Colombia · Snorkelling

8-Hour Rosario Islands Snorkeling Tour from Cartagena with Plankton

8 Hours Round trip from Cartagena Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Panoramic stop at Bocachica Fort with a historical explanation
02 Cruise through the natural beauty of the Rosario Islands by sports boat
03 Snorkeling experience at Majayura Island
04 See Pablo Escobar's sunken plane and learn about its history
05 Lunch on the private island of Sol y Papaya
06 Seafood cocktail tasting in Cholón
07 Sunset photos on a quiet beach
08 Observe the bright flashes of luminous plankton in the water

Discover the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean on this 5 Rosario Islands tour from Cartagena de Indias, featuring snorkeling, a private-island lunch, a seafood cocktail tasting in Cholón, and a luminous plankton experience after sunset. Along the way, enjoy a panoramic stop at Bocachica Fort, cruise through the Rosario Islands by sports boat, and see Pablo Escobar's sunken plane. The tour includes daily departures, with pickup between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM and return around 8:00 PM.

Discover the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean on this 5 Rosario Islands tour from Cartagena de Indias, featuring snorkeling, a private-island lunch, a seafood cocktail tasting in Cholón, and a luminous plankton experience after sunset.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cartagena, Rosario Islands

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Rosario Islands, Snorkeling, Sunset and Plankton Experience

1. Panoramic stop at the Bocachica fort

History comes to life at Bocachica Fort with a historical explanation.

2. Panoramic tour of the Rosario Islands

Discover the natural beauty of the Rosario Islands.

3. Snorkeling Activity

Enjoy a snorkeling activity at Majayura Island.

4. Sighting of the Plane

See Pablo Escobar's sunken plane and learn about the event.

5. Lunch on a private island

Delight in the gastronomy that the private island of Sol y Papaya has for you.

6. Seafood Cocktail Tasting

In Cholón, delight your palate with exquisite seafood cocktails.

7. Sunset on a quiet beach

Take your best sunset photos on this beach.

8. Plankton Activity

Experience the magic of luminous plankton. You will be able to observe the bright flashes from the water, a unique experience!

Where this trip takes you

Rosario Islands, Bocachica Fort, Majayura Island snorkeling, Pablo Escobar's sunken plane

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cartagena 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or meeting place
Transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
Bilingual professional guide
Port tax included, with departure from Muelle los Pegasos
Return by bus to the Bocagrande and Laguito hotel zone

What's Not Included

Additional food and drinks (optional)
Tips (optional)

What to bring

Wear comfortable clothes, comfortable shoes, a hat, and sunscreen if necessary.

Know before you go

Passengers staying in the northern area are picked up at the hotel door or at an agreed point, but on the way back they are dropped off at the Clock Tower.
Please be punctual in the hotel lobby to avoid inconveniences at pick-up time.
Preferably use cash to make payments on the beaches.
Take care of your belongings on and off the bus.

Logistics