What sets this activity apart is the exclusive combination of hands-on craftsmanship and cultural exploration. You’ll not only learn to polish emeralds with expert guidance, but also visit the renowned Emerald Museum, home to the impressive Petra emerald cluster. Plus, you’ll leave with a polished emerald you personally polished. This authentic experience provides deeper insight, memorable learning, and a personal connection to Colombia’s precious stones.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Tour escort/host
Basic polishing tools
1 of the 3 emerald you polish
Coffee and/or Tea
Certificate of attendance
2 of the 3 emeralds you polish
Meeting Points
Departure
Caribbean and Emerald Jewelry Museum
By car, once you are in the Bocagrande neighborhood, take Carrera 2 until you reach 4th street, then turn onto Carrera 3, followed by a turn onto 5th street. The meeting point will be halfway down the street, on your right side.
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the vibrant world of emerald polishing in Colombia! Challenge your skills, learn traditional techniques, and uncover the beauty of Colombia’s famous emerald industry. With guidance from a skilled expert, you'll get hands-on experience turning three raw emeralds into polished cabochons. You can then choose one to take home as a keepsake from the Colombian mountains. This activity is a perfect blend of culture, craftsmanship, and regional richness, creating a truly memorable experience.
What sets this activity apart is the exclusive combination of hands-on craftsmanship and cultural exploration. You’ll not only learn to polish emeralds with expert guidance, but also visit the renowned Emerald Museum, home to the impressive Petra emerald cluster. Plus, you’ll leave with a polished emerald you personally polished. This authentic experience provides deeper insight, memorable learning, and a personal connection to Colombia’s precious stones.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Tour escort/host
Basic polishing tools
1 of the 3 emerald you polish
Coffee and/or Tea
Certificate of attendance
2 of the 3 emeralds you polish
Meeting Points
Departure
Caribbean and Emerald Jewelry Museum
By car, once you are in the Bocagrande neighborhood, take Carrera 2 until you reach 4th street, then turn onto Carrera 3, followed by a turn onto 5th street. The meeting point will be halfway down the street, on your right side.
