Cartagena Island Hopping: Snorkel, Lunch & Beach Clubs
Three ways to island hop: pick the pace that matches your day
An island-hopping tour from Cartagena visiting Bocachica Fort, the Rosario Islands and other stops with snorkeling and lunch included. You choose between an eco tour on a shuttle boat, a VIP experience on a comfort speedboat with premium island access, or a party-focused tour hitting the louder beach clubs — all run 8 to 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with a bilingual guide.
7h
Step-by-step itinerary
Island hopping with sightseeing and lunch
- Boat sightseeing at Bocachica Fort
- Party Tour: Visit lively beach club on Baru or Grande Island
- VIP & Eco Tours: Stop at respective islands for beach lounging
- Photo stop at Pablo Escobar's abandoned mansion
- Lunch and snorkeling at dedicated island
- VIP Tour: Visit exclusive island resort
- Eco Tour: Visit island known for wildlife
- Party Tour: End at Cholon Island party hub
The Experience
The tour starts with a boat ride past Bocachica Fort, where the guide explains its colonial history from the water. From there, the route splits by option: the Eco Tour heads to Marina Island first, then Grande Island for snorkeling and lunch, finishing at a wildlife-focused island; the VIP Tour visits Islabela, a private beach club with snorkeling and lunch, then an exclusive resort; the Party Tour swaps those stops for Baru Island, Grande Island and Cholon Island, known for its crowded, vendor-heavy floating party scene. Every tour passes Pablo Escobar's abandoned mansion as a sightseeing stop.
Snorkeling happens on the Eco and VIP tours only — a 30 to 45 minute session at a fish habitat before lunch. Lunch is included on all three options with fish, chicken or vegetarian choices prepared on-site. The Eco and Party Tours travel by shuttle boat; the VIP Tour uses a comfort speedboat with smaller groups and personalized service. All tours include access to beach beds and parasols at the island stops, each lasting 1.5 hours.
A port tax is collected at the pier on the day of the tour — bring cash or card. Swim attire is required, and the itinerary can shift if weather demands it. The tour does not include hotel pickup or drop-off, so you'll need to arrange your own transport to the pier. Minimum age is 12 for Eco and VIP tours; the Party Tour is adults only.
What’s included
- Bilingual tour guide in English and Spanish.
- lunch with fish, chicken or vegetarian options.
- snorkeling with mask and tube on Eco and VIP tours.
- island stops with beach bed and parasol access.
- sightseeing at Bocachica Fort and Pablo Escobar's estate.
- shuttle boat transport on Eco and Party tours, or comfort speedboat on the VIP tour.
Operated by COCOCARTAGENA
Is this one for you?Pick the Eco Tour for a nature-focused day with snorkeling and wildlife stops on a shared shuttle boat. Choose VIP if you want smaller groups, personalized service and a comfort speedboat with premium island access. Go Party Tour only if you're an adult seeking high-energy beach clubs and don't mind crowds and vendors — it's built for that scene, not for quiet relaxation.
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Top questions
What's the difference between the Eco, VIP and Party tour options?
The Eco Tour uses a shuttle boat and visits Marina Island, Grande Island and a wildlife island with snorkeling and lunch included. The VIP Tour travels on a comfort speedboat with fewer people, visits Islabela and a private beach club with snorkeling and lunch, then an exclusive resort. The Party Tour also uses a shuttle boat but swaps the quieter islands for Baru Island and Cholon Island, a loud and crowded party hub — it does not include snorkeling.
Is snorkeling included on all the tours?
Snorkeling is included on the Eco and VIP tours only, with a 30 to 45 minute session at a fish habitat before lunch. The Party Tour does not feature snorkeling.
What does lunch include?
Lunch is included on all three tour options with on-site choices of fish, chicken or vegetarian meals prepared fresh at the island stop.
Do I need to arrange my own transport to the pier?
Yes, the tour does not include hotel pickup or drop-off, so you'll need to get yourself to the pier. Public transportation options are available nearby.
What is Bocachica Fort and why is it on the tour?
Bocachica Fort is a colonial-era fortification that all three tours pass on the boat at the start of the day. The guide provides a brief explanation of its history from the water, and you'll have time for photos.
What should I bring and what do I need to know before booking?
Bring swim attire, sunscreen and cash or card for the port tax collected at the pier on the day of the tour. The itinerary may change due to weather. Minimum age is 12 for Eco and VIP tours; the Party Tour is for adults only. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.
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