Rosario Islands Top 3 Beach Club Hopping Tour

Choose this Top 3 Rosario Islands hopping tour if you want a curated shared island circuit with three well-known beach clubs, music, welcome drinks, lunch, and more time at each stop than most fast-paced island-hopping routes. This experience is designed for adults who want a social, stylish, and organized Rosario Islands day trip without visiting five or six rushed locations in one day.

Three Beach Clubs, More Time at Each Stop

This shared island-hopping experience takes a limited group of adult travelers to three of the most recognized beach club destinations in the Rosario Islands: Pao Pao, Islabela, and Bora Bora Beach Club. The route is designed for guests who want variety, comfort, music, beach time, and a more balanced pace between stops.

Instead of rushing through many islands, this tour focuses on three selected locations so guests can spend more meaningful time at each beach club. The day combines panoramic navigation, welcome drinks, a Caribbean lunch at Islabela, reserved group spaces, music, and the chance to experience different sides of the Rosario Islands in one itinerary.

This is a social shared tour, not a private boat rental. It is a good fit for couples, friends, solo travelers, and groups who want a lively but more curated island day. It is not recommended for travelers looking for silence, privacy, a family-focused beach day, or access to VIP areas at Bora Bora.

What's included?

• Shared fast boat transportation from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands.
• Limited shared group experience with up to approximately 28 guests, subject to daily operation.
• Bilingual guide or tour coordinator assistance during the experience.
• Panoramic navigation through the Rosario Islands area.
• Planned stop at Pao Pao, subject to availability, sea conditions, and daily beach club operation.
• Planned stop at Islabela, where lunch is served according to the selected menu options.
• Planned stop at Bora Bora Beach Club, subject to availability, capacity, and daily operation.
• One welcome cocktail at each island stop, according to the day’s service.
• Hydration on the boat, including water and soft drinks, subject to daily operation.
• Lunch at Islabela with three available options, usually fish, chicken, or vegetarian, plus one non-alcoholic drink.
• Reserved group space at each island stop, according to beach club availability and the day’s operation.
• Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes at each stop when maritime timing, beach club logistics, and port conditions allow.

Not included:

• Mandatory dock tax, National Natural Park fee, and navigation insurance, payable separately in cash at the pier before boarding.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off services in Cartagena.
• Towels.
• Additional food, cocktails, beer, bottles, snacks, premium menu items, or personal purchases at the beach clubs.
• Preferential spaces, private beds, cabanas, bottle service, or VIP upgrades.
• VIP Area access at Bora Bora Beach Club.
• Optional activities, rentals, tips, waterproof phone cases, water shoes, or personal expenses.

Schedule

1. 08:00 AM – Arrival at La Bodeguita Pier: Arrive at Muelle de la Bodeguita, Gate 3, for registration, booking validation, and cash payment of mandatory pier-related fees.
2. 08:30 AM – Boat departure: Complete boarding and begin the shared fast boat ride from Cartagena toward the Rosario Islands, subject to same-day maritime and port conditions.
3. Morning – First island stop: Visit the first assigned beach club stop, usually Pao Pao, and enjoy the welcome drink, beach setting, music, and reserved group area according to the day’s operation.
4. Late morning to midday – Second island stop: Continue to Islabela, where lunch is served with the available menu options and one included non-alcoholic drink.
5. Afternoon – Third island stop: Visit Bora Bora Beach Club or the assigned final beach club stop, subject to availability, capacity, maritime conditions, and beach club logistics.
6. Around 3:00 PM – Standard return navigation: Begin the shared return route to Cartagena according to the authorized maritime schedule.
7. Around 4:00 PM – Approximate arrival in Cartagena: Disembark at Muelle de la Bodeguita, Cartagena’s main tourist pier.

Maritime schedules for Rosario Islands day trips are authorized and regulated by DIMAR, the Colombian Maritime Authority. The standard return navigation usually begins around 3:00 PM, with approximate arrival in Cartagena around 4:00 PM. Timing, route order, stop duration, beach club access, boarding points, and return logistics may change without prior notice due to wind, waves, port operations, dock restrictions, beach club capacity, maritime traffic, or safety instructions issued on the day of travel.

Important Information

1. Adults-only experience: This tour is strictly for guests aged 18 and older.
2. Tour style: This is a social shared island-hopping tour with music, beach clubs, welcome drinks, and multiple stops. It is not a private boat rental or a silent beach retreat.
3. Mandatory pier and park fees: Dock tax, National Natural Park fees, and navigation insurance are not included in the booking rate and must be paid in cash before boarding at the pier. Current fee details can be reviewed on the Cartagena port fee and National Park fee page.
4. Strict check-in and no-show policy: Guests should arrive by 8:00 AM. Late arrival may result in missed boarding and may be treated as a no-show with no refund or rescheduling, because the boat cannot delay departure once port timing and group logistics are underway.
5. Beach club access: Pao Pao, Islabela, and Bora Bora are planned stops, but access and order may vary depending on beach club capacity, weather, dock access, maritime conditions, and daily operation.
6. Reserved group spaces: The tour includes assigned group spaces at each island stop, subject to daily operation. Preferential areas, VIP beds, private cabanas, and Bora Bora VIP Area access are not included.
7. Outside items and club rules: Outside food, alcoholic beverages, coolers, and restricted items are not allowed. Guests must follow the rules of each beach club and the instructions of the crew or tour coordinator.
8. Lunch location: Lunch is normally served at Islabela with available options such as fish, chicken, or vegetarian, plus one non-alcoholic drink. Menu options may vary depending on the day’s operation.
9. Stop duration: The route is designed to allow approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes at each stop, but actual time may vary due to maritime timing, pier operations, beach club logistics, or safety decisions.
10. Active boat boarding: Guests may need to board or exit the boat using stairs and may step into shallow water depending on tide, dock conditions, and daily operation. Good mobility and balance are recommended.
11. Health and mobility restrictions: This shared fast boat journey is not recommended for pregnant travelers, guests with serious back, neck, or spine conditions, severe motion sickness, limited mobility, or anyone unable to safely board and exit a boat.
12. Natural island conditions: The Rosario Islands are a natural coastal environment, so water clarity, currents, beach conditions, seaweed presence, marine visibility, and weather can vary from day to day. Photos and videos may not reflect the exact conditions on your travel date.
13. Weather and maritime safety: From December to March, stronger trade winds are common around Cartagena. Boat routes, stop order, travel times, dock access, and return schedules may change without prior notice if the captain, port authorities, or maritime conditions require adjustments for safety.
14. Cancellation policy: Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the scheduled activity departure time. Late cancellations, late arrivals, and no-shows may be non-refundable.

FAQ

Which islands are included in this Top 3 Rosario Islands hopping tour?

The planned route includes Pao Pao, Islabela, and Bora Bora Beach Club. The order of stops and access to each beach club may vary depending on availability, capacity, weather, dock access, and maritime conditions.

Is this a private boat tour?

No. This is a limited shared group island-hopping tour, not a private boat rental. It is designed for guests who want a more curated shared experience with fewer stops and more time at each location.

Is Bora Bora VIP Area included?

No. The tour includes access to the assigned group area at Bora Bora or the designated beach club space for the day. VIP Area access, preferential beds, private cabanas, bottle service, and upgrades are not included in the standard rate.

Where is lunch served?

Lunch is normally served at Islabela. Guests can usually choose between available options such as fish, chicken, or vegetarian, accompanied by one non-alcoholic drink. Menu options may vary depending on daily operation.

How long do guests stay at each island?

The tour is designed to allow approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes at each stop, which gives guests more time than many faster island-hopping routes. Actual stop duration may vary due to maritime schedules, port operations, beach club logistics, or safety instructions.

Is this tour recommended for families with children?

No. This is an adults-only experience for guests aged 18 and older. Families traveling with children should choose a calmer family-friendly Rosario Islands day trip.

What happens if I arrive late?

Boarding times are strict. Guests who arrive late may miss the boat and may be treated as a no-show with no refund or rescheduling. It is recommended to arrive early by taxi or ride-hailing service to avoid delays.

What should guests bring?

Guests should bring sunscreen, swimwear, sunglasses, a towel, sandals or water shoes, a dry change of clothes, personal ID, waterproof phone protection, and cash in Colombian pesos for pier fees, drinks, tips, and extra purchases.