
Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands worth booking?
Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands is a 6.5-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $1599 per person. It scores 36 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 36 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- From
- $1599 per person
Escape the crowds with a private boat day trip from Cartagena to the beautiful Rosario Islands. Enjoy a snorkeling stop at a clear-water reef near Isla Grande, where all gear is provided. Spend your afternoon relaxing at
What you get
About this experience
Escape the crowds with a private boat day trip from Cartagena to the beautiful Rosario Islands. Enjoy a snorkeling stop at a clear-water reef near Isla Grande, where all gear is provided. Spend your afternoon relaxing at a beach club with options for swimming and lounging on the sand. With a bilingual guide on board to ensure a seamless experience, this trip is tailored for groups of up to 12 guests seeking a more personalized adventure. Enjoy complimentary drinks and a cooler stocked with refreshments as you cruise through the Caribbean waters. - Duration: Approximately 6.5 hours - Private boat for your group, ensuring no strangers - Includes snorkeling gear and a bilingual guide - Departure from Muelle de la Bodeguita at 9 AM
What's included
Included
- Snorkel gear
- Captain, co-pilot and bilingual guide
- Water, beer and soda on board
- Waterproof bags
- Cooler with ice
- Private 34ft boat for your group
- Life jackets on board
Not included
- National park entrance fee, approximately $7 USD per person, paid locally in cash at the checkpoint
- Gratuities
- Beach club minimum consumption (approximately USD 27 per person; applies toward food and drinks)
- Some beach clubs may charge an additional cover fee (approximately USD 14 per person)
- Lunch
- Optional aquarium visit
What you'll see and do
Board your private boat at Muelle de la Bodeguita in Cartagena. Meet your captain, co-pilot, and bilingual guide, then receive a short safety briefing before departure.
30 minutes here
Islas de Rosario
Cruise from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands and stop near Isla Grande for snorkeling at a clear-water reef. Snorkel gear is provided. This stop is weather-dependent.
90 minutes here
Isla Grande
Spend the afternoon at a beach club in the Rosario Islands. Swim, relax, enjoy lunch, and free time before cruising back to Cartagena.
180 minutes here
Cruise back to Cartagena. The tour usually returns around 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM due to afternoon sea conditions.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cartagena
Meet at Muelle de la Bodeguita, Avenida Blas de Lezo, in front of Cartagena’s walled city near the Clock Tower. Exact gate and Google Maps pin are sent after confirmation. Please arrive 30 minutes before departure and look for your bilingual guide at the confirmed gate.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet at Muelle de la Bodeguita, Avenida Blas de Lezo, in front of Cartagena’s walled city near the Clock Tower. Exact gate and Google Maps pin are sent after confirmation. Please arrive 30 minutes before departure and look for your bilingual guide at the confirmed gate.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Boat Trips Club
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great & awesome
The plan was fantastic, great, excellent service, a very good team that assisted me
Response from the operator: ¡Muchas gracias por su hermoso comentario! Nos alegra saber que el plan fue fantástico y que recibió una excelente atención. Es maravilloso saber que nuestro equipo hizo que la experiencia en Rosario Islands fuera tan especial. Esperamos recibirle nuevamente pronto. — Boat Trips Club Team
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Boat Trips Club, who run 111 experiences we rank across 15 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.7.
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Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.
How much does Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands cost?
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Prices start at $1599 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cartagena usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands take?
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Plan for about 6.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cartagena is not rushed.
Is Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 36 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cartagena can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cartagena and add a light layer if any part of the 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cartagena Private Boat Day to Rosario Islands start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cartagena within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cartagena?
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On Outty we rank every Cartagena experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cartagena Antigua & Barrio Getsemani group with audio system, Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena VIP Boat Tour: Rosario Islands & Snorkel. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cartagena?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cartagena?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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