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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Colombia

79 tours  ·  from $20 a head

The coast makes far more sense from the water. The 15 below run from a two-hour sunset sailing to a full day out at the reef, each priced and honest about how much swimming time you actually get.

Cartagena: Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel - The 450-minute boat ride to the Rosario Islands
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Cartagena: Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel

1.Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,479 reviews · 7h 30m · from $107Our pick

Review of Cartagena’s Rosario Islands catamaran cruise, with snorkeling, two swim stops, lunch, drinks, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“I would recomend this activity: the tour on the boat was very funny and well organized. The snorkeling part was OK but there is not much to see and do in the brief stay at the island.”

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Cartagena de Indias: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise - Sailing between Manga and Bocagrande
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Cartagena de Indias: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise

2.2-Hour Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,105 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Review of Cartagena’s 2-hour sunset catamaran cruise, with city views, music, drinks, snacks, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The sunset cruise was great, nice atmosphere. I just wish there was more appetizers . By the time they got to me there was nothing left. It’s no big deal but would be nicer to have some.”

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2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat - The first minutes on the water
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2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

3.2-hour tour in Cartagena Sunset View in party boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 899 reviews · 2 hours · from $22Best value

Cartagena’s two-hour sunset party boat mixes skyline views, rum cocktails, Caribbean music, dancing, an entertainer, and nightclub entry.

“Top experience! We had a great time during our cruise, it was stunning to admire sunset from the boat. The atmosphere was nice and friendly, with good music and people. Our guides immediately welcomed and made us feel among friends. And of course the open bar is a plus :) I recommend!”

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Cartagena: Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Finding the Sibarita boat at La Bodeguita Pier
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Cartagena: Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

4.Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 514 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Review of Cartagena’s 90-minute sunset cruise with open bar, bay views, music, practical tips, costs, and who will enjoy it most.

“We had a wonderful time on the sunset cruise. Although the included drinks were limited coke and rum, rum punch, and rum, the rum punch was absolutely delicious. The staff was great! One of the best things we did in Cartagena.”

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Medellin: Guatapé Day Trip & Boat to Pablo Escobar's Estate - Leaving El Poblado on the colorful bus
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Medellin: Guatapé Day Trip & Boat to Pablo Escobar’s Estate

5.Guatapé Day Trip & Boat to Pablo Escobar’s Estate

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 365 reviews · 10h 30m · from $64

Review of Medellín’s Guatapé day trip, including Peñol Rock, a boat ride to Hacienda La Manuela, food stops, costs, and practical tips.

“We absolutely loved the day pass tour! The tour guides were very professional, knowledgeable, and made the experience truly enjoyable from start to finish. Everything was well-organized, and their friendly attitude made the day even better. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun and memorable experience!”

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Santa Marta: Sailboat day tour to Tayrona Park - The outbound crossing, Taganga Bay to Bahia Concha
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Santa Marta: Sailboat day tour to Tayrona Park

6.Sailboat day tour to Tayrona Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · 7h 30m · from $64

Sail from Santa Marta to Bahia Concha in Tayrona Park for swimming, snorkeling, lunch, paddle boards, and sunset views.

“The boat ride was awesome and the guides were so friendly. The beach was a really good time and the lunch was delicious!”

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Dinner cruise on Cartagena's bay with Sibarita Master - Two hours across Cartagena Bay
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Dinner cruise on Cartagena’s bay with Sibarita Master

Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Pirate Boat Tour with Drinks - Cruising past Bocagrande’s modern towers
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Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Pirate Boat Tour with Drinks

8.Cartagena, CO: Sunset Skyline Pirate Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 256 reviews · 1h 30m · from $50

Review of Cartagena’s 90-minute pirate sunset cruise, with skyline views, history, costumes, cannon show, and unlimited rum cocktails.

“This was one of the best things I did during my stay in Cartagena. The staff were all very friendly, and they definitely kept the rum with lemonades coming! Very relaxing sail to the end of the peninsula, where you watch the sunset, and sail back to the pier, looking at Cartagena's buildings lit up. Highly recommend, especially if you drink rum.”

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Medellín: Private Guatapé with Peñol Tickets and Boat Ride - The morning drive from Medellín to the reservoir
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Medellín: Private Guatapé with Peñol Tickets and Boat Ride

Cartagena: Cruise by the Bay with Dinner and Wine - The first views: Bocagrande from the water
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Cartagena: Cruise by the Bay with Dinner and Wine

Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip - Kayaks, Paddleboards, and Snorkeling
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Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

11.Tayrona Bay Sailboat trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $60

Review of Santa Marta’s Tayrona Bay sailboat trip: beach time, lunch, snorkeling, SUP, sailing details, value, and practical tips.

“Beautiful boat and very friendly crew. They all seemed to enjoy their jobs. It was very fun to actually travel by sail in the afternoon. It was a bit rough and some people might not like that but I enjoyed it. Excellent lunch. Bring sunscreen and some cash for extra drinks with you.”

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From Santa Marta: Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages - Setting sail toward the Santa Marta sunset
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From Santa Marta: Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages

12.Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 93 reviews · 2h 30m · from $47

Review of Santa Marta’s 150-minute sunset sail to Taganga Bay, including two drinks, marina access, timing, comfort, value, and practical tips.

“This experience was not relaxing at all. We expected a smooth, calm sunset sail, but instead it felt like a rollercoaster ride for nearly two hours. The waves were extremely choppy, the guide offered little to no communication, and after sunset they continued going further out into the sea when it was already dark. We genuinely did not feel safe, and our guide didn't even once reassure us even tho we looked unease Unless you’re looking for a rough, adrenaline-style boat ride, I would not recommend this activity.”

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Medellín: Private Guatapé Tour w/ Breakfast, Lunch & Cruise - Breakfast near El Peñol sets up the morning
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Medellín: Private Guatapé Tour w/ Breakfast, Lunch & Cruise

13.Private Guatapé Tour w/ Breakfast, Lunch & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 87 reviews · 9 hours · from $134

Review of Medellín’s private Guatapé day tour, with El Peñol climb, colorful streets, breakfast, lunch, boat cruise, and practical tips.

“Amazing tour with Mateo!! Highly recommend him as your guide, he was very knowledgeable and took us to some great places. He was very patient, accommodating and gives you the flexibility and time to customize your tour and it felt like you were on a trip with your friend. Stop looking and book now!”

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Cartagena: 5-Island Trip by Boat with Lunch and Snorkeling - Bocachica and San Fernando Fort
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Cartagena: 5-Island Trip by Boat with Lunch and Snorkeling

14.5-Island Trip by Boat with Lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 82 reviews · from $89

Review of Cartagena’s 5-island speedboat trip with snorkeling, seafood, lunch, Cholon, and nighttime bioluminescent plankton.

“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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Boat Tour to Johnny Cay & Aquarium in San Andres Island - Rocky Cay: two hours for swimming and slowing down
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Boat Tour to Johnny Cay & Aquarium in San Andres Island

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