Private Pontoon Tour San Andrés: 7 hours on the Sea of 7 Colors

Your own pontoon for the day on Colombia's clearest water

A full-day private pontoon tour around San Andrés Island seats your group alone on the boat for seven hours of swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing in the Sea of 7 Colors. The captain and crew handle navigation while you choose how to spend each hour: in the water or on deck. Complimentary beer is included. You can bring additional drinks. A guide speaks English or Spanish. Groups range from one person to 16, each booking its own boat.

The experience

The pontoon leaves with just your party on board, no other tourists sharing the space or the schedule. You get seven hours to move between snorkeling spots, anchor in shallow turquoise water for swimming, or stay on deck with the sound system and the complimentary beer box. The captain knows the best sites around the island and adjusts the route based on what your group wants to do. Some days that means drifting between reefs, other days it means finding the calmest water for sunbathing. Snorkel gear is included. You bring your own towel and sunscreen, or pack whatever drinks you want to add to what's already on board.

The boat itself is built for comfort on the water: a pontoon design that sits stable in the Caribbean swells, with a crew trained to keep the day running smoothly. Your guide speaks English or Spanish and can answer questions about what you're seeing below the surface or point out the best anchoring spots. Children ride free if they're small enough for a specialized infant seat, and the boat is suitable for all fitness levels. You choose whether to swim hard or float quietly.

Pickup and departure details depend on which group size you book: the operator will confirm the exact meeting point and time once you select your party size at checkout. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a rash guard if you plan to spend hours in the water. The sun reflects off the sea and burns faster than on land.

What’s included

• Seven hours on a private pontoon with captain and crew.
• complimentary beer box for the group.
• snorkel gear without tube.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• all navigation and route planning.

Options for this experience

4 options

Private pontoon for 1 to 6 peopleUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 10:00Private pontoon for 1 to 6 people: includes 24 canned beers, two bags of ice and the floating mat

Private pontoon for 10 peopleUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 10:00Private pontoon for up to 10 people: includes 24 canned beers, two bags of ice and the floating mat

Private pontoon for up to 14Up to 14 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 10:00Maximum 14 people: private pontoon for groups of up to 14 people, with 24 canned beers, two bags of ice and the floating mat included

Private pontoon for groups of 18Up to 18 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 10:00Private pontoon for up to 18 people: includes 24 canned beers, two bags of ice and the floating mat

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Tour Mundo Marino #PontoonBabyChar

Is this one for you?Choose your group size (1–16 people) for a private pontoon where you set the pace and anchor as long as you want at each snorkeling site, rather than following a shared itinerary.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

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.

What's the Sea of 7 Colors and why does it look that way?

The Sea of 7 Colors is the water surrounding San Andrés, named for the shifting shades of blue, green and turquoise created by shallow sandbars, reefs and deeper channels. The pontoon tour takes you through these different zones so you see the color changes as the water depth shifts beneath you.

Can I bring my own drinks on the pontoon?

Yes. The tour includes a complimentary box of beer for the group, but you're welcome to bring additional drinks of your choice to enjoy during the seven hours on the water.

Is snorkel gear included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkel gear without the tube is included with the tour. If you prefer to use your own mask and snorkel, you can bring them. If you want a full snorkel set, confirm with the operator before booking.

How many people fit on one pontoon, and do I have to book the whole boat?

The pontoon is private to your group, so you book the size that fits your party. Options range from one to six people up to groups of 18, with each group getting its own boat and crew for the full seven hours.

What time does the tour start and end?

The operator will confirm the exact departure time and meeting point once you select your group size at checkout. The tour runs for seven hours from departure.