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Full Day Garifuna Cultural Immersion in Hopkins Village of Belize

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What You’ll Experience

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Location

Hopkins

Duration

8 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 12 guests

Language

English

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Delve into Garifuna culture in Belize's Hopkins Village. Learn traditional fishing, drumming, and cooking. Enjoy a hands-on, immersive day with knowledgeable indigenous guides.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.

Sample Menu

MAIN

Hudutu

Coconut chowder flavored with Fish of the day, freshly picked herbs, onions & garlic. with mash plantains and fried fish.

What You Get

Bottled water

Lunch

Hudutu

Snacks

Good To Know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

What You’ll Experience

Join us on the Ultimate Garifuna Cultural Culinary Adventure, where you'll embark on a captivating exploration of Belize's rich heritage, traditional fishing, and delectable cuisine. Your adventure begins as you set sail on a traditional Belizean fishing expedition with a local fisherman. Learn the age-old techniques of fishing, passed down through generations. Your next destination is the Palmento Grove Cultural and Fishing Lodge, Located on Kalipuna Cultural Heritage Island paradise a replicated charm of an authentic Garifuna village. Step into the Baba Sandu Spiritual Center, where our knowledgeable guides will enlighten you about the rich history of the Garifuna people. Stroll through our lush herbal garden, where you'll discover the secrets of traditional herbs. Culinary Adventure: Head to our cultural kitchen, where you'll cook over an open fire stove known as a fire heart. You'll prepare a mouthwatering dish called 'Hudut', a staple in Garifuna cuisine. Savor the fruits of your labor as you indulge in the exquisite flavors of Hudut. Conclude your adventure on a high note with a captivating Garifuna drumming session led by our master instructor.

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details

Once in Hopkins Pickup Point is at the Northend of Hopkins Pass Seiri Del Mar Resort. Take the the dirt road along the green fence to the beach at Hawaii Estuary.

Meeting Point

Hawaii Estuary, Stann Creek District, Belize, BZ

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Exact Meeting location is at Hawai Estuary right opposite Palmento Grove Dock. This is located at the north end of Hopkins pass Seiri Del Mar Resort. Guests can safely follow the Palmento Grove directional signs in the area to get to the meeting point.

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy
All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

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from $170.42

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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Central Standard Time.

All bookings are final. Cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

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2025

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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Central Standard Time.

All bookings are final. Cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

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Full Day Garifuna Cultural Immersion in Hopkins Village of Belize

Experience Details

Sample Menu

What You Get

Good To Know

What You’ll Experience

Meeting & Pickup

Cancellation PolicyAll bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

Cancellation Policy
All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.