VIARE · Experiences
Experience Guide · 2026
Cartagena
de Indias
Colombia · Walled City · Rosario Islands · Caribbean
Islands Gastronomy Culture & City Lifestyle Mangroves Accommodation Boats & Yachts Water Sports
UNESCO World Heritage · Colombian Caribbean
Colorful streets, walls steeped in history, islands 45 minutes away by boat, a gastronomy that surprises at every corner and an atmosphere that makes you feel welcome from the very first moment. Cartagena is one of those cities that captures you on day one and never lets go.
Experience Guide
This guide brings together a curated selection of the best experiences in Cartagena de Indias. From the most exclusive Caribbean to the most authentic city, each experience has been hand-picked by VIARE to guarantee quality, authenticity and unforgettable moments. Reach out and we will design your tailor-made itinerary.
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History · Culture · Nightlife
The Walled City
From the Historic Center to the most authentic Getsemaní. Cartagena experienced from within.
VIARE Exclusive
City Tour
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Historic Center, Getsemaní, Castillo San Felipe and La Popa. Exclusive tour with private guide, snack and drink included. Approx. 4 hours.
Approx. 4 hours · Private group · Snack and drink included
VIARE Exclusive
Walking Tour
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Exclusive walking tour through the heart of Cartagena. Historic Center and Getsemaní: colonial squares, living history, architecture, local culture and street art.
Approx. 2 hours · Private group · Snack and drink included
City Tour by Chiva
$80,000per person
Tour through historic and modern city · Bocagrande and Laguito · Guide · Castillo San Felipe entrance · Zapatos Viejos · Walk through squares and streets of the walled city. Hotel pickup included.
Schedule 1: 9:00am to 1:00pm
Schedule 2: 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Schedule subject to current traffic regulations.
Chiva Rumbera
$45,000per person
Night tour through Bocagrande, Torre del Reloj, Walls and Calle del Arsenal. Entertainment · nightclub cover included · photo stops. Drinks not included.
Schedule 1: 7:00pm to 9:00pm · Botas Viejas, Castillo San Felipe, Letras de Cartagena
Schedule 2: 9:15pm to 11:00pm · Botas Viejas, Letras de Cartagena.
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Sea · Islands · Bay
Water Experiences
From catamarans to beach clubs in the Rosario Islands. The Caribbean as it should be lived.
Sailing & Day Trips
Catamaran Day Trip · Isla Grande & Beach Club
$370,000per person
Two island stops. Beachfront lunch: fish, chicken or salad. 4 beers per person.
Departure: 8:30 am · Return: 3:00 pm · Child $300,000
Catamaran Day Trip · Isla Grande & Punta Gigante
$390,000per person
Two stops in calm turquoise waters. Includes snacks, unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, lunch and snorkel gear.
Departure: 8:30 am · Return: 3:00 pm · Child 7-14 $195,000 · 0-6 free · Rates include port fee
Five Islands Tour
$320,000per person
Five iconic stops in one day: Beach Club at Playa Blanca, snorkel at Isla Grande, Cholón, Beach Club in the Rosario Islands and Tierra Bomba. Speed boat transfer, welcome drink and bilingual guide included.
Departure: 7:00 am · Return: 4:00 pm · Lunch voucher $30,000 · Port fee not included $31,500
Top 3 Islands
$460,000per person
3 beach clubs in the Rosario Islands by speedboat. Welcome cocktail at each stop, bilingual guide, panoramic tour, lunch + drink and hydration on board included.
Departure: 8:00 am · Return: 3:30 pm · 18+ only · Port fee not included $31,500
VIARE Exclusive
Private Boat or Yacht
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An exclusive experience just for you. Choose to explore the Rosario Islands and Barú or watch the sunset with Cartagena lit up from the bay. Private vessel, professional crew and the freedom to enjoy the sea at your own pace.
Exclusive for your group · Schedule to be arranged
Beach Clubs & Sea Experiences
Day Pass Premium
$550,000 per person
Private beach club in the Rosario Islands. Speed boat transport, all-day open bar: seasonal whisky, margarita, capri cocktail, piña colada, cuba libre, coco loco, lemonade, soda and beer. Lunch with 5 options, 60-min panoramic tour, paddle board and snorkel.
Departure: 8:15 am · Return: 3:00 pm · Port fee not included $31,500
Day Pass Classic
$460,000 per person
Private beach club in the Rosario Islands. Speed boat transport, 45-min panoramic tour, lunch with 5 options + drink, open bar from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, paddle board and snorkel.
Departure: 8:15 am · Return: 3:00 pm · Child $300,000 · Port fee not included $31,500
Day Pass VIP
$490,000per person
Exclusive beach club in the Rosario Islands. VIP Area + Club access, speedboat transport, special welcome cocktail, 10+ lunch options and beach bed or sun lounger included.
Departure: 8:00 am · 18+ only · Port fee not included $31,500
Day Pass Club
$390,000per person
Beach club in the Rosario Islands. Speedboat transport, welcome cocktail, 5 lunch options and beach bed or sun lounger included.
Departure: 8:00 am · 18+ only · Port fee not included $31,500
Day Pass Isla
$390,000per person
Beach club in the Rosario Islands. Speedboat transport, welcome cocktail, 5 lunch options, sun lounger and freshwater pool included.
Departure: 8:00 am · Ages 12+ · Port fee not included $31,500
Beach Indulgence Day
$340,000per person
Beach club at Tierra Bomba. Transport, welcome cocktail, traditional snack, main course, ice cream dessert and coffee, 15-min massage, sun lounger, towel and pool included.
Departure: 10:00 am or 11:30 am · Port fee not included $18,000
Day Pass Luxury
$280,000per person
Luxury beach club at Tierra Bomba. Maritime transport, welcome drink, oshibori, sun lounger at Zona Kai and towel included.
Departure: 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 am · Child $184,000 · Lunch not included
Day Pass Luxury Premium
$440,000per person
Luxury beach club at Tierra Bomba. Maritime transport, welcome drink, oshibori, sun lounger at Zona Kai, towel and lunch included.
Departure: 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 am · Child $273,000
Classic Day Pass
$200,000per person
Beach club at Tierra Bomba. Maritime transport, facility use, cocktail, wine or two soft drinks and main course included.
Towel not included
Full Day Pass
$260,000per person
Beach club at Tierra Bomba. Maritime transport, facility use, cocktail, wine or two soft drinks, main course, dessert and 15-min massage included.
Towel not included
Day Pass Playa Tranquila
$230,000per person
Day pass at a hotel in Barú at Playa Tranquila. Maritime transport by speedboat, lunch and welcome drink included.
Departure: 9:00 am · Return: 3:00 pm · Port fee not included $31,500
Islands & Oceanarium
$280,000per person
Explore the Rosario Islands and visit the Oceanarium. Panoramic tour, maritime transfer and Oceanarium entrance included.
Departure: 8:00 am · Return: 4:00 pm · Lunch voucher $30,000 · Port fee not included $31,500
Sunset & Dinners in the Bay
Sunset Cruise
$134,000per person
Sail Cartagena Bay at sunset. Typical mini fritos, one alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink and bar service on board included. Rates include departure taxes.
Boarding: 4:30 pm · Disembarkation: 7:00 pm · Child 7-14 $67,000 · Under 6 free
Sunset Catamaran
$170,000per person
Experience an unforgettable sunset in Cartagena Bay. 2-hour cruise, unlimited selected drinks and appetizers included.
Boarding: 5:15 pm · Return: 7:15 pm · Child 5-12 $135,000 · Port fee not included $18,000
Party Dinner Cruise
$150,000per person
A night of history and rhythm in Cartagena Bay. Night panoramic cruise, two drinks of your choice and street food-style dish included.
Meeting: 6:30 pm · Departure: 7:00 pm · Return: 9:00 pm
Master Dinner
$220,000per person
Fine dining on the move in Cartagena Bay. Night panoramic cruise, 3-course menu with two glasses of wine, table service and elegant musical ambiance.
Meeting: 6:30 pm · Departure: 7:00 pm · Return: 9:00 pm
03
Flavors · Tours · Markets
Gastronomy & Street Food
From the most iconic market to the finest café. Cartagena cuisine in all its forms.
Getsemaní Street Food
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Getsemaní overflows with local pride. Its giant murals, alleyways and neighborhood houses tell the story of the city. Join us to discover its kitchens, flavors and secrets through 7 tastings of typical bites and drinks. Local beer and water included.
Schedule: Mon to Sat 3:30 pm · 2 hours · Min. 2 people
Rum & Chocolate Tasting
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A sensory journey through Colombia in glass and bite. You will taste 8 artisanal rums paired with fine-origin cacao chocolates and local bites, while learning the rich history of Colombian rum. An experience that connects the palate with culture.
Schedule: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm · 1h 45 min · Min. 2 people
Fruit & Ice Cream Tasting
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A journey through the fruit biodiversity of the Colombian Caribbean. You will touch, cut and taste the most iconic coastal fruits like a local, finishing by preparing and savoring a traditional Colombian artisan dessert.
Schedule: 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm or 4:00 pm · 1h 10 min · Min. 2 people
Caribbean Cooking Class
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An authentic culinary experience in professional kitchens with a view of Castillo San Felipe. You will learn to prepare Caribbean dishes guided by a bilingual chef. Welcome drink, 3-course menu and digital recipe included.
Schedule: Mon to Sat 10:30 am or 5:00 pm · 3 hours
Bazurto Market Tour + Cooking Class
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Culture, flavor and learning in one experience. Explore the vibrant Bazurto market for 2 hours and then cook with the ingredients you discovered, guided by a bilingual chef. Transport, 3-course menu and digital recipe included.
Schedule: flexible · 5 hours
04
Culture · Wellness · Shopping
Lifestyle & Unique Experiences
Classes, workshops and experiences that go beyond tourism. Cartagena felt and learned.
Dance Classes
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Learn salsa, champeta, vallenato or cumbia with bilingual instructors in the heart of Getsemaní. Group or private classes available. Welcome mojito included.
Schedule: flexible · 1 hour
Salsa Tour
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A night of rhythm and flavor through the salsa bars of Cartagena. Discover the city's music scene led by locals who live and breathe Caribbean son.
Schedule: evening · flexible
Masajes & Spa
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Disconnect from the city rhythm with therapeutic massages or spa rituals selected by VIARE. Each session is designed to renew body and mind in the Colombian Caribbean.
Schedule: flexible · Home service or spa · Prior booking required
Water Sports
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The Colombian Caribbean at its finest. Paddleboard at dawn, kitesurf with Caribbean winds, surf perfect waves or snorkel among coral reefs. The waters surrounding Cartagena are the perfect stage for those seeking adrenaline and freedom.
Schedule: flexible · Subject to sea conditions
Crafts & Souvenirs
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In Cartagena, Colombian craftsmanship holds a special place. Unique handmade pieces with history. We will accompany you to browse at leisure and choose what truly calls to you.
Schedule: flexible · Guided or self-guided
Colombian Fashion & Jewelry
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Colombia dresses differently. Local designers blending Caribbean heritage with contemporary trends, alongside gold, silver and Colombian emerald jewelry. A unique opportunity to take home something beyond a souvenir.
Schedule: flexible · Personalized advice available
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Nature · Ecotourism
Nature & Community Tourism
Unique ecosystems, wildlife and community tourism. The Cartagena few get to know.
Las Chambaculeras
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Chambaculera boat tour from the India Catalina statue through Cartagena lagoons to the mangroves. Mangroves and birds in their natural habitat. Community guide, traditional fried snack and souvenir included.
Schedule: Wed to Fri 11:00 am / 3:00 pm · Weekends 2:00 / 5:00 pm
Mangroves
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Native canoe through mangrove tunnels to La Boquilla beach. Traditional lunch included: patacones, coconut rice and a portion of fish.
Schedule: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm · Min. 2 people
Birdwatching in the Mangroves
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Native boat through the La Boquilla mangroves to spot native and migratory birds. Specialized guide, visit to Ciénaga de Juan Polo and ecosystem education included.
Schedule: Morning 5:40 am · Afternoon 3:30 pm · Transport included
Native Fishing & Cooking
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With a local fisherman, cast nets and catch crabs in the Ciénaga de Juan Polo, then cook them with garlic in a native home. Lunch included from the day's catch. Hammock time.
Departure: 8:30 am · Return: 1:30 pm
San Basilio de Palenque
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The first free town in the Americas and a UNESCO Heritage site. Community tour of the territory, live musical show with ancestral drums, typical cuisine and traditional Palenque lunch. All included from Cartagena.
Departure: from Cartagena · 1h 40min journey · Min. 2 people
San Jacinto y Montes de María
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A land where memory, art and cultural resistance are expressed through traditional weavings and gaita music. Community tour with tradition bearers, meeting with artisans, musical show and traditional lunch from Cartagena.
Departure: 6:30 am · Return: 4:00 pm
Coral Restoration & Native Traditions
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Regenerative experience in the Rosario Islands Archipelago: coral restoration, snorkel in marine ecosystems and community visit to the native Orika territory. Specialized guide, traditional lunch and maritime transport included.
Rosario Islands · Environmental education · Lunch and transport included
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Hotels · Apartments · Villas
Where to Stay
Curated options for every travel style. VIARE guides you to the best choice based on your dates and preferences.
Boutique Hotels
17th-century colonial houses turned into unique hotels inside the Walled City. History, design and personalized service.
Check availability · Advisory included
Apartamentos
Private spaces in your preferred neighborhood. Ideal for groups, families or extended stays.
Check availability · Advisory included
Private Villas
Total exclusivity. Private-pool villas for groups and special trips. The most premium option in Cartagena.
Check availability · Advisory included
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Subject to availability · 2026