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Cartagena: See 5 Rosario Islands with Lunch & Snorkel Option

4.6100154 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.6100154 out of 5 stars
2636 reviews
Certified by GetYourGuide
Cartagena: See 5 Rosario Islands with Lunch & Snorkel Option
4.6100154 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.6100154 out of 5 stars
2636 reviews

Get ready for fun in the sun and discover the islands near Cartagena on this full-day multi-island hopping excursion. Swim, lounge, and see various key destinations across the Rosario Islands.

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Duration 7 hours
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English, Spanish

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Gerard – Ireland

We did this day tour and loved every minute of it! We had a guide who was called Benjamin who did a great job taking care of us and there was another man Oscar who led us to the boar and greeted us afterwards who also gave us lots of recommendations to eat!! Great service!!

P
Paige – United States

The tour was great Miguel and his crew were amazing and made it very accommodating for English speakers

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Monumento Santander

  • Sightseeing cruise

    (45 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Fort San Fernando de Bocahica

    Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Casa Grande, Pablo Escobar

    Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Rosario Islands

    Visit, Free time, Swimming (2 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Rosario Islands

    Visit, Lunch, Free time, Swimming (105 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Rosario Islands

    Visit, Free time, Swimming (2 hours)

    Oceanarium Rosario Islands

    Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Self-guided tour, Dolphin watching, Marine life viewing, Wildlife viewing (2 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Sightseeing cruise

    (45 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Monumento Santander

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy island destinations while soaking up the sun
  • Get a well rounded multiple stop island experience at the Rosario Islands
  • Swim in the famous crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea
  • Choose to snorkel and visit the Oceanarium to see marine wildlife up close
  • Enjoy a Caribbean lunch under the palms and near the water

Full description

As a verified service provider, we guarantee authentic island exploration at stunning, handpicked destinations.

WE OFFER 3 OPTIONS:

Leisure Ticket (8:00AM - 4:30PM): For calmer tourists seeking a relaxed experience. The itinerary includes viewings of the colonial fort on Tierra Bomba Island (10mins), Baru Island (10mins), and Pablo Escobar's mansion (10mins), followed by stops at Grande Island (2 hrs), Marina Island (2 hrs) for lunch, and Islabela Island (2 hrs).

Party Ticket (8:00AM - 4:30PM): For energetic tourists seeking an upbeat experience. The itinerary includes viewings of the colonial fort on Tierra Bomba Island (10mins) and Pablo Escobar's mansion (10mins), followed by stops at Baru Island (2 hrs), Grande Island (2 hrs) for lunch, and Cholon Island (2hr) - (READ NOTES).

Snorkel Ticket (8:00AM - 4:30PM): For tourists, especially families, seeking an ecological experience. The itinerary includes viewings of the colonial fort on Tierra Bomba Island (10mins), Baru Island (10mins), and Pablo Escobar's mansion (10mins), followed by stops at a reef & a submerged plane for snorkeling (1 hr), Grande Island (2 hrs) for lunch, and Islabela Island or Oceanarium (2 hrs) - (READ NOTES).

NOTES: Cholon Island (Party Ticket) is loud, unmaintained, crowded, & overpriced; select carefully. The Oceanarium stop (Snorkel Ticket) is OPTIONAL and does not include the 40,000 COP entrance fee, which is why we offer Islabela Island as a free alternative. Boat rides are bumpy & not suitable for: infants, the old, injured or weak, and or pregnant; book at your own risk. A cash-only tourist port tax of 29,000 COP must be paid in person at the pier. Account for a rainy forecast and be prepared. Swim attire is mandatory. We do not provide pickups to meeting point.

Includes

  • Bilingual tour guide
  • Roundtrip transportation by boat
  • Beach club entry fees (sites vary by ticket type)
  • Beach beds and parasols
  • Fort viewing
  • Pablo Escobar's mansion viewing
  • Lunch (fish, chicken, or veggie options on-site)
  • Snorkel mask and tube (snorkel ticket only)
  • Coral reef and submerged airplane site (snorkel ticket only)
  • 29,000 COP tourist port tax (payable in cash on the day of the tour)
  • 40,000 COP Oceanarium entry (optional visit)

Meeting point

Meeting point is at the Monumento Santander (IN FRONT OF Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 1) where the tour guides will meet you. Locate the statue that is in the middle of a roundabout. Please be ready to show your voucher for a quick check in process. Afterward, you'll head to the nearby pier to commence the tour. We recommend arriving 10 minutes early, the guides will arrive at 7:45 AM. Please account for traffic. Uber is the best way to get around, please type as your destination: 'Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 1' to arrive exactly where you should be and easily identify the statue. Should you encounter any issues locating the point, please send a WhatsApp message to the number provided for immediate assistance and a location photo.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Unaccompanied minors
  • Tablets/iPads
  • Bare feet

Know before you go

  • By booking this excursion, you agree to our terms and conditions provided at checkout (please read them carefully). You acknowledge that you are responsible for having your own travel insurance and release Latam Networks LLC / Coco Cartagena from any liability or claims arising from accidents or personal harm. Additionally, by booking, you accept that participating in unauthorized or non-recommended activities—particularly those offered by third-party vendors on the islands—violates the safety protocols established for this tour. Anyone who engages in such activities will be deemed to have voluntarily withdrawn from the excursion, forfeiting the right to continue and releasing the company from all related responsibility, while assuming full personal risk.
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 2636 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Gerard – IrelandJune 14, 2025 – Verified booking
We did this day tour and loved every minute of it! We had a guide who was called Benjamin who did a great job taking care of us and there was another man Oscar who led us to the boar and greeted us afterwards who also gave us lots of recommendations to eat!! Great service!!
P
Paige – United StatesJune 12, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour was great Miguel and his crew were amazing and made it very accommodating for English speakers
S
Stefanie – United KingdomJune 11, 2025 – Verified booking
It was amazing! True value for money. And our tour guide Ana was just such a good vibe! Definitely made our stay here in Cartagena one we’ll never forget! Definitely recommend it!

Product ID: 497946

Activity provider:Coco Cartagena
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