Cartagena Sunset Pirate Ship Cruise: Cannon Show & Drinks

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Duration2h

GroupUp to 50

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Sail past colonial fortresses with rum cocktails and a cannon blast at sunset in the Caribbean

A two-hour sunset pirate ship cruise in Cartagena combines Caribbean views, unlimited drinks, and live entertainment aboard a single vessel designed for families and small groups. The route passes San Felipe de Barajas Castle, the Virgen del Carmen statue, and the fortified neighborhoods of Lagito and Castillo Grande. Kids join a treasure hunt with a prize; adults watch the cannon show and take in the skyline from the water. Restrooms and photo props are on board.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset pirate ship adventure in Cartagena

Board the distinctive pirate ship
Set sail along Cartagena’s Caribbean coast
Enjoy pirate-inspired entertainment
Participate in treasure hunt for kids
Relax and watch the sunset
Watch the spectacular cannon show
Enjoy refreshing drinks and attentive service

The Experience

The cruise runs two hours and departs at sunset, timing the sail to catch the light hitting Cartagena's colonial skyline and the fortresses that ring the bay. You'll pass the 17th-century San Felipe de Barajas Castle on the hill, the marble Virgen del Carmen statue rising from the water, and the modern high-rises of Bocagrande as the ship moves through the inner bay and out toward open water. The route is built around what you see from the deck—the old defensive line of forts that once guarded the port, now landmarks framing the water.

Drinks flow throughout: unlimited non-alcoholic options (fruit punch, coconut lemonade, orange juice, Coke Zero) and four rotating cocktails (Pirate's Blood with rum or vodka, Castaway's Coconut, Pirates Sunrise, Cannonball Cola). A souvenir cup comes with your ticket. The pirate-themed entertainment includes a cannon show—an actual firing, not a recording—and costume props you can borrow for photos. Children get a treasure hunt with a prize built into the experience; adults can relax on deck or join in. The ship has a restroom on board and is small enough that it does not feel like a party boat, even though it carries families, couples and groups together.

Infants can ride in a pram or stroller and sit on an adult's lap; service animals are welcome. The boat suits all fitness levels—there is no hiking or climbing involved, just boarding and moving around the deck. Public transportation stops are nearby if you need to reach the departure point without a car.

What’s included

Two-hour sunset sail with views of San Felipe de Barajas Castle, the Virgen del Carmen statue, and Cartagena's fortified neighborhoods.
unlimited non-alcoholic drinks (fruit punch, coconut lemonade, orange juice, Coke Zero) and unlimited cocktails (Pirate's Blood, Castaway's Coconut, Pirates Sunrise, Cannonball Cola).
a live cannon show.
a souvenir cup.
a pirate treasure hunt with prize for children.
borrow pirate props for photos.
restroom on board.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by La Fantastica Pirate Ship

Is this one for you?The ship stays small and family-focused rather than a crowded party boat, which means kids and adults can both enjoy the same evening without the noise and chaos of a larger vessel—book this if you want the sunset and the entertainment without the club atmosphere.