Rosario Islands snorkeling tour: catamaran and lunch

Catamaran, coral reef, and a full day on the water

A full-day snorkeling tour from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands aboard a catamaran, with two anchorages: first at the Luis Guerra reef in front of Isla Grande for snorkeling, then at Punta Gigante in Barú for lunch. The tour runs 7.5 hours, includes snorkel equipment, a meal (choice of seafood rice, vegetable rice, or chicken rice), non-alcoholic beverages, and a live guide in English or Spanish. The captain may adjust the itinerary due to weather or sea conditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran trip to Rosario Islands

• Sail from Cartagena to Isla Grande
• Anchor at Luis Guerra reef
• Snorkel at coral reef
• Sail to Punta Gigante in Barú
• Anchor and have lunch

The Experience

The boat leaves Cartagena in the morning and heads out to the Rosario Islands, a chain of islands and reefs in the Caribbean just offshore. Your first stop is the Luis Guerra reef in front of Isla Grande, where you drop anchor and spend time in the water with snorkel gear provided. The reef sits in shallow, clear water—this is where the day's main snorkeling happens, and the guide is there to point out what you're looking at.

After the reef, the catamaran moves to the second anchorage at Punta Gigante in Barú. Lunch is served here: you choose between seafood rice, vegetable rice, or chicken rice, and non-alcoholic drinks come with the meal. The schedule is built around these two stops, though the captain can shift timing or location if weather or sea conditions demand it. The whole outing runs about 7.5 hours from start to finish.

All fees and taxes are included upfront, and snorkel equipment is provided—you don't need to bring your own or rent separately. The tour operates with a live guide who speaks English and Spanish. The boat is wheelchair accessible, and families with infants or small children can bring a pram or stroller. You'll need to bring a valid ID document to board.

What’s included

• Snorkel equipment (mask, fins, snorkel).
• lunch with a choice of seafood rice, vegetable rice, or chicken rice.
• non-alcoholic beverages.
• all fees and taxes.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Bona Vida Catamaranes

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want a full morning on the water with snorkeling and a meal included in one price—the catamaran handles the route and timing, so you show up at the dock and the day unfolds without planning transport or stops separately.

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Top questions

What's the snorkeling like at the Luis Guerra reef?

The Luis Guerra reef sits in front of Isla Grande in shallow, clear water and is the main snorkeling stop on the tour. The guide is with you to help identify what you're seeing underwater.

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

Snorkel equipment is included with the tour—mask, fins and snorkel are provided, so you don't need to arrange or pay for gear separately.

What meal options are available for lunch?

Lunch includes a choice of seafood rice, vegetable rice, or chicken rice, served at the second anchorage at Punta Gigante. Non-alcoholic beverages are included; alcoholic drinks can be purchased separately.

How long is the full tour, and what time does it start?

The tour runs 7.5 hours total. The exact departure time is arranged when you book; the operator will confirm the morning start time based on your reservation.

Can the itinerary change, and if so, why?

Yes—the captain may adjust the itinerary, timing or anchorage locations due to weather conditions or sea state. These changes are made to keep everyone safe and make the best use of conditions on the day.

Is this tour accessible for people with mobility needs?

The catamaran is wheelchair accessible, and public transportation options are available near the departure point. You'll need to bring a valid ID document to board.