Garifuna Cooking Class

Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with locals from Belize's friendliest village! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!

UNESCO recognized the Garifuna Culture as a masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity. This designation means that it is an important culture that should be preserved, promoted, and celebrated. On this excursion you will be immersed in a full Garifuna cultural experience – from dressing in the traditional clothing of the Garinagu to discovering their ethnic cuisine through a cooking lesson. Hudut, comprised of green and ripe mashed plantains call “fu fu” and a coconut fish stew, is the popular dish you learn to cook.
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While your food is cooking, you will tour a Garifuna gallery and your host will describe some of the Garifuna artifacts that have been collected throughout the years. Additionally, you will be mesmerized by the pulsating rhythm of Garinagus’ drums. Be one with Belize while learning how to drum, dance and sing with friendly and professional indigenous people! This tour will give you a broad introduction to the culture, history and traditions of the unique Garifuna fishing village of Hopkins!

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  • Price Price: US $180
    per person
  • Intensity Intensity:
  • people Minimum: 2
  • Depart Depart: 9:30 am
  • Return Return: 1:30 pm

Includes:

  • Lunch

  • Juice

  • Water

What to Bring:

  • Sunscreen

  • Hat

  • Camera

  • Insect Repellent

  • Money for shopping

  • Friendly smile


Other Information:

This tour is not included in our packages – package but may be booked at the listed cost.

Also includes coconut water and drumming lessons.

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[More general information about our tours]

Everyday, Hamanasi offers a barrier reef excursion and an inland excursion based on a preset schedule. These scheduled tours are included in package rates. Tours beyond the daily scheduled tours are not included in package rates but can be booked at the listed cost. All tours are accompanied by a licensed Belizean tour guide and include any permits needed. A PADI professional accompanies all dive trips. More information about our tours is available on our rates and policies pages.

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