![]() Fares range between $70,000 COP and 100,000 COL ($16-23 USD), with departures normally around 8am and returning around 4pm. To get to the islands independently, purchase a boat ticket at the Muelle Turístico de la Bodeguita. Located in the Caribbean Sea, the Islas del Rosario are home to some of the most pristine white sand beaches in Colombia. Made up of 28 different islands, this archipelago is protected as the Parque Nacional Natural Corales del Rosario y San Bernardo, under the known for its snorkeling and scuba diving, which allows you to take advantage of its crystal clear waters, coral reef, and abundant array of shipwrecks. Snorkel in the aquamarine Caribbean waters of the Islas del Rosarioįancy exploring a slice of paradise? Cartagena lies on the Caribbean Sea and the most idyllic tour from the city takes you out to the Islas del Rosario, a 45-minute boat journey south. If you want to do it independently, hire a taxi from your accommodation and ask to be taken to where the plankton is most active – and this typically happens around 7pm and 8pm at night. The gorgeous bungalows of Las Islas ($416 USD double) overlook the ocean, while they run snorkeling, cooking classes, and a tour to visit the bioluminescent plankton. Staying overnight is the best way to avoid the hordes of tourists who descend on this beach during the day. It’s also worth pointing out that you can’t swim in this water.Įxperience the magic of bioluminescent plankton as they light up the night with just a wave of your hand. This is highly influenced by the climate, so there’s never any guarantee as to what shade you’ll see. However, the strength of its hues does change according to the weather, and during January and February, and from August to September, the waters are typically at their pinkest. Due to its high levels of salt, the water turns pink. Only 20 minutes away from El Totumo volcano, you’ll find another unique landmark: The Pink sea. Take a road trip to the pink sea of Galerazamba Instead, visit with this private tour ($103 USD pp)*, which departs from Cartagena at 7.30am in order to reach the volcano before bands of other tourists do. Going there on your own is not recommended: you end up being charged significantly more at the entrance to the volcano if you come independently than with a tour. Instead, you may request massages from the attendants for $10,000 COL (around $2 USD) while rinsing up in a nearby lagoon. ![]() You won’t be sprinkled with holy water, though. Visitors may climb into the volcano – via a staircase built on its side – to bathe in the warm, muddy crater. Take advantage of the Totumo Mud Bath, where the mineral-rich mud is said to boost your immunity, soften your skin, and rejuvenate your body. It used to spew lava – allegedly – but now produces just mud enriched with sulfur, iron, calcium, and silica, among other minerals. It’s not as you’d expect, however: standing at only 15-meter tall, it’s one of the world’s smallest volcanoes. Jump into a volcano crater at El Totumo, Santa Catalinaīelieved to possess a healing ability, El Totumo volcano attracts both domestic and international tourists alike. If you’ve got more time, take the bus from Cartagena to Mompós (5.5 hours 70,000 COP ($14 USD)) and stay in one of the town’s flurry of delightful boutique hotels, such as the Bioma Boutique Hotel ($90 USD double), with its wonderful rooftop terrace with a hot tub and unforgettable sunset views. If you want to dive deeper beneath the surface, try this two-day, one-night tour from Cartagena ($1,051 USD pp)*, which takes you to Mompox and gives you the opportunity to meet a local dance school to learn about the region’s musical and dancing heritage, as well as a tour of the town’s stunning streets. Swim, rent a jet ski, or bike along the coastline pick whichever activities you like!Įxplore the beautiful colonial-era architecture of Mompox‘s stunning cathedral and take in the rich culture of this vibrant city. La Boquilla – a fishing village 17 kilometers north of Cartagena – is famous for having some of the best beaches in the area and, because they’re not a hub of partying like others in the region, you can expect clearer water and rubbish-free beaches. Getting around in Cartagena de Indias, Colombiaġ.Party with the young and young-at-heart Tierra Bomba Island.Find beaches to die for in Parque Nacional Tayrona Learn about the culture of the Palenqueros in Palenque de San Basilio ![]() Snorkel in the aquamarine Caribbean waters of the Islas del Rosario Be dazzled by bioluminescent plankton in the waters of Playa Blanca, Isla Barú Jump into a volcano crater at El Totumo, Santa Catalina Take a tour out to Colombia’s prettiest town and learn about its musical heritage Learn the traditional rhythms of Colombia’s Caribbean coast in La Boquilla
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