Cartagena Bay: Dinner Cruise with 4-Course Meal & Wine

Summary

Dinner cruise in cartagena bay with city views and music

You’ll board Sibarita Master for a two-hour dinner cruise across Cartagena Bay, sharing stories over a four-course meal with wine as city lights shimmer around you. Friendly crew take care of everything while background music sets an easy mood. Expect laughter, new faces at your table, and a fresh look at Cartagena’s Old Town skyline as night falls.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the way the air shifted as we stepped onto the Sibarita Master at La Bodeguita dock — that salty, humid breeze mixing with laughter from a group ahead of us. It wasn’t fancy-fancy, but it felt sort of special right away. Our guide (I think her name was Juliana?) greeted us with this easy smile and checked our names off her list. She pointed out where to pay the dock tax — cash only, so don’t forget that part — and then we just waited, watching the city lights start to flicker on across Cartagena Bay. There was this couple behind us trying to guess which buildings were hotels or old colonial houses. I got it wrong every time.

Once we found our table (we shared with two other travelers from Bogotá), someone from the crew handed us half a bottle of wine each — honestly more than I expected. The boat pulled away right at 7pm, and you could hear the low thump of music coming from upstairs, not too loud but enough to make you want to tap your foot under the table. The food came out in slow waves — four courses, each one prettier than the last. The shrimp had this sharp citrus thing going on; I kept asking what was in it but my Spanish is terrible, so I just nodded along and smiled. At one point, a breeze whipped through and almost took my napkin overboard. Nobody cared — everyone just laughed.

I kept looking back at Cartagena’s Old Town all lit up behind us, that yellow glow against the dark water. It’s hard to describe how calm everything felt out there, even though you’re still so close to all the noise of the city. Juliana stopped by again to check if we needed anything else (she recommended trying a local rum next time). The whole night felt unhurried — no one rushing you through dinner or pushing for photos. Just good food, soft music, and those lights slowly drifting past outside. I still think about that view sometimes when I hear salsa on the radio.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Evening dinner cruise in Cartagena Bay

• Arrive at Muelle Turístico La Bodeguita Door 4
• Proceed to La Bodeguita Tourist Dock Door 5
• Pay pier tax of $3.00
• Board The Sibarita Master ship
• Enjoy 2-hour cruise through Cartagena Bay
• Taste 4-course international dinner onboard
• Relax with drinks and background music

Top questions

Where does the Cartagena dinner cruise depart from?

The cruise departs from La Bodeguita Tourist Dock (Door 5), in front of the Bus Station.

How long is the Cartagena Bay dinner cruise?

The cruise lasts approximately 2 hours round trip through Cartagena Bay.

Is food included on the Sibarita Master dinner cruise?

Yes, a four-course meal is included along with half a bottle of wine per person.

Are drinks available for purchase during the cruise?

Premium drinks are available onboard for an additional cost.

Do I need to pay any extra fees before boarding?

Yes, there is a dock tax (currently $4 per person) payable in cash before boarding.

Is seating assigned on the dinner cruise?

Seating locations are assigned on a first come, first served basis; you may share tables with other guests.

What time should I arrive for boarding?

You should arrive 30 minutes before departure to pay taxes and embark; boarding starts at 6:30pm and departs at 7:00pm.

Is this dinner cruise suitable for children or infants?

Yes, children can join if accompanied by adults; infants must sit on an adult’s lap and meals aren’t included for them.

What’s included

Your evening includes a two-hour round-trip cruise across Cartagena Bay aboard Sibarita Master, half a bottle of wine per person, and a four-course world-class meal served by attentive local crew—plus background music throughout your dinner experience before returning to shore after sunset.