Cartagena's Rosario Islands 5-Site Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkel

Duration7h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 100 travelers

Overview

What sets the full-day Eco and VIP tours apart is a focus on serene relaxation, pristine Caribbean nature, and family-friendly comfort. Tailored specifically for families, couples, and travelers seeking tranquil escapes, these day trips prioritize a nature escape to the beautiful Rosario Islands. The Eco Tour provides an immersive, marine-focused journey with sightseeing at Bocachica Fort and Pablo Escobar's estate, paired with coral reef snorkeling and 1.5-hour stops at Marina Island, Grande Island, and Rosario Island. For an elevated experience, the VIP Tour features the same cultural sightseeing and snorkeling but upgrades your day to a high-comfort speedboat, and offering exclusive 1.5-hour visits to premium beach clubs at Islabela Island, Grande Island for lunch, and Rosario de Mar resort. Both options swap chaotic crowded beaches for a safe, calm environment where you can unwind on shaded beach beds and swim in crystal-clear waters at a relaxed pace.

Options

Eco Tour (Family Friendly)

Nature: 2 sightseeing stops from the boat & 3 in-person island stops. Lunch, snorkel, & shuttle boat transport (see images).
Starting point:
Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 1, Centro, Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia

VIP Tour (Family Friendly)

Premium: 2 sightseeing stops from the boat & 3 in-person PREMIUM island stops. Lunch, snorkel, & comfort speedboat (see images).
Starting point:
Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 3, Av. Blas de Lezo, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

What's included

Lunch (Fish, Chicken, or Veggie On-Site Options)
Premium Island Visits (VIP Tour)
Bilingual Tour Guide
Island Visit with Wildlife (Eco Tour)
Shuttle Boat Transport (Eco Tour)
Island Beach Club Passes with Access to Beds & Parasols
Comfort Speedboat Transport (VIP Tour)
Fish Habitat Snorkeling with Mask & Tube (Eco & VIP Tour)

Tourist Port Tax

What to expect

Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica
5m

Both tours (VIP & ECO) will have a sightseeing stop from the boat at the Bocachica fort to take pictures and learn about its history of naval & pirate battles.
Isla Marina
1h 30m

The Eco Tour kicks off at a scenic island famous for its wildlife with direct access to crystalline waters and comfortable beach beds. Meanwhile, the VIP Tour begins with an exclusive experience at Islabela Island, where guests enjoy a private section and personalized service.
Isla Marina
5m

Both tours will then enjoy a sightseeing stop from the boat past Pablo Escobar’s former island mansion, adding a unique visual highlight of the Rosario Islands.
Isla Grande
1h 30m

Both tours will then head to a separate island for snorkeling and lunch. VIP guests will have exclusive access to a private island beach club separately on another point of the island. Guests can unwind on beach beds under parasols, swim, or enjoy the scenery. Lunch is included, with on-site fish, chicken, or vegetarian options. Before the meal, both tours will enjoy an exclusive 30-45 minute snorkeling experience at a nearby fish habitat.
Islas de Rosario
1h 30m

To conclude the day, VIP guests enjoy a premium finale at an island resort, following a day of bespoke service and travel via a comfort speedboat. The Eco Tour winds down at Rosario Island, offering a peaceful retreat with beach chairs and parasols.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We recommend you use Uber as the best way to get around. Type as your destination: "Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 3" to arrive exactly where you need to. A tour guide bearing the Coco Cartagena logo will be waiting. DO NOT BE LATE!

Meeting point

Use Uber as the best way to get around. Type as your destination: "Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 1" to arrive where you need to, then look for the statue in the roundabout where a crowd is gathered (can't miss it). A tour guide bearing the Coco Cartagena logo will be waiting. DO NOT BE LATE!

End point

We recommend you use Uber as the best way to get around. Type as your destination: "Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 3" to arrive exactly where you need to. A tour guide bearing the Coco Cartagena logo will be waiting. DO NOT BE LATE!

End point

Use Uber as the best way to get around. Type as your destination: "Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 1" to arrive where you need to, then look for the statue in the roundabout where a crowd is gathered (can't miss it). A tour guide bearing the Coco Cartagena logo will be waiting. DO NOT BE LATE!

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
NOTES: A port tax must be paid by each person at the pier on day of activity. Be prepared if there's a rainy forecast. Swim attire is mandatory. Eco tickets travel on SHUTTLE BOATS, while VIP tickets on COMFORT SPEEDBOATS. We reserve the right to modify itinerary due to weather. We do not provide pickups or drop offs.
By booking, you agree to our T&Cs (found on our website). You confirm you have travel insurance and fully release the company from all liability for accidents, injuries, or medical costs. Guests must independently arrange transit to the meeting point and assume sole responsibility for their physical state, belongings, alcohol consumption, situational awareness, and conduct—accepting full financial liability for any damages. Swimming and snorkeling are strictly optional and must only be done by capable swimmers; by entering the water, you confirm you possess the necessary skills, understand open-water risks, and assume responsibility. Speedboat rides can be bumpy due to open sea conditions, making them unsuitable for infants, pregnant women, or those with tension or mobility issues; participation is at your own risk. The company is not liable for the actions of other participants or third parties. Engaging with third-party vendors violates safety protocols, causing immediate forfeiture of all further service.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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