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Mangrove ecotour and fishing in Cartagena's natural mangrove

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Activity provider:EXPERIENCES CARTAGENA
Mangrove ecotour and fishing in Cartagena's natural mangrove
Top rated
4.7821784 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.7821784 out of 5 stars
101 reviews

A tour that will connect you completely with nature, in a unique and magical natural area where you can learn and fish like a true native.

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Duration 2 hours
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Skip the line through a separate entrance
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English, Spanish
Pickup optional
We will pick you up 15 minutes before at your hotel where we will take you to our starting point, normally 15 minutes away, we will send you all the necessary specifications.

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T
Thomas – Netherlands

Very nice, the guide was very happy sweet and funny!

J
Jhoanna – Netherlands

It was amazing. Definitely exceeded my expectations.

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    La Boquilla

    Guided tour (30 minutes)

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    La Boquilla

    Guided tour (30 minutes)

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    Ecotours boquilla, Cartagena

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Highlights

  • Discover the natural beauty of the mangroves and explore this unique ecosystem.
  • Lerarnd about the traditional mangrove fishing techniques.
  • Learn how to fish in a sustainable & environmentally way like the natives do.
  • Explore the biodiversity of the mangroves & learn about ecological importance.

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we have the option to pick you up and take you back to your hotel.

The mangroves of the Afro-descendant community of La Boquilla (15 minutes from the historic center) offer a unique experience that combines natural beauty with the rich culture of the community, harboring great biodiversity and are fundamental to the local ecosystem.

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a 100% natural beverage and native bilingual guides who know the area perfectly and are trained to offer an authentic and educational tourist experience.

The mangrove tour begins with an introduction to the ecological importance of this unique ecosystem. The guides explain the diversity of plant and animal species that inhabit the mangroves, as well as their crucial role in protecting the coast and mitigating the impact of phenomena such as hurricanes.

We will have a stop at a natural island in the middle of the area, where you will learn about some of the community's own activities, as well as different flora and fauna.

You will have the opportunity to learn traditional fishing techniques used by the natives of the community, we will teach you how to use nets and traps in an environmentally friendly way, showing the importance of sustainable fishing and respect for natural resources.

Includes

  • Pick up and drop-off.
  • Welcome natural drink.
  • Entrance to the Fisherman Island.
  • Native biligual guide.
  • Cultural sampling of drums.
  • Artisanal crab and fish fishing activity.

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Ecotours La Boquilla

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Thomas – NetherlandsMay 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Very nice, the guide was very happy sweet and funny!
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Jhoanna – NetherlandsMay 13, 2025 – Verified booking
It was amazing. Definitely exceeded my expectations.
J
Jamila – United StatesMay 9, 2025 – Verified booking
Yamey made me feel right at home in the community. She is very kind, funny, and knowledgeable. It brings me great joy that she is bringing recognition to such an important community and beautiful ecosystem that need to be protected.

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Activity provider:EXPERIENCES CARTAGENA
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