Your Travel Experience with Bamba
Pick up from your accommodations; from there we start our journey to the Shipibo Community
Venture past Lima’s bustling streets and into the Cantagallo neighborhood, where Shipibo-Konibo families—originally from the Amazon—have built a vibrant urban community. Meet welcoming community members who open their doors to share stories about their heritage, resilience, and their creative fight to keep Shipibo traditions alive in a modern cityscape. Experience the unique energy of their neighborhood and see how their culture thrives, from stunning textiles and colorful crafts to innovative, modern Shipibo fashion.
Dive into the world of Kené, the iconic, geometric art form that is the visual heartbeat of Shipibo culture. Declared a piece of Peru’s National Cultural Heritage, Kené covers textiles, pottery, body art, and more, each design pulsing with spiritual meaning and vibrant energy. Under the guidance of talented local artisans, get hands-on with traditional embroidery, painting, and jewelry-making—or simply watch the creativity unfold. Your workshop is set to the mesmerizing backdrop of Ikaro singing indigenous medicine songs believed to heal and connect the spiritual world with the present.
As the workshop winds down, take a moment to reflect on the unique connection you’ve made with the Shipibo-Konibo community. Their creativity, strength, and welcoming spirit will linger long after you leave—the perfect reminder that culture breathes not only in ancient ruins, but in vibrant, living traditions.