Colombia · CARTAGENA TOURS
Cartagena splits neatly in two: the walled city on foot, and the water beyond it. These 15 cover both — the Getsemaní streets at dusk, the forts, the Rosario boats and the islands that need a full day — with prices, timings and a note on which leave before the heat.
5-stop Rosario Islands day trip from Cartagena with lunch, fort views, snorkeling options, and VIP private beach access. 7 hours.
“Great tour. Charlotte was amazing, great energy and great personality fun all day long. Highly recommended”
Shared walking tour through Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní, with conquest, slavery, dance, and local tips for $12.
“Dani was a great guide! She knew so much information on all the places we went to. She was so fun and gave us amazing treats along the way. Highly recommend because she also gives you pointers on where to eat and visit while you are in Cartagena!”
Catamaran cruise from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands with snorkeling, white sand swim stops, and a full onboard lunch plus nonalcoholic drinks.
“Fantastic way to get out on the water and see some of the sights! We had a fantastic couple of stops to snorkel and explore a white sandy beach and the food was fantastic. The music and overall vibe was great too. The only feedback I’d give is that we needed a bit more beach time!”
Speed-boat day trip from Cartagena to Rosario Islands, with fort history, coral reef snorkeling, Playa Blanca, and beach-club time.
“Everything was amazing even though the boat ride was a bit bumpy. Besides that, I totally recommend! Everyone was super nice and made it a fun trip!”
Cartagena to San Basilio de Palenque for dance drumming, Bantu language learning, traditional medicine, and an included lunch.
“There aren’t enough words to describe how it feels being in the village of Palenque. While there, I learned so much more about the African diaspora. From seeing the youth performing traditional dances at the music school, to listening to the medicine men describe their herbal remedies, it was an amazing experience. Which is an understatement. Our tour guide was Roméo and he was the absolute best! Second to mi ngongoroko Pedro 🥰. Oh and how could I forget our delicious meal at a local restaurant within the village. Literally the best meal I ate since arriving in Colombia. Overall, if you are visiting the Cartagena area, you need to…”
Half-day van tour from Cartagena to Volcán del Totumo. Soak in mineral mud, wash off at the lake, and enjoy a snack or meal.
“The Half-Day Tour to Totumo Mud Volcano from Cartagena was absolutely amazing from start to finish! The mud volcano itself is such a unique and fun experience — relaxing, a little surreal, and something I’ll never forget. What truly made this tour exceptional were our guides, Franklin and Eduardo. They were professional, friendly, and incredibly attentive the entire time. I accidentally forgot to get cash from the ATM, and without hesitation, they loaned me money so I could tip the local workers. That level of kindness and care went above and beyond what I would ever expect. It really showed how much they care about their guests and the local…”
Private 2-3 hour walking tour of Cartagena’s UNESCO walled city and Getsemaní with a local guide, history stops, and culture for $49.
“The tour was absolutely amazing legaxy was very informative and patient showing me around and explaining the Colombian culture and the deep history behind it…it was absolutely amazing”
Small-group Cartagena ATV ride past beaches and trails in the North Zone, with helmet, water, and lunch included. $135.
“First and foremost most I’ve done plenty of ATV tour ride . But this is by far one of the best . The scenery is just amazing and the atmosphere as well . Couldn’t be happier .”
Cartagena street food tour packs 10 local bites, sweet and savory treats, and city history into a 2-3 hour walk for $44.
“The tour was fabulous and very informational. We learned a lot about the food and the culture of Cartagena. Highly recommend.”
Sail Cartagena at sunset on a comfortable catamaran, with skyline views, one drink, and a small appetizer, plus smooth music on board.
“Amazing sunset cruise. The boat was spacious, appetizers came at just the right time, and drinks were reasonably priced.”
Full-day Rosario Islands tour from Cartagena with Fort San Fernando, snorkeling gear, beach clubs, and optional party at Cholón.
“*LONG REVIEW* From beginning to end this excursion was not enjoyable. My partner and I arrived at the meetup point early to meet our guide Alex and other guest. After everyones arrival we gathered near the pier to board our boat but our boat was not ready. We had to wait an hour and a half while other groups left to start their excursion. Our boat finally arrived and was smaller and older than any other excursion groups boats. Due to the extremely late arrival of our boat we were promised extra time throughout our island stays which we definitely got more time than we had ever hoped on our…”
A 2h40 walking tour through Cartagena’s Walled City with live audio, major squares, fortifications, and museums for about $13.
“This walking tour with Fernando was interesting, informative, & fun. He told us lots about the history of Cartagena and also recommended some good restaurants that we later went to.”
Rosario Islands day trip from Cartagena with fort stops, beach time, included lunch, and Eco or VIP snorkeling plus optional party energy.
“We booked the VIP tour because we were told it was a bigger boat with shade and would have a smoother ride. That did not happen. They stuck us on a small boat that had no shade and had no business being on such choppy water. We had our eyes closed for the hour ride back because we were constantly being whipped with sea water. A disaster. On top of that, it was apparently a yellow flag day—which they did not tell us until after we were out at the first island—so we had to cut our day short and rush through all the stops. The food was also cold…”
Sunset party boat in Cartagena from Muelle de los Pegasos, $22 with open bar, music, Virgen del Carmen views, then nightclub entry.
“I would change nothing about this activity and how it was handled. I had the most fun and met some incredible people. The vibes were immaculate, even on a monday night.”
Cartagena street food tour with 9 tastings in the Walled City and Getsemani, plus history from local guides. 150 minutes, $49.
“Karin was an excellent and fun guide taking us to the ins and outs of Cartagena street food.”
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