Cartagena Boat Tours & Cruises — Islands, Sunset & Kayak Compared
Cartagena is a Caribbean port, so the water is half the trip; pick an island boat day, an evening sunset cruise, or a guided kayak tour through calmer waters.
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4 options
Avg. rating
4.6 - 3,832 reviews
From
$40 USD
Cancellation
Free up to 24h before
Boat Tours & Cruises: what to know before booking
Cartagena is a Caribbean port, so the water is half the trip; pick an island boat day, an evening sunset cruise, or a guided kayak tour through calmer waters.
- Availability
- 4 ticket options compared
- Starting price
- Tickets currently start around $40 USD before checkout fees.
- Rating signal
- Compared options average 4.6 stars across 3,832 traveler reviews.
- Location
- Departures from the Muelle de la Bodeguita pier and Bocagrande marinas near the Old Town
- Best time
- Morning for island trips and calm seas; late afternoon for the sunset sailing
- Ticket note
- Date- and time-specific; boats leave on a fixed schedule, so arrive 30 minutes early
Boat Tours & Cruises in Cartagena
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Everything you should know before you book
Cartagena's bay and the islands beyond it are best seen from the water. Boat day trips run out to the Rosario Islands and Playa Blanca for snorkelling and beach time, while a sunset cruise glides past the walls and modern Bocagrande skyline with a drink in hand as the sky turns pink.
Match the boat to your day. Fast lanchas reach the Rosario Islands quickest but are bumpier; larger boats are slower and steadier. Sunset cruises are the lowest-effort water option and a popular sundowner, while kayak tours suit anyone who wants to paddle the calmer mangrove and bay channels under their own power.
Frequently asked questions
Are Cartagena boat trips rough?
Morning seas are usually calm; afternoons can get choppy. Larger boats ride steadier than fast lanchas if you're prone to seasickness.
What does a sunset cruise include?
Most include a welcome drink and music with views of the walled city, San Felipe Castle, and the Bocagrande skyline at golden hour. Check each listing for what's included.
Do I need experience for a kayak tour?
No — kayak tours stick to calm bay and mangrove waters and include a short briefing, so they suit beginners.