keiner

I am Keiner José, a local guide from San Basilio de Palenque, founder of the Palenque Tour Represent agency, and a proud descendant of the first free community in the Americas. I grew up surrounded by music, tradition, oral stories, and the strength of our African heritage, which is why I dedicate my life to sharing the true Black history of my people. I am passionate about teaching how we live, how we speak, and how we resist. On each tour, I combine history, culture, music, and real-life experiences so that visitors can feel the Palenquero spirit from within. With me, you will discover the rhythms of the drum, the secrets of the braids, spirituality, the Palenquero language, and the memory of our ancestors. I am a kind, respectful person, proud of my roots. My mission is for each traveler to take away more than just a tour: a living experience of freedom and identity.