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15 Best Cartagena Snorkeling Tours

The snorkel runs to the Rosario reefs: coral gardens an hour off the coast, VIP sport boats that skip the slow crossing and guides who know which coves hold fish. The water clears the further the city drops behind.

2.Island Hopping Snorkel Paradise VIP service ( Sports Boat )

Discover Cartagena’s Rosario Islands with this full-day snorkel tour. Enjoy private islands, vibrant marine life, delicious local food, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Full day experience, boat ride to the islands, two snorkeling, excursions two islands and a sandbar. All of this was fantastic. Ride was about 45 minutes ago of rapid boat travel. Islands were safe and beautiful”

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3.Cartagena VIP Boat Tour: Rosario Islands & Snorkel

Discover Cartagena’s Rosario Islands on a full-day VIP boat tour with snorkeling, island hopping, delicious local food, and flexible upgrades for snacks and massages.

★ 5.0

“My son and I had a great time on this VIP snorkeling trip. Our tour guide - John was very nice and made sure we were all having a good time. Thank you for a great experience to the beautiful island of Rosario!”

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4.Excursion to the Rosario Islands with Lunch and Snorkeling

Experience a full day in the Rosario Islands with snorkeling, delicious included lunch, and relaxing boat rides—perfect for those seeking scenic beauty and leisure.

★ 4.5

“This was a 10/10 for us. It was chill--open space to move around and take photos, not many vendors, no wait for drinks on board, everyone was kind and friendly but also to themselves. I ordered many limonadas de cocos and they were a great…”

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5.Full Day 5 Best Rosario Islands Spots Make Friends & do Snorkel

Discover Cartagena’s Rosario Islands on this full-day snorkel tour, visiting historic forts, private beaches, lively party spots, and enjoying delicious local food.

★ 4.5

“The first island we stopped at. I wish we spent more time there it was magical instead of being just 45mins. But everything was really great I will definitely recommended to anyone.”

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6.Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca Tour with Snorkeling or Aquarium

Discover Cartagena’s Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca with snorkeling or aquarium visits, guided tours, stunning scenery, and delicious Caribbean cuisine for a memorable day trip.

★ 5.0

“Awesome trip to the Rosario Islands with good guides. Went snorkeling in super clear water over some reefs and saw tons of fish and wildlife. Provided lunch was excellent.”

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7.Full Day Barú island: Mangrove +Snorkel + Sunset + Plankton

Explore Barú Island with snorkeling, mangroves, sunsets, and bioluminescent plankton on a full-day tour. Authentic Caribbean experience for adventurous travelers.

★ 3.7

“La experiencia nadando en el plancton fue inolvidable. Me encantó que tomaran fotos en cada actividad y luego las compartieran con el grupo. Hermosa la playa en Freedom Club.”

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10.Adventure full day Isla Barú + Mangroves + Snorkel + bioluminescent plankton

Experience a full day on Isla Barú with snorkeling, mangroves, bioluminescent plankton, and pristine beaches, offering authentic Caribbean adventure for $56.

★ 4.0

“Where do I begin? Let's start with only book this tour if you or one of your party speak fluent Spanish and you have no difficulty hoisting yourself in and out of boats, since they use small boats with no ladders. Also do not book…”

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12.Cartagena: 5-Island Trip by Boat with Lunch and Snorkeling

Discover Cartagena's beauty on a 10-hour boat tour visiting 5 islands with snorkeling, lunch, and bioluminescent plankton viewing. An authentic water adventure.

★ 3.6

“Excellent crew and captain! The boat was so modern and powerful! The lunch was really good, at a great little island hang-out, and the party scene in the water, was a hoot! We would recommend this company!”

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13.5 Islands Tour from Cartagena Including Snorkeling and Lunch

Discover Cartagena’s stunning islands with this full-day tour, featuring snorkeling, beaches, and local food, for a balanced mix of adventure and relaxation.

★ 4.0

“We had an amazing time! John our tour guide was great! They picked us up from our hotel which was a plus for that early in the morning.”

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14.Adventure 5 Rosario Islands with Snorkel and plankton in Cartagena de indias

Discover the Rosario Islands with snorkeling, bioluminescent plankton, and stunning beaches. A full-day tour blending adventure, scenery, and authentic Caribbean flavor.

★ 3.5

“Our guide Adrianno was fantastic. He went above and beyond explaining everything, courteous and offered to take pictures of us in the water while snorkeling. The food was fantastic and the timing of everything was perfect, bot too long or too short in every stop.…”

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15.5 Islands VIP Escape : Snorkeling, Private Lunch & Open Bar

Discover Cartagena's Rosario Islands with this 5.5-hour VIP tour, including snorkeling, a private lunch, open bar, and visits to lively and tranquil beaches.

★ 4.5

“The boat is quite good, clean, good speed, comfortable to acommodate about 12-15 people. The best part of the trip, no doubt. The view and trip were really nice. The guide agent reaches you in your hotel, which is good to find the way (walking…”

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More Cartagena Snorkeling Tours

3.7Cartagena: 5 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch, Snorkeling, & Bar11.5 hours$159 4.55 islands tour to rosario Islands with snorkeling activity!7 to 8 hours (approx.)$90.00 4.55-Island Rosary Tour with Carthagen Snorkeling and Plankton12 to 15 hours (approx.)$69.00 3.0Full day rosario island, cholon, agua azul, baru and free snorkell7 to 8 hours (approx.)$80.00 4.5Private boat + Private island + Cholon + Snorkeling + Hotel pick up7 to 9 hours (approx.)$860.00 4.5Cartagena : Private boat + Private island + Cholon + Snorkeling7 to 9 hours (approx.)$860.00 4.5Full VIP Day 3 Best Beach Clubs and Amazing Snorkel in Rosario9 hours (approx.)$85.00 3.1Cartagena: Raccoon Island Snorkel, Mangrove, Photos & Lunch7 hours$85 3.5Full Day Tour to 4 Rosario Islands with snorkeling and plankton in Cartagena12 hours (approx.)$65.00 3.6Cartagena: 5 Islands Premium Tour with Lunch and Snorkeling$96 3.05 islands tour with Lunch Snorkeling and Plankton$149.00 3.0Full day in 4 Rosario Islands includes cholon, baru and snorkeling$74.20 2.6Cartagena: tour of the islands with snorkeling, lunch and plankton activity7 hours$75 4.0Cartagena: 5 Rosario Islands, Full party with drinks, Snorkeling and lunch8 hours$132 3.0Cartagena: VIP Tour to Playa Tranquila with snorkeling + Luminous plankton7 hours$76 2.8Playa Blanca: Daytour with Snorkeling and Racoon Sighting7 hours$60 4.5A whole day to the 5 Rosario Islands with snorkeling and plankton8 hours (approx.)$130.00 4.3Cartagena: BARÚ Playa blanca with SNORKELING INCLUDED7 hours$61 3.0Full-day Tour in 5 Islands of Cartagena with Snorkel Included$120.00 3.9CARTAGENA: FULL DAY IN CRISTAL BEACH CLUB VIP+LUNCH+SNORKEL7 hours$70 4.6Cartagena: Rosario Islands Snorkeling and Beach Day Trip8 hours$112 3.8Playa Blanca: Day trip with snorkeling and raccoon sighting7 hours$74 3.7Snorkeling and mangroves with lunch at Baru white beach Cartagena1 day$45

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