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Island Hopping Tours from Cartagena
Island hopping tours combine two or more islands, beach clubs, or snorkeling stops into a single guided day, so you see more of the Rosario Islands and San Bernardo Islands archipelagos instead of settling into one beach club from arrival to departure. A shared or private speedboat carries the group between stops on a set schedule, with beach time, snorkeling, and lunch built in.
What Is Island Hopping in Cartagena?
Instead of booking a single beach club day pass, an island hopping tour visits two to four islands in one day with a bilingual guide handling the logistics: transportation, timing, and coordination between stops. It suits travelers who want variety, first-time visitors who aren't sure which island fits their style, and anyone who'd rather sample the archipelago than commit to one destination. If you already know exactly where you want to spend the day, a single-destination day pass in the Rosario Islands, Tierra Bomba, or Barú is usually the simpler choice.
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Top 3 Rosario Islands ($159, adults only): the most complete island hopping day available, visiting Pao Pao, Islabela, and Bora Bora Beach Club in one trip. A welcome cocktail at each of the three stops, a panoramic tour of the archipelago on the way out, and lunch at Islabela. Pao Pao opens the day with mangroves and crystal-clear water, Islabela is the calm midday stop where lunch is served, and Bora Bora closes it out with DJ music and the Rosario Islands' best-known party atmosphere.
Top 2 Rosario Islands Tour ($125): a shorter version for travelers who want variety without a full three-stop day. Visits Mangata Beach Club and Rosario del Mar, with a guided snorkeling stop at a sunken plane in between and a Caribbean lunch at Rosario del Mar.
3 Rosario Islands Tour ($134): combines Cocoa Beach Club, Coralina Beach with guided snorkeling, and Hotel Isla del Encanto, where a buffet lunch and open bar are included: the best value among the multi-stop tours if open bar matters to your group.
Rosario Islands Snorkeling & Oceanarium Tour ($79): the most affordable island hopping option and the most sightseeing-heavy. Passes San Fernando Fort in Bocachica and Pablo Escobar's abandoned mansion, stops for guided snorkeling in a tropical lagoon, spends beach time at Isla Marina, has lunch at Isla Grande, then finishes with a choice between the Rosario Islands Oceanarium or extra beach time at Islabela.
Bonavida Luxury Catamaran (from $59): for a more relaxed, boat-focused version of island hopping. Choose the full-day Rosario Islands catamaran cruise ($129) or the shorter Sunset Cruise through Cartagena Bay ($59), which is less about hopping between beach clubs and more about the journey itself aboard a catamaran.
Farther Out: San Bernardo Islands
Two tours head past the Rosario Islands to the San Bernardo Islands, roughly 2 hours each way, for travelers who've already done the closer archipelago or want something further afield. Tritonia Beach Club ($146, adults only) is the party option on Isla Tintipán: DJ music, cocktails, and a Caribbean lunch with a choice of protein. Isla Múcura Day Trip ($99) is the nature-and-culture alternative: stops at Tintipán Island, a panoramic view of Casa en el Agua, a visit to the floating village of Santa Cruz del Islote, and beach time with lunch at Isla Múcura.
Island Hopping vs. a Single Beach Club Day Pass
Island hopping makes sense when you want to sample different atmospheres in one day or you're not sure which beach club fits your group. A single day pass makes more sense when you already know where you want to be and would rather spend the full day at one destination without travel time between stops. If you're after the widest possible selection of single-destination day passes, browse all island day passes and beach clubs in Cartagena.
How to Choose the Right Island Hopping Tour
For the most complete day, Top 3 Rosario Islands covers the widest range of atmospheres in a single trip. For a shorter, less expensive taste of two islands, Top 2 Rosario Islands Tour or the Snorkeling & Oceanarium Tour are the better fit. Traveling with kids or want a calmer pace? Most of these multi-stop tours are adults-focused by design, so for family-friendly options, browse family-friendly island experiences instead. Groups that specifically want the party atmosphere throughout the day should look at adults-only beach clubs and island day trips, which includes Tritonia and Bora Bora.
Not sure which tour fits your group, or planning for more than 6 people? Contact us via WhatsApp and our team will help you pick the right stops and confirm availability before you book.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Prices range from $79/person (Rosario Islands Snorkeling & Oceanarium Tour) to $159/person (Top 3 Rosario Islands), with most multi-stop tours in the $125–$150 range. San Bernardo Islands tours (Tritonia, Isla Múcura) run $99–$146/person.
Most Rosario Islands multi-stop tours run from around 8:00 AM to 4:30–5:00 PM. San Bernardo Islands tours (Tritonia, Isla Múcura) start earlier, around 5:30–6:00 AM, because the crossing takes roughly 2 hours each way.
Some are, but several of the most popular ones, including Top 3 Rosario Islands and Tritonia Beach Club, are adults-only because they include stops at adults-only beach clubs. Check each tour's inclusions before booking, or choose from our family-friendly island experiences for a calmer, all-ages day.
All tours include round-trip speedboat transportation, a guide, and lunch at one of the stops. Most include a welcome cocktail at each island. National park entrance fees and maritime insurance (roughly $10 USD/person total) are typically paid in cash at the pier and are not included in the listed price. Full details are on each product page.
Yes. If you'd rather skip the shared speedboat and set your own pace and stops, explore our private boat rentals and yacht charters, which can be customized to visit multiple islands in a single private charter. Contact us via WhatsApp to build a custom private itinerary.