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The 15 Best Cartagena Tours & Island Trips

133 tours  ·  from $11

The walled town is free to walk, so the money goes on getting out to the water. These 15 cover the old town on foot, the Rosario Islands, the sunset boats and the mud volcano, with prices and sailing times.

Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour - Plaza de la Aduana, museums, and the city’s public life
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Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour

1.Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,716 reviews · 2h 30m · from $12Our pick

Walk for 150 minutes from Plaza Cervantes through Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect colonial landmarks, slavery-era history, San Pedro Claver, bastions, street art, local advice, dancing, salsa, champeta, and a look at Cartagena’s changing social order. Guides include Dani, Legacy, Robert, Álvaro David, Ingrid, and Rebeca.

“Our guide was great! What an experience! Book this tour and be ready to learn and explore the beauty of Cartagena! 🥳”

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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

2.Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel

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

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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Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Bocachica & Playa Blanca - Isla Grande and the snorkeling stop
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Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Bocachica & Playa Blanca

3.Full-Day Rosario Islands Including Barú, Bocachica & Playa Blanca

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,729 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $88

Spend about eight hours island-hopping from Cartagena by boat, with a stop at San Fernando fort, snorkeling near Isla Grande, a party stop at Cholón, lunch at Playa Blanca, and time at Anaho Beach Club. Guides such as Franklin, Angel, Milton, Cesar, and Nicher have earned warm praise for their care and energy. Confirm your package, since snorkeling is listed as VIP-only.

“We had an great time. Our guide Mike was simply amazing, He was so personable, very helpful, and extremely knowledgeable. Mike definitely made this experience worth it. The island hopping tour was exactly like the advertisements. I will advise that on the actual islands you pay close attention to your belongs, your surrounds, and your charges if you use a card especially if you do not speak fluent Spanish. Some of the locals can be extremely aggressive and persistent. And some of the guys seemed to be too touchy feely.”

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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

4.2-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

5.2-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: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings - Starting at Plaza Cervantes and entering the Walled City
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Cartagena: Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings

6.Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 833 reviews · 2h 30m · from $49

Meet beneath the orange umbrellas at Plaza Cervantes for a 150-minute walking tour through Cartagena and Getsemaní. Guides such as Alvaro, Robert, Mercedes, Liz, and Legaxy lead you to nine generous tastings, from ceviche and patacones to sweets, coffee, beer, and local drinks. Come hungry and mention dietary needs in advance.

“Our street food tour in Cartagena with Alvaro (and Andres) was easily one of the highlights of our trip. Alvaro was incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging from the first stop to the last. He not only introduced us to a wide range of delicious Colombian bites (seriously, come hungry — you won’t need another meal that day), but also gave us a deeper understanding of the history and culture behind each dish. The number of stops was impressive, and each one had something unique to offer. Alvaro went above and beyond by also giving us recommendations for what to do and where to go while we were in town. Bonus…”

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Cartagena: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras - Start at Muelle de la Bodeguita
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Cartagena: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras

7.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 681 reviews · from $23

See Cartagena from an open-top double-decker bus with an audio guide in six languages. Ride the full 90-minute loop or hop off near San Felipe Fortress, the Walled City, Bocagrande, and Cartagena Bay. A 90-minute English or Spanish walking tour leaves at 4pm, and mobile or printed vouchers are accepted.

“Staff was nice. Stops were informative. Nice venture, just wished there were more historical stops to visit.”

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Cartagena: Totumo Mud Volcano Experience - Leaving Cartagena for Santa Catalina
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Cartagena: Totumo Mud Volcano Experience

8.Totumo Mud Volcano Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 675 reviews · 4 hours · from $55

Travel from Cartagena to Santa Catalina with an English or Spanish-speaking guide such as Franklin, Miguel, or Jose. Climb about 50 steps, float in warm, thick volcanic mud, and rinse in a nearby lake. Optional massages and photos cost extra, and a typical snack is included.

“Was a fun experience getting dipped in and floating in the mud. We enjoyed it and even got some fun photos and videos out of it. We recommend :)”

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Cartagena: Panoramic City Tour, Monuments, Walls, Castle - Pickup requires close attention
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Cartagena: Panoramic City Tour, Monuments, Walls, Castle

9.Panoramic City Tour, Monuments, Walls, Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 636 reviews · 210 minutes - 4 hours · from $15

Ride a traditional chiva through Bocagrande, Manga, and Cartagena’s bay, then visit San Felipe Castle and walk the Old Town to the Clock Tower and Las Bóvedas. Guides such as Fernando, Cesar, and Kike lead bilingual tours. Bring cash, water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes. Castle admission costs extra.

“Nice done! It was pretty neat. Everything was done on time. No complains.”

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Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience - Swimming, paddling, and time by the water
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Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

10.Bora Bora Cartagena Beach Club Full Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 606 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $116

Meet at La Bodeguita Pier at 7:30 a.m. for a 45-minute speedboat ride to Bora Bora Beach Club on Isla Grande. Your day includes a beach bed, welcome cocktail, Colombian lunch, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, music, and a return boat around 3 p.m. Bring cash or a card for drinks, towels, pier tax, and upgrades.

“Everything went smoothly. The lines at the port to get our arm bands for entry were somewhat long. All the staff was great. The water was clear and pretty. We could see baby fish! The food was just okay but it was included in the ticket price so no big deal. All the waiters were friendly and catered to us. The bathrooms at the beach club were surprisingly clean. We got a very warm welcome. All was good. I’d definitely go back.”

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Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe - Starting near Las Bóvedas and Cartagena Bay
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Cartagena: Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe

11.Guided Tour, with La Popa Convent, and San Felipe

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 599 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

This four-hour small-group tour covers La Popa Convent, San Felipe de Barajas, the Old Shoes Monument, Cartagena Bay, and the Walled City. A bilingual guide such as Rafael, Álvaro, Carlos, or Fernando leads the visits in English and Spanish, with transport and entrance fees included.

“It was great, Alvaro was very attentive, gave us a lot of valuable information, friendly and courteous Also went the extra mile to recommend where to eat local value driven food. Definitely would recommend the tour and Alvaro as a guide.”

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Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling - Leaving Cartagena from Muelle de la Bodeguita
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Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

12.Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 569 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Sail from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands on Bona Vida’s spacious catamaran, with snorkeling gear, swimming stops, lunch, and free soft drinks included. You’ll anchor near Isla Grande and Barú, usually staying aboard rather than visiting beaches. Expect a relaxed seven-and-a-half-hour boat day, not a wild party cruise.

“It was fun to be out on the water for the day. It was a long trip to swim and I wish that we had more time out in the beautiful Caribbean. The snorkeling was pretty blah but the swimming wonderful. We did not go to any beaches so it was all from the boat. The crew was great. Lunch was ample and non alcoholic drinks very good. The boat was also clean and lots of space to sit in the shade.”

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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

13.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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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Day Tour with Snorkel & Lunch - Leaving Bocagrande by speedboat
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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Day Tour with Snorkel & Lunch

14.Rosario Islands Day Tour with Snorkel & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 402 reviews · 8 hours · from $95

Spend eight hours by speedboat visiting Isla Grande, Playa Blanca on Barú, and Tierra Bomba. You will snorkel, eat lunch, relax at beach clubs, and enjoy sea views with an English or Spanish guide. Guides such as Jesús, Franklin, David, and John Wayne have been praised for keeping groups organized and cared for.

“David Santiago was our guide. He was excellent, took care of everything, start to finish. I would recommend this tour to everyone.”

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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city - Pickup from Centro, Bocagrande, and the beach districts
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Cartagena: BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city

15.BILINGUAL CITYTOUR + SAN FELIPE CASTLE & Old city

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 387 reviews · 4 hours · from $29

See Cartagena by traditional Chiva bus, visit San Felipe Castle with entry included, photograph the India Catalina and Old Shoes monuments, then walk through the Old Town with an English-Spanish guide. Cesar, Kike, William, and other guides have earned praise for clear translations and lively storytelling.

“Loved this tour. The guide did an amazing job at translating everything in English for us and making us feel included. No regrets!!!”

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