Tairona Gold Museum Guided Tour with Indigenous Kogui Storyteller | Kalaira
2 Hours

Tairona Gold Museum Guided Tour with Indigenous Kogui Storyteller

  • Indigenous Kogui Storyteller
  • Spanish
  • Depends on Storyteller
  • NO

Description

By purchasing this experience, you are helping to fund the studies of Adolfo Nolabita, a Kogui indigenous student from the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, who decided to study law in Bogotá to protect the rights of his community, which have been violated due to not knowing Spanish and being unaware of the laws and regulations that affect their territory.

Grade E

E 10%

Trip Overview

In this tour, you will learn about the importance of gold for indigenous communities, funerary urns and their significance, what is Poporo and why is it important, how the Nujue or communal house is built and used, also known as Maloca, explanation of the way to sit for concentration and education, who is the shaman or mamo within the indigenous community, how guarapo is made and when it is consumed, the importance of the condor, traditional clothing, the Mamo, the Nikuma, and much more.

Protecting our indigenous communities worldwide is protecting nature.

Visit the Tairona Gold Museum with purpose.

  • Guided tour by an indigenous storyteller.
  • Discover the importance of gold for indigenous people.
  • Support a future indigenous lawyer.

Itinerary

Meet your indigenous storyteller at the main square of Sesquilé.

Walk with your indigenous storyteller from the main square to the entrance of the Muisca Indigenous Council of Sesquilé. This is where your tour will begin.

Approximately an hour and a half later, you will arrive at the Cusmuy (Muisca ceremonial house). The journey is short but includes several stops to explain the indigenous connection to this territory, its restoration, its sacred places, and much more.

You will be back at the entrance of the territory where you will walk back to the main square. Use these minutes of walking to reflect on everything you have learned.

Cost

Includes

  • Guide with a Kogui indigenous storyteller.

Excludes

  • Museum entry is free.

Location

FAQs

The easiest way to get to Sesquilé from Bogotá is to go to the North Transport Terminal and take the bus to Sesquilé.

This experience does not include the traditional medicine of the Muisca indigenous community, the Hosqa IE. However, you can see the Temazcal experience which does include it. The cleansing ceremony with tobacco and cotton does not involve consuming it.

The indigenous community loves receiving visits from the whole family. Keep in mind that it is a mountain and the walk is uphill. It is recommended that if you come with children, they should be older than 7 years.

Of course, your pet will be very happy to receive the beautiful energy of the place.

Date Availability

Availability depends on the schedule of our indigenous storyteller. Contact us on WhatsApp to coordinate times.

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    Reviews

    Aimee
    Aimee
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    abril de 2024
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    Our guide was from one of the four Indigenous communities in the Tayrona area and was such a great insight to traditions and culture. We got more information than we would have going alone. this tour is great value for money. Please bring cash to tip the guide also as they are great. I wouldn't recommend this tour if you don't speak Spanish as the guides don't speak any English.
    Juan David Beltran
    Juan David Beltran
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    a year ago
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    Excellent work by Nicolás and Kalaira! We took the tour of the gold museum guided by Adolfo from the Kogi people and I was truly blown away by all the knowledge that was shared with us. The explanations were deep, clear and enriching. This whole experience leads to reflection on our identity and on the spiritual work that indigenous peoples carry out to care for our Mother Earth. Kalaira really thinks and creates experiences of great value and from a conscious and human tourism. Highly recommended your service!
    Carlos Arturo Rodriguez Duran
    Carlos Arturo Rodriguez Duran
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    a year ago
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    Being guided by someone native to an indigenous tribe was a spectacular experience. It really makes you experience the museum in a different way and learn a lot about the customs of the tribe.
    Janet
    Janet
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    agosto de 2023
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    Excellent experience from the point of view of a Kogi indigenous, explaining the differences between the interpretation of the use and symbology of the museum objects, which anthropologists and archaeologists made and still do, versus the own experience and history that the indigenous people have today in day about them. Totally recommended, especially knowing that you are contributing to the benefit of these communities, supporting their studies in Bogotá.
    Evelin
    Evelin
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    enero de 2023
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    The experience of visiting the Gold Museum with Ruperto has been incredible, his vision and wisdom gave our visit a color that we did not imagine and allowed us to acquire not only knowledge, but he also transmitted his wisdom and that of his people to us. . I recommend this type of visit without a doubt!!
    andrea del pilar mendoza duran
    andrea del pilar mendoza duran
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    a year ago
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    Listening to Adolfo about the Kogi cosmogony was a truly enriching experience, 10 out of 10!!!
    Angelica Daza
    Angelica Daza
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    a year ago
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    The best explanation to tour the Gold Museum. It is very worth it to understand and recognize our indigenous heritage, our history as a country and more from the hand of a member of the Kogi community. I loved! I completely recommend it.
    Giovanny
    Giovanny
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    marzo de 2023
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    Visiting the museum in this way gives you a completely different perspective of what you find there, an enriching experience led by Adolfo who makes history a unique narrative, especially due to his experience in the Kogi community. Thank you very much, Adolfo for the experience.
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    Javier
    Javier
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    julio de 2023
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    The visit to the Gold Museum in Bogotá guided by an indigenous person was a truly enriching and memorable experience. From the moment we arrived at the museum, the cultural atmosphere and sense of history enveloped the entire place. The presence of our guide, who shared his knowledge and wisdom about the richness of pre-Columbian culture, added a unique value to the visit. The indigenous guide demonstrated deep respect and connection with the pieces exhibited in the museum, which allowed us to understand the deep relationship that indigenous peoples have with their cultural heritage. His explanations about the symbology of the pieces, the goldsmithing technique used and the worldview behind each artifact were truly fascinating. What impressed us most was the way the guide shared his cultural heritage with us. Not only did he limit himself to historical information, but he also invited us to reflect on the importance of preserving indigenous traditions and respect for nature. Furthermore, the guide showed great skill in answering our questions and was genuinely interested in hearing our impressions. His warmth and patience made the tour very enjoyable and he left us feeling like we had had an authentic and meaningful experience. The choice of having an indigenous guide for this visit to the Gold Museum was the right one, since his presence allowed us to give a deeper and more authentic perspective to our experience. It was a cultural encounter that exceeded my expectations and left me with a greater appreciation for the history and cultural diversity of Colombia. I recommend this option to anyone who wants to learn first-hand from the voices and perspectives of indigenous peoples.

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    Description

    Length

    Elevation Gain

    Terrain

    Altitude

    Experience

    Recommended Physical Condition

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    A+

    Extremely Difficult

    More than 30 km (19 miles)

    More than 1,500 m (4,900 feet)

    Very steep terrain, light climbing, areas without defined trails

    More than 4,000 m (13,100 feet)

    Excellent physical condition, extensive experience, technical skills

    Excellent endurance, strength, and altitude acclimatization

    High mountain peak ascents

    A

    Very Difficult

    20-30 km (12-19 miles)

    1,000-1,500 m (3,300-4,900 feet)

    Steep terrain, river crossings, possible snow

    3,000-4,000 m (10,000-13,100 feet)

    Very good physical condition, significant experience

    Very good endurance, strength, and altitude acclimatization

    Alpine traverses, high-altitude trekking

    B+

    Difficult

    15-20 km (9-12 miles)

    500-1,000 m (1,650-3,300 feet)

    Less defined trails, steep sections, rocky or uneven terrain

    2,500-3,000 m (8,200-10,000 feet)

    Good physical condition, hiking experience

    Good endurance and strength, familiarity with moderate altitudes

    Full-day mountain hikes

    B

    Moderately Difficult

    10-15 km (6-9 miles)

    300-500 m (1,000-1,650 feet)

    Marked trails but rocky or with steep inclines

    1,500-2,500 m (5,000-8,200 feet)

    Reasonable physical condition, some experience

    Moderate physical condition, adequate endurance and strength

    National park hikes

    C

    Moderate

    5-10 km (3-6 miles)

    200-300 m (650-1,000 feet)

    Well-marked trails, moderate inclines

    Up to 1,500 m (5,000 feet)

    Not much experience needed, good physical condition

    Basic physical condition, some endurance

    Nature area hikes, hill trails

    D

    Easy

    3-5 km (2-3 miles)

    100-200 m (330-650 feet)

    Well-maintained trails, generally flat or with gentle slopes

    Generally at low altitudes

    No experience needed, basic physical condition

    Minimum physical condition, suitable for beginners

    Local park walks

    E

    Beginner

    Less than 3 km (less than 2 miles)

    Less than 100 m (less than 330 feet)

    Paved trails or easy paths

    Very low altitudes

    No experience or great physical condition needed

    Suitable for anyone, including children and elderly

    Urban trails or park walks

    Grade

    A+

    Description

    Extremely Difficult

    Length

    More than 30 km (19 miles)

    Elevation Gain

    More than 1,500 m (4,900 feet)

    Terrain

    Very steep terrain, light climbing, areas without defined trails

    Altitude

    More than 4,000 m (13,100 feet)

    Experience

    Excellent physical condition, extensive experience, technical skills

    Recommended Physical Condition

    Excellent endurance, strength, and altitude acclimatization

    Example

    High mountain peak ascents

    Grade

    A

    Description

    Very Difficult

    Length

    20-30 km (12-19 miles)

    Elevation Gain

    1,000-1,500 m (3,300-4,900 feet)

    Terrain

    Steep terrain, river crossings, possible snow

    Altitude

    3,000-4,000 m (10,000-13,100 feet)

    Experience

    Very good physical condition, significant experience

    Recommended Physical Condition

    Very good endurance, strength, and altitude acclimatization

    Example

    Alpine traverses, high-altitude trekking

    Grade

    B+

    Description

    Difficult

    Length

    15-20 km (9-12 miles)

    Elevation Gain

    500-1,000 m (1,650-3,300 feet)

    Terrain

    Less defined trails, steep sections, rocky or uneven terrain

    Altitude

    2,500-3,000 m (8,200-10,000 feet)

    Experience

    Good physical condition, hiking experience

    Recommended Physical Condition

    Good endurance and strength, familiarity with moderate altitudes

    Example

    Full-day mountain hikes

    Grade

    B

    Description

    Moderately Difficult

    Length

    10-15 km (6-9 miles)

    Elevation Gain

    300-500 m (1,000-1,650 feet)

    Terrain

    Marked trails but rocky or with steep inclines

    Altitude

    1,500-2,500 m (5,000-8,200 feet)

    Experience

    Reasonable physical condition, some experience

    Recommended Physical Condition

    Moderate physical condition, adequate endurance and strength

    Example

    National park hikes

    Grade

    C

    Description

    Moderate

    Length

    5-10 km (3-6 miles)

    Elevation Gain

    200-300 m (650-1,000 feet)

    Terrain

    Well-marked trails, moderate inclines

    Altitude

    Up to 1,500 m (5,000 feet)

    Experience

    Not much experience needed, good physical condition

    Recommended Physical Condition

    Basic physical condition, some endurance

    Example

    Nature area hikes, hill trails

    Grade

    D

    Description

    Easy

    Length

    3-5 km (2-3 miles)

    Elevation Gain

    100-200 m (330-650 feet)

    Terrain

    Well-maintained trails, generally flat or with gentle slopes

    Altitude

    Generally at low altitudes

    Experience

    No experience needed, basic physical condition

    Recommended Physical Condition

    Minimum physical condition, suitable for beginners

    Example

    Local park walks

    Grade

    E

    Description

    Beginner

    Length

    Less than 3 km (less than 2 miles)

    Elevation Gain

    Less than 100 m (less than 330 feet)

    Terrain

    Paved trails or easy paths

    Altitude

    Very low altitudes

    Experience

    No experience or great physical condition needed

    Recommended Physical Condition

    Suitable for anyone, including children and elderly

    Example

    Urban trails or park walks