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Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana

Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana

3.5
Santa Marta · 937m from downtown
Rosario Islands
No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Colombia

Rosario Islands

5.2
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Rosario Islands are scattered across the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Cartagena. They consist of 27 small coral islands and sandbars and are part of the Corales del Rosario y San Bernardo National Natural Park. The main part of the park is underwater: the seabed, ranging from a few m to tens of m deep, is covered with vast coral reefs, home to hundreds of species of fish and dozens of types of coral. Because of this, snorkeling and scuba diving are the main activities in the archipelago. Put on a mask and snorkel and head into the water, where schools of tropical fish swim right by your feet, with colorful coral right before your eyes. The main island in the archipelago, Isla Grande, is crisscrossed with coconut groves and mangroves, where you can kayak through mangrove waterways. After dark, you can see lagoons that glow with a faint blue light, as the bioluminescent plankton in the water light up when disturbed. The island also has an aquarium that exhibits marine animals such as sharks, sea turtles, and dolphins. Travel between the islands is entirely by boat. You can take a round-trip island-hopping tour from Cartagena in a single day, or stay overnight on the island. Meals on the island are primarily Caribbean-style.Colombia · Cartagena
Muelle de la Bodeguita

Muelle de la Bodeguita

4.1
Muelle de la Bodeguita is an open dock where visitors can enjoy beautiful views of Cartagena Bay and experience various water activitiesColombia · Cartagena

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From Santa Marta: Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages
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Yacht sightseeing tour with stops at 6 beaches in Santa Marta + lunch
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Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop
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MINCA TOUR - Explore waterfalls and discover the origin of coffee and cocoa
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Diving Santa Marta & Tayrona for Certified Divers (2 tanks)
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Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip
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Tayrona National Park: Scuba Diving Tour for Beginners
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Minca: Birdwatching at sunrise with Jungle Joe
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Minca: Hidden Waterfall + Coffee and Cocoa Workshop
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Santa Marta: Centro Histórico Bar and Club Crawl with Guide
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Minca Eco-Hike: Waterfall, Coffee Farm & Chocolate Workshop
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Minca: Coffee, Cocoa, Waterfall, and Vantage Point Sightseeing Tour
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Minca: Chocolate Factory workshop with Jungle Joe
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Santa Marta A Historical & Street food Experience
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Santa Marta: Guided Walking Food Experience
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Cacao Experience Tour
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What travellers say about Santa Marta

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くろすけくん22 February 2023
5.0
The Rosario Islands are about an hour away from Cartagena by small boat. The boat runs at high speed so I was worried about getting seasick, but it was no problem at all 🙆‍♀️ Unlike the area around Cartagena, the beaches are as beautiful as you would expect from the Caribbean Sea! At the aquarium, the sharks have gotten used to it and are performing tricks?! You can also experience SUP, kayaking, diving, and more. Be careful of the salt water in the showers and pools! ️ There are also banana boats, jet skis, and other activities to enjoy.

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What are the must-do things in Santa Marta?

Don't miss these attractions in Santa Marta: Museo del Oro Tairona - Casa de la Aduana, Rosario Islands, and Muelle de la Bodeguita. If you like Day tours, try From Santa Marta: Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Minca: Hidden Waterfall + Coffee and Cocoa Workshop.

You can give Minca: Hidden Waterfall + Coffee and Cocoa Workshop and Santa Marta: Centro Histórico Bar and Club Crawl with Guide a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include From Santa Marta: Sunset Sailboat Tour with 2 Beverages, Yacht sightseeing tour with stops at 6 beaches in Santa Marta + lunch, and Full-Day Hiking Tour in Minca with coffee & Cocoa Workshop. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 18 October 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Santa Marta is around SEK 340 – SEK 1,516. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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