Cartagena: Rosario Islands Boat Rental for Groups up to 12

Free cancellation

1/23

Duration6h–8h

GroupPrivate

Mobile ticketAccepted

Rent a boat in Cartagena and pick your own route through the Rosario Islands

You rent a private boat with a captain and bilingual crew for up to twelve people and choose which Rosario Islands to visit and how long to stay at each stop. The boat includes snorkeling equipment, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and a sound system; you can bring additional drinks and food. The crew handles navigation and can recommend lunch spots or help with beach club reservations, so you spend the day on the water without managing logistics yourself.

6h–8h

Step-by-step itinerary

Luxury boat tour of Rosario Islands

Board boat in Cartagena
Meet captain and copilot
Enjoy Bluetooth sound system
Visit preferred island spots
Use cooler with ice and water
Relax and explore islands
Return to Cartagena

The Experience

What if you could skip the crowded group tours and just point the boat toward whichever island looked best that morning? That's the setup here — you get a captain and copilot who know the Rosario Islands, a boat that holds up to twelve people, and the freedom to change your mind about where to stop. The crew speaks both English and Spanish, so there's no translation lag when you want to ask about a beach club reservation or find the best lunch spot. You're not following a fixed itinerary; you're steering your own day.

The boat comes ready: cooler stocked with ice, bottled water for everyone, snorkeling gear if you want it, and a full Bluetooth sound system so the music travels with you across the water. You can bring your own drinks and extra ice, which most groups do. The captain handles the navigation and docking; the copilot helps with whatever you need in the water or on deck. It's the kind of setup that works whether you want to anchor at a quiet cay for four hours or hit three different spots before sunset.

Cartagena's Rosario Islands sit about an hour offshore, depending on which islands you choose. The boat rental is built around your preferences, not a preset schedule. If someone in your group finds a beach club they want to stay at longer, or if the water looks too good to leave, you adjust. The crew will point out good snorkeling spots, help with logistics, and make sure you're not scrambling to get back to the mainland at an awkward hour. Groups tend to be smaller and more relaxed than the standard tour boats, which changes the whole feel of the day.

You'll need to arrange your own transportation to the dock in Cartagena, but the crew will confirm the departure time once you book. Bring sunscreen, a towel, and whatever food or drinks you want beyond what's on the boat. If you're planning a special lunch at a specific restaurant or beach club on one of the islands, let the crew know in advance and they'll make sure you get there on time.

What’s included

Professional captain and copilot.
bilingual crew member.
snorkeling equipment.
cooler with one bag of ice.
bottled water for all guests.
Bluetooth sound system.
customized routing based on your preferences.
crew assistance with beach club reservations and lunch recommendations.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by PANA TOURS COLOMBIA

Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling with a group of up to twelve and want to explore the Rosario Islands without following a set schedule or joining a larger tour — the private crew and flexible itinerary mean you spend your time on the water instead of coordinating logistics.