Isla del Sol Day Pass: The Ideal Family beach day in the Rosario Islands
Choose Isla del Sol if you want a relaxed Rosario Islands day pass with round-trip boat transportation from Cartagena, welcome tropical fruit, beach facilities, seawater pool, traditional island lunch, and the option to upgrade to an adult open bar plan. This is a good fit for couples, families, and travelers looking for a calmer island setting within the Rosario Islands National Park.
Isla del Sol Rosario Islands Day Trip from Cartagena
Discover a peaceful Caribbean escape at Isla del Sol, located within the protected Rosario Islands National Park. Surrounded by tropical scenery, sea views, and a relaxed island atmosphere, this day pass offers a comfortable way to enjoy the Rosario Islands without planning boat logistics on your own.
The experience is designed for travelers who want a balanced island day: beach time, a seawater pool, sun loungers, traditional lunch, and enough structure to feel organized without losing the relaxed rhythm of the islands.
Guests can choose between the classic Standard Day Pass or the Premium Open Bar Pass, which adds a limited-time adult open bar and a small traditional fried snack during the morning.
What's included?
All Isla del Sol Day Passes Include
- Round-trip boat transportation from Cartagena to Isla del Sol in the Rosario Islands.
- Access to Isla del Sol facilities.
- Access to the designated beach area.
- Access to the seawater pool.
- Use of sun loungers, depending on the day’s setup.
- Fresh tropical fruit upon arrival.
- Traditional island lunch.
Standard Day Pass
The classic Rosario Islands beach day with the essentials included.
- Welcome tropical fruit upon arrival.
- Traditional island lunch with fish or chicken, coconut rice, fried plantains, and salad.
- Access to island facilities, designated beach area, seawater pool, and sun loungers.
- Optional visit to the San Martín de Pajarales Oceanarium when available, with additional payment.
Premium Open Bar Pass
Upgrade your island day with a limited-time open bar for adults.
- 4-hour open bar from approximately 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., featuring selected cocktails and beer according to the island’s service.
- Small traditional fried snack during the morning.
- All Standard Day Pass inclusions: welcome fruit, traditional lunch, beach facilities, seawater pool, and sun loungers.
Not included:
- Port tax: click here to see this year’s port fee value.
- Food, drinks, cocktails, beer, or snacks not specifically included in your selected plan.
- Snorkeling, diving, or water activities.
- Wi-Fi service.
- Entry to the San Martín de Pajarales Oceanarium.
- Towels, tips, souvenirs, or personal expenses.
Schedule
- 8:00 a.m. – Dock arrival: arrive at the confirmed departure dock in Cartagena for check-in and boarding coordination.
- 8:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. – Boat departure: departure usually takes place during this window, once maritime authorization is confirmed.
- Morning – Arrival at Isla del Sol: arrive at the island, receive your welcome fruit, and settle into the beach or pool area.
- Island time: enjoy the designated beach area, seawater pool, sun loungers, and relaxed island atmosphere.
- Lunch service: enjoy a traditional island lunch with fish or chicken, coconut rice, fried plantains, and salad.
- Optional Oceanarium visit: the San Martín de Pajarales Oceanarium may be offered during the day when timing and group conditions allow. Entry is paid separately.
- Around 3:00 p.m. – Return from the island: the boat usually departs Isla del Sol around this time.
- Around 4:00 p.m. – Approximate arrival in Cartagena: arrive back at the dock in Cartagena. Arrival time may vary depending on sea conditions and port operation.
Boat schedules, island time, optional activities, and return times can change on the day of travel for safety or operational reasons.
Important Information
- Boat schedule and return time: departure from Cartagena usually takes place between 8:15 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., once the morning boat operation is cleared. The return from the island is usually around 3:00 p.m. to 3:20 p.m., with approximate arrival in Cartagena around 4:00 p.m.
- Weather and navigation: the captain may adjust the route, departure, or return time if wind, rain, currents, or navigation conditions make it necessary.
- Oceanarium visit: the optional Oceanarium visit requires a minimum of 6 people to operate and depends on the day’s timing and availability. Oceanarium entry is not included and must be paid separately.
- Child rates: special child rates may be available for ages 2 to 10. Please contact us so we can manage the reservation with the correct child rate.
- Adult open bar: the Premium Open Bar Pass is intended for adult guests. Minors are not allowed to consume alcoholic beverages.
- Not allowed: outside food, drinks, pets, speakers, coolers, or large external items are not allowed on the island.
- Minors: minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
- Natural conditions: water color, visibility, currents, beach conditions, and marine life can vary from day to day.
- What to bring: bring swimwear, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, sandals, and Colombian pesos in cash for port tax, tips, extras, or optional activities.
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Can the itinerary change?
Yes. Boat routes, island timing, return time, and optional activities may change on the day of travel if the captain or island operation needs to adjust the plan for safety or logistics.
FAQ
What is included in the Standard Day Pass?
The Standard Day Pass includes round-trip boat transportation, welcome tropical fruit, access to island facilities, designated beach area, seawater pool, sun loungers, and a traditional island lunch with fish or chicken.
What does the Premium Open Bar Pass include?
The Premium Open Bar Pass includes all Standard Day Pass inclusions plus a limited-time adult open bar, usually from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and a small traditional fried snack during the morning.
Is the Oceanarium included?
No. Entry to the San Martín de Pajarales Oceanarium is not included. The visit is optional, requires a minimum of 6 people to operate, and depends on timing, availability, and sea conditions.
Is the port tax included?
No. The port tax is not included and must be paid separately at the dock. You can check the current value through the port fee link on this page.
Are child rates available?
Yes. Special child rates may be available for children ages 2 to 10. Please contact us so we can manage the reservation with the correct child rate.
What time does the tour depart?
Guests should arrive at the dock around 8:00 a.m. Departure is usually between 8:15 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., once maritime authorization is confirmed.
What time do we return to Cartagena?
The island departure is usually around 3:00 p.m. to 3:20 p.m., with arrival at the Cartagena dock around 4:00 p.m. Return timing may change due to sea conditions, port operation, or safety instructions.
Can I bring food or drinks?
No. Outside food, drinks, coolers, speakers, pets, and large external items are not allowed on the island.
Is this experience family-friendly?
Yes. Isla del Sol can be a good option for families, but minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Alcoholic beverages are only for adults with the Premium Open Bar Pass.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes. Boat routes, timing, return time, optional activities, and activity flow may change due to weather, sea conditions, maritime authorization, or safety decisions made on the day of travel.
