5 Stop Boat Tour Rosario Islands with Lunch, Forts, & Snorkeling
Overview
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Choose your perfect island adventure. Our full-day ECO 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. Our VIP TOUR (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) via comfort speedboat features the same sightseeing stops and snorkeling session, but with three premium island stops at Islabela island (1.5 hrs), a private beach club (1.5 hrs) and an award-winning Island resort for lunch (1.5 hrs). For a more lively experience, the full-day PARTY TOUR (8:30 AM – 4:30 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).
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. Ecological & Party tickets travel on SHUTTLE BOATS, while VIP tickets on COMFORT SPEEDBOATS. The Party tour DOES 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 To Expect
Fuerte de San Fernando de Bocachica
All 3 tours (VIP, ECO, & PARTY) will have a sightseeing stop from the boat at this fort on Tierra Bomba to take pictures and learn about its historical significance in regards to naval & pirate battles.
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.
What‘s Included
Lunch (Fish, Chicken, or Veggie On-Site Options)
Premium Island Visits (VIP Tour)
Shuttle Boat Transport (Eco & Party Tour)
Bilingual Tour Guide
Island Stops with Access to Beds & Parasols
Cholon Island - Loud, Crowded, & Vendors (Choose Wisely) (Party Tour)
Comfort Speedboat Transport (VIP Tour)
Fish Habitat Snorkeling with Mask & Tube (Eco & VIP Tour)
Tourist Port Tax
Options
Eco Tour (Family Friendly)
Nature: 2 sightseeing stops from the boat & 3 in-person island stops. Lunch, snorkel, & shuttle boat transport (see images).
Starting point:
Monumento Santander, Centro, Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia
VIP Tour (Family Friendly)
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, Bolívar, 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, Bolivar, Colombia
Reviews
1,012 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I would not recommend this tour unless you like to get waterboarded and miserable. Don't sit in the back of small boat.
Mun W,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The Viator tour description stated 830am. We arrived to meeting place and sat for some time. Did not actually leave until about 915am. We landed at a hotel resort on an island. Was allowed to use the pool and menu services. That hotel was adequate. Next stop was snorkeling. The coral reef area was mostly dead corals. I did see some fish, but overall sad to see the state of the reef area. Not much time was given for snorkeling. The entire point of 3 of us booking this more expensive tour was because it offered snorkeling. Could have skipped it completely and paid for cheaper tour. Next stop was another island for lunch. That was ok as well. Due to weather, we were told we needed to leave to head back to mainland. On the way back, the water was extremely choppy. We were sitting in the back of the boat and getting buckets of water dumped onto us. It was like getting WATER BOARDED. It was pretty horrible. My travel friend is 73 years old. She was having a miserable time dealing with that. Other passengers on the boat were not getting wet at all! The tour leader should have seen what was going on with us and asked other younger people to switch seats with us. The guide paid no attention to us at all. Never asked if we were ok. We were NOT ok!!! We visited 2 out of "5" of the islands. For $80 trip, not even a bottle of water or towel was offered. Nothing. This trip was not worth the money. Tour only interested in getting you out and getting you back. Very little customer service or empathy for passengers.
Go Go GO
hortadaniela,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There was a bit of confusion and stress in the beginning of the tour- but once we all got sorted out in the boats it was smooth sailing from there ☺️ Our guide Charlotte was excellent- funny, welcoming and lively. The lunch was delicious and the stops very beautiful.
Chill and sunny trip to the Islands
anastasiatE4003UC,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a perfekt trip to get away from Cartagena and get a taste of the Risario Islands. Our guide Charlotte was the best! Funny, charming and attentive. All guides spoke very good English. The trip was chill, had a good variety and a nice pace.
Great day at Rosario Islands
B3009ICjeremyr,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing trip to the Rosario Islands from Cartagena, and it was all thanks to our wonderful tour guide, Charlotte! She was organized, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable, making the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. The islands were absolutely stunning — crystal-clear turquoise water and beautiful beaches — and Charlotte made sure we saw the best spots while sharing interesting insights along the way. If you’re visiting Cartagena, we highly recommend touring the Rosario Islands with Charlotte. She truly made our day unforgettable! 🌴☀️
Memorable Island Tour Cartagena
SivaCN,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very relaxing and enjoyable boat ride. Islands were best to take a swim. Thanks to Charlotte/ Charlie she is a amazing tour guide explaining the history of cartagena. Overall a fun trip
Great Rosario Islands experience
youssefz806,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was amazing. Charlie was so friendly and kind. I did enjoy it and recommend it to anyone who wants to try the Rosario Island experience in Cartagena. Btw, if you want to play volleyball choose Charlie in your team, she’s a good player :)
Daytrip to paradise
H4658ZJjohannav,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The VIP tour was very nice, good stops, fun snorkelling, good lunch and a yummy drink included. Charlotte was a great guide! ☀️
Sun, swim and Relax!
Kimberly G,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun in the sun and lots of time to relax. Each island was very beautiful. Especially loved the fruity cocktails you could order at the different beaches. Edwin was excellent as our guide!
Lovely beach day!
851selenev,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely lovely time, nice snorkeling and we stopped at some very nice resorts to enjoy the beach. I would definitely do this tour again. Gigi was an excellent guide! My only feedback would be to have some water and drinks on the boat and maybe a snack since lunch was only at ~1:45.
Nice!!
H2225OYflaviac,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had so much fun. We saw a lot of beautiful places and all the planning was perfect. Our tour guide Gigi was amazing!
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