Mountain Biking, Off the beaten Path in Tierra Bomba
- 4–7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Designed for those seeking adventure, movement and discovery, this mountain biking experience takes you beyond the city into the authentic island landscapes of Tierra Bomba, just 15 minutes from Cartagena. This journey blends sport, history, culture and nature into one dynamic island experience. The ride combines adrenaline and exploration as we navigate rustic trails, natural vegetation, varying elevations and secluded beaches. After approximately two hours of riding, we reach Fuerte de San Ángel, where a local guide welcomes us with fresh coconut water and shares stories about this place and Cartagena’s early history. We continue toward Bocachica to visit the impressive Fuerte de San Fernando, a key landmark in the city’s colonial defence system and a setting tied to pirate lore and maritime conquest. The experience concludes with a seaside lunch prepared by local chefs specialising in balanced, nourishing cuisine, a moment to relax before returning by boat to Cartagena.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private Boat Transfer to Tierra Bomba
- High-Quality Mountain Bike & Safety Gear
- Photo Opportunities
- Professional Guide & Local Experts
- Refreshing Drinks & Snack Stops
What's not
- Tips
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Itinerary
Tierra Bomba is the closest island to Cartagena de Indias’ old village. With four Afro-Colombian native fishing villages, the place is still very alive and interesting for the fortresses that the Spanish built during colonial times to defend the city’s entrance to the bay and access to it. Enjoy discovering important places in the village of bocachica and bike through the forest to encounter a XVII military fortress where canons were fired to defend the city against pirates.
Explore 400-Year-Old Fortresses – Visit the island’s ancient fortifications, including Batería del Ángel San Rafael and San Fernando de Bocachica, key military structures that once defended Cartagena from pirate invasions.
The Angel San Rafael Battery is an amazing fortification that you will enjoy because of the location is just right in the top of the mountain, strategically made to defense the Island with a 360° view. "It's the only exponent in the world of inside defense"
We will take our boat from Bocagrande Beach to Tierra Bomba Island for our adventure journey!
We'll finalize our journey by dropping off the bikes in Getsemaní, so we'll take advantage and explore the vibrant streets of this trendy neighbourhood.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Cartagena Concierge
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
How it compares in Cartagena
- Its from-price is 155% above the median of the 316 day trips we list in Cartagena.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 165 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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