Cartagena: 40-Foot Catamaran Overnight in Rosario Islands

Anchor overnight in the Rosario Islands on your own catamaran

You get private transport from Cartagena, a full day and night aboard a 40-foot catamaran anchored in the Rosario Islands, meals, bottled water, and the boat's air conditioning. The catamaran is yours alone, so you set the rhythm: swim, eat, sleep on the water, and return to Cartagena the next morning without arranging any of the logistics yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran trip and overnight stay

• Depart from Cartagena
• Explore Rosario Islands
• Enjoy water sports (optional)
• Have delicious meals onboard
• Sleep overnight on catamaran

The experience

You sleep on the water. That's the thing that changes everything about this trip, not a hotel room with a view of the islands, but the islands surrounding you while you're in bed, the boat rocking gently, the Caribbean wind coming through at night. The 40-foot catamaran leaves Cartagena with private transport arranged from your hotel, and by afternoon you're anchored in the Rosario Islands, which sit about an hour offshore. The water here is the kind of clear that makes you doubt what you're seeing.

The day moves slowly. You swim when you want, eat when the crew brings food out, watch the light change on the water. Water sports aren't included in the plan, but the catamaran sits still long enough that you can float, snorkel off the side, or just lie on deck and let the Caribbean do its work. There's bottled water and meals, and the boat has air conditioning if the heat gets to you, though most people stay outside. You're not packed in with strangers. This is a private rental, so it's your group, your pace, your anchoring spot.

When the sun drops, you're still out there. The islands fade into silhouettes, the water turns dark, and the sky opens up in a way it doesn't from land. You sleep with that view, wake up to it. The return to Cartagena happens the next morning, and the same private transport picks you up from the dock and takes you back to your hotel. It's not a tour where someone tells you what to see. It's a night where you decide what matters.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your Cartagena hotel to the dock and back.
• overnight use of the 40-foot catamaran anchored in the Rosario Islands.
• meals during your stay.
• bottled water.
• air-conditioned cabin access.

Options for this experience

2 options

4 hours in Cartagena BayUp to 15 per booking · Guide in Spanish · No fixed timeDuration: 4 hours. Pickup is included.

24 hours in the Rosario IslandsUp to 10 per booking · Guide in Spanish · No fixed timeSnorkel equipment: The boat provides snorkel gear so guests can swim and discover the remarkable marine life of the area. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sendatu Travelling Experiences

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full night on the Caribbean without managing transport, meals, or boat logistics. The private rental means you're not sharing the boat or the schedule with anyone else, and everything from pickup to return is arranged for you.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far are the Rosario Islands from Cartagena?

About an hour by boat from the city center.

What's included in the overnight catamaran rental?

Private transport from your hotel, meals, bottled water, and use of the air-conditioned catamaran. Water sports are not included.

Do I need experience sailing or can anyone do this?

The catamaran is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You're a passenger on a private rental, not responsible for operating the boat.

Can I do water activities like snorkeling?

You can swim and snorkel off the boat. Organized water sports activities are available but cost extra and aren't part of the rental.

Is transport from my hotel included?

Yes, private transportation from your Cartagena hotel is included in the package.

How many people can the catamaran hold?

It's a 40-foot catamaran rented privately, so capacity depends on your group size. Contact the operator for specifics on your party.

What if I get seasick?

The boat is anchored overnight rather than moving constantly, which reduces motion. The air conditioning and open deck space help most travelers feel comfortable.

Are meals included, and what kind of food is served?

Yes, meals are included. The specific menu is best confirmed directly with the operator when you book.