CARTAGENA
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The 7 most popular salsa & dance classes in Cartagena. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Cartagena dance class on a secret Getsemaní rooftop learning salsa, merengue, bachata, champeta, with drinks and a video tutorial.
“You learn three different styles of dance and you get to sip wine or drink beer while doing it. It’s very easy and fun. There’s a comfortable environment and we got to see the sunset so it was nice. I would do this again.”
Drumming and dancing in Cartagena’s La Boquilla. Learn champeta moves, work up a sweat, then cool off with a sea swim.
“There aren't enough words to describe what a wonderful time we had with Marelvy. She was extremely interesting and knowledgeable about Cartagena. The tour was full of surprises and beautiful sights. Cartagena is indeed a beautiful city. I had booked her for 4 hours and an offer to take her to lunch. That we did…”
A 6-hour Cartagena pub crawl through Getsemaní and Old City with dancing lessons, free shots, live music, and bar-to-club entry.
“The guides were cool and made this bar crawl fun. Be prepared to take shots at every bar and MORE. The salsa dance lessons were fun! Well organized-definitely book it!”
Salsa class plus Getsemaní bar hopping in Cartagena, with welcome drinks and Café Havana admission. 3 hours, beginner friendly.
“There were no instructions when I showed up. The activities were planned way to early, when we went to the bars, clubs there was no one there. Jay the manager tried his best but it was not the experience I expected.”
Learn salsa basics in Cartagena’s Getsemaní with a 1-hour group class. Beginner-friendly, live entertainment, $15, evening times.
“Our original class time was full. They accommodated us with a private lesson. We learned basics with each name of the dance and we also learned an entire routine that we were able to take home and practice the routine. The instructor was knowledgeable and professional. So much fun!”
Champeta and salsa on a Cartagena rooftop inside the walled city, with a welcome drink, culture lesson, and playlist for $35.
“our hosts were so kind and generous! the energy was fantastic and we learned so much. our favorite activity of our stay in cartagena.”
Join Crazy Rumba in Cartagena’s Getsemaní for a 2-hour salsa and champeta workshop with a cocktail, water, and real practice time.
“My friends and I had an awesome time dancing to bachata, champeta, and salsa. Natalia is an excellent dance instructor, spoke English really well, broke the steps in small segments, making the learning experience easy and fun! If you are coming to Cartagena you must sign up for a class!”
