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The 10 most popular snorkeling in Cartagena. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Five Rosario Islands stops from Cartagena, with forts, lunch, and optional snorkeling. Pick VIP, ECO, or PARTY for your pace.
“Sebastian; Juan y Mateo were very nice we had a great trip from beginning to end i totally recommend”
Catamaran from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands with lunch and snorkeling, two reef stops, and soft drinks included.
“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.”
Speedboat to Rosario Islands with snorkeling or Oceanario, then Playa Blanca beach club on Barú with lunch. Great Cartagena day trip.
“We had an Incredible time and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a day out on the ocean/beach! The guides were attentive and informative from the moment we arrived and they did an amazing job. The snorkeling spot was amazing and the time spent at the beach was perfect. Can’t say enough good things…”
Cartagena speedboat to the Rosario Islands: 5 stops, snorkeling, lunch at a private beach club, fish tasting, and glowing plankton at night.
“Brilliant tour. Boat was fun! The bioluminescence plankton was so cool, a must if you do this trip. The food was nice. The only thing we weren't too keen on was Cholon island. It was really busy, party place (maybe this is what you're after) standing in the water that just felt dirty. But other…”
5 islands from Cartagena with Rosario snorkeling, Barú lunch, photo stops, and optional Oceanarium. Hotel pickup included.
“Our party arrived on time at 7:30 AM and waited over an hour for departure. Proper snorkeling gear not provided - bring your own. Cheap speaker on boat. Lunch venue over charged and servers gave themselves an unauthorized tip. Pay in cash to avoid this surprise. Guides shamed guests into giving tips. Very little communication…”
A 5.5-hour Cartagena island day with a sunken-plane snorkeling stop, private lunch, party-time at Cholón, and a calm Barú beach.
“After lot of research we settled on this tour. Sadly this has been the low point of entire stay in Cartagena. Anyone used to high quality tours, this is not going to meet the expectation. The summary is as follow 1. Picked up from the hotel late - 30 min past the time 2. Drove…”
Cartagena’s Rosario Islands cruise combines snorkeling, an island lunch, and a night plankton light show, starting from Bocagrande early.
“A little confusing with the added plankton activity; I should’ve known better that the bus would make me arrive late back to Cartagena for my flight. I would’ve liked a little more explanation in English but the guide mostly spoke Spanish once the rest of the English speakers left”
5 islands from Cartagena with fruit and lemonade, guided snorkeling on Isla Grande, a party stop at Cholon, and beach time at Barú. From $90.
“Milton and crew were AWESOME host. We went on the tour on September 21, 2024. He guided us throughout tour, provided us with insights of the culture and history. We visited all 5 islands and I recommend if you go ask for Milton as tour guide... the tour will take up the entire day...”
Cartagena’s 5-Island Rosary tour with snorkeling gear, Kokomo and Baru stops, plankton, lunch, and a small-group boat day.
“The overall tour was good. The ride to the island and the amazing landscape was everything. The only not pleasant experience was the last activity; plankton and the lunch, where the guide who explained the experience said, that even those who cannot swim can go, and that it was not deep to jump in. We…”
Private boat day trip from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands with snorkeling, a private beach club, and Cholón festival vibes for up to 6.
“I booked this excursion via Viator and my Helpdesk guide Fernando was extremely helpful. We had a rather large group and since it was a birthday celebration I wanted to modify the give itinerary. Fernando assisted with the coordination for access to the Bora Bora beach club and reserved a VIP Section for my group.…”
