Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Cartagena – Your Caribbean Dream Begins!

   • Welcome to Colombia’s crown jewel! Your private driver meets you at Rafael Núñez Airport for a seamless transfer to your boutique hotel in the walled city. 
   • Unpack to the rhythm of street musicians below, then enjoy a welcome cocktail at your hotel’s rooftop pool with panoramic views. 
   • Tonight, wander through Plaza Santo Domingo at your leisure—perhaps savoring your first coconut lemonade or fresh ceviche at a candlelit table. 
   • Let the tropical breeze and colonial charm work their magic as you acclimate to Cartagena’s irresistible energy.

2. Day 2: Sunset Kayak Tour – Cartagena’s Golden Coastline

   • As the afternoon heat softens, you’ll glide across Cartagena Bay in stable tandem kayaks, the rosy glow of sunset painting the 16th-century Castillo San Felipe. 
   • Your guide shares tales of pirates and Spanish galleons as you paddle past Las Bóvedas arches and the modern skyline. 
   • Stop at a secluded beach for refreshing local snacks (think mango with lime and salt) before returning under the stars. 
   • This active yet romantic experience perfectly blends history, exercise, and those Instagram-worthy views you’ve been dreaming of.

3. Day 3: Boquilla Mangroves – Birdwatching Paradise Found!

   • Just minutes from the city, the labyrinthine mangroves of La Boquilla reveal Colombia’s incredible biodiversity. 
   • Aboard traditional canoes, local fishermen-turned-guides silently pole through emerald canals, where 200+ bird species thrive—spot ruby-throated hummingbirds, bright pink spoonbills, and maybe even a pygmy kingfisher! 
   • Learn how these ecosystems protect coastal communities while sipping freshly cut coconut water. 
   • The morning ends with a beachside lunch of fried fish with coconut rice—simple, authentic, and unforgettable.

4. Day 4: Totumo Volcano – A Mud Bath Like No Other!

   • Today brings pure fun at Colombia’s quirkiest natural wonder: a miniature volcano filled with warm, mineral-rich mud said to have healing properties. 
   • After a scenic 1-hour drive through fishing villages, you’ll climb the 15-meter crater (don’t worry—it’s more like a squishy staircase!). 
   • Float weightlessly in the dense gray clay while local masseuses work their magic, then rinse off with a hilarious ‘spa treatment’ in the nearby lagoon. 
   • Return energized, with baby-soft skin and stories you’ll recount for years!

5. Day 5: Departure – Until Next Time, Colombia!

   • After a leisurely breakfast, your driver arrives for a stress-free airport transfer. 
   • As you check in, flip through photos of kayak sunsets, curious herons, and mud-covered smiles—each frame bursting with the color and warmth that define Cartagena. 
   • You’re not just taking home souvenirs, but a renewed sense of adventure and the certainty: this won’t be your last Colombian chapter.