Top Cartagena Bus Tours

Experience Cartagena’s famed Totumo Mud Volcano on this rejuvenating half-day adventure. After meeting at a convenient spot in Cartagena, head to the volcano, where you can soak in a mineral-filled mud bath and enjoy snacks included in the tour price. The mud bath is fun and relaxing at the same time.

Experience the city of Cartagena through the work and life of author Gabriel Garcia Marquez on this guided tour. Discover the references found in his writings such as One Hundred Years of Solitude, The Autumn of the Patriarch, and Love in the Time of Cholera, and others. Plus, visit significant historical places related to his life, including where he studied and where his remains lie.

Bazurto Market is Cartagena’s largest and busiest market, and it’s a maze of colorful stalls, exotic foods, and local artisans. This private visit will take you to the heart of the market, where you’ll get the chance to meet the vendors, watch craftsmen at work, sample local fruits, and, if you've upgraded, enjoy a typical Colombian lunch at Cecilia’s restaurant, featured on Anthony Bourdain's TV show.

On this visit to the pearl of the Caribbean you will visit the Convent of the stern founded and built since 1606-1611, which is located on a mountain at 140 meters altitude and where the patron saint virgin of the city (Virgin de la candelaria) is located, and then arrive at the largest fortification of the Caribbean The Fort of San Felipe de Barajas, which witnessed and executioner in the most epic naval battle of the Caribbean in 1741 against Admiral Vernon, and finally will make a tour of the walled city visiting its squares, churches and monuments being part of this magnificent city, ending with a panoramic tour in the bay of Cartagena to better understand the defense system of the city and see the social distribution in Cartagena.

Experience Cartagena, the most beautiful colonial city in Colombia with a private tour guide for you and your party only! Enjoy a free pick up and drop off at your hotel by your amiable tour guide. Guests have a choice of staying in Getsamani after the tour ends for lunch (own expense) or having your guide drop you off at your hotel. This is a private tour with a professional, certified tour guide for you and you party only!

Ensure your Colombian vacation is smooth and stress-free with a convenient one-way airport transfer. Skip long taxi lines and avoid confusing public transport systems at Rafael Nunez International Airport with a direct journey to your hotel in Cartagena. Choose comfort and convenience to begin your holiday the right way.

Explore the unique town of San Basilio de Palenque, an area settled by escaped slaves who created a settlement where they could be free. Learn about the history of the Cartagenian people and in particular, the people who formed and grew San Basilio de Palenque. Try authentic local food and hear stories from local people about the history and culture of Colombia.

Make your journey to or from Rafael Núñez International Airport smooth and stress-free with a private arrival or departure transfer. You'll be able to skip the hassle of long lines at the taxi rank and the stress of navigating unfamiliar public transport systems. Plus, you'll be picked up or dropped off directly at your accommodation, instead of having to wait for multiple other travelers to reach their destination.

Spend a day cruising between islands on this serene tour of the National Natural Park of Colombia. Visit the sandy beaches at Cholón, Playa Grande, Playa Blanca, and Barú. Enjoy beach excursions and relax under palm trees while locals prepare a traditional lunch for you. Take a dip and meet the wildlife hiding amongst coral by snorkelling off the archipelago.

Come to palenque appreciate the growth of palenque culture and history, the roots of people of color in cartagena and colombia, growth, recognition and acceptance in music, language and palenquera culture, a place where pambele was born and for his efforts as a boxer He gave the world to know his roots, his land that today is San Basilio de Palenque..

Trade the bustle of Cartagena for two of Colombia’s most noteworthy natural attractions on this time-maximizing, half-day tour. With round-trip transfers from your hotel included, getting there is made easy. Head first to Totumo Volcano, where you can enjoy a soothing mud bath. Then, continue to Galerazamba—known for its striking pink sea and salt flats—for a unique sightseeing experience.

Explore with us on a nice hike, the Tropical Dry Forest, just 1 hour away from Cartagena. Discover this amazing ecosystem with incredible species that were able to adapt to the no rain season. Within the fauna, there is a charismatic monkey, the Cotton Top Tamarin, a squirreled – size primate that takes the first place as one of Colombia’s most appealing endemic mammals. Through this unique off-the-beaten-path trip will make you enjoy the flora and fauna of this forest while you´re learning of it, having fun and exercising yourself. With a maximum of 8 people in the group expect a warm, friendly and personal atmosphere that will make you feel you´re with a close friend who has a great travel experience to share with you

Spend a day away from Cartagena’s hustle and bustle on a small-group tour to a mud volcano and mangrove forest. Begin by experiencing reported therapeutic properties as you immerse yourself in the mud pool. Afterward, an attendant will help you rinse off. Then, refuel with a traditional Caribbean lunch. Finally, take a canoe tour - led by local fishermen - through a mangrove forest, where you’ll witness the region’s vibrant flora and fauna.

Hike through the rural area outside of Cartagena on this trekking tour. Focus on the local flora, fauna, and native culture as you travel, listening to in-depth commentary from your guide. You won't have to worry about navigation or transportation, since your guide is in charge of all the details. All transportation and meals are included while you're out on the trail.

Get a sense for the top attractions in Cartagena during this 4-hour shore excursion designed with cruise ship passengers in mind. Explore the unique Moorish and Republican architecture of the city’s Manga Island, take in gorgeous views from the hilltop Monastery of La Popa and check out historic San Felipe Fortress. You’ll also enjoy an hour-long walking tour of Cartagena’s atmospheric old city and do some souvenir shopping at Las Bovedas. Your excursion also includes round-trip port transport, a professional guide, and light refreshments.

Experience the natural beauty surrounding Cartagena on a private tour of La Boquilla. Paddle through tranquil mangrove forests and discover diverse wildlife in this unique ecosystem. Learn about preserving the environment and the fishing village’s livelihood. This immersive tour includes hotel pickup and offers a peaceful escape from the bustling city center.

On this tour, an expert guide will take you to back in time to the city beginnings. The first encounters between the invading Spanish and the indigenous calamari natives. The attacks perpetrated by different pirates, privateers (corsairs), buccaneers and philibusters throughout the colonial period. We also explain how independence wars prompted Colombia to start building its military force that later became known as Fuerzas Armadas de Colombia, the national army. We will visit: Naval Museum, San Felipe fortress (castle), Las bóvedas. In each one of them, we also touch on the recent history of Cartagena as part of Colombia conflicts with guerrilla groups, drug trafficking (Medellin and Cali Cartels), Paramilitary groups, constitutional amendments, Extradition in Colombia, Narco guerrilla as well as Colombia´s peace talks and agreements.

Cartagena is teeming with history and culture, but exploring it independently can be daunting. Cover the main highlights of the city, from the Caribbean coast to the historic center, with a guide who navigates and sheds light on the local history. Enjoy a mix of short, guided walking tours and driving time to avoid getting footsore.

The National Aviary of Colombia is home to around 2,000 birds representing nearly 200 species including condors, flamingos, emus, owls, storks, and much more. Located on Baru Island near the city of Cartagena, the aviary includes walking trails and dozens of exhibition areas where birds can easily be observed. Bird lovers and nature lovers on this half-day private tour from Cartagena have the chance to explore the aviary and enjoy a typical lunch.

We will learn about the incredible ecological importance of mangroves and their vital role in coastal protection. In addition, we will live the tradition of sustainable artisanal fishing, participating in ancestral practices such as the use of nets and traps, a knowledge that our community has preserved from generation to generation. After this cultural immersion, we will delight with a seafront lunch in the best restaurant in the area. With a breathtaking view, we will taste the typical dish of our community: fresh fried fish, coconut rice, patacones, salad and a delicious fish soup, accompanied by a refreshing natural lemonade. We also offer options for meat, chicken or vegan dishes so that no one is left without enjoying themselves. We close our experience by relaxing on the quiet beaches of La Boquilla, where you can feel the serenity of the Caribbean while remaining connected to the essence of our community.

When your cruise ship docks at the picturesque port of Cartagena, explore the Caribbean color and cultural flair of the Colombian city during a half-day sightseeing shore excursion. Our guide will be waiting for you at the parking of the port. Visit the historical and architectural highlights of the UNESCO World Heritage Site while delving deeper into the city’s history with a knowledgeable guide. Stroll around the ambient Plaza de la Aduana and discover the stolid structure of the Castillo San Felipe, the entrance fee to which is included in the tour.

Get away from the crowds and explore an area rich with wildlife and tradition on this tour to the Cienaga de la Virgen mangrove forest. Paddle through winding mangrove channels on a canoe along with your guide, stopping to admire the scenery and learn about wildlife along the way. As you go, you also learn about the traditional fishing villages and people who call La Boquilla home.

Give your feet a rest from all the sightseeing and venture beyond city limits to the Totumo Mud Volcano. Immerse yourself in nature as you relax in the bubbling, mineral-rich mud that is said to have healing properties. Then, head to Boquilla Beach, where you can swim, soak up the sun, and enjoy the amenities, including a pool, sun loungers, and hammocks.

This visit should be made if you are in Carthagena. The Palenque de benkos bioho, the most visited territory and document of the Colombian Caribbean region, is a place of African descent in America. In this corner of Africa located in Colombia, the largest black rebellion of the 17th century was carried out, through which a group of blacks led by BENKOS BIOHO, a combat general and prince of the Royal Family of Guinea Bisauu (formerly Portuguese Guinea) were able to escape from the Spanish colony located in the walled city (cartagena de indias) and settle in this small corner of Africa called san basilio de palenque (first free black territory of America) a place where African tradition, customs and legacies remain. WOULD YOU LIKE TO COME? WE WAIT FOR YOU!!