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Cartagena: 5 Must-See Rosario Islands Highlights with Lunch

4.6 out of 5 stars
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Coco Cartagena
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Cartagena: 5 Must-See Rosario Islands Highlights with Lunch
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
2742 reviews

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

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Duration 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
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Alex – United States

Gigi, kevin, were wonderful and very fun and accomplished with the tour. They kept the laughs and enjoyment even that we caught some rain they made it fun. It was a great experience. Snorkeling, island relaxing and the lunch. Highly recommend taking the tour. They speak Spanish and English during the tour in case you’re wondering.

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5 out of 5 stars
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Renee – United States

We had a wonderful day with Gigi and Kevin! It started off a little rough because we booked the “leisure” tour and waited awhile for the boats, and then they switched us to go on the snorkeling boat because there wasn’t room on the boat we wanted. It was confusing because we didn’t know if we’d get to go to the beaches we wanted to, but it all worked out! We first went to Isla Grande which was a big beach with lounge chairs, a bar, and even people in the water making pina coladas in pineapples. After we went to Isla Marina, which was smaller but still had chairs, a bar, and gorgeous water to swim in. We stayed there awhile and then went to get a delicious lunch. After we ate it started to get cloudy so we stayed there and swam a little instead of going to another beach. Getting back to Cartagena it was bumpy, super windy, and we got pelted with rain for the first half, but the captain got us back safely! Overall we had a beautiful and memorable day. Gigi was personable and fun!

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Monumento Santander

  • Sightseeing cruise

    (45 minutes)

  • Fort San Fernando de Bocahica

    Sightseeing (5 minutes)

  • Casa Grande, Pablo Escobar

    Sightseeing (5 minutes)

  • Rosario Islands

    Visit, Free time, Swimming (2 hours)

  • Rosario Islands

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

  • 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

We are a verified service provider offering an affordably priced, premium-level excursion to the Rosario Islands — featuring access to private islands (unlike other providers), complimentary beach beds, safer island exploration, & other perks. Choose from the options below:

Leisure Ticket (8:00AM - 4:30PM): For tourists seeking a relaxed experience. The itinerary starts with two sightseeing stops at the colonial fort on Tierra Bomba Island (5mins) & Pablo Escobar's mansion (5mins). The tour then continues with three on-site stops at Grande Island (2hrs), Marina Island (2hrs) for lunch, & Islabela Island (2hrs).

Party Ticket (8:00AM - 4:30PM): For tourists seeking an upbeat experience. The itinerary starts with two sightseeing stops at the colonial fort on Tierra Bomba Island (5mins) & Pablo Escobar's mansion (5mins). The tour then continues with three on-site stops at Baru Island (2hrs), Grande Island (2hrs) for lunch, & Cholon Island (2hrs) - (READ NOTES).

Snorkel Ticket (8:00AM - 4:30PM): For tourists seeking an ecological experience. The itinerary starts with two sightseeing stops at the colonial fort on Tierra Bomba Island (5mins) & Pablo Escobar's mansion (5mins). The tour then continues with a snorkeling session at a small marine habitat (45mins) & three on-site stops at Grande Island (2hrs), Marina Island (2hrs) for lunch, & Islabela Island or Oceanarium (2hrs) - (READ NOTES).

NOTES: Cholon Island (Party Ticket) is loud, unmaintained, crowded, & overpriced; select carefully. The Oceanarium stop (Snorkel Ticket) is OPTIONAL & does not include the 40,000 COP entrance fee — we offer Islabela Island as a free alternative. Boat rides are bumpy & not suitable for: infants, the old, injured or weak, & pregnant travelers; 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 & be prepared. Swim attire is mandatory. We do not provide pickups to the 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 (if snorkel ticket selected)
  • Marine habitat snorkeling (if snorkel ticket selected)
  • Oceanarium transportation (if snorkel ticket selected)
  • 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.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5
4.6 out of 5 stars

based on 2742 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Alex – United StatesJuly 2, 2025 – Verified booking
Gigi, kevin, were wonderful and very fun and accomplished with the tour. They kept the laughs and enjoyment even that we caught some rain they made it fun. It was a great experience. Snorkeling, island relaxing and the lunch. Highly recommend taking the tour. They speak Spanish and English during the tour in case you’re wondering.
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Renee – United StatesJuly 2, 2025 – Verified booking
We had a wonderful day with Gigi and Kevin! It started off a little rough because we booked the “leisure” tour and waited awhile for the boats, and then they switched us to go on the snorkeling boat because there wasn’t room on the boat we wanted. It was confusing because we didn’t know if we’d get to go to the beaches we wanted to, but it all worked out! We first went to Isla Grande which was a big beach with lounge chairs, a bar, and even people in the water making pina coladas in pineapples. After we went to Isla Marina, which was smaller but still had chairs, a bar, and gorgeous water to swim in. We stayed there awhile and then went to get a delicious lunch. After we ate it started to get cloudy so we stayed there and swam a little instead of going to another beach. Getting back to Cartagena it was bumpy, super windy, and we got pelted with rain for the first half, but the captain got us back safely! Overall we had a beautiful and memorable day. Gigi was personable and fun!
5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Male – GermanyJuly 2, 2025 – Verified booking
First of all: I expected less but the tour exceeded my expectations. Well organised and communicated all times. The beaches are quiet. I thought we’re going ending up at this packed touristic beaches but there were actually just 20 other people at the beaches. Card payments possible and the snorkeling session was amazing. Many fishes and fish swarms to see. Miguel is the best tour guide! Other group members were cool. Great experience

Product ID: 497946

Activity provider:
Coco Cartagena

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