The Rosario Islands from the air
Islas del Rosario

The Rosario Islands

Coral islands inside a national park, a day trip from Cartagena by private boat.

Coral islands
27
Southwest of Cartagena
35 km
Protected as a national park
1977
A typical day on board
9 to 5
History

A reef that became a national park

The Rosario Islands are a chain of small coral islands off the coast southwest of Cartagena. The reefs around them are among the richest in the Colombian Caribbean.

Colombia protected the reefs as a national park in 1977. In 1996 the park was extended south to the San Bernardo islands, and it now covers about 1,200 square kilometres, almost all of it sea.

Isla Grande, the largest island, is home to Orika, an Afro-Colombian village of around 300 families who have lived and fished here for generations.

A beach swing facing the boats
Your day

From the marina to the reef and back

  1. 9 AM

    Leave the marina

    Board in Cartagena and meet your crew. What is on board is listed on each vessel.

  2. Late morning

    Swim and snorkel

    Anchor in clear water near the reefs, with time to swim and explore.

  3. Midday

    Lunch on an island

    Lunch at a beach club or on board. Ask us what your boat includes.

  4. 5 PM

    Back in Cartagena

    Sail home in the late light, in time for dinner in the walled city.

Pictures

The islands

Lounge deck over the water
Paddleboarding over clear water
A rope swing in the shallows
Guests arriving at the jetty
Cocktails on the island
Stay on the islands

A private island villa

Seven rooms across three cabins, a pool and jacuzzi, decks over the water, kayaks and paddleboards. Stay the night instead of sailing back.

Private Island Villa, Rosario Islands, Cartagena

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    Our private yacht experience in Cartagena was flawless. The boat was immaculate, the crew was professional, and the entire day felt exclusive and luxurious. It was easily the highlight of our trip.

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