Colombia · LUNCH EXPERIENCES IN CARTAGENA
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 lunch experiences in Cartagena worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
5-stop Rosario Islands day trip from Cartagena with island beds, lunch, fort views, and snorkeling options. 7 hours, $67.50.
“Miguel was a wonderful guide and was very attentive to us! Would def recommend doing this tour, provided in both English and Spanish”
A full-day catamaran cruise from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands with lunch and snorkeling, plus multiple swim stops in clear water.
“I had an amazing relaxing day on the boat and the food was so good!!”
5-stop Rosario Islands day trip from Cartagena with lunch, fort views, snorkeling (Eco/VIP) and beach beds. Choose VIP, Eco, or Party.
“Great staff easy to do and enjoy. Very knowledgeable and helpful. The tour takes you to great places. The ride is a bit bumpy on the way back”
Roomy catamaran day to Isla Grande and Barú from Cartagena, with lunch, snorkeling gear, free soda, and big swim time.
“Cartagena is very warm. So a day out on the water is a perfect way to take a break from the heat. Very large boat, plenty of room for everyone.”
Speedboat day from Cartagena to Isla Grande, Baru’s Playa Blanca, and Tierra Bomba for snorkel, beach clubs, and lunch. 8 hours.
“David Santiago was our guide. He was excellent, took care of everything, start to finish. I would recommend this tour to everyone.”
Cartagena day trip to Playa Morena Beach Club with a guided walk in Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica and typical island lunch.
“Nice boat for a smooth ride out to the island of Boca Chica. Our English speaking guide did a good job explaining the fort and guiding us around. After the 1/2 hour walking tour we were directed to the beach club. It was pleasant there, with comfortable seating and a bar. The water didn't really appeal to us so we spent time relaxing. For us, there was too much time there (about 5 hours!) so unless you are prepared for that or like to drink this might not be for you. You can walk around the island to see the people and the village there but a guide is recommended…”
Cartagena to Baru day trip with lunch, air-conditioned group transfer up to 14, skip taxi stress, return to your meeting point.
“The ride was comfortable and my driver was friendly. I didn’t see him at first but I waited a few minutes and then went back out and saw my name on a sign.”
Cartagena to Palenque in 6 hours with hotel pickup, San Basilio visits, dance and music, traditional lunch, and rum tasting.
“It was very informative and our guide, Roymon, was very patient and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend to others.”
Cartagena mud volcano tour with lunch, mud-therapy float time, a Ciénaga rinse-off, then pool and beach club relaxation.
“This mud bath was a very unique experience and would recommend to anyone who has an extra excursion day in Cartagena. Much of details could have been better communicated but we were overall well take care of. Our condo was not listed as an available option for hotel pick-up and we were told me instead meet up with the guides at 8 AM in the walled city. We then spent the next hour and half picking up everyone else around Cartagena and drove past our condo multiple times - looks like we could have been picked up in locations much closer to our condo but this was not clearly explained…”
Totumo mud bath and Cartagena beach club. Float in volcanic mud, relax by pools, and eat lunch. Pickup and guide for $50, 7 hours.
“Our guide Kevin was amazing! He made the tour informative and fun! I would definitely recommend this tour to others!! The food was great and the experience was even better!”
Ride through Cartagena on a bike from Manga to Getsemaní, then eat like a local at Bazurto Market, with a Bourdain-linked lunch.
“Lunch with the 5 other people. We had a great time Sharing stories about travel and getting old. The food was excellent!!”
A 7-hour 5-island speed-boat day from Cartagena, mixing quiet coves with a party stop, plus lunch and snorkeling at the Rosario Islands.
“Amazing tour! I’ll always participate everytime I visit Colombia. I was discouraged at first because it said 7:30am but they have so many tours going that if you’re late you’re still fine. We got there 9am! Try to get on the back of the boat tho because it’s less rocky. The water was beautiful and the stops were all amazing plus the fresh oysters and pina coloda! Just if you bring a hat expect it to fall off because of the wind. The boat Privilegiado was fun and the captains were kind and helpful! The food was amazing order the fish. Definitely recommend.”
Canoe through Cartagena’s mangroves for crabbing and net fishing, guided by locals, with hotel pickup and a beachside lunch.
“This was a great experience. Our tour guide was great and knowledgeable. Our fisherman was patient with us and also knew how to help us effortlessly. The food cooked after was amazing as well. It was very much a great cultural experience.”
Hotel pickup to Barú Island for Playa Blanca time, a fresh Caribbean fish lunch with coconut rice, plus bilingual guide help all day.
“El transporte se demoró, llegamos pasadas las 10 a la playa y el tiempo de estadía en la playa se redujo. La salida sí fue puntual”
A 3-hour Cartagena private tour through the Walled City and Getsemaní, ending with lunch at Bazurto Market, tied to Anthony Bourdain.
“Adalberto was tremendous. Absolutely encyclopedic, accessible and so enthusiastic about the history, the culture and the food of Cartagena. I am so grateful we were paired with him. I will recommend this tour and he, as a tour guide, to everyone I know visiting Cartagena. This is a must do tour.”
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