Our Tours
Meaningful Travel Starts Here
At Origin + Culture, we offer a community-centered alternative to traditional tourism by spotlighting Afro-Colombian history, culture, and businesses. Our experiences are designed to introduce you to the soul of Medellín through the lens of local Black guides, artists, and everyday leaders. Whether you're walking through murals, tasting ancestral drinks, or sharing stories over a homemade meal, each tour creates meaningful connections and supports local livelihoods. A portion of proceeds also funds our free programs for the Afro-Colombian community—so every experience you book helps create lasting impact.
Don’t see exactly what you're looking for? No worries—each experience is customizable. Just reach out, and we’ll curate something just for you.
Comuna 13 Afro Tour
Duration: 2.5 hours
Price: $80 USD per person
Includes: Tour, lunch, a snack, water, and transportation
Offered in: English or Spanish
What to Expect: This isn’t your typical Comuna 13 tour. Learn about the history from the cable cars, then walk through the neighborhood with local Afro-Colombian guides who share their own stories of resilience and creativity. Discover how hip-hop, graffiti, and community organizing have transformed the area, and meet artists keeping the culture alive. Expect good music, street art, powerful conversations — and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local Afro-Colombian restaurant to complete the experience.
Community Impact: Led by youth from the community. A portion of the fee goes directly to support a local cultural organization.
Afro-Colombian Rhythm Dance Class (Ritmo Exótico)
Duration: 1 hour
Price: $70 USD (4 travelers) / $90 USD (3 travelers)
Includes: Class and interpretation
Offered in: Spanish instruction with English interpretation
What to Expect: Step into the world of Ritmo Exótico, a powerful Afro-Colombian genre born in Quibdó, Chocó. This high-energy dance class with Afronicos Dance Crew in Comuna 13 blends the roots of cumbia and chirimía with modern beats like reggae, hip hop, and pop. Whether you're a dancer or just looking to connect with Afro-Colombian creativity, this class invites you to feel the rhythm, move your body, and experience resistance through celebration.
Community Impact: This class supports local Afro-Colombian dancers who are preserving and innovating cultural expression through rhythm and movement in Comuna 13.
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Jewelry Making Workshop – De la Manigua a la Ciudad
Duration: 2 hours
Price: $80 USD per person (3 person minimum)
Includes: Instruction and all materials to take home
Offered in: English or Spanish
What to Expect: Led by Katherynn from Afrock Jewelry, this intimate workshop is more than just crafting—it's a journey through memory, identity, and Afro-Colombian resistance. Create your own custom ear cuff, while learning about ancestral practices and the symbolism woven into Afro jewelry traditions. You’ll leave not only with a beautiful keepsake, but with stories and connections that run deep.
Community Impact: This project supports Afrock’s mission of reconnecting with Afro roots through art, funding social initiatives, and celebrating Afro aesthetics with pride and purpose.
Photography Session with Harle Design
Duration: 1 hour personalized photo session
Price: $150 USD, Optional add-ons available
Includes: 50 edited digital images within 3 business days
Offered in: Spanish instruction with English interpretation
What to Expect: Capture your time in Medellín through the lens of Harle Design, an Afro-Colombian photographer who’s been documenting the essence of community for years. This one-hour session is perfect for travelers, creatives, or anyone who wants to remember their journey through a powerful visual lens.
You choose the vibe—Botanical Garden, Comuna 13, or a custom location that speaks to you.
Community Impact: A portion of proceeds supports our free programs for the Afro-Colombian community. This experience uplifts local artists and keeps cultural storytelling alive through visual media.
