Colombia · ROSARIO ISLANDS
An hour out of Cartagena by fast boat, and the difference between a good day and a long one is the vessel and the stop count. These 15 compare catamarans against speedboats, lunch against extra snorkelling, and tell you which leave before the wind.
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!!”
Island hopping from Cartagena with Isla Grande snorkeling, Playa Blanca beach time, Cholón party water stop, plus Anaho pool and views.
“Our experience with The Backpackers staff was great. Our guide Nicher was beyond welcoming and attentive. We had a blast!”
Full-day speedboat island hopping from Cartagena with San Fernando Fort, short snorkeling on Isla Grande, party Cholón, and Barú beach lunch.
“Yes it was good to get out on the water and venture to different islands on a fast boat. It felt like we were in our own movie”
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”
Small-group boat day to Colombia’s Rosario Islands with snorkeling gear, included lunch, snacks and drinks, plus private-feeling island time.
“This was not a party boat experience, but it was also not a day spent snorkeling, enjoying coral reefs, and checking out mangroves as advertised in the VIP package we purchased. Rather, we only spent about 30 minutes snorkeling for the entire day, and we spent the rest of the time at two different beach locations where we could buy a massage, nap in a hammock, or order drinks - which the crew and captain also seemed to be taking part in. Chill time is fine, but for us the day was really disappointing and not at all the experience the company described.”
High-energy Rosario Islands party day from Cartagena: Bocachica fort, Escobar mansion sights, Marina lunch, Barú or Grande, Cholon.
“I had fun with my friends to Baru. The food was good. The local vendors can be aggravating. The water was clear and warm.”
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.”
Five-stop island day from Cartagena with snorkeling at Rosario, drinks, party-boat Cholón, Barú beach club lunch, and Tierra Bomba finale.
“Amazing day trip to Vista Mare Beach Club in T-Bomba Island, Encantada Beach Club in Rosario Islands and Mambo Beach Club in Playa Blanca, Baru. Milton was a great guide and our boat driver, Jairo, was very nice to all of us. The food was very good, the welcome drink too and i enjoyed my day very much.”
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.”
Speedboat day from Cartagena to the Rosario and Barú, with snorkeling, beach time, and optional night plankton bioluminescence.
“There was a joyful group with us so that we have forgotten the time of waiting ( more than one hour) for them so that we could start the trip.”
Cartagena Rosario Islands day trip with snorkeling, island hopping, a fort visit, and seafood lunch, plus party or calm beach options.
“The boat was very new and top notch. Snorkeling equipment was good, as well as the life jackets. Melanie, our guide was enthusiastic and quite bilingual. The ride home was fast and fun, and a bit scary. The snorkeling was not stellar, as the coral reef is dying. We were two “older” couples, so did not enjoy the party island. The food was nothing special. I think all tours out to the islands are a similar service, so I don’t really think that it really matters which one you go with. Also we went on a weekend, so I’m sure that it was much more crowded.”
Private boat rental from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands for up to 10, including snorkeling gear, water, and flexible pickup.
“This tour was absolutely amazing! Our tour guide Lina was very attentive, punctual, friendly and polite. She was such an amazing tour guide she checked in with me multiple times before the tour to make sure I knew what to expect and even Read more”
Speedboat from Cartagena Bay to Rosario Islands, choose Oceanario aquarium or snorkeling, then Playa Blanca beach club with lunch.
“Wonderful experience! You have to be at 8:30 AM on the dock to leave in the boat at 9 AM. Explanations are given at the beginning and during each stop and in the intervening periods you hear varied music (which I appreciate is not only reggaeton) in both English and Spanish. It gives 1 hour of time to those who go to the oceanarium and 45 min to those who snorkel. Then you go to a club in Playa Blanca called The Wizard Paloquemao for 2 1/2 hours where you have lunch either chicken, fish, egg rice or vegetarian. You have the right to use the chairs and beds on…”
Private Rosario Islands full-day tour from Cartagena with snorkeling, Barú lunch, and beach clubs, plus a choice of party or chill.
“We did the 5 islands tour with Franklin. He was the best tourguide You could imagine. Not only having a lot of knowledge on the history of the visited places, but also friendly and helpful. Additional asset is that he knows the locals and gives good recomendations. Highly recomended.”
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