Cartagena Sunset Cruise: 2-Hour Bay Tour & Drinks

Two Hours on the Water as Cartagena's Old City Turns Gold

You board at La Bodeguita dock and spend two hours cruising Cartagena's internal bay toward Isla Grande, watching the Walled City and Clock Tower light up as the sun sets. Your drink and appetizer arrive early so you can focus on the water and the light. The boat stays small and moves at a pace that lets you actually see what's in front of you instead of rushing through it. Bring your ID and sunscreen, and plan to be back on land by dark.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cruise around Cartagena bay

• Board boat at La Bodeguita dock
• Sit comfortably and view Walled City
• Cruise internal bay of Cartagena
• Reach sunset viewing point

The experience

"The light here at six o'clock, it changes everything," our captain said as we settled into the boat at La Bodeguita dock, and he wasn't exaggerating. The sunset cruise in Cartagena is exactly what it sounds like. You board a boat, sit down with a cold drink in hand, and watch the Walled City and its iconic Clock Tower catch the last of the day's sun. The whole thing takes two hours, and it moves slowly enough that you're not rushing through it, but fast enough that you feel like you're actually going somewhere. The route takes you through Cartagena's internal bay toward Isla Grande, the point where the sun actually drops, and the water between you and the old fortifications shifts from blue to orange to something that doesn't have a name.

What makes this different from standing on the malecón is the angle. The city's profile (the domes, the colonial rooflines, the walls themselves) reads completely different from the water. You're not looking at postcards. You're looking at the thing the postcards were made from, and it's wider and stranger and more textured than any photograph. The boat stays small, which means you're not packed in with a hundred other people all trying to get the same shot. There's room to move, to sit, to actually notice what's happening instead of just documenting it.

Included is a beer, a glass of wine, or a soft drink (one unit, so you can pace yourself), and an appetizer to go with it. The drink arrives as soon as you sit, and the food comes out before the light really starts to change, so you're not fumbling with a plate when the moment happens. Bring your own sunscreen and a towel if you want one. The sun is still strong even as it's leaving. You'll need your passport number or ID document when you board, and if you're traveling with infants or small children, strollers are fine. The dock is near public transportation, so getting there isn't complicated.

What’s included

• Your two-hour sunset cruise includes one beer, glass of wine, or soft drink of your choice, plus a delicious appetizer to accompany your drink.
• All fees and taxes are covered.
• The boat departs from La Bodeguita dock and routes through Cartagena's internal bay toward Isla Grande, giving you unobstructed views of the Walled City and the iconic Clock Tower as the sun sets over the water.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 17:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (16 to 80 years) · Child (7 to 15 years) · Infant (under 7): free

GroupUp to 150

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Bona Vida Catamaranes

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Cartagena's old city from the water without arranging your own boat or timing the sunset yourself. The fixed departure handles both, and the small group size means you're not competing for space or views.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 15 years); Infant (under 7): free.

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 long is the sunset cruise in Cartagena?

Two hours, departing from La Bodeguita dock.

What's included in the cruise?

One beer, glass of wine, or soft drink, plus an appetizer. All fees and taxes are included.

Where does the boat go?

Through Cartagena's internal bay toward Isla Grande, with views of the Walled City and Clock Tower.

Do I need to bring anything?

Bring sunscreen and a towel if you want one. You'll need your passport number or ID document to board.

What time does the cruise depart?

The cruise times align with sunset. Check your booking confirmation for the exact departure time for your date.

Is there parking or public transport near the dock?

Public transportation options are available nearby. Confirm parking details with the operator when you book.

Can I choose between beer and wine?

Yes. You can choose one beer, one glass of wine, or one soft drink when you board.