LATIN AMERICA
Latin America’s best days out.
The 15 most popular cartagena tours. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.
Sailing from Cartagena to Rosario Islands with two swim/snorkel stops, lunch onboard, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks on a catamaran.
Most Popular“Except the long queue waiting at dock 3 for reasons we don't know, everything was doing great : from the beginning to the end. As said above, the welcome from the dock must be improved !!!”
Enjoy a 2-hour Cartagena sunset cruise with included drink and snack. Sail past neighborhoods and islands as the skyline lights up.
“The sunset cruise was great, you get a few free snacks and a drink. The view was absolutely beautiful and the sunset was nothing short of amazing. Definitely an experience to recommend when visiting Cartagena.”
2-hour Cartagena sunset party boat with open bar, dancing, a Virgen del Carmen stop, and downtown nightclub entry for $22.
Hop-on hop-off Cartagena by double-decker bus with 11 stops, audio guide in 6 languages, and a guided Walled City walk at 4pm.
“It was really great Using that hop off hop on bis gives you a really good information about the city allowing you to set an overall view as well as having a very good way to explore selected sites It was good getting the ticket in advance through GetYourGuide as this simplifies and cut off…”
Climb 50 steps to float in Totumo’s mineral mud, then rinse off in a nearby lake with guides who keep it organized.
“Guide was awesome and informative. The experience is 10/10. We also had a good group of travelers. I completely recommend this tour.”
A 4-hour Cartagena ride and walk: Chiva views, iconic statues, Old Town sights, and photo stops including San Felipe Castle (entrance extra).
“Our tour guide Fernando was AMAZING! So much knowledge and passion about the gorgeous city of Cartagena. It’s a short tour but well worth it. Tip: carry cash so you can tip or buy from vendors etc.”
4-hour Cartagena tour to Fort San Felipe, La Popa Convent, and the Walled City with a bilingual guide, bay views, and optional emerald stop.
“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.”
90 minutes on a Cartagena bay yacht at sunset with an open bar, music, and big skyline-and-old-city views.
“Great staff! The rum punch was good and the cruise was so fun. Highly recommend!!”
8-hour Rosario Islands day tour from Cartagena: 3 islands, snorkeling gear, lunch, beach clubs, and panoramic views. $95 value.
“Amazing tour. The islands are just beautiful, food is delicious and fruit too. Honestly I learn so much of Cartagena with the tour that next time I probably won’t be staying in the city but rather be in one of this islands.”
Bilingual Chiva ride plus Old City walking tour and included San Felipe Castle entrance in Cartagena. Photo stops, great views, tight timing.
“That was a really good city tour and we had the best tour guide- Kike! He gave us a lot of information about the history of Cartagena and made our day unforgettable!”
A 2-hour walking tour that connects Cartagena’s Walled City history with Getsemaní’s street-art streets, led by a friendly local guide.
“Arthur is a story teller for sure! He is animated and very knowledgeable. He reached out the day before to welcome us to Cartagena and make sure we knew the exact place and time to meet! We learned a lot and had a great time!”
Sunset pirate boat cruise from Cartagena’s waterfront with an open bar, skyline views, shanties, and captain stories.
“The crew were exceptional and super friendly, also always made sure all glasses are filled up. The tour itself was great, with spectacular views. The ship is spacious and there were quite a few people on the tour, especially compared to the extremely packed catamarans and party speedboats, which made it even more comfortable. We…”
A 6-hour Cartagena night-out with hostel-bar warmups, dancing lessons, free shots, and stops at top clubs in Old City and Getsemaní.
“very fun tour! great way to meet new people and great selection of bars/clubs”
Sunset horseback ride on La Boquilla beach near Cartagena with bilingual guides and Caribbean lunch, about 1.5 hours.
“The ride on the beach was a unique and wonderful experience. You will get to see a part of Cartagena beyond the tourist areas, and Jose will give you insight into the local way of life in the fishing community. If you are a beginner rider, his helpers will assist you. If you have experience…”
Mangrove eco tour in Cartagena from La Boquilla: boat ride, wildlife lessons, sustainable net fishing, drums, coconut drink, with pickup.
“What fun!!! Learning about the different kinds of mangroves, attempting to cast a fishing net, drinking cold coconut milk - then eating the fruit. And then…a chance to dance with accomplished musicians. Best day. Best day.”
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