Bora Bora vs. IBBIZA Island in Cartagena — Which Party Beach Club Is Better?

Short answer: choose Bora Bora if your group is all adults (18+) and wants a social beach party with a DJ and a Club or VIP area. Choose IBBIZA Island if you want the party plus a saltwater pool, kayak, snorkeling, a welcome drink and two national beers included, and a lower price. Both are party day trips from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands, not nightclubs, and both return in the afternoon.

This guide compares prices, inclusions, VIP areas, piers, schedules and the kind of crowd each one attracts, so you can book the right party island for your group. Prices are per adult in US dollars, as listed on our product pages in November 2026.

Bora Bora vs. IBBIZA Island at a glance

Bora Bora vs. IBBIZA Island prices

IBBIZA costs $22 less per adult in both the standard and the VIP versions. IBBIZA children aged 3 to 5 pay $101. Add the pier cash and a drinks budget before you decide: a standard day costs roughly $152 at Bora Bora and $127 at IBBIZA before extra drinks, and IBBIZA already includes two national beers. Peso amounts are converted at about COP 3,150 per dollar and the rate moves.

What to check before you pay

1. Park fee and insurance paid in cash at the pier.
2. Transfer from your hotel to the pier.
3. Extra drinks, cocktails and bottle service.
4. Front-row bed or VIP upgrades.
5. Oceanarium entrance, which is not included at IBBIZA.
6. Cancellation and rescheduling terms.

What the Bora Bora party is like

Bora Bora sits on a private stretch of Isla Grande and is known for music all day, premium beach beds, cocktails and a social crowd. It is the pick for birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, couples and friend groups. It is not the place for a quiet read on the sand, and the energy depends on the DJ, the date and your area.

Bora Bora Club Area ($139)

1. Shared round-trip speedboat from Muelle de La Bodeguita, Gate 3.
2. Welcome cocktail.
3. Caribbean lunch with 6 options: mojarra, grilled chicken, balsamic chicken, seafood pasta, poke bowl or pesto pasta.
4. Beach bed from the second row onward, up to 3 guests per bed.
5. Access to the beach club facilities and DJ atmosphere.

Bora Bora VIP Area ($171)

1. Everything in the Club Area.
2. Access to the livelier VIP zone through the Buda entrance.
3. Extended lunch menu with 10+ options.
4. Beach bed from the second row onward inside the VIP zone.

A front-row oceanfront bed is an optional upgrade in either area for COP 100,000 per bed (about $32, per bed and not per person), paid at booking or in cash at the pier, subject to availability. Open bar is not included, so extra drinks are paid on the island. Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Reserve your Bora Bora spot early.

What the IBBIZA Island party is like

IBBIZA takes its cue from open-air Ibiza beach clubs: live DJ sets, a saltwater pool, clear water and a celebration crowd. The difference is the day itself: you can leave the DJ area for the pool, a kayak or snorkeling, and the pass is richer in inclusions, with two national beers per person. It is still loud and festive, not a quiet or luxury retreat.

IBBIZA Beach Club pass ($117)

1. Round-trip sports boat from Muelle Todomar, Bocagrande.
2. Welcome cocktail, with or without alcohol.
3. Two national beers per person, plus water or soda.
4. Beach bed and sunbathing chairs.
5. Private beach, social areas and saltwater pool.
6. Live DJ.
7. Kayak and snorkeling.
8. Transfer to the Oceanarium (entrance not included).
9. Lunch with 7 menu options.

IBBIZA VIP pass ($149)

1. Everything in the Beach Club pass, including the two national beers.
2. Welcome glass of champagne.
3. VIP lounge facing the sea.
4. Front-row beach bed facing the sea.
5. Towel service.
6. Access to 4 premium à la carte dishes.

VIP capacity is limited, so book early for the sea-facing beds. Reserve your IBBIZA Island day before your date sells out.

Piers, schedules and travel time

Bora Bora: check-in at 7:30 AM at Muelle de La Bodeguita, Gate 3 (your place is held until 8:20 AM), departure around 8:00 AM, return from the island around 3:00 PM and arrival in Cartagena around 4:00 PM. The boat ride takes about 50 minutes.

IBBIZA Island: morning departure from Muelle Todomar in Bocagrande, about 60 minutes by sports boat, and return between 3:00 and 4:00 PM. You get your exact check-in time and meeting point in your confirmation email. Schedules for both depend on sea conditions and the port authority.

Which one should you choose?

If you want a quiet day, neither is the right fit. Try a calmer club from our best beach clubs in the Rosario Islands.

Tips before you book a party island in Cartagena

• Book early. VIP areas and front-row beds sell out first, especially on weekends.
• Arrive at the pier early. Check-in time is not the boat departure time.
• Bring pesos in cash for the park fee and insurance. There is no card payment at the pier.
• Do not assume an open bar. Check which drinks your pass includes.
• Bring water shoes. The entrances at Bora Bora have rocky patches.
• Protect your phone with a waterproof pouch and carry only the essentials.
• Do not plan a tight schedule for the evening. Return times depend on the sea.

FAQ

Which is better for a party, Bora Bora or IBBIZA?

Bora Bora for an adults-only social party, IBBIZA if you also want a pool and activities. Both are daytime party clubs, not nightclubs.

Is Bora Bora adults only?

Yes, 18 and over, no exceptions.

Can I take kids to IBBIZA?

Children from 3 years old are allowed, with a $101 child rate for ages 3 to 5. The atmosphere is festive and the music is loud.

Which club has a pool?

IBBIZA has a saltwater pool. Bora Bora does not advertise a pool.

Is there an open bar?

No at the standard passes. Bora Bora includes a welcome cocktail. IBBIZA includes a welcome cocktail, two national beers and water or soda. Extra drinks are paid on the island.

Which club is cheaper?

IBBIZA, by $22 per adult in both standard and VIP, plus a lower pier cash payment.

Where do the boats leave from?

Bora Bora from Muelle de La Bodeguita, Gate 3. IBBIZA from Muelle Todomar in Bocagrande.

Are the pier fees included?

No. Bora Bora guests pay COP 31,500 park fee plus COP 8,800 insurance in cash. IBBIZA guests pay COP 31,500 park fee in cash.

Can I visit both in one day?

Not with the regular day passes, since each has its own boat schedule. For a custom itinerary, ask us about a private boat.

What if the sea is rough?

Tours are only cancelled when the port authority suspends navigation, and you receive a full refund or a new date.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

No, outside food and drinks are not allowed at either club.

Our pick

For an adult party, we put Bora Bora first. For a party with a pool, activities, two beers included and a lower price, we put IBBIZA first. Either way, book the VIP version if the best seat matters to you.

How to Book With Cartagena Day Tours

1. Choose Bora Bora (Club or VIP) or IBBIZA Island (Beach Club or VIP).
2. Pick your date and number of guests, then pay online at checkout or through WhatsApp.
3. You receive a confirmation email with your meeting point and check-in time.
4. Cancel or reschedule free up to 72 hours before departure. Tours cancelled for unsafe sea conditions get a full refund or a new date.

You can also browse all Rosario Islands day passes, read our Rosario Islands day trip guide or see whether the Rosario Islands are worth visiting.