Rosario Islands Express 3 in 1 — Oceanarium, Snorkel & Raccoons
Rosario Express Half Day
$87.00
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Rosario Islands Express 3 in 1 — Oceanarium, Snorkel & Raccoons
$87.00
Rosario Express 3 in 1 from Cartagena: Raccoons, Oceanarium and Snorkeling in Half a Day
Short on time but want to see the Rosario Islands? This Rosario Islands express tour fits three experiences into one morning: a stop to see raccoons in the mangroves, 90 minutes at the Rosario Islands Oceanarium, and snorkeling in coral waters with a second stop over a sunken plane.
You leave Cartagena by speedboat at 8:00 AM, cruise past the San Fernando Fort and an abandoned island mansion, and are back at the pier around 12:30 PM. Choose between two options when you book: Half Day, back around 12:30 PM, or Full Day + Lunch (also called Plan Golden), which continues to the beach at Tropical Inn, Tierra Bomba, with lunch and a pool until 4:00 PM.
Meeting point: Muelle de la Bodeguita, Puerta #1, at 7:10 AM · Boat departs 8:00 AM · Back at the pier ~12:30 PM
Options: Half Day (back at the pier ~12:30 PM) or Full Day + Lunch with Plan Golden (beach and lunch at Tropical Inn, back ~4:00 PM)
Dock fees: Port tax COP 31,500 (~USD 8) + Assistance insurance COP 8,800 (~USD 2) per person · Paid at the pier · Not included
Booking: Full payment at checkout · Instant confirmation email with your meeting point
Best for: Travelers with a short schedule, families, couples, and first time visitors who want the Oceanarium and snorkeling without a full day
Oceanarium entrance (90 minutes), snorkel gear, underwater photos, and a snack are included. Optional extras are paid separately.
- Three experiences in one morning: raccoons, the Oceanarium, and snorkeling
- Oceanarium entrance is included, with 90 minutes to explore and watch the animal show
- Two snorkeling stops: coral waters in the Rosario Islands and a sunken plane
- Underwater photos and snorkel gear (mask and vest) included
- Panoramic views of the San Fernando Fort, an abandoned island mansion, and the Rosario Islands
- Back in Cartagena around 12:30 PM, so your afternoon stays free
- Choose the Full Day + Lunch option (Plan Golden) to extend the day with lunch and beach time at Tropical Inn
7:10 AMMeet at Muelle de la Bodeguita, Puerta #1
8:00 AMSpeedboat departure from Cartagena
PanoramicViews of the San Fernando Fort and an abandoned island mansion from the water, with commentary from your guide
~8:35 AMRaccoon stop in the mangroves
9:15 AMArrival at the Oceanarium: 90 minutes to explore, see the animals, and watch the show
10:45 AMSnorkeling in coral waters with colorful fish, with underwater photos
~11:30 AMSecond snorkeling stop over the sunken plane
~11:45 AMReturn to Cartagena with a panoramic cruise through the Rosario Islands
~12:30 PMArrival back at Muelle de la Bodeguita
Stop order and times may change depending on weather, sea conditions, and port authority instructions.
The Full Day + Lunch option, also called Plan Golden, is for guests who want to keep enjoying the Caribbean after the Rosario Express. The tour route is the same as the Half Day, but instead of returning to the pier around 12:30 PM, you continue to Tropical Inn on Tierra Bomba for beach time, lunch, and facilities until 4:00 PM.
- Beach access at Tropical Inn, Tierra Bomba
- Lunch with a choice of dishes, plus a non alcoholic drink
- Freshwater pool, tents, sun loungers, showers, and restrooms
- Beach time from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Return to Cartagena around 4:00 PM
Pick Half Day or Full Day + Lunch in the Choose Your Option selector when you book. Lunch dishes may vary, and your guide will confirm the menu on the day.
- Round trip speedboat transportation from Cartagena
- Panoramic views of the San Fernando Fort, the abandoned mansion, and the Rosario Islands
- Raccoon stop in the mangroves
- Oceanarium visit and entrance, 90 minutes
- Snorkeling in the Rosario Islands, with fish sightings
- Snorkeling over the sunken plane
- Snorkel gear (mask and vest)
- Underwater photos
- Water or juice and a snack
- You may bring your own food and drinks on board
- Port tax: COP 31,500 per person (~USD 8), paid at the pier
- Assistance insurance: COP 8,800 per person (~USD 2), paid at the pier
- Swimming with dolphins: COP 140,000 per person (~USD 36), optional
- Swimming with sharks: COP 50,000 per person (~USD 13), optional
- Guided snorkel and marine species viewing with biologists at the Oceanarium: COP 70,000 per person (~USD 18), optional
- Hotel pickup
- Lunch (included only with the Full Day + Lunch option)
- Personal expenses
- Bring a photo ID, either the physical document or a photo on your phone
- Bring a swimsuit, biodegradable sunscreen, a towel, a cap, and a change of dry clothes
- Boat rides can be bumpy depending on weather and sea conditions
- Arrive at the pier by 7:10 AM: the boat leaves at 8:00 AM
- The dolphin swim, shark swim, and guided Oceanarium snorkel are optional extras paid separately on site
- Snorkel gear is provided, so you do not need to bring your own
What is the Rosario Express 3 in 1?
It is a morning Rosario Islands express tour from Cartagena that combines three experiences: a raccoon stop in the mangroves, a 90 minute visit to the Oceanarium, and snorkeling in coral waters and over a sunken plane. It also includes panoramic views of the San Fernando Fort, an abandoned island mansion, and the Rosario Islands.
How long is the tour?
You meet at the pier at 7:10 AM, the speedboat leaves at 8:00 AM, and you are back at Muelle de la Bodeguita around 12:30 PM. Times may vary with sea conditions and port authority instructions.
Is the Oceanarium entrance included?
Yes. Entrance and a 90 minute visit to the Rosario Islands Oceanarium are included. Swimming with dolphins, swimming with sharks, and the guided biologist snorkel are optional and paid separately on site.
Is snorkeling included?
Yes. The tour has two snorkeling stops, one in coral waters and one over a sunken plane. Mask and vest are included, along with underwater photos.
Is lunch included?
No. The standard tour includes water or juice and a snack, and you may bring your own food and drinks on board. Lunch is included with the Full Day + Lunch option (Plan Golden), which continues to Tropical Inn on Tierra Bomba.
What is the difference between Half Day and Full Day + Lunch?
Both options follow the same tour route. The Half Day returns to the pier around 12:30 PM. The Full Day + Lunch option, also called Plan Golden, adds beach time at Tropical Inn, Tierra Bomba, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. It includes lunch with a choice of dishes, a non alcoholic drink, and use of the freshwater pool, tents, sun loungers, showers, and restrooms.
What fees do I pay at the pier?
Every guest pays two fees at the pier: the port tax (COP 31,500 ≈ USD 8) and assistance insurance (COP 8,800 ≈ USD 2). Neither is included in the tour price.
What's the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 72 hours before departure. No refund within 72 hours. If the tour is cancelled due to unsafe sea conditions, you receive a full refund or the option to reschedule at no charge.
Booking conditions
- Full payment required at time of booking
- Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 72 hours before departure
- No refund for cancellations within 72 hours of departure
- Rescheduling subject to availability; contact us via WhatsApp
- Tour cancelled due to unsafe sea conditions: full refund or free reschedule
- Secure checkout: Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal accepted
Antoni's tip: your Cartagena insider
This is the easiest way to see the Rosario Islands if your schedule is tight: you are back before 1:00 PM and still get the Oceanarium and two snorkeling stops. If you would rather not rush back, choose the Full Day + Lunch option and spend the afternoon at Tropical Inn with lunch and the pool. Keep your phone ready for the first part of the ride, when the boat passes the San Fernando Fort.
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