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Rosario Islands: 5-Stop Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkeling★ 4.76 (1,492) · 7h
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Cartagena Boat Tour: Rosario Islands Snorkel & Lunch★ 4.86 (948) · 8h
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Snorkeling in Rosario Islands from Cartagena: five stops in a day★ 4.95 (40) · 7h 30m
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Cartagena Rosario Islands: Private Boat Tour & Cholon Day TripYou’ll board a private boat in Cartagena with a local crew for a day exploring Rosario Islands’ clear waters, lively Cholon beach parties, and quiet moments on Baru Island. Snorkeling gear is ready for coral reefs; music and laughter are guaranteed. You’ll end up sun-warmed and probably still smiling as you return to shore.
Private Boat Tour of the Rosario Islands: Swim & SnorkelA private boat tour of the Rosario Islands near Cartagena lets you swim, snorkel and relax at stops you pick with the crew's help. The boat runs eight hours with a bilingual team, ice and bottled water included; food, drinks and snorkeling gear cost extra and are paid on site. The itinerary is yours to shape — reef dives, beach clubs, party islands or quiet anchorages — depending on what you're after that day.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Cartagena without a car—the crew picks you up from the Marina, builds the day around your interests, and returns you by late afternoon.
Rosario Islands snorkeling: luxury boat with private beachA luxury boat tour of the Rosario Islands lasting seven to eight hours, with private transportation from your Cartagena hotel, snorkeling equipment, a reserved private beach, champagne, beers, water and a la carte lunch. You choose your stops—coral reefs with tropical fish, the legendary sunken plane, or Cholón, the party island—and the bilingual assistant on board handles the logistics so you only manage what you want to do that day. Two boat sizes available: 36ft or 39ft.Is it for me?Book the 36ft boat if you want a smaller, more intimate group; choose the 39ft if you prefer more space and amenities on the water. Either way, the fixed itinerary and included transport mean you arrive at the dock ready to board—no arranging a separate ride, no deciding between stops on the fly, no hunting for lunch or snorkeling gear once you're on the islands.
Rosario Islands Private Boat Tour: Caribbean beaches, no crowdsA private boat tour of Rosario Islands departs from port in the early morning and cruises less than an hour to a protected Caribbean archipelago where you spend the day swimming, reading and resting on white sand beaches under palm shade. The tour includes a guide in English or Spanish and all-risk insurance; the boat and islands are yours alone, so the pace and the stops are yours to set. Weather or sea conditions may cancel the tour the same day with full refund.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the islands without other groups on the boat—the private boat means you control the pace, which islands you visit and how long you stay on each one, so a rushed itinerary stops being a problem.
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Rosario Islands: 5-Stop Day Trip with Beach Clubs & SnorkelingYou’ll move from pirate tales at San Fernando Fort to snorkeling coral reefs off Isla Grande before chilling with drinks at Rosario del Mar Resort Hotel. Dance (or just watch) at Cholón Island’s floating party scene, then unwind over lunch at Mambo Beach Club on Barú—all capped by poolside lounging at Anaho Beach Club as Cartagena glows in the distance.
Cartagena: 4 Rosario Islands Snorkeling & Bioluminescent PlanktonYou're picked up from your Cartagena hotel and taken by boat to four islands in the Rosario archipelago, where you snorkel in clear water, eat lunch and fresh fruit on the islands, and finish the day swimming in bioluminescent plankton after dark. Snorkeling gear, meals, and all transport are included; you just show up and follow the guide's timing.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Rosario Islands experience—snorkeling, island stops, and meals—without arranging your own boat or timing, and you're willing to stay out until evening for the plankton swim, which is what makes the full day possible.
Rosario Islands Boat Tour — what to know before booking
This guide compares 9 bookable options for Rosario Islands Boat Tour, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 70. The average rating is 4.6 out of 5, based on 3,982 traveler reviews.
8 of the 9 options offer free cancellation. 4 private experiences are also available for closed groups. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Rosario Islands Boat Tour cost?
Prices start at US$ 70. There are 9 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 8 of the 9 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Rosario Islands: 5-Stop Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkeling is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.8 out of 5 across 1,492 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 4 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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