Full Day 5 Best Rosario Islands Spots Make Friends & do Snorkel

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Itinerary

1. Start your tour by escaping the city hustle to discover a tropical oasis just minutes by speedboat from Cartagena. Your first stop is Marine Beach Club & Hotel, located on the beautiful Punta Arenas Beach. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink before unwinding in relaxing lounge areas cooled by the ocean breeze. If you'd like to power up your morning, you'll have the option to order a delicious local breakfast from the à la carte menu. The perfect spot to kick off your day to the rhythm of the Caribbean.

   45 min

2. Next, we sail toward Bocachica Island for a scenic panoramic view of the historic Fort San Fernando. As we admire its imposing stone architecture from the water, your guide will share the fascinating secrets behind its construction and the brilliant military strategy that protected Cartagena from pirate attacks. We’ll spend 10 minutes taking photos and immersing ourselves in the rich history of this legendary coastal fortress.

   20 min

3. We continue the adventure toward the stunning Corales del Rosario National Natural Park. First, enjoy a fascinating scenic boat ride taking in the archipelago and its incredible marine ecosystem. Then, dive in for a snorkeling session in clear, shallow waters, where you can admire the rich biodiversity of coral reefs and colorful fish. The snorkeling activity lasts between 20 to 30 minutes, tailored to each participant's pace and stamina to ensure a comfortable and safe experience.

   1.3 h

4. We’ll visit Encantada Beach, a charming spot located near the heart of Orika, the native village of Isla Grande. This location offers a true taste of the traditional island environment. For lunch, you can choose from three delicious set options. If you're looking to dive deeper into the local flavors, we provide a $30,000 COP credit that you can apply toward any dish on the menu, giving you the freedom to customize your Caribbean dining experience.

   1.5 h

5. Get ready for the most electric experience of your trip! Cholón is not just a destination; it’s a phenomenon. Upon arrival, you will enter a bay where dozens of yachts and boats gather to create the largest floating dance floor in the Caribbean. It is the ultimate spot for those looking to socialize, enjoy high-energy music, and immerse themselves in an unparalleled celebration surrounded by crystal-clear waters and pure island energy.

   1 h

6. Get ready for the most electric experience of your trip! Cholón is not just a destination; it’s a phenomenon. Upon arrival, you will enter a bay where dozens of yachts and boats gather to create the largest floating dance floor in the Caribbean. It is the ultimate spot for those looking to socialize, enjoy high-energy music, and immerse themselves in an unparalleled celebration surrounded by crystal-clear waters and pure island energy.

   1 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 251 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Fun way to visit the white sand beaches and snorkel

  Had an excellent time on this island tour and snorkeling adventure. We traveled safely by speedboat, stopped to learn about two of the islands and then our first excursion was snorkeling in the blue ( pretty shallow) water. Snorkeling gear was provided and seeing the colorful fish easily was one of my favorite parts of the trip. We visited two more islands with beach access, chairs and sun beds and lunch included. The tour guide Franklin and two captains were great. Be prepared to climb in and out of the boat several times, Would highly recommend.

  Kenya_WJuly 2026via Viator

• 5Full Day of Fun

  Our tour guide made us feel like we knew her forever. Ana was the absolute best. She was very great professional fun funny got us together nice and orderly. I would recommend as well as come again.

  carolfW3295YGJune 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Ask for Milton

  My guide milton was a 10/10!!!!! He made the experience so much more fun

  752rorApril 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Franklin (not Benjamin) was an fantastic tour guide. Bilingual and very good with people. He made the experience fun and welcomi

  Franklin was an amazing and fun guide. He was a great person yo have as a guide. He made us feel welcomed and comfortable.

  Diana SApril 2026via Tripadvisor

• 2Not worth it

  Unfortunately the distance are long and speed boat very uncomfortable. Paying for getting into the port is ridiculous. 10 dollars .

  J LMarch 2026via Tripadvisor

• 1Terrible Experience

  Really terrible rip-off of an experience. Staff were rude, party island was very crowded and dirty, one friend waited for 1.5 hours to receive her lunch, another friend was chased down and we waited 20 minutes to leave as they made her pay for her lunch a 2nd time. Islands visited weren’t as promised and none were nice. Don’t make the mistake of booking this tour!

  Culture17796389164March 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Cartagena

• Its from-price is 11% above the median of the 316 day trips we list in Cartagena.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 18 of 316.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cartagena

Cartagena, on Colombia's Caribbean coast, is a walled colonial port of flower-draped balconies, colourful plazas and warm, music-filled evenings.

The walled old city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a maze of cobbled streets and squares lined with pastel houses, churches and bougainvillea. The Clock Tower gate leads into Plaza de los Coches, and the cathedral, the Church of San Pedro Claver and the Palace of the Inquisition are all within a few blocks. Walking the thick ramparts at sunset is a local ritual.

Top-ranked sights in Cartagena: Rosario Islands (Islas del Rosario), Old Town Cartagena, Santo Domingo Church (Iglesia de Santo Domingo).

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