Afro-Cuban Roots

Meet a Babalawo, dance to Afro-Cuban rhythms, and explore Havana’s cultural roots.
Havana, Performances

Listing highlights

What you’ll do

Meet at the center

Start at our cultural center for an intro to Afro identity

Travel to Guanabacoa

Transfer to the babalao's house in Guanabacoa

The sacred courtyard

Learn Afro-Cuban traditions. Connect with community leaders

Meet a Babalawo

Witness a cleansing ritual. Learn about Afro-Cuban religions

Dine, dance, reflect

Enjoy Afro-Cuban food, music, and dance under a Ceiba tree

Return trip

End at Afro-style shop celebrating Black identity & culture
Hosted in English and Spanish

Where we’ll meet

Tienda Beyond Roots
Havana, Havana ., Cuba

About me

Afro-Cuban culture ambassadors
We grew up in Guanabacoa, surrounded by the living legacy of Afro-Cuban traditions. Through Beyond Roots, we’ve created Cuba’s first Afro-style brand and cultural center to celebrate and share this heritage. We guide immersive, multi-sensory experiences to help guests connect deeply with Afro-Cuban identity, rituals, food, and art.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

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Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 2 and up can attend.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is moderate and the skill level is beginner.

What to bring

Comfortable shoes to walk the streets of Guanabacoa, Sunscreen

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Live performances are vetted for quality

Live performances are led by performers, musicians, and other experts, and showcase what makes the city unique. Learn more
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From $65 per guest
Free cancellation

What you’ll do

Meet at the center

Start at our cultural center for an intro to Afro identity

Travel to Guanabacoa

Transfer to the babalao's house in Guanabacoa

The sacred courtyard

Learn Afro-Cuban traditions. Connect with community leaders

Meet a Babalawo

Witness a cleansing ritual. Learn about Afro-Cuban religions

Dine, dance, reflect

Enjoy Afro-Cuban food, music, and dance under a Ceiba tree

Return trip

End at Afro-style shop celebrating Black identity & culture
Hosted in English and Spanish

Where we’ll meet

Tienda Beyond Roots
Havana, Havana ., Cuba

About me

Afro-Cuban culture ambassadors
We grew up in Guanabacoa, surrounded by the living legacy of Afro-Cuban traditions. Through Beyond Roots, we’ve created Cuba’s first Afro-style brand and cultural center to celebrate and share this heritage. We guide immersive, multi-sensory experiences to help guests connect deeply with Afro-Cuban identity, rituals, food, and art.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Afro-Cuban Roots

Meet a Babalawo, dance to Afro-Cuban rhythms, and explore Havana’s cultural roots.
Havana, Performances

Listing highlights

4.96, 555 reviews

0 of 0 items showing

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 2 and up can attend.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is moderate and the skill level is beginner.

What to bring

Comfortable shoes to walk the streets of Guanabacoa, Sunscreen

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Live performances are vetted for quality

Live performances are led by performers, musicians, and other experts, and showcase what makes the city unique. Learn more
See an issue?