
Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included
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September 2026
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4.3/5
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Is Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included worth booking?
Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included is a 14-hour experience in Cartagena, Colombia, from $110 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (9)
- Duration
- 14 hours
- From
- $110 per person
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 culmin
What you get
- Snorkeling in the Big Island.
- Travel insurance
- Use of facilities at Mambo beach
- Visit to private island
- $30,000 COP voucher for lunch (Different options)
- Sports boat transportation with music
About this experience
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 .
What's included
Included
- Snorkeling in the Big Island.
- Travel insurance
- Use of facilities at Mambo beach
- Visit to private island
- $30,000 COP voucher for lunch (Different options)
- Sports boat transportation with music
- Bilingual Coordinator
- plankton activity
- Panoramic view of the Bocachica Fort.
- Snacks
- Sunset on Isla Barú
- Visit to Isla Barú to the exclusive Beach Club Mambo
Not included
- Unspecified services
- Dock tax
What you'll see and do
Cartagena
Departure from the Pegasus dock, a dock decorated with statues of pegasus are a pair of Horses Next to the Cartagena La Bodeguita Boarding Dock, a member of the team will be waiting for you, please be there at 8:00 a.m. We leave at 8:30 am.
40 minutes here
Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica
FIRST PANORAMIC STOP; The sighting of the forts of Bocachica, constitute a historical and architectural heritage of the city of Cartagena de las Indias. Located on the banks of the channel to which it owes its name, Bocachica is one of the most recognized places on the island of Tierra Bomba, thanks to its great historical and cultural value for the city and the region. Here are located the San José de Bocachica Fort and the San Gabriel Ángeles Battery, which together with the San Fernando Fort protected the city from attacks by pirates and enemy troops during colonial times, making it the epicenter of epic battles that they put the military ingenuity of the Spanish to the test.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Isla Grande
THE SECOND STOP is in a natural pool on Isla de Grande, where you will do scuba diving, which consists of swimming underwater with a transparent plastic mask and a breathing tube (snorkeling equipment). You can observe marine life in coral reefs by simply floating upside down on the surface or you can go underwater and swim with the fish. you will have the opportunity to observe marine life.
60 minutes here
Isla Grande
THIRD STOP We will visit a private island, where we will rest, sunbathe on loungers and enjoy the turquoise blue sea. Accompanied by a shrimp cocktail or lemonade as you prefer.
60 minutes here
Playa Blanca
FOURTH STOP: Playa Blanca Famous for its white beaches and turquoise waters. It is the only public beach, where you can spend time in a sun lounger or Balinese beds, you can explore the beautiful crystal clear waters. Lunch is a $30,000 bonus that you must redeem for the options we have on our menu. You can use the boohíos, camastros, bathroom and social areas at no extra cost.
420 minutes here · Admission included
Baru
FIFTH STOP: On the white beach you will wait for dusk We will take you in the company of native islanders in a boat to see The plankton is a set of organisms that float and drift in suspension in fresh or salt water. when shaken, they produce a bright light as if it were a star or diamond.
45 minutes here
Cartagena
return to the city
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cartagena
Reservation details will be sent the day before.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Reservation details will be sent the day before.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Nexxt Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 14 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- 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
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cartagena.
How much does Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included cost?
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Prices start at $110 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 Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included take?
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Plan for about 14 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 Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cartagena, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 14-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included?
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Around 3 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 14-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Cartagena Tour of 5 Islands with Plankton Included 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 Street Food Tour: 10 Local Tastings in the Walled City, Historic Center & Getsemaní Shared Tour in Cartagena, Cartagena Cooking Class with Local Chef (Small Group Experience). 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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