Excursion Rosario islands sail & snorkel tour at Cartagena

Cruise line: Silversea
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Experience the breath-taking natural beauty of the Rosario Islands Archipelago during this fun-filled, full-day sailing and snorkelling excursion with lunch.


Cartagena, Speedboat-Ride, Bay of Cartagena, Rosario Islands Archipelago

Depart the pier for the short walk to your awaiting Bravo 410 (or similar) speedboat. Upon arrival, embark your boat, and receive your safety and tour instructions. Afterward, begin your exhilarating, approximately one-hour speedboat-ride through the Bay of Cartagena en route to the beautiful, crystal-clear waters of the Rosario Islands Archipelago. Located off the coast of Columbia approximately 62 miles (about 100 kilometres) from Cartagena, the Rosario Islands is comprised of 28 individual islands and one of the 46 Natural National Parks of Colombia.


First & Second Island Visits, Welcome Refreshment, Swimming, Sunbathing, Lunch, Snorkelling

During your panoramic tour, stops are made from three different islands. Upon arrival at the first island, receive a welcome refreshment whilst enjoying swimming and sunbathing. Following your visit, embark your speedboat and head to your second stop. Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious lunch of locally-caught fresh fish, followed by swimming and an optional guided snorkelling session. Along the way, explore the local coral beds in search of the colourful fish and marine life that thrive in this lovely archipelago.


Third Island Visit, Swimming, Sunbathing

After embarking the boat, continue on to your third and final stop at yet another idyllic beach for more swimming and sunbathing. At the conclusion of your visit, embark your boat for the scenic, approximately one-hour ride back to the speedboat dock. Upon arrival, disembark your speedboat and commence the short walk back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Cartagena, Boat-Ride, Bay of Cartagena, Rosario Islands Archipelago, Island & Beach Visits, Sunbathing, Swimming, Snorkelling, Lunch

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity and a moderate amount of walking for approximately 656 yards (about 600 metres), at times over uneven, sandy, and cobblestone surfaces, with four steps to negotiate to embark/disembark the boat and manoeuvre in/out of the boat. This tour is recommended for active guests who are in good physical condition, and able to swim and snorkel in water over their head. Guests must walk in ankle-deep water to disembark the boat. Walking at the islands visited is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with water shoes, and bring sun protection, a towel, change of clothing, bottled water, and US Dollars, Euros, local currency, or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least 16 years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Snorkelling equipment is available at an additional fee of USD$15 per person. There are changing facilities on board the boat. Waterproof cameras are highly-recommended. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Guests may not snorkel if they have consumed alcohol. Lunch is included; additional food and drinks are available at the expense of each guest. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, fish and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.