Rosario Islands Day Trip
Day Trip Details
We'll pick you up at the indicated time at your hotel in Cartagena de Indias or at the agreed meeting point. From there, we'll head towards the Marina Todo Mar dock to board a boat that will take us across the bay of Las Animas. You'll be welcomed with fresh fruit and a welcome drink. Gradually, we'll make our way into the open sea as we sail toward the Rosario Islands.
During our crossing, we'll make a brief stop at the fortress of San Fernando in Bocachica. Leaving this area behind, we'll arrive at Isla Grande, where the group of islands that we'll visit is located. There, you'll have free time to snorkel and see the numerous colourful fish.
Then we'll disembark on the island of Cholon. Here, you'll have an hour of free time. The next stop will be at Blanca Beach on the Baru peninsula. You'll have another hour free to swim in the crystal clear waters.
Finally, after 8 hours together, we'll say goodbye at the Marina Todo Mar dock, located in Bocagrande.
Tour without Cholón Island
During the booking process, depending on availability, you can select the tour without Cholón Island.
In this case, after enjoying Isla Grande, we'll reach a beach club to enjoy a comforting lunch. After 1.5 hours of free time, you can choose between going to Isla Isabela or the Aquarium of the Rosario Islands. After 2 hours in one of these sites, we'll return to the starting point, where we'll say goodbye 8.5 hours later.
Important: please note that admission to the Aquarium is not included, and you'll need to pay in cash on the day of the activity.
Optional Activities
During the boat trip, you'll be able to opt for various optional activities that are carried out with the staff of the Aquarium of the Rosario Islands:
- Snorkelling: This activity is free and does not include snorkelling equipment
- Shark and dolphin show: for an additional 55,000 COP (US$ 13.71) per person
During the booking process, please indicate if you are interested in doing one of these optional activities.
Pickup Point & Meeting Point
Depending on the selected option, the meeting point will be the following:
- Tour with Cholón Island: this activity includes pickup at hotels in actividad incluye la recogida en los hoteles de Bocagrande, Castillo Grande, and El Laguito. If you're staying outside this designated area, we'll meet directly at Todomar Marina (Cra. 2 #15-364). Please note that the ending location will be Todomar Marina.
- Tour without Cholón Island: this activity begins at the Monumento Santander, located in front of the Pier of La Bodeguita - Gate 1.
More Information
Duration
8h - 8h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off (depending on selection)
Transport by bus or minibus and speedboat (depending on selection)
Boat ride
English–speaking guide
Lunch (depending on selection)
Not included
Port fees: 20,000 COP (US$ 4.98)
Optional activities: 55,000 COP (US$ 13.71) per person (only for the shark and dolphin show)
Admission to the Aquarium: 40,000 COP (US$ 9.97) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Include water in recyclable cartons.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The show represents local culture.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Vivamos Colombia Travel Corporate name: VIVAMOS COLOMBIA DMC SAS Registered Office: MZ H PRIMA LT 11 BRR VILLAGRANDE DE LAS INDIAS, Cartagena, Colombia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 9016117237 Contact information Email: pavapaola@gmail.com Phone: +57 3142839340
If you have any other questions please contact us.
