Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

Cartagena Island Hopping: 5-Stop Rosario Islands Tour with Lunch

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Free cancellation available
7h
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Multiple languages

Overview

Choose from these options that best align with your vibe and budget:

ECOLOGICAL TOUR (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM): Enjoy sightseeing at the historic Bocachica Fort and Pablo Escobar’s former estate. Includes three dedicated stops (1.5 hours each) at Marina Island, Grande Island (featuring snorkeling and lunch), and Rosario Island. Transport is via shuttle boat.

VIP TOUR (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM): Travel via a comfort speedboat for an exclusive small group experience. Includes the same sightseeing stops as the previous, snorkeling, and three premium stops (1.5 hours each): a visit to Islabela, a private beach club (for lunch), and time at an award-winning island resort.

PARTY TOUR (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM): Includes the same sightseeing stops but swaps relaxation for excitement with 1.5-hour visits to Baru Island, Grande Island (for lunch), and the famously loud and crowded party hub, Cholon Island. Transport is via shuttle boat. (Note: Select this option carefully and avoid if you prefer a quieter day.)

Activity location

Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica
- Bocachica, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Monumento Santander
- 130001, Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Party Tour (Choose Carefully)

7h
English

Festive (Adults Only): 2 sightseeing stops (Fort & Escobar's mansion), 3 island stops (Baru, Grande, Cholon), & lunch. NOTE: Read recommendations.
Starting point:
Monumento Santander, Centro, Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

RM 283.54 x 1 AdultRM 283.54

Paid at activityRM 36.50

Total

Ecological Tour

7h
English

Exploration (Family Friendly): 2 sightseeing stops (Fort & Escobar's mansion), snorkel activity, 3 island stops (Grande, Marina, Rosario), & lunch.
Starting point:
Monumento Santander, Centro, Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00

Price details

RM 291.23 x 1 AdultRM 291.23

Paid at activityRM 36.50

Total

VIP Tour

7h
English

Premium (Family Friendly): 2 sightseeing stops (Fort & Escobar's mansion), snorkel activity, 3 VIP island stops (Islabela, Beach Club, Resort), & lunch.
Starting point:
Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 3, Av. Blas de Lezo, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

RM 331.74 x 1 AdultRM 331.74

Paid at activityRM 36.50

Total

What's included, what's not

Lunch (Fish, Chicken, or Veggie On-Site Options)
Premium Island Visits (VIP Tour)
Bilingual Tour Guide
Shuttle Boat Transport (Ecological & Party Tours)
Island Stops with Access to Beds & Parasols
Fish Habitat Snorkeling with Mask & Tube (Ecological & VIP Tour)
Cholon Island - Loud, Crowded, & Vendors (Choose Wisely) (Party Tour)
Comfort Speedboat Transport (VIP Tour)
Tourist Port Tax Fee

Know before you book

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. Ecological & Party tickets travel on SHUTTLE BOATS, while VIP tickets on COMFORT SPEEDBOATS. The Party tour DOES NOT do snorkel. Public islands like Cholon and Baru are unmaintained, loud, and crowded with vendors — choose the Party option carefully. We reserve the right to modify itinerary due to weather. We do not provide pickups or drop offs.
By proceeding, you agree to our Terms & Conditions (found on our website). You confirm that you are responsible for securing your own travel insurance and fully release the company from all liability regarding accidents, injuries, or medical costs. Guests must independently arrange transportation to/from the meeting point and assume sole responsibility for alcohol consumption, situational awareness, and conduct, accepting full financial liability for any resulting damages or fines. The company is also not liable for the actions of other participants or third parties. Note: Speedboat rides can be bumpy due to open sea conditions, making it not suitable for infants, pregnant women, or those with back, heart, or mobility issues; participation is at your own risk. Finally, engaging in unauthorized activities with third-party island vendors violates safety protocols and constitutes a voluntary withdrawal from the tour and forfeiting further service.

Activity itinerary

Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica

All three tour options (VIP, Ecological, & Party) include a dedicated sightseeing stop near Tierra Bomba Island to view the historic Bocachica Fort. Take photos and learn about the fort's colonial significance right from the boat!

Isla Baru

1h 30m

The Party Tour begins with its first stop at a lively beach club on either Baru Playa Blanca or Grande Island. Please note that Baru Island is specifically reserved for this high-energy option, as its characteristic crowded, vendor-heavy atmosphere is purposefully excluded from our family-friendly tours. NOTE: Public islands like Cholon and Baru are unmaintained, loud, and crowded with vendors. Choose the Party option carefully.

Isla Grande

1h 30m

The Ecological tour will have its first stop at an island with open access to the clear waters and beach beds for lounging. The VIP tour will also make their first stop Islabela Island in their own section with personalized attention.

Isla Marina

All tours will then include a unique sightseeing stop for photos, cruising past the former island mansion of Pablo Escobar. This visual highlight adds an intriguing layer of history to your Rosario Islands experience.

Islas de Rosario

1h 30m

All tours then head to a dedicated island for included lunch and relaxation, where guests across all options can unwind on beach beds under parasols, swim, or enjoy the scenery; lunch features on-site choices including fish, chicken, or vegetarian options. Crucially, VIP guests enjoy this experience with exclusive access to a private island beach club situated on a separate point of the island. Additionally, before the meal, VIP and Snorkel Tour participants receive a special activity perk: a dedicated 30-45 minute snorkeling experience conducted at a nearby fish habitat.

Islas de Rosario

1h 30m

Finally, VIP guests enjoy a premium finish, spending their last stop at an award-winning island resort after a day of personalized attention and exclusive travel aboard a comfortable speedboat. The Ecological tour will finish in Rosario Island with beach chairs and parasols for relaxation. In contrast, the Party Tour concludes at Cholon Island, known for its lively floating party atmosphere; guests should choose carefully as this destination is typically crowded, loud, and unmaintained.

Location

Activity location

Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica
- Bocachica, Colombia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Monumento Santander
- 130001, Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia
Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 3
- Avenida Blas de Lezo
- 130001, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia

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