Top Colombia Shore Excursions

Get a thorough overview of Cartagena’s significant landmarks on a private walking tour. With a flexible itinerary, you’re free to visit the attractions that interest you and skip the ones that don’t. Possible highlights include Parque de la Marina, Museo Naval Del Caribe, Museo del Oro Zenu, and several of the city’s important plazas. Your guide provides illuminating commentary on Cartagena's history and culture throughout the tour.

Our Emerald Tour is not just an expedition, it is an immersion in the magic of nature in its purest state. What distinguishes us is the perfect fusion between the lush beauty of the jungle and the cultural authenticity of places like Gethsemane. We invite you to be part of an experience that goes beyond typical exploration. Not only do we take you to breathtaking places, but we also immerse you in the living history of the region. Booking our tour is more than a travel decision; it is an invitation to unlock the secrets of nature and culture that have stood the test of time. Join us for an unforgettable trip, where every corner is a green gem waiting to be discovered. ¡ Do not miss the opportunity to live the pure essence of the Emerald at every moment!

Cartagena Memory Session it is a curated memory making experience. We combine creative photography, cultural atmosphere, and visual storytelling so travelers do more than pose in Cartagena’s beautiful streets. They experience the city while being intentionally portrayed within it, creating images that feel natural, cinematic, and emotionally true. We bring a strong background in tourism, lifestyle, and visual storytelling, approaching each session with a professional and creative vision. Our expertise allows us to transform each traveler’s purpose into carefully crafted visual pieces images that not only look exceptional, but also convey meaning, identity, and experience. Paola H Sanchez and her creative team have more than 8 years sharing moments with travelers, travel agents, businesses, families, and groups, capturing the essence and experiences of their journeys through photography and video.

Discover Cartagena through the eyes of a local on a private tour. This flexible half-day excursion is great for visitors who are tired of impersonal group tours. Together with your guide, you’ll see the city's cultural and historical highlights, as well as a few hidden corners not found in any guidebook. You’ll travel by private transportation to ensure you maximize every moment of your time without getting worn out.

Immerse yourself in the tranquility and natural beauty of Bahia Concha, one of Tayrona National Park’s hidden gems, with this tour from Santa Marta. You won’t have to worry about getting lost, and a tour is a hassle-free and efficient way to see the area and its mix of landscapes, from crystal-clear waters to the surrounding mountains.

Take a day trip out of Cartagena and leave the planning and driving to your guide on this excursion to Playa Blanca beach on Baru Island. Travel comfortably on an air-conditioned bus and spend the day soaking up the sun on the white-sand beach and swimming in crystal-clear water. Afterward, explore the neighboring fishing villages and residential areas before returning to Cartagena.

Get off your cruise ship and combine culture and canoeing during this half-day tour of Cartagena, Colombia. Relax while your canoe is guided through the calm mangrove-filled waterways near the city. Look for fish and birds which thrive in the mangroves and visit Cartagena's historic San Felipe de Barajas fort and the city's striking colonial center which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Live an unforgettable adventure on the Rosario Islands! With this package, you will be able to enjoy a snorkeling excursion and see up close the incredible plankton and marine life that inhabits the islands. In addition, you will be able to swim and enjoy the beautiful crystal clear waters of the islands.

Explore Cartagena in style and at your own pace on this private city tour. Enjoy the personal attention of your guide as they escort you around the city and provide in-depth information. Visit the Convento de la Popa at the highest point of Cartagena for panoramic views, walk through the tunnels and galleries of San Felipe Fort, visit the Bovedas to shop for handicrafts, and embark upon a walking tour of the walled city. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

From Cartagena airport to your hotel or vacation rental, with private transportation for you and your group. A representative will meet you at the airport exit and accompany you to your vehicle.

Experience stress-free transfers to or from Simon Boliver International Airport (CCS) when you book this private, one-way transfer service. Whether arriving or departing, enjoy a comfortable journey to or from the airport, cruise ship terminal, or your accommodation. Enjoy the benefit of not waiting in long taxi lines, a guarantee of high-quality transport, and experienced drivers.

Explore Colombia beyond Cartagena with a half-day private tour to the Totumo Volcano. Get picked up at your hotel and drive to this volcano known for the chance to swim in a sea of mud. Climb a flight of wooden stairs and enter the crater to experience the therapeutic qualities of a mineral mud bath.

Combine lo mejor de la naturaleza de Colombia con sus paisajes en un recorrido que le permitirá escapar de la ciudad y visitar tanto Playa Blanca como el Aviario Nacional. Ideal para los amantes de la naturaleza, esta excursión incluye todas las entradas y el transporte, para que pueda sentarse, relajarse y admirar el paisaje tropical de Colombia mientras otra persona mantiene los ojos en la carretera.

Explore the brilliant underwater world of the Rosario islands on this scuba-diving adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, get outfitted in all necessary gear and hop on a boat bound for the National Park of Corals—a marine reserve with mangroves, reefs, and a variety of sea life. Plunge to nearly 40 feet (12 meters) beneath the surface and enjoy a delicious lunch included in the tour price.

Visit some of the best beaches in Santa Marta as you relax all day long on this private boat tour. Pickup and drop-off from your hotel allows for a stress-free experience. Go swimming in the ocean away from the crowds of the city's main public beaches as you access more secluded areas by boat.

Explore Tayrona at your own pace during a private boat tour that allows you to customize your sightseeing itinerary. You'll benefit from the undivided attention of not one, but two ship captains as you admire the tropical landscapes from a new perspective. Plus, you can stop to snorkel and swim for as long as you like. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Tayrona means you won't have to find a meeting point.

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Caribbean Cartagena on a private walking tour that takes in the street art, historic hidden gems, and the colorful plazas that make up this unique city. Visit the walled city of Getsemaní and learn about the history and culture of the area, and hear music and stories that reveal the true life-loving nature of this special city.

Get off the beaten path and discover Colombian cuisine that you might otherwise miss on a private food and walking tour of Cartagena. You’ll receive undivided attention from your private guide as you explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town Cartagena and learn about how the snacks you enjoy relate to the culture and history of the city. Plus, all samples are included so there’s no hidden costs.

Our activity takes you from your door to the heart of our vibrant nature in our beloved local Botanical Garden. As we wander through the carefully curated exhibits, we'll explore the rich variety of fauna and flora, while also having the chance to see some wildlife, such as local birds, monkeys and insects. Along the way we will discuss plants; their individual properties, their importance to our local climate and their cultural importance to Colombians. After this, we moved to a nearby natural hotspot, only known to Cartageneros. Here you will experience how we locals really live; enjoying life through food, music and activities while immersing ourselves in nature, an experience that tourists would not discover otherwise.

Leave the crowds behind and experience Colombia's famous Mud Volcano on a tour designed exclusively for you. From hotel or Airbnb pickup to your return, your private transportation and dedicated guide allows you to enjoy the day at your own pace without the hassle of large groups. Your professional guide will remain exclusively with you throughout the entire experience, providing personalized attention, sharing fascinating local insights, and ensuring every moment is seamless. Choose between a morning or afternoon departure and travel comfortably to this remarkable natural wonder, where you'll climb into the warm, mineral-rich mud and float effortlessly in one of Colombia's most unique experiences. After rinsing off in the nearby lagoon, savor a tasting of authentic Colombian cuisine before relaxing on your private journey back to Cartagena with unforgettable memories, authentic flavors, and a deeper appreciation for one of the country's most extraordinary natural attractions.

Discover the natural beauty of the Cartagena coast in one day on Isla del Encanto The destination with crystal clear waters is located in the Corales del Rosario Natural Park and has more than 300 m of sand for you to rest in a Caribbean climate. discover the experience • The tour will begin at gate 5 of the Bodeguita Pier, in Cartagena. From there we will depart in the morning towards the Corales del Rosario Park in a journey of only 60 min. • Disembarkation takes place at the Isla del Encanto hotel, from where you can start your tour of the island, either freely or guided. • At lunchtime, sample the local flavors in a typical buffet-style meal. • Between dips in the sea and in the pool, take the opportunity to rest on one of the loungers or hammocks that will add even more comfort to your experience standing on the sand. • In the afternoon, we will start our way back to Cartagena directly to the Bodeguita pier

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.

From Cartagena, a private yacht takes your group of up to 12 to Islas de Rosario, where you control the departure time and places you visit. Shape the route around destinations such as Cholon, Playa Azul, and Baru, rather than following a fixed itinerary. Snorkel with provided equipment, relax on sun loungers, and use the onboard restroom with a certified captain and co-captain on board.

Experience an unforgettable experience touring the 5 most beautiful islands of the Colombian Caribbean in one day. Start your adventure with an amazing sailing trip to the Rosario Islands, then snorkel on Isla Grande, where you will discover the fascinating marine life among coral reefs. Then feel the vibrant energy of Cholón, the most festive destination of the tour, where you will enjoy music, sea and a delicious cocktail of shrimp in full water. Continue to spectacular Agua Azul Island, a paradise corner with perfect turquoise waters to relax and capture stunning photos. End your day in Playa Tranquila, Barú, where a delicious typical lunch awaits you before experiencing a magical sunset in front of the sea.Ready for a unique experience full of adventure, party and unforgettable scenery?