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Boat Tours in Cartagena: 15 Picked and Priced

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Prices, durations and what travellers said, for 15 boat tours in Cartagena. The top entry is there for a reason, so start at it and work down.

Cartagena: Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel - The ride toward the Rosario Islands
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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel

1.Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,479 reviews · 7h 30m · from $107Our pick

Sail from Bodeguita Dock toward the Rosario Islands on a large, wheelchair-accessible catamaran with shaded and sunny seating. You get a welcome fruit drink, snacks, unlimited soft drinks, snorkeling gear, two swim stops, and a hearty seafood or vegetable lunch. This is a boat-and-water day, not an island sightseeing tour or guaranteed beach landing.

“I loved this activity! The catamaran sailing was amazing and so much fun. We were able to swim at two different spots, and the lunch was delicious. Sailing back to Cartagena was such a highlight! 100% recommend.”

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Cartagena de Indias: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise - Getting to Bodeguita Dock by 4:30 PM
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Cartagena de Indias: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise

2.2-Hour Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,105 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Set sail at 5:00 PM from Door 1 of Bodeguita Dock for a two-hour catamaran cruise around Cartagena Bay. You’ll pass Manga, Bocagrande, Castillo Grande, and Tierrabomba while the sun drops. Your ticket includes one beer, wine, or soft drink, a small appetizer, and port fees. Spanish is the onboard language.

“Enjoyed the sunset cruise. It was nice being on the catamaran sail boat with the nets you could sit on over the water. Much better than cramped party boat. Forgot that we could get one drink so I enjoyed the beer although it would have been better if it was cold. It was slightly more than room temp. The white wine is meh. My partner did not enjoy it and so didn’t finish it. I was happy to find little snacks being served at the start which was needed as we didn’t have time to eat! Dinner came later once we finished the tour. The sunset and having a sail…”

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2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat - Meeting at Muelle de los Pegasos
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2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

3.2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 899 reviews · 2 hours · from $22

Spend two hours on a 28-person sports boat in Cartagena Bay, watching the sunset over Manga, Bocagrande, and Castillogrande. Hosts such as Alexis, Alejandro, and Ricardo lead the music, dancing, photos, and unlimited rum-based drinks. The tour ends with entry to a downtown nightclub and suits social visitors who want a lively night out.

“Had a great night, really friendly guide, great music and complimentary drinks. The party at the end was also really fun”

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Cartagena: Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - The first 45 minutes: Bocagrande and the lighthouse
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Cartagena: Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

4.Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 514 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Board the Sibarita Master at La Bodeguita Pier for a 90-minute sunset cruise around Cartagena Bay. You’ll see Bocagrande, Castillogrande, Manga, Getsemani, and the old city at night while enjoying rum and coke, rum punch, soft drinks, and music. Snacks and upgraded drinks cost extra.

“Very romantic. Captain and crew were warm, friendly and enhanced the experience.”

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Dinner cruise on Cartagena's bay with Sibarita Master - Getting to La Bodeguita before the 7 p.m. departure
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Dinner cruise on Cartagena’s bay with Sibarita Master

5.Dinner cruise on Cartagena’s bay with Sibarita Master

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 297 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90

Board the double-decker Sibarita Master at La Bodeguita Tourist Pier for a two-hour evening cruise across Cartagena Bay. You’ll get a four-course international meal and half a bottle of wine per person, with air conditioning below and open air above. Expect shared tables, assigned seating, a $4 cash dock tax, and extra charges for premium drinks.

“Snooze cruise, very bland mediocre food! We had to ask the staff change the music to some salsa or bachata or something with life. But when my group of friends “black girls” asked 3 different times they couldn’t do it but when a Colombian gentleman asked he did it immediately. Once they changed the music it was much better but the food was still 3/10”

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5-Island Speedboat Tour in Cartagena and the Rosario Islands - A private island stop with lemonade
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5-Island Speedboat Tour in Cartagena and the Rosario Islands

6.5-Island Speedboat Tour in Cartagena and the Rosario Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 258 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $85

Set out from Cartagena’s Pegasus dock for a full day by speedboat, with a view of Bocachica forts, snorkeling near Isla Grande, a private-island break, Playa Blanca, and an optional nighttime swim with glowing plankton. Guides such as Sergio, Charlie, Franklin, and Caesar have earned praise, but expect a packed boat, fast-moving stops, and possible delays.

“🚨WATCH OUT: it’s a scam. I was the only one on the boat paying 135€, through Viator while all the other paid 60€ through local agencies. DON’T BUY IT HERE, there are plenty of agencies in Cartagena (and hotels themselves) providing for the same service for 50% of the price.”

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Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Pirate Boat Tour with Drinks - The skyline route through Cartagena Bay
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Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Pirate Boat Tour with Drinks

7.Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Pirate Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 256 reviews · 1h 30m · from $50

Meet your captain at Pegasus Pier for a 90-minute sunset cruise aboard La Fantastica Cartagena. Expect skyline views of Bocagrande, El Laguito, and Castillo Grande, pirate stories, music, photo props, cannon fire, and unlimited coconut lemonade or punch with or without rum or vodka.

“Ship is well decked out and in great condition. The owner (sorry mate - forgot your name) made sure we had plenty of drinks and was a great bloke to chat to. Would definitely recommend for a tour while in Cartagena.”

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Cartagena: Cruise by the Bay with Dinner and Wine - Boarding at La Bodeguita Pier
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Cartagena: Cruise by the Bay with Dinner and Wine

8.Cruise by the Bay with Dinner and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 142 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Board at La Bodeguita Tourist Pier for a relaxed evening cruise around Cartagena Bay. You’ll pass Bocagrande, Castillogrande, Manga, Getsemani, and the old city while enjoying a 3 or 4-course dinner, background music, and optional wine. The calm inner bay suits couples, families, and anyone wanting city views without a rough ride.

“Una experiencia increíble, 100% Recomendada, es algo que tienes que hacer si visitas Cartagena si o si.”

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Excursión de un día a Islabela en barco desde Cartagena - Lunch, cocktails, and the extra costs
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Excursión de un día a Islabela en barco desde Cartagena

9.Excursión de un día a Islabela en barco desde Cartagena

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 137 reviews · from $80

Leave Cartagena’s old town by speedboat for Islabela in the Rosario Islands. You’ll get a welcome cocktail, beach bed, Caribbean lunch, and several hours by the water. Spanish is the main language on the boat, while bilingual staff are available at the dock and island. Snorkeling, spa treatments, towels, snacks, and drinks cost extra.

“Wonderful way to see one of the many Rosario islands. The trip starts late. You get there around 10. It is 1 hour & 5 mins to get there. This is more of a laid back tour vibe. The boat ride was absolutely stunning. You get one welcome drink and lunch included. Excursions like snorkeling, towels, & more drinks & food are extra. The shore has a lot of rocks. So I would suggest either renting the shoes that they have or wear flip flops when you walk into the water because it really hurts to walk in. We left at 2:45pm. The staff was fantastic ! Would do another…”

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Cartagena: 5-Island Trip by Boat with Lunch and Snorkeling - Starting near the Clock Tower
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Cartagena: 5-Island Trip by Boat with Lunch and Snorkeling

10.5-Island Trip by Boat with Lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 82 reviews · from $89

Spend 10 hours aboard a sports boat from Cartagena, visiting Bocachica, Rosario Islands, Isla Grande, Cholon, and Playa Tranquila. You’ll snorkel over coral and a sunken plane, eat fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch, sample seafood, and see luminous plankton after dark. English- and Spanish-speaking guides, including water guide David, lead the day.

“Brilliant tour. Boat was fun! The bioluminescence plankton was so cool, a must if you do this trip. The food was nice. The only thing we weren't too keen on was Cholon island. It was really busy, party place (maybe this is what you're after) standing in the water that just felt dirty. But other than that an amazing trip! We loved it!”

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Private Boat Rental To The Rosario Islands Up To 17 - Snorkeling at La Piscinita
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Private Boat Rental To The Rosario Islands Up To 17

11.Private Boat Rental To The Rosario Islands Up To 17

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) Top rated

You’ll spend about eight hours on a private boat from Cartagena to Isla Grande and nearby Rosario Islands stops. Expect snorkeling at La Piscinita, beach time, the Pablo Escobar mansion, an abandoned plane, lunch by the water, a captain, bilingual host, gear, water, ice, gas, and insurance. Confirm boat size and English support before booking.

“This was the best experience we had on this trip. The boat was great, the guide and the drivers are amazing and very nice! Keep in mind - you need to pack your own towels and beverages (though there are stops at places where you can buy beverages).”

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Cartagena de Indias: Sunset Cruise Open Bar with Dance Show - Getting to La Bodeguita Dock at 4:45 PM
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Cartagena de Indias: Sunset Cruise Open Bar with Dance Show

12.Sunset Cruise Open Bar with Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

Meet at La Bodeguita Dock Door 4 for a two-hour sunset cruise aboard the Bequia. You’ll get a welcome cocktail, an open bar with rum, brandy, mixers, water, and soda, plus a dance show, DJ, and lessons in Cartagena’s traditional dances. Bring 12,000 Colombian pesos for the dock tax.

“necesito mi reembolso estuve ahi a las 5 y no habia nadie que explicara que embarcación tomaría, a pesar que dijeron puerta 4 no habia nada alli, tuve que buscar otro bote para no perder la experiencia”

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Cartagena's Legendary Boat Party : Full Day in Cholón - The boat ride and the first swim stop
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Cartagena’s Legendary Boat Party : Full Day in Cholón

13.Cartagena’s Legendary Boat Party : Full Day in Cholón

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Spend about 5½ hours on a music-filled boat trip from Cartagena to Cholón, with a short swim stop, lunch, two beers, and three hours at the famous party island. Hosts such as Adriano, Orlando, Melanis, Carmelo, and Jaseff have led recent trips. Expect crowded water, local vendors, and a social, adults-only atmosphere.

“I was robbed on this tour. The party island it’s self was nice and a lot of fun but when we got off the boat someone cut my bag and took my phone out of the back pack. It seemed like the tour ppl were well aware of things like that happening too. Don’t bring a pack back if u do go and bring cash only.”

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CARTAGENA: 4 islands by sport boat +oceanarium tickets - The sport boat ride and Bocha Chica forts
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CARTAGENA: 4 islands by sport boat +oceanarium tickets

14.4 islands by sport boat +oceanarium tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 72 reviews · 7 hours · from $69

You’ll travel by sport boat from Cartagena to four island stops, with a Bocha Chica photo stop, Rosario Islands, Oceanarium admission, a private island, Cholon, and lunch on Baru. English and Spanish guides lead the trip. Bring a towel, ID, water, and sunscreen. Guide John has received praise for his English.

“Nous avions demandé pour un guide en anglais mais c’était finalement espagnol avec de longues explications et en anglais le minimum d’explications. Les îles sont belles mais extrêmement de touristes donc ça ne rend pas l’expérience unique. Plusieurs bateaux de 30 personnes arrivent en même temps et un seul quai nous pour accueillir. Assurez vous d’avoir envie de faire la fête et prendre un verre car le 3e îles, ce n’est que des vendeurs et des stands de bar dans l’eau avec de la musique. Île de Baru magnifique! Bateau super. Nourriture délicieuse. Apportez de l’eau et de la crème solaire.”

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Open Bar Sunset Cruise in Catamaran or Speedboat (Best Deal) - What happens at the Centro Histórico meeting point
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Open Bar Sunset Cruise in Catamaran or Speedboat (Best Deal)

15.Open Bar Sunset Cruise in Catamaran or Speedboat (Best Deal)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $20Best value

Choose a two-hour sunset ride from Cartagena’s Centro Histórico: a lively speedboat with rum, aguardiente, mixers, and Latin music, or a steadier catamaran with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks plus a light snack. The cruise returns to Sibarita del Mar around the meeting point. An optional after-party costs extra.

“What an experience! Such a memorable night! Met amazing people! Danced and drank the night away! Wear something comfy. Bring tip money! Get there 10 mins early so you can find the boat amidst all the chaos of that dock!”

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