Savor an unforgettable day aboard a catamaran as you sail to the Rosario Islands from Cartagena. Embark on a snorkeling adventure through a breathtaking coral reef and enjoy lunch with drinks.
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Set sail for the Rosario and San Bernardo Corals National Natural Park on a full-day tour from Cartagena. The catamaran departs from the Muelle de la Bodeguita pier in front of the walled city. After your welcome drink, enjoy the journey to the Rosario Islands, sailing and motor sailing on the catamaran. The vessel is equipped with comfortable seats, where you can sit both in the shade and in the sun. There is a bar service on board, so you can enjoy a variety of soft drinks throughout the excursion. Experience paradise with a stop in front of an idyllic beach of turquoise waters and white sands, where you can swim and play with fun inflatables. Practice snorkeling, if you wish, and admire the fascinating underwater life with colorful tropical fish and various types of coral. The crew will prepare a delicious lunch for you to enjoy on board while you sail back to Cartagena at the end of a relaxing day.
Bodeguita Dock - Door #3 -Bona Vida Catamaran
Boarding time is from 08:00 am ; please don't be late. It's suggested arriving at 08:30 am at the Gate #3 - Bona Vida Catamaran Open in Google Maps
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"It was a great day. Nothing to complain about, perhaps only the dead coral reef that we would prefer to be still alive - but well, that’s not the organizer’s fault. Other than that it’s a nice, chill day relaxing on a catamaran and swimming in a crystal clear water. Exactly as advertised."
"What a fantastic way to spend the day in Cartagena. The sailing was smooth, the water was beautiful, the food was great and the staff was wonderful."
"My family and I had a fantastic time on this excursion. The staff were great. The lunch was very good and filling and the catamaran was very spacious and a lot of fun. The music throughout the day had the good vibes going all day. Would definitely do this again and recommend it to everyone."
"Great time definitely recommend this over any snorkeling island tour, this is meant for a couple of small group of friends who want a more chill private excursion, you can jet ski (not affiliated with Bona Vida), snorkel, swim to the second beach, and relax in the sun. Great food and drinks (try the pina coloda-…"
"Very good tour, nice big boat and good food"
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GetYourGuide lists the exact inclusions on the booking page — typically snorkel gear and life vests, drinks (often open bar), light food or lunch on the longer trips, and crew. Hotel pickup is sometimes included depending on the operator. Check the operator's inclusion list before booking; this comparison page surfaces the headline product, not every detail.
This tour starts at From $89 per person on GetYourGuide on our last refresh. Prices vary by date, season, and group size, and private-charter options are priced by the boat rather than per head. Click the Book button to see live pricing for your dates.
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You don't need to be a strong swimmer — operators provide life vests and snorkel gear, and the crew watches the water at each stop. If you have specific concerns, message the operator through GetYourGuide before booking; they reply within hours.
December – April (dry season, steady trade winds). Shoulder months (may, june, november (shoulder bargains)) are the best-value window — smaller crowds, lower prices, mostly the same conditions. Avoid september – october (hurricane window).
10–15 % cash to the captain at the end. Cash to the captain at the end of the trip — they share with the deckhands. Service is sometimes included on private charters; check the booking confirmation.
Reef-safe (mineral, oxybenzone-free) sunscreen required in most marine parks. Pick up a mineral (zinc-oxide) sunscreen before you board; on-board sales are usually marked up.
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