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.
“Very quaint experience. Small enough so it was not overwhelming but enough people to make it fun and not awkward. Would highly recommend. This was a wonderful experience!!!”
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.
Salsa class plus Getsemaní bar hopping in Cartagena, with welcome drinks and Café Havana admission. 3 hours, beginner friendly.
“My advice to the tour operator would be to put the word PRIVATE on the tour. The description and photos lead you to believe it is a shared activity. Not worth the money.”
Learn salsa basics in Cartagena’s Getsemaní with a 1-hour group class. Beginner-friendly, live entertainment, $15, evening times.
“It was my first time participating in a salsa class an I am happy coming away from it with the knowledge that I have about the dance and how to!! 😊”
Champeta and salsa on a Cartagena rooftop inside the walled city, with a welcome drink, culture lesson, and playlist for $35.
“Our group really enjoyed learning Champeta and different forms of Salsa. The instructor and host were energetic and really friendly. Our earlier activity ran past its time and we really appreciated them accommodating us. This is a great company for all to experience Afro-Colombian culture!”
Join Crazy Rumba in Cartagena’s Getsemaní for a 2-hour salsa and champeta workshop with a cocktail, water, and real practice time.
“The broke down the steps in such an easy and digestible way. Be prepared to break a sweat but it’s worth it!”
