Today is yours to enjoy at leisure—explore Cartagena at your own pace or unwind on its stunning beaches. Founded in 1533, Cartagena de Indias stands as one of South America’s most captivating cities. Its historic heart, known as “The Walled City,” preserves the charm of colonial times with narrow cobblestone streets, grand oak doors, and colorful flower-filled balconies. Warm and welcoming locals add to the city’s vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect place to dive into rich colonial history and local culture. Nearby, the breathtaking Rosario Islands offer crystal-clear waters and countless tours and excursions, inviting you to relax, swim, or discover the natural beauty of this tropical paradise.
Overnight in Cartagena
Optional: FD Isla del Pirata Incl. Lunch
Tour duration: 7 hours approx.
Depart at approx. 8:30 AM in a speed boat from the “Muelle de Los Pegasos” crossing Cartagena Bay, passing through Bocachica and skirting the north coast of the island of Barú and “El Rosario Islands”, towards Pirate Island. Upon arrival, a welcome coffee and fresh fruits will be served. Enjoy the free time to swim or unwind on the small island. The trip will take you to San Martín Island with a visit to the aquarium and a chance to see performing dolphins and sharks. After that, start your return trip to the Pirate Island. After lunch, you will have more time to relax, swim, or snorkel before you return to Cartagena.
IMPORTANT information regarding the boat transfer: The boat trip will take approx. 1 hour one way. Especially on the way back in the afternoon the sea can rough, causing movements in the boat. The boat trip is not allowed for pregnant women. Also, you might get wet during the boat trip. If you have any health conditions which may be affected by this movement, do not take this tour.
Notes: Port taxes will not be included (USD 8 pp to be paid locally); This tour does not include hotel pick up or drop off (unless you buy the tour including private transfers) and you will have to meet the group/tour guide in Muelle de Los Pegasos; The trip will be conducted in the company of an international group of tourists, under the supervision of a bilingual guide. The entrance to the aquarium costs 13 USD per person and will not be included. Please note that there will be no individual tour guide on board, just a general one for the whole group.
Optional: Rum Tasting with Chocolat in Getsemaní
Tour duration: 1 hour approx.
The Spaniards transformed America by bringing new goods and customs to the continent. On the other hand, we Americans took many of them and transformed them, to create an identity and product of our own. This is the case of sugar cane, which was taken to another level, and today is the base of one of the most exquisite drinks in the world. Venture into a fun world learning about the Caribbean's most famous drink, RUM. We pick you up from your hotel and start our tour walking to the picturesque neighborhood of Getsemani. In the Bar El Arsenal we meet with Abraham Dau, who owns the most complete collection of Colombian rums in the country, and is considered one of the best 5 mixologists in Colombia. On this journey of flavors we will try 8 different Colombian rums, cataloged as the best in the world - some as shots, others we sip, and others in cocktails. This whole explosion of flavors is accompanied by the best Colombian chocolate; a combination that you will surely never forget.
Includes: walking transfer hotel-bar-hotel (hotels located in the Historical Center or Getsemaní), welcome cocktail, 8 Colombian rum drinks, ES/EN mixologist and full availability of the place, water, taxes.
Optional: Half Day Excursion to La Boquilla - Ciénaga Juan Polo
Duration 4 hours - Daily availability
The Tesca wetlands are located on the north-eastern limits of Cartagena. They are a mystical looking ecosystem of natural canals and labyrinths. On a canoe trip across the Juan Polo swamp in the northern part of the wetlands we set out to explore the fascinating habitat. At the La Boquilla dock a fresh coconut water will be served before we embark on our tour in a traditional wooden canoe and pass the slender roots of the mangroves that are emerging from the brackish water. El Amor, El Chaco and La Felicidad are the promising names of the naturally formed mangrove tunnels we traverse on our 90-minute tour. Our native guide will introduce you to the area's beauty, fauna and the importance of the Tesca wetlands.
Suggested departure time 08:30 a.m. or 03:00 p.m.
Includes: Private air-conditioned transportation to/from Hotel, English-speaking guide, cold coconut, transport in canoe with boga (community guide), bottle of water, insurance, taxes.
Optional: FD Islas del Rosario in Sport Boat Inc. Lunch
Enjoy the most complete tour of the city, explore the 5 best places in the Corales del Rosario National Natural Park, a set of ecosystems full of biodiversity and beauty in a sports boat. You visit different islands on the same day and live an exciting experience swimming with fish and immersing yourself in an underwater universe. It is the perfect experience for those who want to have fun like never before. So don't wait any longer and book today.
* Make your own way to the meeting point: Monumento Los Pegasos