.
Overview
Salsa Tour:
You’ll begin your experience at the World Capital of Salsa in Plaza Jairo Varela (the salsa square). Find yourself dancing under the biggest trumpets on the globe and even playing an instrument yourself.
Then, make your way across a giant piano under your feet where you will learn how “caleños” traditionally first meet at a young age in the dance floor. Even so, learn how these salsa dancers become couples toasting with a traditional juice that will refresh your palate. Now, stroll along the riverside where you will admire the street art of the “Singer of the Singers”.
Create your own souvenir (included) at a local souvenir shop, where you will support a foundation of women.
Finally, connect with the roots of the first salsa band in the city. That is to say, we listen to their family story while admiring their unique collection of instruments that you can play and have fun dancing.
Experience all of this in just one afternoon!
What´s Included
Included
- Learn to play a percussion instrument for Salsa.
- Learn to dance salsa Cali style.
- Local bilingual guide.
- Entrance to a gallery and collection of the first salsa orquestra in Cali.
- Tasting of traditional food or drink (one) upon availability.
- A souvenir that supports our community.
- Medium Walk (3.2 km/2 mi) by the city center.
Not Included
- Additional services or products not specified in the plan.
- Transportation from and back to the place of lodging. (tour ends in San Antonio antique neighborhood)
- Tips. (optional)
What to expect
Places to visit in order:
Plazoleta Jairo Varela & Salsa Square.
- Giant Trumpet.
- River Boulevard, giant street art, local salsa bars …We don´t want to spoil your tour.
- This tour goes for 3 hours by foot. Walk and dance aprox 3.2 km (2 miles) at an easy pace in the whole tour.
Recommendations bring & wear
- Cash, if you are planning to buy souvenirs
- Water bottle
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Fresh clothes
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito repellent
- Cap or hat
- Umbrella
Weather Notice
The tour will operate rain or shine unless considered unsafe to operate.
Minimum guest per tour
1 person.
We love small groups; therefore, the maximum group size is 15 guests therefore, the maximum group size is 15 guests.
We combine guests from different hotels/hostels to complete our group.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- Therefore, If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the Colombian local time.
Price
Prices in COP:
3 guest or more:
- 123 k pesos / person
Private Tour 1 guest:
- 297 k pesos / person
Private Tour 2 guests:
- 187 k pesos / person