Day Trips from Cartagena to Colombia

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!!

This half day private tour will show you all around San Basilio de Palenque from the perspective of your local guide. You'll hear all about ancestral traditions and the culture of the region. You'll also visit the Benkos Bioho Monument in the Principal Plaza to get some further historical stories. In Palenque, you'll work with a native cook to prepare a traditional lunch. Learn about traditional medicine and boxing, famous in this area, too.

Explore several islands in one day on this boat tour from Cartagena to the archipelago of the Rosario Islands—without having to deal with logistics yourself. After seeing the fort of Bocachica, stop on multiple islands that make up Corales del Rosario National Natural Park. You can snorkel on Isla Grande, relax on the beaches of Isla Bela and Mulata, and enjoy the beach club Ibiza with cocktail in hand.

Visit the village of San Basilio de Palenque, which is located roughly an hour's drive from Cartagena, with hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your hotel. Your guide is a Palenque native, ensuring a more authentic experience as you learn about Palenque's history, language, and the African traditions that have been passed down over several centuries.

Why wait until the end of the day to party when you can enjoy a full-day experience on Cholon Island? Venture out from Cartagena to the Caribbean island for an unforgettable beach party filled with music, dancing, food, and plenty of people to mix and mingle with. With all logistics handled, all you need to worry about is having fun.

Explore the coastline beyond Cartagena with this full-day private boat tour. Leave the navigating to your private guide and admire views during the journey to the Rosario Islands. Visit Cholon and Baru islands for sunbathing and swimming. Return to Cartagena at day's end. You'll depart from a private marina, avoiding the crowds of the public dock.

Embark on a unique experience with our Volcano + Beach + Pool tour, where adventure and relaxation combine perfectly. Start your day with pickup where an air-conditioned transport will take you comfortably to your first destination. At the Totumo Volcano, an exfoliating bath in its healing waters awaits you, ideal for rejuvenating the skin and releasing stress. You will enjoy an impressive natural environment while you immerse yourself in this unique experience. After the bath, relax in the beautiful Totumo lagoon and feel the connection with nature. The adventure continues with an afternoon of rest at a hotel in Manzanillo, where you can enjoy the beach and a refreshing pool. Take the opportunity to sunbathe, swim or simply relax with the sound of the waves in the background. The tour includes a delicious lunch with four options to satisfy all palates, as well as a light dessert that will put the finishing touch to your experience.

Leave the city of Cartagena behind for a beach day on Barú Island—and leave the logistics and transportation to someone else. Following hotel pickup, you’ll be driven to Barú Island. Then, you’ll walk to Playa Blanca, the only public beach inside Corales del Rosario National Natural Park. Spend the day at Mambo Beach Club with facilities including bathrooms and sun loungers, and you’ll receive a voucher for lunch there.

Enjoy an experience of peace and tranquility on the most beautiful beach in Cartagena, the island of Baru offers you a beach club in Playa Tranquila so that you can enjoy the turquoise blue sea and the white sand while you sunbathe or have a delicious typical lunch. Caribbean. Enjoy piña colada or delicious cocoloco.

Visit the National Aviary of Colombia and Playa Blanca on this day trip in Cartagena. The popular tourist attraction boasts 138 species of birds, including the Harpy Eagle, the Caribbean Toucan, the Pink Flamingos, and the Crown Crane. Following that, head to Playa Blanca where you’ll enjoy lunch and some relaxation on the sand.

Delve into the vibrant history of San Basilio de Palenque, the first haven of freedom in the Americas, on a small-group day tour from Cartagena. This immersive tour is perfect for travelers seeking a comprehensive and informative cultural journey told through a respectful lens. Together with your guide, you'll roam the city's landmarks, visit significant sites, and gain deep insights into its past.

Enjoy a great day trip to Barú, part of the Corales del Rosario National Marine Park. Travel and enjoy a day at the beach as you deserve! A guide will accompany you. Our speedboats will transport you to the island. On the island, you will find a beach area furnished with sunbeds, beach chairs, and umbrellas, a seawater pool, and the different natural environments that surround us. The buffet lunch will offer you typical options along with a non-alcoholic beverage. Additional activities will be available at an extra cost: snorkeling, diving, aquarium, and spa. Important: We do not include dock tax, alcoholic beverages, and other services at an extra cost.

Make the most of your time in Colombia with a day trip to Barranquilla and Santa Marta—without dealing with logistics or navigation—on this tour leaving from Cartagena. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to Barranquilla and visit landmarks including Monumento Ventana Al Mundo, Malecón del Cayman, and the Shakira statue, honoring the city’s famous singer. Next travel to Santa Marta and visit Parque de Los Novios, Parque Bolivar, and more.

Discover the beauty of the Colombian Caribbean in the Rosario and Tierra Bomba Islands, explore its crystal clear waters with snorkel and live a unique experience in the best beach club of Isla Barú with Mambo, to culminate by submerging yourself, if you wish, with luminous plankton .

While many boat tours in Cartagena are focused on parties, this tour has been specially designed to offer a unique and enjoyable experience for the whole family, including children and grandparents.

Enjoy an unforgettable FULL DAY on the Island of Barú, with its Playa Blanca and the National Aviary plus bioluminescent plankton. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience the wonders of Colombia's wildlife and nature. During your visit to the National Aviary, you will have the opportunity to see many colorful parrots, peacocks, flamingos, and other species that live in their natural habitat. Afterwards, you will head to Playa de Blanca to relax and enjoy the beautiful views. We will watch the beautiful sunset and then we will go to the bioluminescent plankton. This excursion is ideal for those who want to get to know the fauna and nature of Colombia without having to travel too far from Cartagena. So don't wait any longer, reserve your place today! - Plankton performs a very important task in fixing or capturing CO2 found in the atmosphere and exporting it to deeper ocean waters or to the seabed.

Enjoy a day at the beach away from the crowds where someone else handles transportation with this day trip from Cartagena to Baru Island. Ride in an air-conditioned minivan from Cartagena and relax at the Mambo Beach club on Playa Blanca's white sand. Chill on sun chairs, enjoy snacks and a local lunch with menu options, then return to Cartagena.

Paue Island, located in the heart of the Rosary Islands archipelago, is a true natural paradise that promises to captivate all visitors. We leave Cartagena to the island, when you arrive in Paue you will be greeted with a glass of champagne or lemonade for the children, you will be greeted by an atmosphere of tranquility and unspeakable beauty. You can enjoy activities such as snorkeling, kayaking or Paddleboarding, exploring vibrant coral reefs that are home to rich marine life, or just relax on the beach. The island also offers opportunities to explore its unique flora and fauna. You can walk along trails surrounded by tropical vegetation and discover the diversity of species that inhabit this wonderful ecosystem. In addition, the welcoming atmosphere and friendly treatment of the locals will make you feel at home.

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.

This activity is to enjoy a great party in boats and yachts on Cholón Island better known as the islands of parties, the most rumbera of the Caribbean with crossover music, welcome drinks and rumba time... Passengers can enjoy a delicious lunch on the shore of one of the most rugged beaches of the archipelago Our boats have stereo sound and an icebox with ice, you will share the boat with others and enjoy a party and rumba atmosphere Once we have all the travelers gathered we will set sail for the islands of the rosary to spend some time bathing and partying in the pool located in front of big island. At 11:30 we will leave for our main destination Cholon Island. Our return is from 3:00 to 3:30 pm depending on the weather conditions, ending at the Pegasus Pier.

This will be a great experience full of many emotions where we will know about the Rosario archipelago and its 27 islands, you will enjoy one of the most desired islands here we will take a delicious lunch of several options and you can relax in the tranquility that surrounds this island, you will capture in the memory unforgettable memories.

We start with a nautical city tour in front of the imposing Fort of San Fernando, stopping to take professional photos from the boats Let's continue to Baru Island, which has the most beautiful beaches and the most beautiful crystal clear water. VIP bed courtesy zone s The adventure continues in the Rosario Islands, a paradise of turquoise waters and bright sun, In two different spots on Isla Grande where you will enjoy a delicious Caribbean lunch right by the sea Courtesy sunbathing chairs access to the facilities free time to swim Cholon Island depending on the tours it finishes We are certified tour operators and we offer three tour options 1.Cartagena tours Rosario Islands, Private Beach Club end baru (basic) 2.Cartagena tours Rosario Islands, Private Beach Club end baru (party) 3.Cartagena tours Rosario Islands, Private Beach Club end baru (Natural)

Saving smart time: In a single day you cover the two main cities of the Colombian Caribbean (Barranquilla and Santa Marta) from Cartagena, something almost impossible to coordinate on your own by public transport. Comfort and Safety: Travel in air-conditioned vehicles with expert drivers who know the route in detail, avoiding the stress of logistics and ensuring your safety along the way. Unique Cultural Contrast: Experience the perfect clash between the industrial modernity of the "Golden Gate" (Barranquilla) and the historical mysticism of the oldest city in Colombia (Santa Marta). Direct access to Instagram Spots : We take you exactly to the most iconic spots (Shark Fin, Window to the World, Pibe Monument) without wasting time looking for directions. Panoramic Experience : It is not just getting to the destination; the passage through Via Parque Isla de Salamanca offers a unique view of ecosystems that few conventional tours include.

Explore one of the world's largest aviaries, the Colombia National Aviary, on this private tour from Cartagena. With a private guide in the lead, you'll enjoy personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace. Learn about the native birds of Colombia through guided commentary and enjoy asking as many questions as you like.