Garifuna Cultural and Culinary Experience in Hopkins Belize
Dive into the most interactive, fun and educational Garifuna Cultural & Culinary Experience in Belize. Visit Kalipuna Cultural Heritage Island a unique destination designated for the preservation of Garifuna Culture and share and learn from passionate and knowledgeable afro-indigenous advocates by participating in hands on cooking classes learning authentic & traditional Garifuna recipes and cooking methods. Chit chat about Garifuna History with knowledgable elders. Explore the lush herbal garden and learning about herbs used for both recreation and medicinal purposes. Savor the fruits of your labor as you enjoy a mouthwatering Garifuna meal. Every bite tells a story, connecting you to the flavors of this vibrant culture. Cultural dishes can be customize so that guests with special dietary restrictions can also enjoy. Conclude your day with a mesmerizing Garifuna drumming session led by our master drumming instructor.
Full Day Garifuna Cultural Immersion in Hopkins Village of Belize
Benefit from expert local indigenous guides who provide in-depth knowledge about Garifuna culture, history, traditions, pulsating music and unique cuisine throughout the entire experience. Engage in fun-filled, educational and interactive cultural activities where you get hands with Traditional Fishing, Cooking and Drumming thought by passionate and knowledgeable hosts. You'll learn traditional techniques and knowledge that can be used for life.
Guest gets the opportunity to catch their own fish, harvest fresh organic herbs for the herbal garden on site, process coconuts to make coconut milk, cook a traditional meal over a traditional stove and enjoy the delicious food of their labor. The experience is topped off by learning how to play the Garifuna drums.
We are glad to host guests with special dietary requirements. Just let us know in advance.
Authentic Garifuna Cooking Class in Hopkins Village Belize
Authentic Garifuna Gastronomic Experience in Hopkins Village, Belize offers the most interactive hands-on opportunity to cook with a Garifuna Ambassador in an enchanting Garifuna village replica located on Kalipuna Heritage Island. Learn about the indigenous flavors and cooking techniques that makes Garifuna meal tasty. The cooking experience is punctuated by informative conversations about the culture, history & people and spiced with laughter. Guests explore the herbal garden on the island and harvest organic ingredients to be used in meal preparation. The art of Coconut processing is always a highlight and includes husking, cracking, grating & making coconut milk. Learning how to cook over a traditional stove and prepare the most delicious traditional afro-indigenous lunch is sure to be fun. Guests with special dietary needs are equally catered for however advance notification is appreciated.
Garifuna Drumming and Dancing Class in Hopkins Village Belize
Visit to Kalipuna Cultural Heritage Island an enchanting replica of a Garifuna Village. Step into Jess Flores Drumming Center where the walls are adorned with mesmerizing Garifuna art and dive deep into Garifuna culture, music, and history, gaining insights into the importance of music to the Garifuna People.
Join the Master Garifuna Drumming Instructor, whose journey into the world of beats and rhythms began in childhood. You'll participate in an interactive and captivating Garifuna drumming experience, feeling the pulse of the drums reverberate through your soul. Whether you're a seasoned musician or a novice, you'll find yourself swept away by the mesmerizing melodies and vibrant spirit of Garifuna music taught by the must patient master drummer.
Join us for The Traditional Garifuna Drumming Classes, where you learn that every beat tells a story and every drum strike connects you to the soul of a culture steeped in music and history.
Mayan Chocolate Making & Waterfall Swimming From Placencia
This half day tour of chocolate making starts from the cacao tree and ends with a Mayan chocolate bar in your hands. you will visit a small cacao farm where the farmer gives you a complete history of his organic cacao farm and detailed explanation of how the beans are extracted from the pods.Immediately after the farm we head Back to the small-indoors chocolate facility where you will learn how to make your own chocolate on traditional grinding stones. To top off the day we stop at a nearby waterfall.
Drumming Dancing and Dinner Indigenous Garifuna Style
The perfect way to dive into local culture! Come and experience this Garifuna drumming, dancing and dinner extravaganza.
Under a beautiful traditional Thatch Palapa on the edge of Punta Gorda town, you will be given a brief overview of the fascinating Garifuna people and culture of southern Belize.
You will then be treated to a 45 minute professional group performance of a number of traditional rhythms and songs. If your feet start to tap along, then don't despair, as you'll be given the opportunity to join the traditional dancing lesson at the end.
Once you have worked up a slight sweat and earned your dinner, it's time to sit down, relax and enjoy a traditional Garifuna meal of "hudut" - fillet fish sauteed in lightly seasoned coconut milk, served with mashed plantain.
Sunset Yoga with Wine at Stella’s Sunset Wine Bar in Belize
This yoga event is a wonderful way to take care of yourself at the end of the day, as well as an excellent opportunity to connect with other visitors or island locals. We'll enjoy a gentle flow and meditation together, followed by a nourishing relaxation period (or savasana). After class, come together as a group or spread out one of the lagoon side tables to enjoy a glass of red or white wine or house sangria and discuss your trip and your time on the island.
Yoga on the Beach with Breakfast at Mangata Villas
Yoga on the Beach + Breakfast is an excellent way to start the day, outdoors in the sunshine, overlooking the reef, with a yoga class to connect mind, body and soul. Connect with fellow travelers and locals after class over a rejuvenating breakfast at Moon Bar, Mangata Villa's onsite and beachfront restaurant and bar.
An authentic and interactive Garifuna drumming lesson for all ages. Join a whirlwind introduction to the fascinating and unique culture and music of the Garifuna people of southern Belize. Fun for all ages, abilities, backgrounds, even if you've never touched a drum in your life. Everyone loves learning to play the Garifuna drums. Your instructor will give you a brief history of the unique UNESCO recognized Garifuna people, music and culture. He will then launch straight into your drumming lesson, teaching you a selection of beats on your own large "segunda" bass drum before joining in on his own drum with dynamic and fast rhythms and songs.
With this experience, you’ll get behind the bar and put your skills to the test as you learn how to create unique garnishes while balancing flavors for the ultimate Belizean cocktail!