Cartagena: Sunset + Glowing Plankton at Playa Blanca

Baru Island, Colombia



Enjoy a unique experience in Cartagena with sunset at Playa Blanca, bus transportation, and the magical natural show of bioluminescent plankton, where the water glows on contact.

Highlights

  • You'll have the unforgettable experience of luminous plankton!
  • You'll enjoy a magical sunset on the beaches of Baru!
  • You'll swim in crystal-clear waters in the Colombian Caribbean!

Description

Live an unforgettable experience leaving Cartagena by ground transportation to Playa Blanca, Barú. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy one of the most renowned beaches in the Colombian Caribbean, with free time to relax and watch a beautiful sunset by the sea. As night falls, you'll take part in the bioluminescent plankton experience, a natural phenomenon where bioluminescent microorganisms illuminate the water as they move, creating a unique visual show. The activity is carried out with a guide and a prior explanation for greater safety and enjoyment. During the activity, there will be a nighttime tour by canoe or boat to the viewing area, where you can swim, touch the water, and see how it glows around you. The plan ends with drop-off in Cartagena in the evening, leaving you with magical souvenirs of a different kind of natural experience.

Includes

Round-trip bus transportation from Cartagena Time in Playa Blanca Sunset viewing Glowing plankton experience Assistance during the activity Lifejacket Medical assistance insurance

Excludes

Food Extra or alcoholic drinks Professional photographs or videos Items of a personal nature Activities not specified in the plan

Important Information

  • Arrive at the meeting point in advance Protect personal belongings from water Follow the tour guide's instructions The glow of the plankton depends on natural conditions Avoid using creams before entering the water

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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