5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Overview
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Choose your perfect island adventure. Our full-day SNORKEL TOUR (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) offers sightseeing at Bocachica Fort and Pablo Escobar’s estate, followed by three 1.5 hour stops at Marina Island, Grande Island (for snorkeling and lunch), and Rosario Island; select the LEISURE TOUR option to opt-out of snorkeling. For a more lively experience, the full-day PARTY TOUR (8:30 AM – 4:00 PM) includes the same sightseeing stops but features 1.5 hour stops at Baru Island, Grande Island (for lunch), and Cholon Island. (Please note: Cholon is famously loud, crowded, and overpriced; select this tour ONLY if you are carefree and want to party.) Finally, our VIP TOUR (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) via comfort speedboat features the same sightseeing stops, a snorkeling session, and three premium stops at Islabela (1.5 hrs), a private beach club (1.5 hrs) and an award-winning Island resort for lunch (1.5 hrs).
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
NOTES: A port tax must be paid by each person at the pier on day of activity. Be prepared if there's a rainy forecast. Swim attire is mandatory. Leisure, Snorkel & Party tickets travel on SHUTTLE BOATS, while VIP tickets on COMFORT SPEEDBOATS. Leisure & Party tickets DO NOT do snorkel. Public islands like Cholon and Baru are unmaintained, loud, and crowded with vendors — choose the Party option carefully. We reserve the right to modify itinerary due to weather. We do not provide pickups or drop offs.
By proceeding, you agree to our Terms & Conditions (found on our website). You confirm that you are responsible for securing your own travel insurance and fully release the company from all liability regarding accidents, injuries, or medical costs. Guests must independently arrange transportation to/from the meeting point and assume sole responsibility for alcohol consumption, situational awareness, and conduct, accepting full financial liability for any resulting damages or fines. The company is also not liable for the actions of other participants or third parties. Note: Speedboat rides can be bumpy due to open sea conditions, making it not suitable for infants, pregnant women, or those with back, heart, or mobility issues; participation is at your own risk. Finally, engaging in unauthorized activities with third-party island vendors violates safety protocols and constitutes a voluntary withdrawal from the tour and forfeiting further service.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch (Fish, Chicken, or Veggie On-Site Options)
Premium Island Visits (VIP Tour)
Bilingual Tour Guide
Island Stops with Access to Beds & Parasols
Fish Habitat Snorkeling with Mask & Tube (Snorkel & VIP Tour)
Shuttle Boat Transport (Snorkel, Leisure, & Party Tours)
Cholon Island - Loud, Crowded, & Vendors (Choose Wisely) (Party Tour)
Comfort Speedboat Transport (VIP Tour)
Tourist Port Tax
What To Expect
Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica
All 4 tours (VIP, SNORKEL, LEISURE, & PARTY) will have a sightseeing stop from the boat at this fort on Tierra Bomba to take pictures and learn about its historical significance.
Isla Baru
The Party tour will have their first stop at a beach club in Baru or Grande Island. Baru is excluded from the other tours due to its crowded, vendor-heavy environment, which isn’t ideal for a family-friendly or premium experience. NOTE: Public islands like Cholon and Baru are unmaintained, loud, and crowded with vendors. Choose the Party option carefully.
Options
Leisure Tour
Relaxing: 2 sightseeing stops from the boat & 3 in-person island stops. Lunch, no snorkel, & shuttle boat transport (see images).
Starting point:
Monumento Santander, Centro, Cartagena, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia
VIP Tour
Premium: 2 sightseeing stops from the boat & 3 in-person PREMIUM island stops. Lunch, snorkel, & comfort speedboat (see images).
Starting point:
Muelle de la Bodeguita - Puerta 3, Av. Blas de Lezo, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
Snorkel Tour
Ecological: 2 sightseeing stops from the boat & 3 in-person island stops. Lunch, snorkel, & shuttle boat transport (see images).
Starting point:
Monumento Santander, Centro, Cartagena, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia
Party Tour (Adults)
Upbeat (Note: Choose Wisely): 2 sightseeing stops from the boat & 3 in-person island stops. Lunch, no snorkel, & shuttle boat transport (see images).
Starting point:
Monumento Santander, Centro, Cartagena, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia
Reviews
793 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
BOAT TOUR WITH GIGI🩷
Explorer697492,
Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an incredible time, and my host was truly great. Gigi is so personable! The trip was the perfect mix of relaxation, adventure, and stunning views. Jessie was amazing too!
Grwat
R5891SQsiobhanm,
Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience was really enjoyable the lunch was lovely and it was a good variety of stops and info would recommend to anyone
Nice beaches
M184UAchrisc,
Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Miguel was a great guide! Cartagena beaches were wonderful. Seas were rough but we made it through safely and had a good time.
Great experience!
Donnell D,
Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very great experience! Loved all of the island stops, drinks, food, and the group. Wouldn’t have went anywhere else. Thank you!
Sebastian; Juan y Mateo...
Gloria m,
Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sebastian; Juan y Mateo were very nice we had a great trip from beginning to end i totally recommend
The best experience
mar aluc ao903,
Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All the experience was super, Miguel and Charlotte were super friendly and attentive, lots of quiet and the places were amazing, super recommended
Island hopping
Ronnie L,
Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was everything I was expecting. Catherine and Miguel made the day go to plan The weather was very good so that helped make the day go well too
Very complete and entertaining day
J M,
Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spectacular, over 8 hours enjoying the guides Charlotte and Miguel! We did not lack anything.. animation, free time and a very complete day with more than 8 hours entertaining
Never ever again. Utter disorganization
Kevin K,
Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00No longer using Viator and not referring clients to them. Complete lack of support for a serious safety issue with Cococartagena. Starts with total chaos trying to find where to check in at the docks. No clear communication or direction provided prior. Boat broke down towards last stop. Instead of calling operations at Cartagena to alert and request a back up boat right then, they putted the to boat to a separate dock away from the resort to attempt repairs, thinking we all didn’t know what was happening. We were supposed to have two more site seeing only stops , one being Pablo Escobar’s home which never happened. We were supposed to leave at 3:40pm, at 4:15, they finally said a small delay. This turned into a delay till 6:15/6:30. Mind you after sunset. They called to Cartagena once it was too late to send another boat to us, an hour and 15 mins away. The boat finally arrived— we had to shine our lights on our phones so it could see us. We left at 6:30 in the pitch dark in rough seas back. We arrived 2 1/2 hours late. Thank God. Did we see some great laces yes. No communication. Complete lack of safety. Owner met us at dock- compensation was vouchers for drinks at local bars - and offered to our minor child. Filed claim and was immediately denied as coco says we shouldn’t have a financial hardship Doe something out of our control. It was completely in their control and their lack of communication was unacceptable- and the rough seas in a speed boat ( we are vip speed boat) in pitch black was insane. They did nothing to assure everyone’s safety and when people got upset and questioned this, they were met with rude replies. Viator did nothing to stand by us with years of booking through them as well. Do not ever use Coco and bye bye Viator. Have. Fun with our charge back.
Amazing must do in Cartagena
A7577PJdaved,
Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was amazing. The boat ride was not bumpy and very comfortable. He gave us tips with what to buy and what the place was famous for. The beaches were beautiful. Miguel the tour guide is a must have.
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