Johnny Cay VIP Tour: Snorkel Beaches Mangroves from San Andrés

Three island stops and a mangrove walk in one morning on the Caribbean

A 7-hour boat tour from San Andrés visiting Johnny Cay, Haynes Cay Natural Aquarium and the mangroves, with snorkeling, swimming and wildlife viewing included. Boat transportation departs from San Andrés and returns the same day; a live guide narrates in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two additional languages; pickup is included.

The experience

Seven hours on a boat gets you to three separate stops across the San Andrés archipelago. The tour leaves from San Andrés and heads first to Haynes Cay Natural Aquarium, where you snorkel among abundant tropical fish and coral without needing to travel far offshore. The water here is shallow enough to see the marine life clearly, and the reef sits close enough to the boat that entry is straightforward.

Johnny Cay comes next: a small island with white sand beach where you swim and rest between snorkeling sessions. The mangroves are the third major stop, explored by boat so you can watch birds and marine species in their habitat without wading through the water yourself. The tour circles back to San Andrés by late afternoon, giving you the full day on the water without an overnight commitment.

A live guide travels with the group and speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two other languages, so commentary reaches most travelers without translation delays. Boat transportation and pickup from your hotel are both included in the price.

What’s included

• Boat transportation from San Andrés.
• snorkeling at Haynes Cay Natural Aquarium.
• swimming time at Johnny Cay.
• mangrove exploration by boat.
• hotel pickup.
• live guide commentary in multiple languages.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 to 70 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 18

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 6.27

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Activiturs San Andres Islas Colombia

Is this one for you?The guide speaks five languages, so if your group includes speakers of English, Spanish, Portuguese or Italian, everyone follows the commentary without translation. The 7-hour length fits a half-day commitment if you want the rest of the day free in San Andrés.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What's the water like for snorkeling at Haynes Cay?

Haynes Cay Natural Aquarium has abundant marine life and shallow water that makes the reef visible from the surface, so snorkeling is accessible even for people with limited experience in the water.

How much time do you spend swimming at Johnny Cay?

The tour stops at Johnny Cay's white sand beach for swimming and rest, though the exact duration depends on the day's schedule and tides. Your guide will confirm the timing when you board.

Does the mangrove section involve getting wet?

The mangroves are explored by boat, so you observe birds and marine species from the water without wading or walking through the mangrove itself.

Is pickup from my hotel included?

Yes, pickup from your San Andrés accommodation is included in the tour price.