Rosario Islands boat tour from Cartagena: Choose your stops

Four stops, crystalline water, and the route you decide

A full-day private boat tour of the Rosario Islands departing from Cartagena, where you and your crew choose which beaches, reefs and anchorages to visit based on what you're after: party, rest or family time. The boat carries fuel, ice and a captain and skipper. Lunch and drinks are on you. Seven to eight hours on the water, with time to snorkel, swim and explore sites like the Pool, Bora Bora, Paue and Playa Blanca.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day tour of Rosario Islands and Baru

• Visit Rosario Islands and beaches
• Enjoy sun, music, and panoramic views
• Swim and snorkel in Caribbean Sea
• Explore sites like The Pool and Oceanarium
• Travel to Baru Island
• Visit Cholon for party and water sports
• Relax at Agua Azul and Porto Naito beaches
• Visit Playa Blanca beach and restaurants

The experience

You board a 29–30 ft boat and spend the day choosing where to go. The crew knows the Rosario Islands, Cholon and Baru well enough to steer you toward what suits your mood, whether that's the party atmosphere of Cholon, where boats anchor in an inlet surrounded by restaurants and water sports, or the quieter white sand of Agua Azul and Porto Naito. Most days hold around four stops, each one a chance to swim, snorkel or just sit in the sun with the Caribbean in front of you.

The boat comes stocked with 15 kg of ice in a cooler and a crew of two (captain and skipper), who handle the navigation and the decisions about timing and conditions. You're not following a fixed itinerary. You're telling them what appeals to you and they're making it happen. Sites like the Pool, Paue, the Oceanarium and Bora Bora are all within reach, as are the longer beaches of Baru: Playa Blanca, the biggest one, has restaurants and room to anchor; Cholon draws the crowd looking for music and jet skis; Porto Naito stays quieter. The crew adapts to what you want to do and how long you want to stay in each place.

Bring your own lunch and drinks. The cooler keeps them cold. Snorkeling happens when you choose it, and the water is clear enough that you'll see why people come back. Seven to eight hours on the water means you're not rushed, and you're not following someone else's schedule.

What’s included

• Fuel and all fees and taxes.
• a cooler stocked with 15 kg of ice.
• a captain and skipper on board to navigate and adapt the route to your choices.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayLast departure this season: 10 Dec

GroupPrivate

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Luxury Sailing Boats & Tourism

Is this one for you?The boat departs from Cartagena, so you don't need a car or a ride to the dock. The crew handles the navigation and timing, which means you can spend the day choosing where to anchor instead of planning the route or managing the boat.

Traveler reviews

3.91★★★★★★★★★★

11 verified traveler reviews

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

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 are the main beaches and islands we can visit on the Rosario Islands boat tour?

The Rosario Islands hold sites like the Pool, Paue, the Oceanarium and Bora Bora. From Baru island, you can reach Cholon (an inlet known for its party scene and water sports), or the quieter beaches of Agua Azul, Porto Naito and Playa Blanca, the longest beach on the islands with restaurants and clear water for swimming.

How does the crew decide which stops to make during the day?

You tell the captain and skipper what kind of day you want (party, rest or family time), and they recommend stops and adapt the route based on your preferences and the conditions that day. Most tours include around four stops, and you choose how long to spend at each one.

Is snorkeling included, and what should I bring?

Snorkeling is something you can do at any of the stops, but you'll need to bring your own gear or arrange rental at one of the islands. Bring your own lunch and drinks. The boat carries a cooler with 15 kg of ice to keep them cold.

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

The tour runs seven to eight hours. Specific departure times depend on your booking. Confirm the pickup time and meeting point when you reserve.