INCLUDED
3 Nights Movich Cali
3 Nights Hotel Aqamare Hotel
Arrival/Departure Transfers
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily
Marimba Workshop (Pacific Coast Music)
San Cipriano (Afro Colombian Town Town outside of Cali)
Underground History of Cali
Afro Colombian Art Workshop
Samba Dance Class
Pacific Coast Cultural Presentation with The Mayoras
Raizal Cultural Tour & Food Experience
Interactive Cultural Music Tour
Johnny Cay / Aquarium Cay beach Tour
Professional Tour Guide

NOT INCLUDED - OPTIONAL ADD ON
Gratuity - $20 per person per day
    - tour guide
    - driver 
    - hotel arrival & departure luggage handling
    - tour guides at various locations
    - group meals outside of the hotel
Airfare - Inquire with your Travel Expert

NOT INCLUDED
Airfare (please let your travel concierge know if you would like to receive pricing.
Travel Insurance
Passport fees, Visa fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
Expenditures of a personal nature
All Beverages
Additional sightseeing, activities, and experiences outside of the itinerary
Souvenirs
Gratuities
    - bellman for personal requests
    - airport porters
    - any services requested on own
    - hotel food and beverage gratuity
Early check-in or late check-out from hotels
Personal charges: Laundry, phone calls, SIM Cards, Room Service
Anything that is not specified as included

Itinerary subject to change
All tours and entrance fees are included
All taxes are included
Maximum two travelers per room
All prices are expressed in US dollars.
Prices are dynamic and subject to availability
     and subject to fluctuations in currency exchange rates.

5% Rebate on Land Package.

The offer is valid for the remaining balance of the Land Package only, after any other discounts or promotions have been applied.  The discount does not apply to the Booking Fee, Add-On Purchases, or Donations.  The rebate will be refunded to the original form of payment used for the Travel Experience purchase. Please allow 14 business days for processing.

Hotel Movich Casa del Alferez, a colonial-style boutique hotel situated in the exclusive area of ​​Granada, Cali. The hotel is located in the area where you will find ​​the best shops for fashion and the most exquisite restaurants. A building that has been remodelled in the colonial style and inspired by the great Colombian romantic writer Jorge Isaacs.

Once inside you can enjoy an exclusive experience with care taken in every detail. This desire to take care of our guests has made the Hotel Movich Casa del Alférez the only hotel in the city to belong to the exclusive Small Luxury Hotels worldwide network. Visit our terrace, delight in the Junambú breeze and experience the flavors of our carefully prepared Colombian cuisine.

A few steps from the best beaches of San Andrés, in the new tourist area of the Island you will find Aquamare Hotel, with an integrated concept surrounded by the most surprising view of the sea of the seven colors. With contemporary architecture, large modern and comfortable spaces.

Incredible Roof Top ideal for discovering new experiences in our bars and restaurant, live new sensations and memorable moments.

Be prepared with travel insurance coverage through Travel Guard. Plans can include coverage for medical expenses, trip interruption and more and include emergency travel services so you can be sure that Travel Guard has an insurance plan that meets your traveling needs. Travel Guard is available to assist 24 hours a day.  

Travel Guard's Trip Insurance Plans provide valuable coverage at an affordable price and includes an early purchase benefit of a waiver of Pre-existing Medical Condition Exclusion and Cancel for Any Reason option,  if purchased within 15 days of the initial trip payment.

Your travel insurance will need to cover medical expenses that could arise while traveling abroad. In the case of a Kilimanjaro climb, you’ll need to make sure that it covers you for medical evacuation too.

Unexpected injuries and doctor visits need to be covered, and emergency evacuation expenses should you need to be airlifted to a medical facility. Those situations are rare, but they do occur, and you need the proper insurance.

When purchasing travel insurance, it is important you understand exactly what it does and doesn’t cover. Most basic plans will offer basic protection for trip cancellation, lost bags, and delayed flights.

However, if you need coverage beyond that (medical expenses, evacuation, etc.) then you’ll likely have to purchase a higher-tier policy.

It’s important that whatever policy you choose also covers high altitude activities. That isn’t the case with every insurance plan, so be sure to ask for it specifically.

We highly recommend you add the Adventure Sports Bundle to your insurance package if you are running a marathon, climbing a mountain, scuba diving, etc.  Add the adventure sports bundle to ensure you are covered. 

The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Enroll HERE → https://step.state.gov/

Colombia’s official currency is the peso, which is abbreviated as COP. Prices in Colombia are marked with a dollar sign, but remember that you’re seeing the price in Colombian pesos. COP$1,000,000 isn’t enough to buy a house in Colombia, but it will usually cover a few nights in a nice hotel!

Bills in Colombia are in denominations of $1,000, $2,000, $5,000, $10,000, $20,000, $50,000, and $100,000. Coins in Colombia got a makeover in 2016, so you may see two different versions of the same coin amount. Coins in Colombia are in denominations of $50, $100, $200, $500, and $1,000. The equivalent of cents is centavos in Colombian Spanish.

XE-perience currencies on the go. 
The XE Currency app - Everything you need for international currencies.

Download Xe Currency Converter: for Android HERE  and for iOS HERE

Spanish is the predominant language in Colombia, spoken by approximately 99.2% of the population. While Spanish is the official language nationwide, Colombia boasts a rich linguistic diversity with over 65 Indigenous languages still spoken today. English holds official status only in the archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia, and Santa Catalina.

July and August welcome a brief dry season, with less rainfall and increasingly warm temperatures. Bogota enjoys warmer weather, with sunlit street parades and dancing for its exuberant carnival in July, while Medellín bursts into bloom with processions of floral floats during the Feria de las Flores in August. In Villa de Leyva, the popular religious festival of Virgen de Carmen draws bustling crowds and live folk music. In the Caribbean, temperatures remain hot and steamy, and by August there are regular downpours which can be torrential. August is the warmest and driest month in San Agustín and Popayán, averaging 24°C, making this a great time for scenic hikes and visits to archaeological gems.

If you are looking for an all-natural product to use to repel mosquitos, look no further.  Lemongrass Whipped Shea Butter infused with Peppermint  $9.99

We highly recommend this product from our own personal experience.  In 2022, our TBOG Travel Team started using Mine Botanical Whipped Shea Butter with Lemongrass and Peppermint when traveling over a four month period to Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Jamaica, Australia and New Zealand.  Shocked is an understatement.  We could count on one hand how many mosquito bites the owner of TBOG Travel had gotten.  So if it works for her, who the mosquitos love..we hope it will work for you!

MINE BOTANICALS LEMONGRASS INFUSED WITH PEPPERMINT SHEA BUTTER

Lemongrass Whipped Shea Butter With Mint Leaf Extract & Peppermint Oil Anti-Inflammatory, Soothing & Healing  Anti-Inflammatory Wonder Soothing Healing  Soothes and heals inflamed skin, providing relief.

Genuine comfort comes from letting your feet do what's natural: bending, flexing, moving, feeling. Xero Shoes let them do that.

Female Urination Device
Reusable Silicone Female Urinal Foolproof Women's Pee Funnel Allows Women to Pee Standing Up,
Women's Urinal with Drawstring Bags is The Perfect Companion for Travel and Outdoor.

For any outdoor activity, fold the female urinal device into the drawstring bag and carry it around. So easy and convenient, does not take up space. With it, you no longer have to worry about the dirtiness of public toilets.  

It is highly recommended for all women who travel.  Keep a pouch with Cottonelle Flushable wipes, Wet Ones or Wet Wipes, Travel Soap Sheets, and any other item you may need when using the restrooms.

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Antibacterial Paper Soap Sheets for Hand Washing - (300 Sheets) Orange, Tea Tree, Lavender Portable Travel Soap Sheets, Dissolvable Camping Mini Soap, Portable Hand Soap Sheets

𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗟 𝗦𝗜𝗭𝗘: Light, small, and portable soap sheets for hand washing offer discreet and convenient to use as hiking soap, camping soap, and family travel soap. Alternate to soap bars, these portable mini soap sheets are safe and useful for school trips and are ideal camping toiletries. A perfect paper camping for traveling.

𝗙𝗢𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 & 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧: These foaming hand soap refills form a light lather that dissolves quickly and prevents dry hands. Naturally moisturizing portable hand washing soap is gentle on the skin while potent on the toughest of dirt and contaminants.

𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘 & 𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚: This mini soap is small in size yet huge in functionality. This travel soap can be used on all bodies, at any time. Kids-friendly and suitable for all skin types, our natural hand soap with potent plant extracts is family-safe, wholesome, and leaves no residue.

𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗨𝗦𝗘: Take a foaming paper soap sheet in your hands. Add water and rub your hands to form a lather. Rinse, dry, and enjoy clean hands.

𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗧-𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗚: Earth-friendly packaging of our foaming and convenient hand soap refills allow for worry-free disposal while outdoors; An excellent planet-saving alternative to plastic soap containers.

AMAZON PURCHASE
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The Black Onyx Group Travel stands firmly committed to social responsibility and sustainability. The places we visit are more than just tourist attractions. They are homes to vibrant communities with rich traditions and cultures. We take it as our duty to respect and support these communities, ensuring that our travel choices positively impact them.     

Our unwavering commitment to sustainable tourism and social responsibility reflects our deep care for the world we share. We passionately engage with residents and communities in the places we visit, valuing their input in shaping the course of tourism in their region. Deliberately selected local suppliers in our destinations have received comprehensive training in sustainable tourism practices. By fostering strong partnerships with local businesses, we enable them to thrive through tourism while safeguarding against exploitation. This approach effectively preserves their culture, traditions, and way of life, thereby honoring and uplifting their community.    

At The Black Onyx Group Travel, we understand the crucial role of education, especially in rural areas where resources can be limited. As part of our mission, we work with our clients, business associates, partners, and donors to provide financial and essential resources such as books and clothes for children in remote areas, investing in their education and the future of their communities. Your support is vital in this effort.    

At The Black Onyx Group Travel, we recognize that achieving cultural and social sustainability requires cooperation with local communities, travel companies worldwide, and the visitors we welcome. We are committed to preserving local cultures and communities and ensuring visitors have meaningful and authentic experiences around the world. This commitment is a vital part of our mission and something we are deeply passionate about, and we will continue to uphold it in all our endeavors.

At TBOG Travel, we are committed to offering unique travel experiences that foster connections and networks within the Diaspora. Our travel experiences effectively bridge the past and present, offering a responsible alternative to traditional tourism. We believe that responsible tourism is crucial in preserving cultural heritage and avoiding cross-cultural misunderstandings that might be perpetuated by traditional tourism.     

Exploring your ancestral history through travel is not just a journey; it's a deeply personal one. It can help your family establish or re-establish a sense of belonging. Meeting and connecting with people in the communities personally not only enriches your understanding but also lays a strong foundation for beginning your travel journey, making you feel included and accepted. Walking in the footsteps of your ancestors and learning their stories can significantly enrich your understanding of your identity.    

African diaspora populations include but are not limited to African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, Afro-Latin Americans, and Black Canadians – descendants of enslaved Africans brought to the United States, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America during the Atlantic slave trade.    

The impact of the  African Diaspora on global culture and society is undeniably profound and enduring. This impact extends to various industries such as music, food, art, sports, architecture, science, business, and agriculture. As the world becomes more interconnected through the internet, the African Diaspora is becoming more vital and influential, which will further expand their impact on commerce and culture. This is a legacy we can all be proud of and feel connected to.    

THIS TRAVEL EXPERIENCE IS NON-REFUNDABLE

Cancellations must be received by email. 

Cancellations 60 days before departure will receive travel credit. Cancellation fees include deposit, booking fees, donations, late fees, reinstatement, and other specified fees. Additional non-refundable fees may apply from service providers such as hotels, airlines, and transportation, potentially totaling 100% of the booking cost. Cancellations within 60 days of departure are non-refundable and do not qualify for travel credit.

If TBOG Travel cancels the trip, a travel credit equivalent to the full amount paid will be provided without any cancellation fees deducted.   
Reservations 91 days in arrears will be automatically canceled. Any amounts already paid will not be refunded. If TBOG Travel incurs any additional cancellation fees or charges due, you agree to indemnify us for those fees or charges.

Travel Credits can be used to purchase specific TBOG Tour the World travel experiences.  Travel credits issued from travel booked in: 

• Credits from 2024 bookings: valid until December 31, 2025. 
• Credits from 2025 bookings: valid until December 31, 2026.
• Credits from 2026 bookings: valid until December 31, 2027.

If the cost of your TBOG “Tour the World” travel experience exceeds your travel credit, you must pay the difference. The remaining balance will be issued as a future travel credit if it is less than the credit.

TBOG Travel reserves the right to restrict reservation changes, subject to availability. Changes in party size, date, or location may affect rates. We recommend purchasing travel insurance through our partner, Travel Guard, underwritten by AIG.

These policies are subject to change at any time.

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By booking with The Black Onyx Group, you acknowledge and accept the following terms and conditions: 

Agent  
- The Black Onyx Group, LLC (or any affiliated entities) acts solely as a travel agent. We sell travel-related products from various transport and accommodation service providers, including airlines, coaches, rail and cruise line operators, and hotels. 
- The Black Onyx Group's obligations to you include booking travel on your behalf and arranging relevant contracts between you and the travel service providers. 
- We are not responsible for these services and do not have the authority to make any warranties or representations regarding their quality. A request cannot be guaranteed. 
- All bookings are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability these service providers impose. 
- You understand that your legal recourse lies against the specific provider, not The Black Onyx Group LLC.

Liability
- We constantly strive to ensure your arrangements are satisfactory. However, we cannot accept any liability of any kind, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, for the actions, omissions, or defaults, whether negligent or not, of these service providers over whom we have no direct or indirect control.
- In situations where liability cannot be excluded, such liability is limited to the value of the purchased travel arrangements. We are not liable for any consequential losses or damage.
- We do not accept any liability in contract, tort, or otherwise for any injury, damage, loss, delay, additional expense, or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly by force majeure or any other event beyond our control or not preventable by reasonable diligence on our part.
- We cannot control and will not be responsible for bodily injury, property damage, or other loss caused by factors beyond our control, including but not limited to flight delays, airline turbulence, transportation accidents, war, terrorism, weather, quarantine, illness, government restrictions, regulations or actions, mechanical failures, acts of God, fires, earthquakes, floods, climate anomalies, civil unrest, strikes, riots, theft, disease, pandemics, epidemics, accidents, or failures related to public internet, telecommunications lines or facilities, or third-party technology systems, other unforeseen circumstances, or any other causes beyond our control, including your physical, medical, or mental disabilities, failure to obtain valid travel documents, or failure to follow travel instructions. Under no circumstances shall The Black Onyx Group, LLC, be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damage arising from the above.

Deposits
- A deposit will be required at the time of booking.  All deposits are non-refundable for changes of mind or cancellations.

Passport
- All individuals leaving the United States must possess a valid passport. You are responsible for ensuring that you have valid travel documents, including, but not limited to, passports and visas that comply with the requirements of immigration and other government authorities at every destination. 
- Any fines, penalties, payments, or costs incurred due to documents that do not meet those authorities' requirements will be your sole responsibility.

Non-Transferable
- Documents issued are non-transferable. These documents may include, but are not limited to, airline tickets, hotel vouchers, tour vouchers, or any other document that confirms an arrangement with a service provider.
- These documents may also be subject to conditions such as, but not limited to, being nonrefundable, non-date-changeable, and subject to cancellation or amendment fees.

Payment & Credit Card Transactions
- If, for any reason, a travel service provider cannot deliver the services you contracted for, your remedy lies with the provider and not with The Black Onyx Group, LLC.
- If you paid The Black Onyx Group, LLC by credit card, you agree not to seek a chargeback for your payment to The Black Onyx Group, LLC.
- If your credit card or check is declined, you are responsible for promptly settling any amounts owed to The Black Onyx Group, LLC, via money order or another credit card.

Price Variations
- We reserve the right to change published fares in response to fluctuations in exchange rates or price increases by service providers.  All prices are subject to availability and may be withdrawn or altered at any time.

Taxes and Baggage Fees
- Baggage allowance and restrictions apply to all airlines. These can vary, so you should contact the airline you are traveling with for specific restrictions. Some airlines may charge fees for checked baggage.

Cancellation
- Please be aware that travel bookings are non-refundable and non-reroutable.
- Cancelled bookings will incur charges. These charges can be up to 100% of the booking cost, regardless of whether the travel has commenced.
- Where we incur any liability for a cancellation fee or charge for any booking you cancel, you agree to indemnify us for that fee or charge.

Travel Insurance
- We highly recommend you purchase travel insurance through our insurance partner, Travel Guard, to protect your travel investment.  

Health and Special Requirements
- Please advise your consultant of any special requirements you may have, such as special meals, medical requirements, and so on.

Refusal of Service
- Service providers reserve the right to refuse service to travelers for the following reasons: The traveler:
- Lacks proper documentation for the country of destination
- Has a contagious disease
- Is under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or narcotics
- Manifests disruptive and/or unruly behavior

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THE BLACK ONYX GROUP, LLC PRIVACY POLICY
We will only collect personal information that is relevant for the purposes for which it is to be used. We will take reasonable steps to ensure that data is reliable for its intended use, accurate, complete, and current. We may use personally identifiable information in several ways, such as:

• To communicate with you about your account, or to communicate information about the Website.
• To build higher quality, more useful services such as by analyzing usage trends, and by measuring demographics and interests regarding specific areas of the Website.
• To provide you with prompt and effective customer service.
• To support the operation of the Website (such as account maintenance and record keeping), troubleshoot problems, resolve disputes, and to enforce our terms and conditions.
• To inform you about our services.
• Ancillary purpose such as any one or more of the following purposes:
  • Identification of fraud or error;
  • Regulatory reporting and compliance;
    • Developing, improving and marketing our products and services;
    • Servicing our relationship with you by, among other things, providing updates on promotions and services we think may interest you;
    • Involving you in market research gauging customer satisfaction and seeking feedback regarding our relationship with you;
    • To facilitate your participation in loyalty programs;
    • To analyze trends in sales and travel destinations;
    • For marketing activities; and
    • Internal accounting and administration.

Disclosure of personal information to Third Parties

We may disclose personally identifiable information about you to Third Parties as follows:

• With your consent.
• To facilitate a transaction or communication with a Third Party that you have initiated. 
• To our agents and advisors (such as our accountants or attorneys). We only disclose the personal information necessary for them to provide their services to you or to us, and only under strict confidentiality restrictions. 
• As we believe necessary to: (1) comply with law (including court and government orders, and civil subpoenas); (2) enforce or apply our terms and conditions and rules and regulations and other agreements; or (3) protect the rights, property, or safety of our users, or others.
• If you partake (or we reasonably suspect that you are partaking) in any illegal or potentially illegal activity. We may disclose personal information even without a subpoena, warrant, or other court order, to the extent we feel is necessary to inform and cooperate with law enforcement agencies or other appropriate authorities.
• In aggregated form, i.e., information about multiple users collectively without identifying any individual user, such as the total number of visitors to the Website each week.
  • Due to circumstances beyond our control. We shall take reasonable steps to protect the Information from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. We have put in place appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access or disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Despite the precautions we take to protect your personal information, the unfortunate fact is that there is simply no such thing as a perfect security system. Also, we have no control over the security of the internet in general. As a result, we cannot guarantee that unauthorized persons will never gain access to your transmissions or information, or that personal information will never be disclosed in ways not covered by this Policy.
• In connection with a transfer, reorganization or otherwise, to a successor-ininterest to our organization or its other material assets. When a Third-Party acts as our agent, we will ensure that the Third Party is willing to enter into a written agreement requiring the Third Party to provide at least the same level of privacy

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