Cartagena: Barú Island & Playa Blanca Tour with Lunch
Bocagrande, Colombia
Direct transport to Playa Blanca on Isla Barú, lunch included, telephone advice in English and Spanish throughout the tour, transport and pick-up at the hotel or meeting point.
Barú Island Beach Day Tour from Cartagena
This full-day tour from Cartagena suits travellers seeking a beach escape with a native guide, lunch, and hotel transfer.
Description
Begin with a morning pickup from your hotel in Bocagrande, Laguito, or Castillo Grande. Guests outside these areas join at a designated meeting point. Travel by air-conditioned bus through the Mamonal industrial zone to the bridge linking Cartagena and Barú Island.
Along the route, see the towns of Ararca and Santana, plus the fishing village of Barú, before arriving at Playa Blanca. This beach offers 2.4 kilometers of white sand and free time to swim, sunbathe, or book optional water activities such as snorkeling, jet skiing, or banana boat rides.
Enjoy a traditional Caribbean lunch featuring fish or pork, coconut rice, patacón (twice-fried plantain slices), and salad. Return to Cartagena in the late afternoon by bus.
Highlights
- Pickup and drop-off from selected hotels or meeting points in Cartagena
- Traditional Caribbean lunch included
- Telephone support and English-speaking assistance throughout the tour
- Guided by a native local expert
Includes
- Hotel pickup and return from select Cartagena areas
- Native guide
- Air-conditioned bus or van transportation
- Lunch: fish or pork, coconut rice, patacón, and salad
- Telephone support and English-language assistance during the tour
Excludes
- Drinks
- Boat and natural park access fees
- Comprehensive insurance (8,800 COP)
Important Information
- Appointment is scheduled one hour before activity start (8:10 a.m.)
- Hotel guests in Bocagrande, Laguito, or Castillogrande will be picked up in their lobby
- Pickup time is confirmed by WhatsApp or phone call, typically between 7:00 and 7:40 a.m.
- Guests staying downtown must meet at Muelle de Los Pegasos in Cartagena's historic center between 7:50 and 8:10 a.m.
- Those not staying in specified hotels should use the meeting point at Muelle de Los Pegasos
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For a smooth experience, bring swimwear, sunscreen, and cash for optional activities. The best time to visit is during the dry season for calm seas and sun.
