Cartagena Tierra Bomba: ATV Tour, Bocachica & Beach Ride

Summary

ATV trails on Tierra Bomba with Bocachica town and fort plus a beach stop

You’ll hop from Cartagena to Tierra Bomba by boat, then ride ATVs across sandy trails with your local guide. Meet residents in Bocachica, taste homemade sweets, explore San Fernando fort’s history, and end up cooling off at Playa Linda beach before heading back—expect real conversation, ocean air, and plenty of grit under your nails.

What’s the experience like?

We were already bouncing down a sandy trail on Tierra Bomba before I realized how salty the air tasted. The boat ride from Cartagena only took about ten minutes but felt like stepping into a different world—less noise, more palm trees, and that slow island pace. Our guide, Javier, grinned as he handed me my helmet (“tight is good!” he said), and then we revved up the ATVs. I could hear music drifting from a nearby house—cumbia maybe?—and for a second I almost forgot I was supposed to steer.

The main keyword here is “ATV tour Cartagena” but honestly, it’s not just about engines and dust. We rolled into Bocachica and stopped for water (needed that), and some kids waved at us from under a mango tree. Javier introduced us to Señora Luz who sells coconut candies by the road—I tried one and it was sweet enough to make my teeth ache. He told us about Bocachica’s African roots; I didn’t catch every word over the hum of motorbikes but you could feel how much pride he had for his home.

After that we headed out toward Fuerte de San Fernando. The fort sits right above the sea—you can smell salt and old stone at the same time—and standing there you get why people fought so hard to keep this place. Not gonna lie, my legs were a bit shaky from riding, so sitting on the wall looking out at the water was perfect. Then we hit Playa Linda for a swim; sand everywhere, sunburn threatening, but also just…quiet for a minute. On the way back along the coast, Cartagena looked hazy in the distance—almost unreal.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV tour and beach visit on Tierra Bomba

• Arrive at pick up location
• Boat ride to Tierra Bomba
• Ride ATV to Bocachica town
• Learn about African culture and greet locals
• Visit Fuerte de San Fernando fort
• Relax and swim at Playa Linda beach
• Ride ATV along coastline
• Stop at cliff with Cartagena view

Top questions

How do you get from Cartagena to Tierra Bomba for the ATV tour?

The tour includes a short boat ride from Cartagena to Tierra Bomba as part of your experience.

Is safety gear provided for the ATV ride?

Yes, all necessary ATV safety gear is included in your booking.

Does this day trip include stops in Bocachica?

Yes, you’ll stop in Bocachica town to meet locals and learn about its culture during the tour.

Are there any historical sites visited on this ATV tour?

You’ll visit Fuerte de San Fernando on Tierra Bomba as part of the route.

Can you swim during this Cartagena ATV day trip?

Yes, there’s time to relax or swim at Playa Linda beach before returning.

Is lunch included with this ATV tour?

No lunch is included; however, you can buy snacks or sweets locally during stops.

Are service animals allowed on this experience?

Service animals are allowed according to tour guidelines.

Is public transportation available near pickup?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby for pickup convenience.

What’s included

Your day includes roundtrip boat transfer between Cartagena and Tierra Bomba island plus use of an ATV with all safety gear provided; along the way you’ll have guided visits through Bocachica town and San Fernando fort with time to cool off at Playa Linda beach before heading back across the bay.