Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

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Cartagena, Colombia

High interest

Booked 4 times today.

7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.4

· Shilpa_G ·

Jun 2026

This was an amazing experience in a relaxed very comfortable Catamaran. Clean settings and bathroom. Spots they stop for are away from the crowds. Food served on the boat is top notch freshly prepared. Staff is very attentive and helpful. Great for people who want to spend a relaxing day in the water.

· Emily_S ·

Jun 2026

Times are accurate, departure and arrival just on time, staff is super friendly, professional and very helpful, food quality is great and the places where they stop are simply amazing, the ship is very clean and well maintained,TOTALLY WORTH IT, super recommended.

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Overview

Set sail for the Rosario Islands with this group catamaran expedition from Cartagena. You will be able to anchor at Isla Grande and Isla Bela, where you will have the opportunity to jump into the water to practice snorkeling. Lunch and refreshments will also be served at no additional charge.

Sail out to the Rosario Islands on a Catamaran
Snorkeling gear will be provided
Lunch is included in the price of the tour
Free soft drinks will be served

What's Included

Use of Snorkeling equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment
Lunch

Lunch is included and among the options we have seafood rice, rice with vegetables or rice with chicken
All Fees and Taxes
Soda/Pop

Non-alcoholic beverages are included

Alcoholic Beverages
Coffee and/or Tea
Pick Up Service / Hotel pick-up service

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 3
Av. Blas de Lezo, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
Boarding begins at 08:00 am and sailing is at 08:30 am. We leave from the Bodeguita pier - Puerta 3

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

Itinerary

Isla Grande

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Baru

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
We need the number of documents of each passenger who embarks
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Angel_R

Our Saturday catamaran excursion to Islas Rosario was an absolute highlight! If you're looking for a relaxing and well-organized day at sea, this is it. The Experience: The catamaran itself is incredibly spacious. Even with a full group, it never felt overcrowded, which made for a very comfortable and laid-back atmosphere. The staff were attentive and friendly through the day, ensuring everyone was taken care of. The Amenities: They provided all the gear needed for a great time in the water, including snorkel equipment, floating noodles, and life jackets. Quick note for snorkelers: they provide masks and snorkels, but no fins, so keep that in mind if you have a preference! The Food: The included lunch was wonderful - fresh, flavorful, and the perfect fuel for a day of swimming and fun. Overall It was a seamless, beautiful day out on the water. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area who wants a high-quality, spacious boat experience!

Reviews

4.4

based on 593 reviews

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It was pretty good. Large...

wr5g8rbgxw, Jun 2026

It was pretty good. Large catamaran that can fit a lot of people but not feel overly crowded. Music wasn’t so blaring loud but loud enough to hear it well. Crew was great. Beverages were good. Food was plentiful and very good. Lots of time traveling to the two locations for snorkeling, which is the only bad thing but it’s totally out of their control. I wouldn’t call this a party boat, which to us is good!

An Amazing day relaxing on the water

Shilpa_G, Jun 2026

Perfect for families

Bethzaida_C, Jun 2026

Great experience with the family. The catamaran was amazing enough space for everyone and the food was delicious.

Beautiful sailing with attentive crew

Allison_S, Jun 2026

Wonderful sailing and attentive crew! Sailed to two anchor points to swim/snorkel. Snorkel gear is provided free of charge just requires an ID hold for collateral. Three lunch options: seafood, chicken or vegetarian all with rice, salad and fruit Drinks were very well priced and tasted good. They only accept card or tap and pay on board. Clean bathrooms! Do keep in mind they do not stop and go ashore anywhere this is strictly a sailing trip. We were happy with this as it allows for a much for relaxing slower paced day

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hello! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the sailing experience, our attentive crew, the lunch options, and our onboard amenities like the complimentary snorkel gear and clean facilities. As you perfectly mentioned, our experience is designed strictly as a sailing and anchoring trip on our sail-and-motor vessel, without going ashore. We are so glad this allowed you to enjoy a much more relaxing, slower-paced day on the water, taking in the beautiful scenery and swimming at the anchor points. Thank you also for highlighting our payment methods (card and tap-and-pay only) to help future travelers prepare for their trip! We hope to welcome you on board again soon for another wonderful day at sea. Best regards, The Bona Vida Catamaran Team ⛵🌊

Happy Family

Emily_S, Jun 2026

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Hello! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! At Bona Vida Catamaran, we focus on every detail—from strict punctuality and top-tier maintenance of our sail-and-motor vessel, to an exceptional crew and menu. Knowing your trip was totally worth it is our greatest reward. We hope to welcome you on board again soon! Best regards, The Bona Vida Catamaran Team ⛵🌊

It was wonderful, less of...

Diana_C, May 2026

It was wonderful, less of a party , more of a family trip. The food was good and everybody was nice and helpful.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Hello, thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere on board and appreciated the more relaxed, family-friendly nature of the experience. Our goal is to create an enjoyable environment where guests of all ages can feel comfortable and have a great time together. We’re also happy to know that you enjoyed the food and found our crew friendly and helpful throughout the day. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon! Kind regards, Bona Vida Catamaranes Team

Rosario Islands without Getting off the Boat!

Heidi_M, Mar 2026

Overall, this Rosario Islands excursion was a really fun day on the water—just go in with the right expectations and you’ll enjoy it. First, an important callout: despite the name, you do not stop on any of the islands. We misread that when booking, so just know this is more of a boat day with snorkeling rather than an island-hopping experience. They leave promptly at 8:30 AM, and they mean it—don’t be late or you will miss the boat. The day is well-paced once you’re out there, and the snorkeling is a nice highlight. The ride out is smooth, but the ride back can get pretty choppy. That said, it’s totally manageable—just something to be aware of if you’re sensitive to motion. Lunch was surprisingly very good—definitely exceeded expectations for a boat excursion. And a bonus: the drinks on board are very reasonably priced, so it’s easy to relax, have fun, and fully enjoy the experience. All in all, a great, laid-back day if you’re looking to be out on the water with good food, drinks, and snorkeling—just don’t expect to step foot on the islands themselves.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, thank you very much for your detailed and thoughtful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fun and enjoyable day on the water and that you appreciated the overall pacing of the experience, the snorkeling, and especially the quality of the lunch and onboard service. We also truly appreciate your clarification regarding the nature of the excursion. As you correctly mentioned, our experience is designed as a catamaran day at sea, with stops for swimming and snorkeling in natural areas, rather than an island-hopping or beach-stop tour. Your comment will certainly help future guests better understand what to expect. Thank you as well for highlighting the importance of punctuality — it is indeed essential for the smooth operation of the day. We’re very glad you were able to relax and enjoy the experience, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon! Kind regards,

Excellent day on the catamaran

Photios_T, Mar 2026

Wonderful day spent on the catamaran. The crew were vey helpful and did a great job making our trip fun. Great music, good food, excellent weather, snorkelling and swimming were tops

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great day on board and that our crew helped make the experience fun and memorable. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the music, food, weather, and the time spent swimming and snorkeling. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon for another amazing day at sea! Kind regards, Bona Vida Catamaranes Team

A Perfect Day on the Water!

Angel_R, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re truly delighted to hear that your catamaran excursion to the Rosario Islands was such a highlight of your trip. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the spaciousness of the boat, the relaxed atmosphere on board, and the attention from our crew — we take pride in making sure every guest feels comfortable and well cared for. We’re also happy that you appreciated the equipment provided and the quality of the lunch. Your note about snorkeling gear is very helpful and will certainly be useful for future guests as well. Thank you again for your recommendation — it means a lot to us. We would love to welcome you back on board for another beautiful day at sea! Kind regards, Bona Vida Catamaranes Team

Full on experience.

Luis_H, Mar 2026

This is the excursion you want if you want the full fun experience. The staff is awesome, friendly, and attentive. The Captain always had a smile on his face showing you he loves his job. He was friendly and very easy on the eyes. 😉 I would definitely do this again.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fun experience on board and that our team made a great impression. Our crew truly enjoys what they do, and it’s always rewarding to know that this is felt by our guests. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to the Captain — he’ll be very happy to hear them! 😉 We look forward to welcoming you again for another great day at sea. Kind regards, Bona Vida Catamaranes Team

So so trip

john_m, Mar 2026

The service on the boat was very good, the snorkeling experience was poor. Drinks were good. Lunch was decent. Boat ride was nice. But the snorkeling was very boring

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the service on board, the drinks, the lunch, and the overall boat ride. We are sorry that the snorkeling experience did not meet your expectations. As the activity takes place in natural environments, marine life, visibility, and overall conditions can vary depending on factors beyond our control, which can sometimes affect the experience. We truly appreciate your comments, as they help us continue improving and providing clear expectations to our guests. Kind regards, Bona Vida Catamaranes Team

Simply wow !

Francois_M, Feb 2026

Lounge music, great food, relaxed atmosphere, simply wow. I will do this tour again if I go to Cartagena. We had an amazing day.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. The Bona Vida Team

Not really worth it

Fei_C, Feb 2026

It was an okay experience. The boat was pretty full, so if you are not a fan of crowds, you won't enjoy it much. The two stops and snorkeling were underwhelming. There is nothing to see in the water, and the time in the water is kind of boring. The staff are nice and the lunch was fine. I am not a beach club kind of person, but after this experience, I think I would have preferred to spend a few hours at a beach club instead of being stuck on a boat for most of the day.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, thank you for sharing your feedback. Our excursion is designed as a day sailing experience on a catamaran, where guests can enjoy the scenery of the Rosario Islands, relax on board, and make a couple of stops to swim or snorkel in natural areas. As indicated in the activity description, the experience takes place mainly on board the vessel, which many of our guests appreciate as part of the sailing atmosphere. Regarding marine life, snorkeling conditions can vary depending on natural factors such as weather, currents, and visibility, which are unfortunately beyond our control. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the service from our crew and the lunch on board. Your comments are valuable to us and help future travelers better understand the type of experience we offer.

Only for people able to jump on open water to enjoy a small beach visit and snorkeling

javier_p, Feb 2026

Only for people able to jump into open sea water for snorkeling and beach. Two stops same conditions. Nothing like this was explain in any of the descriptions. My parents are old adults and they were not able to jump into water as half of the other customers, so they spend the whole trip sitting a chair. Boat and food were ok. Snorkeling was not ok. Coral is almost dead and no fishes at all.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the experience did not fully meet your expectations. Our catamaran excursion includes stops in natural anchoring areas where access to the water is directly from the boat, as these locations do not have docks or direct beach access. For this reason, snorkeling is generally recommended for guests who feel comfortable entering the sea from the vessel. This information is included in the activity description so that guests can evaluate whether the experience is suitable for them. Many of our visitors also choose to simply relax on board during the stops and enjoy the scenery, music, drinks, and food service. Regarding the coral and marine life, these are part of a natural ecosystem and conditions may vary depending on environmental factors beyond our control. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving the information we provide to our guests.

Excellent time

Din_B, Feb 2026

Excellent overall. Got to swim to the beach too. My only suggestion is that when the guests are in the water there should be one trained staff member keeping an eye on them in case of accidents.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. The Bona Vida Team

Nice Catamaran, great...

Pablo_P, Feb 2026

Nice Catamaran, great staff! Good food and drinks. Sailing and stops were good. Snorkeling was Ok as there is limited coral and fish life. Swimming stop was nice though. This is NOT a party boat which is great of younare looking for a scenic, peaceful and family / friendly sail trip.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. The Bona Vida Team

Beautiful boat ride, great way to spend a day, after a couple of days of touring very warm Cartegna

Theodore_K, Jan 2026

Cartagena is very warm. So a day out on the water is a perfect way to take a break from the heat. Very large boat, plenty of room for everyone.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. The Bona Vida Team

Rosario Islands with kids

Garren_T, Jan 2026

The boat and crew were great. The vessel was full, and the trip was more about the sailing. We spend just over an hour off of the boat between snorkeling and swimming, and did not visit any islands.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

The boat ride out to the...

Anonymous, Dec 2025

The boat ride out to the ocean was fun and engaging. The food was plentiful with different options to make a selection. The kids enjoyed their first snorkeling and jet ski experiences. The refreshing watermelon juice was also very savory.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

Great trip!

Humaira_G, Dec 2025

We had a fabulous time. They were super professional. The food was delicious. I highly recommend this trip,

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

Worth the $$

Afshin_R, Dec 2025

Wonderful trip and staff. Good food. Coming back in the afternoon the sea gets a bit choppy so plan ahead

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

The catamaran was really...

Shanice_R, Dec 2025

The catamaran was really clean and the staff was so nice. I only wish we got to actually go on the islands mentioned.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

Great experience

Justin_R, Dec 2025

The vibes were immaculate! Great music selection, the vessel was modern and beautiful, clean restrooms, I loved that it didn’t feel crowded and the staff was nice, the food was alright nothing to rave about, they should offer an option with open bar

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello Justin, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

Perfect boat day

Hannah_S, Dec 2025

This was a good experience to do when in Cartagena! I had heard a lot about the Rosario islands and from people I know had said not to do too many stops, and to get a good boat (theirs was way too small) which is the reason I went with this tour. I loved that it was a catamaran boat which helped with the rockiness and the relaxation (the nets were incredible) and we did only two stops which helped make it not too long and dragged out. Lunch was good nothing special but filled you up, and drinks weren’t included but not the end of the world. This was fun and relaxing but not a rowdy boat, there’s music and such but it’s not crazy party so if that’s what you’re looking for this probably isn’t a top option. But if you want a tour that isn’t too overwhelming, relaxing and still a fun experience and time I would definitely recommend!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hello Hannah, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

We had a really good time...

Denis_I, Dec 2025

We had a really good time sailing to the Rosario Islands with Bona Vida, in spite of some sub-optimal conditions. The catamaran was very comfortable even in somewhat choppy seas, and we were very glad not to be on a little speedboat getting bounced around. The food and drinks were good, and we had a good time swimming off the boat, especially in the afternoon when the weather cleared up. The coral in those spots is not in good shape, but there were fish and some things to see. All in all, while the snorkeling was only okay, everything else about the trip was excellent. If you go into it to enjoy swimming and sailing in beautiful spots, this tour delivers a great experience.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hello Denis, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

This was an excellent...

Eli_B, Nov 2025

This was an excellent experience, the boat was very nice (even with rougher waters it was not too crazy and my partner who often gets seasick was fine) and the crew was wonderful. The food was also well above expectations! We loved snorkeling and then sunbathing on the netting at the second stop. Would go again in a heartbeat.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hello Eli, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

Good

Mathieu_D, Oct 2025

The experience was nice, the snorkeling was nice but we didn’t see much, the food was good. The only down side was the staff on board. They didn’t seem happy to be there, they did not smile and we felt like they were annoyed when we would ask simple things like a drink which was included. Overall the experience was good but don’t go for the vibe, go for the activity itself.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Hello, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

The catamaran ride was a...

Kim_L, Oct 2025

The catamaran ride was a lot of fun. Despite some weather, it was still very enjoyable. Enjoyed the first stop with the calm sea. The second stop had more current, which was not as enjoyable. Would recommend this experience.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Hello Kim, We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

Great and relaxing.

Jasmin_D, Oct 2025

We departed almost on time from gate 3. The ride was really smooth! As soon as we left the port, we had watermelon juice and some snacks. Everything was good. Including the lunch as well. We ate as much as we wanted and had plenty. Snorkeling gear was great too. The second time we stopped was ok. It's not a great place to do snorkeling. But, as the tour was coming to an end, the waiters stopped being nice. No more smiles. They gave us attitude because we didn't ordered any alcohol. So we didn't left tip. 4 stars for that hiccup! Otherwise, I really recommend if you want a smooth and relaxing day.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Hello , We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team

Birthday Celebration island hopping

SAMANTHA_B, Sep 2025

From the beginning the tour was lively, fun and the music was great. The catamaran was spacious, with more than enough room to move about. The crew was kind and courteous and made our time on the water safe and entertaining. The snorkeling was cool, I didn’t see many fish or marine life but other guest did. I recommend this tour 10000x.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Hello , We sincerely appreciate your review and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to having you aboard again. Yours sincerely, The Bona Vida Team